Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Advanced Nurse or Clinical Practitioner passionate about delivering high-quality patient care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic healthcare environment? Practice Plus Group is seeking dedicated healthcare professionals to join our Out of Hours team and make a real difference in the community. Practice Plus Group is a leading provider of urgent care services across the UK, committed to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care to patients when they need it most outside of regular GP hours. For a full list of our locations please ClickHere We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you. In OOH we assess and treat patients who require urgent unscheduled intervention suitable for treatment by general practice clinicians when the GP surgeries are closed. Our referrals come from either 111, via a dedicated health care professional line used by paramedics and district nursing teams or from the AED or MIU. Please contact us directly for all contract options.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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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

Hillingdon Hospital

Hillingdon

London

UB8 3NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of our office environment and providing exceptional support to both staff and clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills and a friendly disposition, making them the first point of contact for visitors and callers

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• -Strong administrative skills with a keen attention to detail.
• -Proficient in office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• -Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• -Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• -Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks efficiently.
• -A friendly and professional demeanour when interacting with clients and colleagues.

Desirable

• -Experience of working in a GP practice
• -Previous experience in an administrative or office role is advantageous but not essential.

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

Fairhill Medical Practice

Address

81 Kingston Hill

Kingston Upon Thames

Surrey

KT2 7PX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://fairhill.gpsurgery.net/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description and salary details can be found in the supporting documents on the right hand side. These are available for you to download and review.

Further information:

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications, although we aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool.

If you have any questions about the role or require adjustments to support your application, please get in touch, we are happy to help.

Hours: 15 hours per week on Mondays and Tuesdays | 08:30-16:30

Salary: £53,300 - £61,500 per annum pro rata - depending on skills and experience

Location: BPAS Birmingham Central - first floor, Guildhall Buildings, 12 Navigation Street, Birmingham B2 4BT

Apply now Interested in making a difference? Apply today to join our team.

Values & eligibility All applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Application outcome If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

References & pre-employment checks All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 1 year since completion of PG Cert
• Clinical Supervisor / assessor of trainee sonographers
• Participation in audit / research
• Evidence of personal / professional development
• Experience of working in Early Pregnancy Assessment

General

Essential

• Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
• Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship.
• Are you aware we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role?
• Please state your NMC / HCPC PIN if applicable
• Please state your renewal date
• This role is for 15 hours per week on Mondays and Tuesdays (08:30-16:30) at our unit in Birmingham Central. Can you commit to this working pattern?

Desirable

• Please provide any further information in support of your application

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Practical knowledge of performing gynecological and obstetric Ultrasound scans.
• Up to date technical knowledge with regards to Ultrasound and equipment
• Ability to perform obstetric and gynecological Ultrasound examinations
• Good organisational skills
• Ability / patience to teach others

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Radiographer or Registered Adult Nurse Level 1 / Midwife
• PG Cert in Medical Ultrasound (to include obstetrics and gynaecology) or PG Dip in Medical Ultrasound
• Registered with a professional body

Desirable

• Recognised professional teaching qualification

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

British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)

Address

B P A S

12 Navigation Street

Birmingham

B2 4BT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bpas.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

Provide high quality administration services, to ensure effective operationalisation of the Vaccination Outreach Service.

Key responsibilities

Main duties and responsibilities:

Meet deadlines, collate data and maintain standards relating to administrative processes for the Vaccination Outreach Service.

Work within a team effectively, sharing work where appropriate, flexing capacity to respond to surge requirements of the service.

Maintain diaries and arrange meetings, taking formal minutes and keeping appropriate records.

Build and maintain good working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to develop partner engagement and understanding of the Vaccination Outreach Service, including:

- General Practice

- Sirona

- VCSE organisations

Support the Service Manager in the day to day running of the Vaccination Outreach Service.

Coordinate and maintain the actions logs.

Identify gaps in information for Vaccination Outreach Service.

Maintain necessary documentation to ensure smooth running of the Vaccination Outreach Service.

To assist with the compilation of reports and presentations relevant to the work of the Vaccination Outreach Service.

Ensure governance and confidentiality guidelines and requirements are fully adhered to, processing all communications appropriately within guidelines.

Set up data collection systems, monitor utilisation and escalate any issues to the Vaccination Outreach Service Manager.

To support accurate and timely reporting of progress with the provision of performance against targets for the agreed key performance indicators or measures for improvement.

Work well as part of a multidisciplinary team and with a wider variety of stakeholders.

To keep accurate logs of risks and issues ensuring mitigating actions are agreed with stakeholders and implemented accordingly

To embrace change and have a positive can-do attitude and facilitative style

Undertake other tasks as identified by the Vaccination Outreach Service Manager.

