Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associatedwith this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to thisvacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths pass or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 Administration or equivalent practical knowledge or A levels

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a busy office environment
• Experience of a busy environment and dealing with the various stakeholders including, Consultants and Junior Doctors as well as admin team

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS either in a hospital, private practice or for a GP
• Experience in a clinical setting

Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise and manage workload efficiently without supervision
• Working under pressure
• Ability to build credible relationships with all levels of medical staff and management
• Excellent organisation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Essential and Diserable

Essential

• Experience with dealing with rotas
• Experience with dealing with clinicians
• Admin experience
• Worked in a high paced role

Desirable

• Worked within NHS environment
• Experience of working with Health Roster

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Street

SLough

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

All applicants should have the following skills and qualifications:

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Medical degree
• Certificate of completion of training
• Be on the NHSE medical performers list
• We are more than happy to mentor recently qualified GPs building your confidence
• Pursuing new skills is welcomed

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

St. Nicholas Court, Church Lane

Dersingham

King's Lynn

Norfolk

PE31 6GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached the full Job Description for the Role of Healthy Lives Advisor for the Shrewsbury PCN.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Evidence of working within a team setting.
• Experience of working in a role that requires a high degree of autonomy.

Desirable

• NVQ Level III (health and social care) or equivalent.
• Formal training in working with long term conditions.
• Experience of delivering NHS health checks.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of working in primary care.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• High level of written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build rapport and establish good one to one relationships quickly.
• Ability to actively listen, empathise and provide personalised support in a non-judgmental way, to inspire trust and confidence.
• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise under own initiative.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Reliable, punctual and confident.

Desirable

• Ability to deal with challenging behaviours.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Evidence of ability to work both autonomously and seek support and guidance when appropriate.
• Knowledge of and ability to work to policies and procedures including confidentiality, safeguarding, information governance and health and safety.
• IT skills including use of email communication and generic software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Primary Care and how it operates.
• Knowledge of Primary Care Networks and the Network Contract DES specifications.
• Understanding of healthy and unhealthy lifestyles and the broader health issues affecting the population including nutrition, smoking cessation, physical activity and alcohol.
• Knowledge and understanding of the local community, including local services and how others might use them.

Other

Essential

• Meet DBS standards and criminal records check.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands.
• Access to own transport / full clean driving licence.
• Ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis.

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

Shrewsbury Primary Care Network

Address

Morgan Place

Anchorage Avenue, Shrewsbury Business Park

Shrewsbury

Shropshire

SY2 6FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.shrewsburypcn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• The ability to work on own initiative
• Working knowledge of network topologies
• Detailed knowledge and awareness of uses of Health Informatics across the NHS
• Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and issues around data confidentiality
• Extensive knowledge of clinical and business functions across the local health community

Desirable

• A clear understanding of the local service requirements and plans associated with the National programme for IT

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree, or HNC/D, or BTEC or certification or equivalent experience in relevant field
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Cisco switching & routing
• Cisco Firewalls
• Cisco enterprise wireless
• IP subnetting and / or
• Mitel MCD / vMCD / MiVoice Business
• SIP & call routing
• High & Low Level design documentation

Desirable

• Nexus & Datacentre networking
• Unified Communications - Mitel UCA & Skype for Business
• Mitel Contact Centre Manager / MiContact Centre
• Call recording software

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years previous technical experience within IT
• Prior experience of delivering and technical documentation
• Experience of working as part of a customer focussed team
• Excellent communication skills - written, verbal and interpersonal.
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent time-management skills with a pro-active and flexible approach
• Experience and ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with project managers, with project team members, and with staff in the NHS

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly, outside normal office hours, in order to suit the needs of the users.
• Ability to travel in order to attend meetings/deliver training at point of need.
• Clean driving licence and use of own car

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

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ilkeston Community Hospital

Heanor Road

Ilkeston

DE7 8LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• The ability to work on own initiative
• Project management skills

Desirable

• Ability to supervise staff

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree, or HNC/D, or BTEC or certification in relevant field
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Cisco switching & routing
• Cisco Firewalls
• Cisco enterprise wireless
• IP subnetting and / or
• Mitel MCD / vMCD / MiVoice Business
• SIP & call routing
• High & Low Level design documentation

Desirable

• Nexus & Datacentre networking
• Unified Communications - Mitel UCA & Skype for Business
• Mitel Contact Centre Manager / MiContact Centre
• Call recording software
• Sophos Firewalls

Experience

Essential

• At least 4 years previous technical experience within IT at a senior technical level.

