Next Practice Braddon is a state-of-the-art medical centre located in the heart of Canberra CBD. We are looking for casual medical receptionists (Patient Advocate) to join our growing team. This role is more than just clerical work—it is customer service-driven, with a strong emphasis on facilitating a positive and welcoming patient experience. Candidates with a nursing background and an interest in practice administration are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you've dreamed about a career in medical reception ‘with a difference’, then we would love to hear from you!
About the role
We are looking for someone who shares our vision and philosophy of providing excellent care. The Patient Advocate’s core purpose is to perform medical administrative and customer service tasks proficiently to ensure the successful running of the clinic.
Our ideal candidate is someone who is warm, friendly, empathetic, and detail-oriented. Experience in medical reception is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, phone etiquette, computer literacy, and confidence in using the Microsoft suite of products are essential.
Tasks include:
- Welcoming and receiving patients on arrival.
- Answering phone calls and queries.
- Scheduling patient bookings and appointments.
- Processing patient payments.
- Managing incoming and outgoing email and fax correspondences.
- Actively supporting practitioners administratively and clinically (when appropriate).
- Participating in team huddles and meetings.
- Maintaining a clean and tidy work area, including performing general housekeeping tasks when necessary.
- Being knowledgeable of new healthcare and government regulations, programs and incentives.
- Following practice policies and procedures.
About Next Practice Health
Next Practice Health has a passion for providing innovative healthcare. We have re-defined the support roles within a general practice clinic and developed end-to-end technologies to assist with patient care.
Next Practice Braddon is a locally owned medical centre with an ensemble of friendly and supportive staff. Our clinic is centrally located and easily accessible by public transport. We can offer a flexible roster and provide on-the-job training for team members who are motivated to learn and grow with the clinic.
How to apply
If this sounds like the perfect position for you, please APPLY now. Please include in your CV the contact details of three of your most recent referees. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Thank you.