Line management responsibility Y/N

N

Responsible to

Vaccination Outreach Service Manager

Budget Holder

N

Salary

Band B

PERSON SPECIFICATION

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

Educated to NVQ 3 level in a relevant subject pertinent to this job description or equivalent level of qualification or significant equivalent previous proven experience

Experience of administration and minuting meetings

Ability to summarise complex information

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems, including Word and Excel

Able to produce regular reports and summaries

Ability to work well in teams

Experience of creating reports and providing information to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders

Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required

Ability to manage conflicting priorities, organising workload effectively and ability to meet deadlines

Experience in data collection and database maintenance

Awareness and understanding of confidentiality

Desirable

Qualification in administration

Experience of working in Health care

Coordination of multiple stakeholders and schedules

Experience of working in Multi-Disciplinary Teams

PERSONAL QUALITIES, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Essential

Able to work on own initiative with minimum supervision

Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and relationship building skills

Ability to work to deadlines, multitask and pay attention to detail

Able to work effectively within diverse groups and teams

Excellent IT skills

Motivated by the provision of high-quality administration and a continuous drive for improvement

Positive attitude towards innovation and change. Adaptable and able to respond to a changing situation.

A strong sense of self awareness

Facilitative and supportive style, ensuring commitment and influence across the wider health community

Flexible approach to work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to NVQ 3 level in a relevant subject pertinent to this job description

Desirable

• Qualification in administration

Experience

Essential

• Experience of administration and minuting meetings
• Ability to summarise complex information
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems, including Word and Excel
• Able to produce regular reports and summaries
• Ability to work well in teams
• Experience of creating reports and providing information to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities, organising workload effectively and ability to meet deadlines
• Experience in data collection and database maintenance
• Awareness and understanding of confidentiality

Desirable

• Experience of working in Health care
• Coordination of multiple stakeholders and schedules
• Experience of working in Multi-Disciplinary Teams

Employer details

Employer name

One Care (BNSSG) C.I.C.

Address

Unit 5 Osprey Court

Hawkfield Business Park

Whitchurch

BS14 0BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://onecare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

4. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Carry out specialist one-to-one and group interventions for behaviour change

Liaise with partners to help reach target populations and communities.

Actively seek out Hard to Reach populations and help them to engage in health lifestyle initiatives.

Actively seek out Livewell Southwest teams who would benefit from Wellbeing training and who can help deliver brief interventions and referral to the Wellbeing Team.

Income generate through training programmes and explore other areas for income generation.

Contribute at network meetings and team events.

Monitor and evaluate outcomes through specified processes, procedures and systems.

Give feedback on performance and local intelligence to lead manager and head of service.

Ensure that all stakeholders receive up-to-date information on a wide range of health improvement topics.

Develop, promote and co-ordinate health activities and other community engagement events to deliver health promotion and brief interventions- signposting into the One You service or partner services such as Plymouth Alliance and Wellbeing Hubs.

Contribute to the communications and marketing strategy

Develop resources.

Develop and deliver training programmes

Contribute to research and development

Act as a Health Champion, Making Every Contact Count.

Be up-to-date with a range of health improvement topics through competency based learning.

4.1 Responsibility for People Management

The post holder will be responsible for the induction of new team members.

The post holder will be responsible for the line management of junior staff, providing day-to-day management and supervision, absence management and appraisal.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that clinics run smoothly.

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of training to groups of people.

4.2 Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources

Collect data regarding purchasing and invoicing to support managers budgetary requirements.

Responsible for stock control and security as appropriate. e.g. training resources, nicotine replacement Therapy.

4.3 Responsibility for administration

Ensure records are up-to-date and stored as per record keeping policy.

Responsible for developing training packs, presentation, leaflets and hand-outs.

4.4 Responsibility for people who use our services

Responsible for giving advice and support to members of the public over the phone, face-to-face and digitally.

Responsible for case load management.

Required to attend external events, speaking to members of the public or event administration.

May be required to present information at steering groups, forums, events, seminars and conferences.

4.5 Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments

The post holder will contribute to service development and implement changes to established working processes as appropriate.

The post holder may be responsible for writing policies, procedures and guidance documents.

4.6 Other Responsibilities

Share all data collection with Business Hub for data analysis, performance and audit purposes,

5. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

The post holder will interact with the general public, work colleagues, external stakeholders, Livewell Southwest employees at a variety of venues and workplaces.

Design and produce health promotion displays, presentations and publicity.

Establish, maintain, and seek opportunities to promote effective channels of communication across LSW and the wider community.