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

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ilkeston Community Hospital

Heanor Road

Ilkeston

DE7 8LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will report to the partners and practice manager.

Undertake all the duties associated with the role of General Practitioner. This should take into account physical, psychological and social factors when diagnosing illness, treating diseases and recommending treatment

Collect, record and maintain patient information. Information is recorded into the patients registered Practice record and this information should be recorded accurately, using templates and read codes if necessary

Work in accordance with the Service clinical procedures and protocols alongside any other additional requirements from outside organisations including GMC, ICB etc.

Request, perform and/or interpret tests, records, reports and examination information

Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication and other appropriate medical care

Promote health education in conjunction with other health care professionals and have an awareness of the local health and social issues impacting the cohort of patients seen within the Service

Refer patients for further opinions and interventions

Prescribe in accordance with the Doncaster Prescribing Formulary whenever this is clinically appropriate

Carry out clinical audits as appropriate

Liaise with other health care professionals when required

Recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and communicate effectively with team members, patients, carers and other colleagues and health care professionals

Maintain medical knowledge and skill level in line with your Personal Development Plan and for the safe delivery of clinical care within the Service

Attend training sessions as appropriate and required

Undertake any other duties requested by the clinic and company within professional and general competence

Personal/Professional development

Participate in any training programme implemented by the company as part of this employment

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

Taking responsibility for your own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Attend Doncaster TARGET training

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of SystemOne Clinical System
• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of Qof

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified General Practitioner
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List Registration

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

ASA Medical Group

Address

Mere Lane

Armthorpe

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN3 2DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.asamedicalgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of theMedical Receptionist. There may occasionally be a requirement to carry out other duties depending on workload, operational needs, and staffing levels.

Primary Responsibilities

• Receive and process correspondence from hospitals, external healthcare providers, and other agencies.
• Scan and upload documents onto theEMISclinical system, ensuring accurate patient record management.
• Review and appropriately allocate documents withinEMIS, forwarding them to the relevant clinician for review and action.
• Initiate and respond to requests from patients, practice staff, and external healthcare agencies in a professional and timely manner.
• Photocopy and prepare documentation as required by clinicians and practice staff.
• Provide cover for colleagues during periods of absence to ensure continuity of service.
• Accurately input patient information and updates intoEMISwhere required.
• Manage and resolve patient queries efficiently, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient reception environment at all times.
• Support the clinical team with day-to-day operational tasks as required.
• Complete tasks relating to patient results, correspondence, and clinical letters where appropriate.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in managing changing workloads and priorities to ensure the smooth operation of the practice.
• UseEMISand other digital systems effectively for patient record management, appointment scheduling, and internal communication.

Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Medical Receptionist may also be required to:

• Maintain and monitor the practice appointment system usingEMIS.
• Process appointment requests received in person, by telephone, and via online systems.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and direct them appropriately or deal with enquiries where possible.
• Signpost patients to the appropriate healthcare professional or NHS service.
• Support practice audits and administrative reviews as directed by management.
• Process incoming electronic communications and documents where required.
• Scan and attach patient-related documentation accurately to patient records withinEMIS.
• Carry out opening and closing procedures in accordance with the practice rota and operational requirements.

No agencies or canvassers. We are managing this recruitment directly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent;
• GCSE Mathematics & English (C or above);
• AMSPAR Receptionists Qualification;
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care;

Experience

Essential

• Experience working on EMIS or System One
• Experience working with the general public.

Desirable

• Experience in administrative duties;
• Experience working in a health care setting;

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Management Solutions Ltd

Address

Exmoor Surgery

Exmoor Street

London

Uinted Kingdom

W10 6DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.pcmsolutions.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be required to see patients of all ages presenting with illness complaints and complete the episode of care with treatment or referral onwards.

Consultations will either take place face to face or via telephone and documented timely and thoroughly within patient notes.

The post holder will influence, lead, support and motivate colleagues to maintain morale in difficult and challenging situations.

The post holder will provide clinical lead during a shift by modelling the professional attitudes and behaviours outlined in the LCHS behaviours framework.

