About this role
Job summary
Southend Medical Centre is looking for a motivated, organised and patient-focused prescribing clerk, who can also provide some reception cover as part of our friendly team. The role is offered on a full-time basis, for37.5 hours per week,Monday to Friday. The7.5 hour shifts, which will be worked on a rota basis, are as follows:
08:00 - 16:30 10:00 - 18:30 We are looking for a start date in mid-July 2026.
We may close advert early if a suitable applicant is successful.
Main duties of the job
This is a key role, supporting the smooth running of our practice and ensuring patients receive safe, timely and accurate prescription services.
You will work closely with our clinical and administrative teams to manage the day-to-day processing of prescriptions and support the reception desk when required. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of behind-the-scenes accuracy and front-of-house interaction.
About us
Why Join Us?
Supportive, welcoming and friendly team Opportunities for training and development A role that makes a real difference to patient care Southend Medical Centre is a 7,300 patient practice with a friendly and supportive team that strives to provide an outstanding service to its patients. We are proud to be a multi-cultural surgery, we have been accredited with several awards including our Pride in Practice LGBTQIA+ Gold award, our Veterans Friendly Practice award, our Dementia Awareness Practice award, our Trauma Informed Surgery accreditation and were finalist in the Impact Awards Practice of the Year. We hold patient care at the forefront of our minds, and we fly the flag for the future of healthcare by being a training and research studies practice.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Processing repeat prescription requests in line with practice protocols Liaising with GPs, pharmacists and patients to resolve medication queries Ensuring accurate data entry and maintaining patient records Supporting reception with patient enquiries, appointment booking and general administrative duties Managing workload effectively within a busy, fast-paced environment Upholding confidentiality and high standards of patient care at all times
Person Specification
What we are looking for: Essential
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Confident communication skills, both written and verbal Strong mathematical aptitude and numerically literacy Ability to work well under pressure and manage complex and challenging patients Experience in a GP practice, prescribing team or medical administration - desirable but not essential A positive, flexible and team-focused attitude
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Primary Care Careers
Address 50-52 London Road
Southend on Sea
Essex
SS1 1NX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)