Market and promote the One You branding and underpinning health improvement messages with a particular focus on priority areas.

Seek opportunities to raise awareness of health, promoting message through the Comms team and wider partners.

6. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

This section should describe the nature, level, frequency and duration of the physical effort (sustained effort at a similar level or sudden explosive effort) required for the job. It takes account of any circumstances that may affect the degree of effort required, such as working in an awkward position or confined space. The physical skills required in the job should also be described e.g. requirements for speed and accuracy, keyboard, driving skills etc.

There is likely to be frequent sitting and standing.

Frequent effort to lift and manual handing of equipment.

Keyboard work will be used throughout the working day

The post holder will be required to maintain competencies relevant to the role.

Some training may inflame emotions e.g., Suicide Prevention and Mental Health First Aid. The post holder may need to seek support from colleagues or line manager on such occasions.

The post holder will use VDU for high proportion of time. However, all staff will be entitled to a workstation assessment and VDU check.

The post holder will be required to work across a range of different community and health care settings.

The service requires cover between 0800-1800 therefore some flexibility of working hours will be required to ensure the service is always covered. There will be some evening and weekend requirement.

7. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL POSTS

The post holder is required to comply with all relevant policies and procedures pertinent to their post. Current versions can be found on the intranet or via your manager. The areas listed below are those Livewell Southwest currently places particular emphasis on. Failure to follow correct policies and procedures may result in disciplinary action.

7.1 Risk Management

In accordance with the Risk Management Strategy, employees will participate, whenever required, with the risk management process. They will support line managers by attending mandatory and statutory training, completing incident/accident forms for every adverse event or near miss that occurs, report all defects and complaints, and communicate any dangerous situation to individuals potentially at risk.

7.2 Health and Safety at Work

You must co-operate with those in authority and others in meeting the statutory requirements and in following policies and procedures. A copy of the Health and Safety Policy is available from the intranet or from the Risk Management Department.

You are reminded that in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 you have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to yourself and to others affected by your work activities.

You will be notified where your post carries a requirement for immunisation.

You may be required to be able to undertake physical intervention training and participate in physical intervention as part of a physical intervention team and Basic Life Support (BLS).

7.3 Infection Control

Livewell Southwest is determined to eradicate healthcare-acquired infection and puts a great deal of emphasis on the responsibility of all staff to ensure their own personal and others compliance with Infection Control (including Hand Washing) Policies. All staff must comply with infection control policies and guidance, attend relevant updates and report issues of concern to their immediate line manager (if no action or explanation received, then it is the individuals responsibility to escalate their concerns to the Director of Operations or Chief Executives Office).

7.4 Safeguarding Children and Adults

All employees have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults and are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards their health and wellbeing. Familiarisation with and adherence to national and local safeguarding adults and children policies is an essential requirement upon all employees. Livewell Southwest has specific safeguarding policies and in addition, employees also have a responsibility to practice and work within the multi-agency policy developed by the Safeguarding Adults Board and the Safeguarding Children Board. Staff are also required to participate in related mandatory/statutory training.

7.5 Research

For clinical posts at bands 5 and 6, there is an expectation that engagement in research will be part of this role. Therefore, an awareness of the value and relevance of research is expected and the post holder should either support existing research within their specialty area as appropriate or identify opportunities to raise awareness of research possibilities. For clinical posts at band 7 and above, the post holder will be required to actively participate in complex audits using research methodology, or participate as required in clinical trials or equipment testing, and will demonstrate high level involvement in local ongoing research projects.

7.6 Sustainability and climate change

All staff are expected to take responsibility for the reduction of carbon emissions within their area of the organisation. In particular this may relate to reducing energy consumption, making low carbon travel choices, consideration of goods and services being purchased, and waste reduction.

7.7 Other

This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.

Please see supporting information for full Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of public health/health improvement, acquired through training, extended courses and experience to degree level equivalent
• Evidence of relevant professional registration; eg NMC/HCPC/SW England
• Evidence of continuing professional/personal development in health improvements/ behaviour change/public health.
• Evidence of competency in IT skills/ECDL or equivalent

Desirable

• Has achieved the NCSCT Stop Smoking Practitioner qualification.
• Health promotion certificates such as Brief Interventions for Alcohol, Mental Health First Aid. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training(ASIST)
• Training Qualification
• Motivational Interviewing qualification
• Student Nurse Assessor/Supervisor qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of mental health issues/diagnosis and the effect on the individual, this includes impact to their physical health
• Knowledge and understanding of the psychology of behaviour change
• Knowledge of the benefits of health improvement interventions
• Understanding of determinants of health and health inequalities

Desirable

• Knowledge of social marketing and health needs assessment
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodology
• Understanding and commitment to Community Development approaches

Specific Skills

Essential

• Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport.
• Able to work out of hours with notice e.g. evenings and weekends
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team and manage own caseload

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience of working in the community and/or public health setting and/or health promotion
• Experience of delivering and supporting health promotion initiatives
• Experience of motivating participants to effect behaviour change
• Experience of working with a wide range of people and groups using a strength based approach
• Experience of working with statutory, public and voluntary sector bodies
• Experience of delivering training to a varied group of delegates.