Please see job description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Regulated Health Care Professional with existing registration
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Level 6/7 History Taking qualification
• HEI or LCHS approved minor illness course
• Evidence of Level 7 study
• HEI or LCHS approved paediatric course
• Independent prescribing / supplementary prescribing qualification, or a willingness to work towards.

Desirable

• Leadership modules
• Recognising the sick child
• Recognised Teaching and Assessing course (e.g. Mentor Preparation, SLIP, Clinical Educator course, PGCE).
• Chronic disease management

Previous Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience where autonomous working at a highly specialised level that has been acquired in the speciality area or a related area where enhanced skills could be transferrable.
• Experience of clinical leadership
• Proven track record of teaching/supervising and assessing.
• Experience of working within multi professional settings with consolidated clinical practice and contributing to effective team working
• Experience of leading evidenced service improvement and innovation through service/practice development initiatives, audit or research.

Desirable

• People management experience.
• General management experience.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Lincolnshire Community Health Service NHS Trust

Address

Stamford Gp Oohs.

Stamford Hospital Ryhall Road Stamford.

Stamford

PE91AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Receptionist within the practice, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients receive a professional, efficient, and welcoming service. You will support both clinical and administrative functions across the practice and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the surgery. Duties may vary in line with the needs of the service and the wider practice team.

• Provide a friendly and professional first point of contact for patients, visitors, and external organisations.
• Manage appointment bookings, cancellations, and amendments using the practice clinical system.
• Handle patient enquiries in person, over the telephone, and electronically, ensuring all queries are dealt with promptly and appropriately.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with NHS and practice procedures.
• Process patient registrations, temporary registrations, and updates to patient demographics.
• Scan, file, and manage clinical correspondence and patient documentation within electronic records.
• Support clinicians and the wider team with a range of administrative and operational tasks.
• Process incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, forms, and requests for information.
• Escalate safeguarding, urgent, or complex issues in accordance with practice policies and procedures.
• Assist with repeat prescription administration and other routine practice workflows.
• Promote confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR, NHS guidance, and practice policies at all times.
• Help maintain a safe, organised, and efficient reception and administrative environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support effective service delivery and continuity of care.
• Participate in mandatory training, practice meetings, appraisals, and ongoing professional development activities.
• Provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave or sickness where required.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate flexibility, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within a busy GP practice environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience working as a Receptionist or Administrator within a GP surgery or NHS healthcare setting is essential.
• Proficient in using EMIS Web and other NHS clinical systems.
• Experience managing appointments, patient enquiries, and administrative tasks within a busy general practice environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to deal with patients professionally and sensitively.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Good understanding of patient confidentiality, GDPR, and NHS data protection requirements.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and general IT systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and reliable approach to work, including providing additional cover when required.
• Professional, approachable, and compassionate manner with a commitment to delivering high standards of patient care and service.

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

Station Street Surgery

Address

St Nicolas Medical Centre

Windermere Avenue

Nuneaton

Warwickshire

CV11 6HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stationstreetsurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work within the PCN to provide and monitor care, alongside the wider PCN team, contributing to the delivery of excellent patient care, supporting the existing workforce under direct or indirect supervision
• Improve safety and quality of care at every opportunity
• Undertake additional clinical training as required by the PCN to support the Network Contract/DES Services Specification
• Support registered nurses and the wider team to enable them to focus on the more complex clinical care
• To support with chronic disease clinics and maintaining registers, deliver patient care, referring patients to other members of the PCN or to secondary/specialist care as appropriate. To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans dependant on training and experience
• Provide support to the PCN with regards to their Network Contract DES Services Specification including CVD prevention and tackling health inequalities
• Develop relationships across the PCN to support integration of the role across health and social care: including community care, secondary care, and mental health services
• Provide support and supervision to trainee nursing associates, healthcare assistants, apprentices, and those on learning placements appropriate to level of competence
• Accurately perform and record clinical observations such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and pulse rates
• Engage positively with patients/carers/families and staff members promoting mutually respectful and appropriate relationships
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding providing and planning their care and carrying out risk assessment needs as required
• Communicate complex and sensitive information verbally and in writing. Adapt and tailor communication skills to the need of the listener
• To act as patient advocate during practice or PCN meetings, sharing any relevant information confidently and accurately, maintaining patient confidentiality appropriately
• Develop an understanding of MDT structures and members roles
• Support patients to improve and maintain their physical, mental, and behavioural health and well-being
• Provide advice to patients including promoting self -management where appropriate and signposting patients to other PCN colleagues, local community, and voluntary sector services
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient health records
• Skills and training needs to be updated through continuous professional development, attending regular educational updates, via e-learning and face to face sessions as appropriate
• Work in adherence to NMC Code for Nursing Associates, within own level of competence and the protocols and policies of the practices/PCN
• Maintain a good working knowledge of Health and Safety procedures, fire safety and mandatory training as per practice and PCN policies. Participate in policy development and data collection where appropriate
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and patients. Adapt to what may be potentially challenging and changing situations at times
• Willing to undertake other duties deemed appropriate to a Nursing Associate following correct training/guidance and agreed by the post holder and their line manager