Desirable

• Relevant experience of working with individuals with mental health issues
• Group work leadership and facilitation skills
• Multimedia communication, marketing and presentation skills.
• Experience of managing a caseload
• Training skills including training needs analysis and evaluation.
• Demonstrate project planning and management skills/experience including monitoring and evaluation of projects
• Student Nurse Mentorship

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

200 Mount Gould Road

Mount Gould

Plymouth

Devon

PL4 7PY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To lead the clinical pharmacy service and its staff within the Mental Health Network- community services to ensure a high standard of service is available and delivered to wards, teams and services.

To be responsible for strategically developing, planning and organising the clinical pharmacy service working with lead clinical pharmacists across the Mental Health Network- community services and associated care hubs.

To manage and participate in the delivery of clinical pharmacy service to services within the Mental Health Network of Pennine Care NHSFT

To deliver the medicines optimisation strategy and monitor the delivery of agreed outcomes

To provide a highly specialist mental health clinical pharmacy service and act as a role model and supervisor for other clinical pharmacists

In clinical situations, to manage complex and ambiguous pharmaceutical problems, tolerate uncertainty and make decisions autonomously with limited information.

To provide training to junior pharmacy staff, medical staff and nursing staff across Pennine Care NHSFT as required

To appraise the Chief Pharmacist on clinical and strategic issues leading development of business cases and business plans as required.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Current member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Masters' degree in Pharmacy (or pre-2000 equivalent)
• Evidence of CPD and commitment to life-long learning
• Relevant post graduate qualification, i.e. Diploma / MSc in Clinical Pharmacy / Pharmacy
• Practice, or Prescribing Sciences (or equivalent experience)
• Relevant management qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Post Graduate IT qualification (or equivalent experience)

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a number of sectors of pharmacy (hospital, PCT medicines management team / GP practice)
• Experience in initiating, leading and implementing change and new developments
• Experience of training and supporting other members of staff
• Previous experience of providing IT/ medicines management advice or support
• Experience of working in health related IT setting
• Experience of people management
• Experience of resource/ budget management
• Experience of developing guidelines / protocols
• Experience of influencing and negotiating with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience of training healthcare professionals both individually and in groups

Desirable

• Project management and business process mapping

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and motivate others, and problem solve
• Good analytical and presentation skills (verbal and written)
• Good clinical knowledge
• Expert user of Microsoft office software
• Knowledge of project management, in particular managing discrete projects from concept to completion
• Supervision and line management
• Knowledge of prescribing analysis tools and terminology In depth understanding of risk, governance frameworks and standards
• Knowledge and experience of clinical audit
• Familiar with health service reforms, primary care and the NHS as a whole
• Knowledge of legislation and regulations relating to pharmacy and use of medicines

Desirable

• Political awareness

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Critical appraisal skills
• Data analysis skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both as a team member and independently
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary, multi-agency groups
• Ability to plan own workload with priorities and objectives and work against tight deadlines
• Presentation and teaching 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.

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

Pennine Care NHS FT

Address

Trust HQ

225 old street

Ashton U Lyne

OL67SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Churchtown Medical Centre is a well organised and supportive practice serving approximately ten thousand patients we prioritise clinician wellbeing and have implemented systems and team structures specifically designed to reduce gp workload and improve job satisfaction

We foster a positive respectful and collaborative working environment where clinicians feel supported valued and able to deliver their best work

we are seeking an enthusiastic and committed salaried gp to join our well established and supportive practice team you will work in a modern primary care environment designed to provide safe high quality and patient centred care while ensuring gp workload remains manageable and sustainable

this role offers an excellent opportunity to work alongside a strong multidisciplinary team supported by effective clinical systems and administrative processes that enable gps to focus on clinical care

the practice is committed to maintaining a sustainable and manageable workload a typical clinical day consists of

morning session twelve patient appointments and three telephone consultations

afternoon session twelve patient appointments and two telephone consultations

flexible start and finish times available

there is no on call requirement as part of this role

the practice also operates specialist clinics and offers opportunities for gps to develop and utilise specialist interests where appropriate

you will work as part of a highly skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team including

salaried gps

advanced nurse practitioners

practice nurses

healthcare assistants

physician associate

clinical prescribing pharmacists

paramedics managing the majority of home visits

dedicated clinical administrative team

the clinical administrative team plays a key role in reducing gp workload by assisting with document management administrative tasks and workflow optimisation

we are committed to supporting the professional growth and development of our clinicians the successful candidate will be encouraged to maintain their professional competence through continued professional development

the practice uses emis web as its clinical system and has efficient digital workflows in place to support safe effective and streamlined patient care

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• C

Desirable

• X

Qualifications

Essential

• C

Desirable

• X

Qualifications

Essential

• C

Desirable

• X

Experience

Essential

• C

Desirable

• C

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 Today Limited

Address

Churchtown Medical Centre

137 Cambridge Road

Southport

Merseyside

PR9 7LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide practice nursing services to the practice population(s)

Supported by the nursing team within the practice, the Practice Nurse will deliver care within the boundaries of their role and in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols.

As autonomous practitioners the nurse is responsible for the care delivered, demonstrating critical thinking and skills in clinical decision making.

They will focus upon supporting patients to be healthy by assessing their needs, providing nursing care, health education advice, screening activities, monitoring of long term conditions, implementing care at hospital, community or other settings, maintaining clinically accurate records and running clinics.

They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients and support the delivery of policy and procedures, and providing nurse leadership as required.

More detailed Job description is available on request.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths,
• Registered Nursing Qualification,
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience as a General Practice Nurse,
• Phlebotomy,
• Respiratory knowledge / able to perform asthma reviews,
• Diabetes / CVD knowledge.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in General Practice,
• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Respiratory / Asthma knowledge,
• Diabetes CVD Knowledge

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

Croft Medical Centre

Address

1 Pomeroy Way

Birmingham

B37 7WB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

The Vaccination Outreach Service is designed to ensure that vaccinations are delivered to underserved populations throughout Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. The service will be delivered with the support of a wide range of stakeholders, primarily across general practice, Sirona and the VCSE sector. The key purpose of the Service Manager role is to ensure the service is data-driven, draws on the expertise of those with lived experience and is delivered within scope and budget, using a structured approach.

Key responsibilities

Service Planning

Develop detailed plans to deliver a safe, inclusive, targeted, community based service which is evidence led and reduces inequalities

Conduct stakeholder mapping and engagement planning to ensure inclusive and effective communication.

Use management tools to track progress and dependencies.

Service Implementation

Work with the Clinical Lead and Educator to lead the day-to-day management of service activities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Monitor service milestones, KPIs, and deliverables, adjusting plans as needed to maintain momentum.

Proactively identify risks and issues, maintaining a risk register and implementing mitigation strategies.

Ensure quality assurance processes are embedded throughout service delivery.

Work within a team effectively, sharing work where appropriate, flexing capacity to respond to surge requirements of the service.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and involved.

Ensure that the service Governance and Quality group functions well and that the wider governance framework is operational - chairing meetings, workshops, and steering groups as appropriate.

Build strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and system stakeholders.

Resourcing and Budget Management

Work with the finance team to develop and manage service budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for money.

Track expenditure against budget, produce financial forecasts, and escalate variances.

Coordinate procurement and contract management where required.

Reporting and Evaluation

Produce high-quality reports for senior leadership and stakeholders, including dashboards and narrative summaries.

In line with the specification, evaluate service outcomes, strategic objectives and patient experience.

Lead post-service reviews and lessons learned exercises to inform future initiatives.

Change Management

Design and implement change management strategies to support adoption and sustainability.

Deliver training, workshops, and communications to support users and stakeholders.

Monitor change impact and adjust plans to ensure successful embedding of new practices.

Governance and administration

Ensure all service activities comply with relevant legislation, policies and standards

Maintain accurate documentation and audit trails.

Develop and implement a grant framework for commissioning and evaluating VCSE activity.

Line management responsibility Y/N

Administrator

Communications administrator

Clinical Educator

Responsible to

Director of Planning and Improvement

Budget Holder

Y

Salary

Band D: 38,768 46,684 FTE

PERSON SPECIFICATION

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

Demonstrable significant and recent experience managing complex services from initiation to business as usual, using a continuous improvement methodology

Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including senior leaders, clinicians, and external partners

Strong track record in risk management, resource planning, and performance monitoring

Experience using service delivery software and tools

Experience of working with the VCSE sector

Desirable

Experience in the design, development and implementation of NHS services

Experience in budget management and financial reporting

PERSONAL QUALITIES, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Essential

Ability to identify issues early and develop effective solutions quickly.