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Adaptability and a flexible, positive approach
• Highly dependable
• A common sense, pragmatic approach
• Willingness to undertake further training and learning
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
• Ability to take responsibility for own actions
• Ability to share information and good practice appropriately

Qualifications

Essential

• Microsoft Office Qualification or extensive Microsoft Word & Excel experience
• Good standard of education
• Specific qualification and training requirements as specified in the Nursing and Midwifery Council Standards of Proficiency by having undertaken and completed the two year foundation degree, recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Registered with the NMC and revalidation is undertaken in line with NMC requirements.

Experience

Essential

• Understanding on human needs physical, emotional & social
• Proven ability to recognise and manage risk
• Knowledge of the needs of vulnerable adults, safeguarding and the associated legislative framework
• Understanding of basic health and social care terminology
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate confidentially with staff of all seniority levels
• Ability to work well across teams
• Good time management and prioritisation skills, ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Ability to work on own initiative without direct supervision, understanding where clinical input is needed, recognising own limitations.
• IT skills and experience using Microsoft packages
• Coordination of services from a variety of organisations.
• Communication and relationship building
• Experience in Health and or Social care
• Experience of developing relationships with a wide variety of people
• Highly organised.

Desirable

• Familiarity with IT systems currently in use in health and social care settings.
• Experience of health and social care assessments
• Demonstrated successful outcomes delivery within determined timeframes

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Bolton GP Federation

Address

Bolton Primary Care Hub

Chorley Street

BOLTON

BL1 4AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.boltongpfed.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Practice Plus Group is a leading provider of urgent and out-of-hours healthcare services across the UK, committed to delivering outstanding patient care through innovative and compassionate medical practice. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and dynamic environment where our clinicians can thrive and make a genuine impact. As an Out of Hours General Practitioner with Practice Plus Group, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care during evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with urgent medical needs in a fast-paced but rewarding setting. We are looking for motivated GPs who are passionate about urgent care and eager to contribute to our ongoing mission to provide accessible, safe, and effective healthcare outside regular surgery hours. This role offers flexibility, excellent professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in your community. For a full list of our locations please Click Here We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you. Please contact us directly for all contract options.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

Essential

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Desirable

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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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

125 Upper Richmond Road

London

Surrey

SW15 2TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for a new role that lets you work flexibly from home doing remote consultations? At Practice Plus Group, we believe in delivering exceptional care thats accessible, efficient, and patient-focused. In South West London our Clinical Assessment Service plays a vital role in supporting patients across the regionproviding timely, expert clinical advice and directing them to the most appropriate care pathway. As a General Practitioner, youll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team working within a telephone and digital triage environment. Youll help ensure patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right timereducing unnecessary hospital visits and improving outcomes across the system. Practice Plus Group is one of the UKs leading independent healthcare providers, and were proud to support the NHS with innovative services that put patients first. We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you. Please contact us directly for all contract options.

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

Essential

• For more information please contact us directly

Desirable

• For more information please contact us directly

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

125 Upper Richmond Road

London

Surrey

SW152TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

A session for a SGP is 4 hours and 10 minutes in duration and will include the following components:

Approximately 3.5 hours of patient contact per session which may include face to face appointments, home visits and telephone appointments. All surgeries operate a 10 minute appointment system for face to face routine consultations and 5 minute appointments for telephone contact and urgent appointments.

40 minutes per session is dedicated to administration to include correspondence, blood results, repeat prescriptions, reports and QoF, in accordance with the needs of the patients. This list is not intended to be exhaustive but is representative of usual administration.

SGPs in MMP are expected to be on call on a local surgery rota basis. When undertaking on call duties, the surgery management team will make adjustments to the usual duties on that day accordingly. The same will apply when undertaking telephone triage during sessions.

Surgery start and finish times are to be locally agreed with SGPs and surgery management.

This job plan may require a review in accordance with changes to the needs of the organisation or its patients from time-to-time

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• a 5-year degree in medicine, recognised by the General Medical Council. a 2-year foundation course of general training. a 3-year specialist training course in general practice. Experience of working within a nursing team Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care Experience of working in a GP practice Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Midlands Medical Partnership

Address

Erdington Medical Centre

103 Wood End Road

Erdington

Birmingham

B24 8NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.mmpmedical.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Practice Plus Group is a leading provider of urgent and out-of-hours healthcare services across the UK, committed to delivering outstanding patient care through innovative and compassionate medical practice. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and dynamic environment where our clinicians can thrive and make a genuine impact. As an Out of Hours home Visiting General Practitioner with Practice Plus Group, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care during evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with urgent medical needs in a fast-paced but rewarding setting. We are looking for motivated GPs who are passionate about urgent care and eager to contribute to our ongoing mission to provide accessible, safe, and effective healthcare outside regular surgery hours. This role offers flexibility, excellent professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in your community. We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you. Please contact us directly for all contract options.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• For more information please contact us directly

Desirable

• For more information please contact us directly

Experience

Essential

• For more information please contact us directly

Desirable

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Additional Criteria

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Desirable

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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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

125 Upper Richmond Road

London

Surrey

SW15 2TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The radiological workload and complexity within the department has increased markedly and is continuing to do so in keeping with national trends. The PFI scheme and Managed Equipment Service has expanded the department dramatically since the new facilities opened. The department has a progressive outlook and has embraced many new techniques.

The successful candidate with help maintain the expanding workload of the department including supporting the extensive department input into MDT meetings, to meet waiting list targets and to enable the introduction of extended working.

The departments current consultants operate very much as a team and are looking for colleagues who are keen to work in this environment. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the general workload.

The successful candidate will support the existing Radiologists. This is an additional post to help support the expanding workload.

The department receives 3-5 Radiology SpRs from the Northwest School of Radiology Training Scheme. All consultants are involved in supervision and training of trainees both on site.

The applicant will be contracted for 10 Programmed Activities as per the new consultant contract, 8 related to direct clinical care. 2 for supporting professional activity.

2 SPA is towards individual Core CPD for appraisal and revalidation, Audit and Clinical Governance, Mandatory training and departmental meetings and teaching and Clinical Supervision

The degree of subspecialty work to general is flexible depending on the individuals experience. The appointee would be expected to cover for colleagues around study and sick leave and a degree of flexibility within the job plan is expected

The appointee will have a responsibility for the running of their clinical service, integrating this with the department as a whole and ensuring appropriate communication with general practitioners, managers and hospital committees. The appointee will be responsible for contributing to the achievement of relevant aspects of the Trusts contractual obligations and business plans.

The appointee will be expected to ensure their clinical service is in accordance with the principles of Clinical Governance which must include appropriate clinical audit, clinical targets, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), evidence-based practice and continued personal educational and professional development. They will be expected to comply with existing appraisal procedures, job planning procedures and revalidation procedures

To observe the provisions of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.

To actively participate in annual performance review to identify personal development needs.

To attend Trust Statutory and Mandatory training sessions as required and any other training courses relevant to the post.

To fully comply with the relevant sections of the Health and Safety at Work Act

To be aware of the confidential aspects of the post. To keep up to date with the requirements of information governance; undertake mandatory training and follow Trust policies and procedures to ensure that trust information is dealt with legally, securely, efficiently and effectively

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration at the time of appointment
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• MRCP or equivalent medical qualification
• MD/PHD or equivalent medical qualification

Experience

Essential

• Broad training and experience in General Radiology
• Subspecialty experience in GI and Urological Imaging
• Competence in CT, MRI, ultrasound, and fluoroscopic examinations
• Ability to independently report emergency and acute imaging studies
• Experience participating in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings

Desirable

• Experience in image-guided interventions

Skills

Essential

• High standard of diagnostic and communication skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure
• Commitment to safe, patient-centred care
• Evidence of maintaining up-to-date clinical knowledge

Other

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and audit
• Participation in audit and quality improvement activities
• Experience teaching undergraduate and postgraduate staff
• Commitment to education and training
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Evidence of organisational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and patients
• Professional, reliable, and flexible approach
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Desirable