Confident in making informed decisions and taking ownership of outcomes.

Able to interpret data and metrics to inform decisions and improve service outcomes.

Ability to work well with others, to promotes teamwork, and foster a positive working environment

Ability to articulate and advocate the value of collaborative working

Positive and proactive attitude towards innovation and change

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Capable of working autonomously with minimal supervision

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills to establish trust and rapport

Ability to present concise and considered information

Resilient, adaptable, and skilled at navigating complex change

Ability to use judgement to solve complex problems

Strong organisational skills and confident in delegating effectively

Demonstrable understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• No specific qualifications required

Desirable

• No specific qualifications required

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable significant and recent experience managing complex services from initiation to business as usual, using a continuous improvement methodology
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including senior leaders, clinicians, and external partners
• Strong track record in risk management, resource planning, and performance monitoring
• Experience using service delivery software and tools
• Experience of working with the VCSE sector

Desirable

• Experience in the design, development and implementation of NHS services
• Experience in budget management and financial reporting

Employer details

Employer name

One Care (BNSSG) C.I.C.

Address

Unit 5 Osprey Court

Hawkfield Business Park

Whitchurch

BS14 0BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://onecare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Governance, Quality and Compliance

• Lead the coordination of governance and compliance activities across the practice.
• Develop, implement, review and maintain practice policies, procedures and standard operating procedures in line with NHS guidance, employment legislation, CQC requirements and best practice.
• Ensure the practice maintains ongoing compliance with CQC Standards and contractual obligations and ensures CQC inspection readiness.
• Support quality assurance programmes, audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain governance systems including policy registers, audit schedules, action plans and compliance dashboards.
• Monitor compliance against internal and external standards and escalate risks where required.
• Support the management of complaints, significant events, patient feedback and learning outcomes.
• Coordinate and monitor risk assessments, business continuity plans and governance actions.

Workforce and HR Support

• Provide HR and workforce administration support to the management team.
• Support recruitment processes including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, preparing recruitment documentation and pre-employment checks.
• Coordinate induction programmes for all new starters.
• Support the management of staff records ensuring compliance with employment legislation and NHS requirements.
• Maintain workforce databases including training, appraisal, immunisation, registration and DBS records.
• Monitor annual appraisals and mandatory training completion.
• Produce workforce compliance reports for senior management.
• Support sickness absence monitoring, return-to-work processes and wellbeing initiatives.
• Assist managers in implementing HR policies and practices.

Training, Education and Medical Placements

• Coordinate and deliver practice induction programmes for new employees.
• Organise and support educational placements for medical students, GP registrars, nursing students and other healthcare professionals.
• Develop and maintain induction resources and training materials.
• Monitor completion of mandatory and role-specific training requirements.
• Support the delivery of internal training sessions and workforce development programmes.
• Maintain training records and provide regular compliance reports.
• Promote a culture of learning, continuous professional development and staff engagement.

Business Support and Administration

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director of Business and Deputy Director of Business.
• Support delivery of strategic and operational priorities.
• Prepare reports, presentations, business cases and meeting papers.
• Coordinate governance meetings, workforce meetings and quality review meetings, maintaining accurate records, minutes and action logs.
• Support contract monitoring, performance reporting and service development activities.
• Contribute to business continuity planning and organisational resilience arrangements.

Service Improvement, Innovation and Projects

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, patient services and staff experience.
• Lead or support projects designed to improve operational efficiency and quality of care.
• Support achievement of practice objectives and priorities within the business plan.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience supporting CQC compliance and inspection preparation.
• Experience developing and reviewing policies and procedures.
• Experience providing workforce or HR administration support.
• Experience organising training, inductions or educational placements.
• Experience supporting senior managers and organisational projects
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret guidance and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care

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

Park Medical Practice

Address

Cottam Lane Surgery

Cottam Lane

Preston

Lancashire

PR2 1JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://parkmedicalpractice.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered
• recognised degree in speech and language therapy

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates good analytical and reflection skills
• Experience of working collaboratively with parents, education staff and multi agency professionals
• Excellent organisation skills with ability to work to deadlines

Desirable

• Specialist training relevant to speech sound disorders, DLD or social communication differences.

Aptitude/personal qualities

Essential

• Able to work as part of a Team
• Adaptable to change

Desirable

• Enjoys problem solving and developing new ways of working

Additional requirement

Essential

• Access to transport and able to travel efficiently across the locations

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children with a broad range of needs
• Demonstrable experience of conducting efficient, high-quality initial assessments and making appropriate recommendations for children with a range of Speech, Language and Communication Needs within agreed timescales
• Strong knowledge of assessments and assessment techniques used with children and young people
• minimum of 2 years post qualification experience as a SLT

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

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Walton Hospital

Whitecotes Lane

Chesterfield

S40 3HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide specialist medical assessment, diagnosis and formulation of patients with gender dysphoria.

Formulate, deliver and/or coordinate patient-centered management plans.

Work with the multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective care to service users.

Advise on diagnosis and treatment both within the team and to external providers.

Coordinate and/or provide (or ensure referral to the appropriate service) up to date evidence-based interventions to service users.

Provide advice on cross-sex hormone therapy and liaise with primary care to ensure its delivery and effective monitoring.

Provide specialist assessment of readiness and eligibility for surgical intervention and refer appropriately.

Collaborate with GPs, hospital doctors and primary care physicians regarding the physical health care of patients.

Liaise with colleagues in other communities and specialist teams.

Contribute to the on-going training and development programme within the team.

Hold weekly outpatient clinics.

Communicate and liaise with GPs, psychologists, and other disciplines and agencies as appropriate.

Communicate with relatives, significant others and partners, in limited circumstances.

Complete administrative tasks necessary for the fulfilment of the clinical role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• oMBChB, MBBS or equivalent MRCPsych or FRCPsych
• oMembership of Royal College of Psychiatrist
• oFull registration with General Medical Council.
• oCompleted (or about to complete) specialist higher training, general practice training or further training at level equivalent to CCT in a field relevant to gender dysphoria
• oExperience of multidisciplinary team working.
• oInclusion on or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register or General Practitioner Register of the General Medical Council with a license to practice or within 6 months of the CCT date at date of interview.
• oExperience of multi-agency work
• oEvidence of audit competence.
• oExperience in management roles, both clinical and non-clinical.

Desirable

• oInterest in gender and health care and gender diverse care needs
• oQualifications in specific psychological/ psychosexual treatment modalities.
• oRegistered as a specialist with the Gender Recognition Panel or willing to apply for registration, when eligible.
• oManagement training course or other management qualification.
• oHigher training or qualification in Intellectual Disability, neurodivergence, trauma informed care or forensic psychiatry.
• oExperience in a community setting serving a diverse multi-cultural, multi-ethnic population.
• oExperience of working in a Gender Service.
• oExperience in working with people with complex psychosocial and medical needs.
• oExperience in the prescriptions of medicines and/ or hormones as medicine.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• oService user / person centered values.
• oHigh standards of professionalism
• oWelcoming of diversity within gender identity and expression
• oNon-judgmental, tolerant attitude
• oCommitment to ongoing education, training and development of practice through audit.
• oCommitment to working with users, carers and voluntary organisations and PPI
• oCommitment to innovative models of care to service gender diverse people.
• oAbility and manage and adapt to change

Desirable

• oPPI projects
• oCommunity and advocacy projects
• oUnderstanding of PERCF framework and minority health

Knowledge

Essential

• oAwareness of current issues in NHS service provision, policy and legislation.
• oMental Health assessments, complex case management, experience of outpatients, and ICD11
• oAwareness of the biopsychosocial needs of people with gender dysphoria.
• oKnowledge and understanding of NHS clinical governance, safe guarding and risk management

Desirable

• o Interest / knowledge in the field of gender dysphoria, including awareness of diagnostic issues, treatment options, and an evidenced led approach to clinical practice
• oCompetence in management of basic medical care as per the GMC guidelines
• oSkills in critical analysis

Skills

Essential

• oHigh level of general clinical skills
• oExcellent communication skills. written, oral and interpersonal
• oAbility to engage effectively and communicate with extremely challenging or emotive circumstances.
• oAbility to provide medical leadership to multidisciplinary team.
• oAbility to work with non-clinical colleagues, including service users and voluntary organisations in service development.