• Evidence of leading audit or service improvement projects
• Educational or clinical supervisor accreditation
• Leadership or management training
• Experience in service development
• Experience managing complex or challenging situations
• Full UK driving licence if role requires cross-site working

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport

Town Lane Kew

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES

• Enter tertiary referral letter details accurately onto the Patient Administration System (PAS) on a daily basis adhering to the timescales within the Trust Patient Access Policy and ensuring the outpatient entry is attached to the correct 18 week pathway with appropriate referral/pathway/referral source code.
• To deal with pending elective appointments and cancellations, liaising with all relevant staff (including Consultants, Outpatient Managers, Directorate Managers and clinical support staff). Escalating any issues/breaches to the Team Leader/Administration Services Co-ordinator.
• Meet/liaise with Consultants on a regular basis in order to manage outpatient clinics lists effectively whilst working within the Department of Health guidelines. Be responsible for the updating and accuracy on electronic systems.
• Independently compile clinic status lists 6 weeks in advance, taking into account the composition of lists to include, clinical urgency, diagnostic investigations, therapeutic investigations, complex procedures and 18 week referral to treatment target. Inputting information on to PAS and NHS e-referral.
• Liaise with Team Leader/Outpatient Manager and/or Directorate Managers to ensure clinic sessions are utilised when Consultants are on leave. If Consultants are on annual leave/professional leave ensure that Registrar/Staff Grade cover is in place prior to booking patients into clinic session.
• Book appointments using the PAS/NHS e-referral system and identify the type of outpatient appointment required. Obtain relevant reports/ information and request HRS/case notes. Update clinic of list changes due to cancellations/alterations. Frequently negotiate with nursing staff to provide additional outpatient clinics.
• Update the PAS system and NHS e-referral with all information following patient referral triage with all special requirements.
• To ensure management of all clinic requests/reductions/cancellations/clinic changes/patient requests are managed within sostenuto independently
• Order interpreters for patients attending outpatient clinics by e-mail.
• To arrange patient appointments by telephone/letter ensuring that patients are offered choice of date with reasonable notice in accordance with the current operating framework and the NHS constitution.
• Order all necessary equipment for appointments via Outpatient Managers by e-mail.
• Responsible for informing the Radiology/Cardio-Respiratory Department of additional clinics arranged.
• Take into account daily cancellations and alterations, contacting patients by telephone explaining in a polite and courteous manner reasons for cancellation. To follow the correct procedures and processes for all cancelled appointments and DNAs to ensure dates are re-booked and/or removed according to the Trust Patient Access Policy, escalating any issues.
• Manage Netcall reminder report ensuring outpatient slots are backfilled maximising outpatient capacity.
• Advise patients of all available options with empathy and discretion particularly when dealing with aggrieved patients regarding outpatient waiting list enquires. Significant conversations including outcomes are to be recorded on PAS.
• Monitor and maintain the Patient Target Lists (PTL) for each speciality and individual Consultants, including the maintenance of the RTT and liaise with Directorate Managers on a regular basis.
• Monthly validation of 18 week (PTL) for each speciality to maintain 18 weeks, ensure patient availability and/or still require appointment.
• Monitor and maintain the Outpatient waiting list reports for individual specialities ensuring that all patients are booked in accordance with Multi-Disciplinary Team guidelines and Department of Health guidelines.
• Book linked appointments foe ENT and Ophthalmology prior to appointment date.
• Complete data checks on computerised systems (PAS, NHS e-referral, EDMS) amending any changes e.g. appointment procedures, patient details, patient/hospital cancellations or time changes due to allergy risks etc.
• Complete Netcall cancellation report, slot availability report within ers, sostenuto, net account on a daily basis.
• ASI report managed independently within DOH guidelines for Paper Switch Off Compliance
• Management of pas admin reports, clinic changes/amendments for all specialty clinics and directorates
• Set up and amendments of clinic schedules on PAS system
• Training/mentoring of staff on all roles within the Appointments Department
• To ensure that all two week rule referrals/upgrades are managed independently within DOH guidelines on PAS and NHS e-referral system.
• To ensure all case notes are requested and available for appointments in line with local standards and protocols. Ensure that any documentation in relation to the patient is sent to the Health Records Department to be scanned onto EDMS (Electronic Document Management System). To file all correspondence and documents, as required, thereby maintaining an effective filing system.
• Organise and order stationary items as appropriate.
• Deal appropriately with concerns from staff in line with Trust policy.
• To provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave and sickness. Mentor and train relevant staff as required by the Team Leaders or Administrative Services Co-ordinator.
• Participate in call centre rotation.
• Liaise with other hospitals both NHS and private, GPs, secretarial, clerical, wards, and cancer services.
• Following PTL meeting, complete actions for individual specialities and update capacity for Directorate Managers.
• To work in a flexible manner in accordance with the Trust policy.
• Any other duties required by Line Manager.
• Audit Patients on an Open Hold

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level and/or equivalent qualification and/or equivalent experience
• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration and working towards Level 3 and/or equivalent knowledge through formal training and/or experience

Experience

Essential

• Call Centre Experience
• Excellent IT skills with knowledge and experience of Microsoft office products
• Previous clerical experience

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills

Essential

• Word Processing Skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
• Ability to use own initiative and respond to new challenges
• Ability to manage/prioritise own workload
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to accurately maintain computerise and manual systems
• Ability to manage difficult/sensitive situations
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to mentor and train stafF

Desirable

• Experience of mentoring and training staff
• Time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
• Good understanding of Trust internal policies as appropriate

Other

Essential

• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helens Hospital

Marshalls Cross Road

St Helens

WA9 3DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES

• Enter tertiary referral letter details accurately onto the Patient Administration System (PAS) on a daily basis adhering to the timescales within the Trust Patient Access Policy and ensuring the outpatient entry is attached to the correct 18 week pathway with appropriate referral/pathway/referral source code.
• To deal with pending elective appointments and cancellations, liaising with all relevant staff (including Consultants, Outpatient Managers, Directorate Managers and clinical support staff). Escalating any issues/breaches to the Team Leader/Administration Services Co-ordinator.
• Meet/liaise with Consultants on a regular basis in order to manage outpatient clinics lists effectively whilst working within the Department of Health guidelines. Be responsible for the updating and accuracy on electronic systems.
• Independently compile clinic status lists 6 weeks in advance, taking into account the composition of lists to include, clinical urgency, diagnostic investigations, therapeutic investigations, complex procedures and 18 week referral to treatment target. Inputting information on to PAS and NHS e-referral.
• Liaise with Team Leader/Outpatient Manager and/or Directorate Managers to ensure clinic sessions are utilised when Consultants are on leave. If Consultants are on annual leave/professional leave ensure that Registrar/Staff Grade cover is in place prior to booking patients into clinic session.
• Book appointments using the PAS/NHS e-referral system and identify the type of outpatient appointment required. Obtain relevant reports/ information and request HRS/case notes. Update clinic of list changes due to cancellations/alterations. Frequently negotiate with nursing staff to provide additional outpatient clinics.
• Update the PAS system and NHS e-referral with all information following patient referral triage with all special requirements.
• To ensure management of all clinic requests/reductions/cancellations/clinic changes/patient requests are managed within sostenuto independently
• Order interpreters for patients attending outpatient clinics by e-mail.
• To arrange patient appointments by telephone/letter ensuring that patients are offered choice of date with reasonable notice in accordance with the current operating framework and the NHS constitution.
• Order all necessary equipment for appointments via Outpatient Managers by e-mail.
• Responsible for informing the Radiology/Cardio-Respiratory Department of additional clinics arranged.
• Take into account daily cancellations and alterations, contacting patients by telephone explaining in a polite and courteous manner reasons for cancellation. To follow the correct procedures and processes for all cancelled appointments and DNAs to ensure dates are re-booked and/or removed according to the Trust Patient Access Policy, escalating any issues.
• Manage Netcall reminder report ensuring outpatient slots are backfilled maximising outpatient capacity.
• Advise patients of all available options with empathy and discretion particularly when dealing with aggrieved patients regarding outpatient waiting list enquires. Significant conversations including outcomes are to be recorded on PAS.
• Monitor and maintain the Patient Target Lists (PTL) for each speciality and individual Consultants, including the maintenance of the RTT and liaise with Directorate Managers on a regular basis.
• Monthly validation of 18 week (PTL) for each speciality to maintain 18 weeks, ensure patient availability and/or still require appointment.
• Monitor and maintain the Outpatient waiting list reports for individual specialities ensuring that all patients are booked in accordance with Multi-Disciplinary Team guidelines and Department of Health guidelines.
• Book linked appointments foe ENT and Ophthalmology prior to appointment date.
• Complete data checks on computerised systems (PAS, NHS e-referral, EDMS) amending any changes e.g. appointment procedures, patient details, patient/hospital cancellations or time changes due to allergy risks etc.
• Complete Netcall cancellation report, slot availability report within ers, sostenuto, net account on a daily basis.
• ASI report managed independently within DOH guidelines for Paper Switch Off Compliance
• Management of pas admin reports, clinic changes/amendments for all specialty clinics and directorates
• Set up and amendments of clinic schedules on PAS system
• Training/mentoring of staff on all roles within the Appointments Department
• To ensure that all two-week rule referrals/upgrades are managed independently within DOH guidelines on PAS and NHS e-referral system.
• To ensure all case notes are requested and available for appointments in line with local standards and protocols. Ensure that any documentation in relation to the patient is sent to the Health Records Department to be scanned onto EDMS (Electronic Document Management System). To file all correspondence and documents, as required, thereby maintaining an effective filing system.
• Organise and order stationary items as appropriate.
• Deal appropriately with concerns from staff in line with Trust policy.
• To provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave and sickness. Mentor and train relevant staff as required by the Team Leaders or Administrative Services Co-ordinator.
• Participate in call centre rotation.
• Liaise with other hospitals both NHS and private, GPs, secretarial, clerical, wards, and cancer services.
• Following PTL meeting, complete actions for individual specialities and update capacity for Directorate Managers.
• To work in a flexible manner in accordance with the Trust policy.
• Any other duties required by Line Manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level and/or equivalent qualification and/or equivalent experience
• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration and working towards Level 3 and/or equivalent knowledge through formal training and/or experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Call Centre experience
• Excellent IT skills with knowledge and experience of Microsoft office products
• Previous clerical experience