Desirable

• oExpertise in the assessment, management and treatment of people with gender diversity.
• oEstablished ability as clinical teacher.
• oClinical risk management

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

North London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Tavistock Centre

120 Belsize Lane

London

NW3 5BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In addition to the main job role, the salaried GP may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS proficient
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
• Experience with clinical risk management

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Effectively utilises resources
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• General understanding of the GP contract

Desirable

• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives

Eligibility

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Other requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational Health Clearance
• Project lead as required with CQC, ICB and QOF

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

Pinn Medical Centre

Address

37 Love Lane

Pinner

Middlesex

HA5 3EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thepinn.co.uk (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 Surrey 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

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

• For more information please contact us directly

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

Glassworks 4,

The Dorking Business Park,

Dorking

Surrey

RH41HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main tasks/overview of responsibilities:

• In accordance with the PCN rota, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing/authorising repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
• In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health.
• Providing counselling and health education.
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate.
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.
• Collecting data for audit purposes.
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.
• The post holder will be required to visit patients during surgery time in an emergency if clinically indicated.
• The post holder will undertake a fair percentage of On Call sessions per week as allocated on the practice rota as required and participate in the PCN Enhanced Service hours (Monday to Friday 6:30pm to 8pm and Saturday 9am to 5pm).
• The post holder will undertake fair share of home visiting sessions per week as allocated.

Training/Meetings

• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.
• Participate positively and actively in clinical and practice meetings.
• The PCN and Practices have a strong ethos around training and development of others, therefore the successful candidate will be willing and able to support medical students, and other training roles.
• Patient Management.
• Create opportunities to address patients care needs in the most expedient way, taking into account that continuity of care and access to services are often in direct conflict.
• Encourage patients to be aware of the service pressures within primary care and to manage their expectations of what we can realistically deliver in a manner that is fair and proportionate for all care priorities.
• Make improved use of the telephone and other technologies. Encourage patients to rely on face- to-face consultation only where there is a clinical need to do so.
• Communicate and reassure patients of the need to offer alternative care options where appropriate and safe to do so.
• To immediately highlight any concerns you may have in respect of safety or quality of patient care to the Clinical Director/Practice Partners/PCN Manager.

Confidentiality

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & Safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines.
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
• Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
• Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development

• Develops and maintains up to date personal development plan and professional portfolio for purposes of annual individual performance review, appraisal and revalidation.
• Is able to develop own knowledge and clinical practice to meet objectives and changes in service.
• Manage own time, workload and resources effectively.
• To provide education and training to other staff and Registrars as appropriate.
• Operate a high standard of probity.
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice.
• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
• Work to practice protocols.
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.

Communication

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members.
• Be familiar in all mediums of communications such as email, tasks, telephone etc.
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers.
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.
• Communicate effectively to outside agencies.
• Communicate clearly with their lead GP.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post holder will:

• Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance.
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work.
• Participate in audit where appropriate.

General

This job description reflects the current situation. It is subject to review and updating in the light of changing service needs. Details may be changed in consultation with the role holder and/or reviewed at their annual appraisal. Job descriptions are not designed to be all-inclusive although they will, as far as practicable, be a reasonably accurate and understandable specification of duties. The nature of our organisation demands a flexible approach in order to provide efficient and modern services to our patients. This job description may be amended by North Staffordshire GP Federation and you may be required to carry out additional or other duties as may be reasonably required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of triage.
• Appropriate level of primary care experience.
• Newly Qualified General Practitioner with under 2 years from qualification.
• Experience of ICB initiatives.
• Knowledge of clinical governance.
• Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework.
• A good understanding of Patient Choice.
• Experience of medicines management.
• Potential to cope with stressful situations.

Desirable

• An understanding of GP commissioning.

Personal qualities and attributes

Essential

• Adaptable and open to new situations and changes. Understanding and relating to patients' feelings and concerns.
• Respectful and polite in interactions.
• Showing kindness and care towards patients. Confident in decision-making and actions.
• Effective at planning and structuring tasks.
• Able to perform well under pressure and meet deadline.
• Committed and reliable in teamwork.
• Taking initiative to identify and tackle tasks independently.
• Self-motivated to achieve personal and professional goals.
• Maintaining confidentiality with sensitive information.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Meets DBS reference standards and has a clear criminal record, in line with the law on spent convictions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required to meet work demands.
• Champion of equality and valuing diversity.
• Always operates in line with Confidentiality and Data Protection Act.
• Working flexibly and prioritising competing demands on time to ensure agreed deadlines are met and organisational effectiveness within limited hours available.
• PCN as a whole within the constraints of limited resources and different ways of working.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to work as a be part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• IT skills MS Office, Internet etc able to competently use all basic IT software.
• Flexible and a good timekeeper.
• Good telephone skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Detail-Oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of General Practice Clinical Systems such as EMIS and SystemOne

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified General Practitioner.
• Full GMC Registration to practice as a GP.
• Inclusion on Performers List as a GP Performer.
• Eligibility for Medical Indemnity Membership.

Desirable

• Commitment to professional development.
• MRCGP

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

North Staffordshire GP Federation

Address

Newcastle South PCN

Newcastle-under-Lyme and surrounding areas

Newcastle-under-Lyme

ST5 2BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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