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience of mentoring and training staff

Skills

Essential

• Word Processing Skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
• Ability to use own initiative and respond to new challenges
• Ability to manage/prioritise own workload
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to accurately maintain computerise and manual systems
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Ability to mentor and train staff
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helens Hospital

Marshalls Cross Road

St Helens

WA9 3DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Managerial

Initiate and develop protocols in specialist areas appropriate for a practice pharmacist and lead in their implementation.

Manage own workload to meet the needs of the practice.

Manage available resources (time, manpower) to ensure an efficient and effective service.

To undertake and provide expertise in clinical medication reviews as deemed appropriate

Manage practice formularies to improve the quality, safety and cost effectiveness of prescribing

With the agreement and support of practices GP partners, to develop, lead and manage clinics which would improve patient healthcare and access.

Provide prescribing advice to the practice team for temporary unavailable medications, suggesting alternatives

Responsible for keeping accurate documentation in patient records.

Supervise and manage other staff as appropriate.

Leadership

Identify and support practice development plans.

Advise the practice team of any circumstances that give cause for concern in relation to patient care.

Influence and implement changes to clinical practice. Improving prescribing practice through educational support for all prescribers within the practice

Work autonomously, managing own working within agreed national and local guidelines

Provide medicines information and training to Practice healthcare professionals and admin staff

Support the educational process for specialist practitioner students and assist with GP registrars, student nurses and other students who require experience in General Practice.

Work as part of the practice team, supporting practice colleagues as appropriate.

Clinical

Work autonomously by providing pharmacist support in the management of patients medication.

Support the practice in undertaking medication reviews as appropriate supporting targets for these reviews in the practice - QOF and practice incentive scheme

Review and manage High Risk Drug Monitoring and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring processes within the practice.

Contribute to reductions in medicine related patient incidents and significant events and work to ensure patients obtain the best outcome from their medication.

Encourage the use of electronic patient medication facilities including the use of the electronic prescription service and patients ordering medications on line.

Conform to health and safety and control of infection regulations

Contribute to multimorbidity reviews and multidisciplinary reviews

Act in accordance with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC) Code of Professional Conduct

Act as a source of medicines information for all of the practice team and patients (e.g. around doses, side effects, adverse events, possible alternatives e.g. around out of stocks)

Maintain legible timely and concise documentation and input clinical information to the practice computer database.

Recognise own limitations and seek advice from General Practitioners and others as required.