Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities underpinning the role.

The following are the core responsibilities of the first contact physiotherapist. On occasion there may be a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent on factors such as workload and staffing levels.

• To manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic MSK conditions, providing subject matter and expert advice.
• To take professional responsibility as a first-contact physiotherapist, with high-level decision-making and clinical-reasoning skills to assess, diagnose and triage patients.

• To implement and evaluate individual physiotherapy management plans for patients in accordance with evidence base and national guidelines for best practice.
• To manage a complex caseload (including patients with long-term conditions, co-morbidities, and multi-factorial needs and direct non-MSK concerns appropriately.

• To be accountable for decisions and actions via HCPC registration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review and engagement in evidence-based practice.
• To work within agreed pathways of care by providing a responsive service so that patients receive timely access to care

• To ensure care is proactive, preventive in focus and population based, with an emphasis on early intervention.
• To provide care which is tailored to the individual needs. This would include, appraising the impact of individuals' clinical status on their general health, well-being, employment status (including in relation to function, physical activity, mobility, and independence

• To support patients to set their own goals and be confident in their approach to self-management.
• To communicate effectively and appropriately with patients and carers, complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis, pathology, and prognosis.
• To work with the MDT to develop more effective and streamlined clinical pathways and services.

• To exercise professional judgement, making, justifying and taking responsibility for decisions in unpredictable situations, including in the context of incomplete/contradictory information.
• To manage interactions in complex situations, including with individuals with psychosocial and mental health needs and with colleagues across the primary care team, sectors and settings.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience as Senior Physiotherapist working in autonomous MSK role
• Expert clinical reasoning skills
• Proven multi-disciplinary working
• Clinical experience of triage and care planning

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary care and first contact roles
• Evidence of clinical leadership
• Evidence of research activity or skills
• Experience of computer based clinical systems, Systm1 and EMIS Web

Other requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle to meet the travel requirements of the post
• Clear vision of role and commitment to working in Primary Care
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc/Grad Dip in Physiotherapy.
• A minimum of five years post qualification experience.
• HCPC Registration.

Desirable

• CPD pertaining to Primary Care
• MSc modules relevant to the FCP role
• Extended Scope competencies around bloods, imaging and prescribing.
• Masters Level qualification or the equivalent specialist knowledge, skills and experience.

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people.
• Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously Knowledge of IT systems, including ability to use word processing skills, emails and the internet to create simple plans and reports.
• Can demonstrate working at Level 7 capability in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent (such as advanced assessment diagnosis and treatment);
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of audit and research
• Good time management skills, able to prioritise and organise workload for best effect
• Ability to promote best practice regarding all musculoskeletal matters
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow policy and procedure

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

Quay Primary Healthcare CIC

Address

Unit 11 Guardian Point

Guardian Street

Warrington

WA51AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://quayhealthcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Support public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, where appropriate.
• Completing CGAs and Respect forms.
• Deliver expert nursing assessments and manage complex care needs of housebound and care home residents within Tonbridge PCN in partnership with GP.
• Support patient and public involvement to enhance patient care and service delivery.
• Deliver a range of nurse-led clinics and undertake housebound and care home visits, including providing vaccinations and, where appropriately trained, carrying out procedures such as FeNO testing, ECGs, ear irrigation, and other clinical interventions.
• Create a trusting partnership with patients and/or relatives/carers to communicate and explain complex medical issues
• Mentor, support, and supervise new-to-general-practice nurses, student nurses, and other healthcare professionals (e.g., nursing associates, HCSWs) across the PCN by agreement and when appropriate.
• Be proficient in use of digital technologies applicable in the workplace to enhance personalised care.
• Advocate for people and nursing.
• Undertake mandatory training and CPD to meet NMC revalidation and practice needs.
• Provide clinical support and guidance to care home staff to improve patient safety and health outcomes.
• Identify own personal development needs, proactively seek feedback, and take effective action to address them using a mix of strategies.
• Work collaboratively across the PCN, actively engaging with community services, secondary care, social care, and voluntary sector providers to ensure integrated and holistic care pathways.
• Reflect on learning using appropriate frameworks (e.g. NMC Code).
• Adhere to CQC standards, infection prevention and control protocols, and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Participate in audits, significant event reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality, information governance, and data protection in line with NHS standards.
• Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC.
• Ensure that their own practice is kept updated, using an acceptable model of clinical supervision.
• Take every opportunity to expand individual practice in line with the principles contained within the Nursing and Midwifery Councils (NMC) document The Code (2015) (or equivalent professional body).

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Self-directed practitioner
• Highly motivated
• Committed to continuous professional development
• Flexible
• Enthusiastic
• Partner collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, individuals, families and carers to make clinical decisions.
• Conscious of the need to act sustainably.
• Able and willing to travel to various care homes within the Ridge locality.
• Must have a clean driving license and access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Nursing or Registered Nurse Degree
• Registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council
• More than one post-registration qualifications and CPD, for example certificates, diplomas or professional development courses at level 6 (e.g. long-term conditions care and/or public health initiatives)

Skills

Essential

• Clinical examination skills
• Ability to use clinical systems (Emis)
• Ability to use Microsoft 365 products (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to communicate and compassion and integrity.
• Conflict management skills
• Able to combine theory and practical skills to develop nursing practice and judgment.

Knowledge

Essential

• Management of patients with long-term conditions
• Management of patients with complex needs
• Local plan and national health policy
• Understanding of a range of assessment methods.

Desirable

• Knowledge of public health issues in the area
• Project management

Experience

Essential

• Experienced level of practice
• Working within frailty or management of patients with long-term conditions
• Primary Care or Community nursing experience
• Nurse-led management of minor illness, minor ailments and injuries
• Audit
• Research
• Clinical Leadership

Desirable

• Nursing in care home settings
• Nurse prescribing
• Experience in clinical leadership

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

West Kent Primary Care

Address

Hospice In The Weald

Maidstone Road

Pembury

Tunbridge Wells

Kent

TN2 4TA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Overview

The Medical Receptionistis the first point of contact for our Practice. Your goal is to provide a professional, welcoming environment for patients while ensuring the efficient coordination of healthcare services. You will facilitate clear communication between patients, the clinical team, and external healthcare agencies.

• Front-of-House: Greet patients and visitors warmly, directing them to the appropriate clinician or service.

• Appointment Management: Maintain the practice scheduling system, processing requests for appointments, home visits, and telephone consultations.

• Communication: Manage incoming and outgoing mail, take accurate messages, and handle telephone inquiries efficiently.

• Prescription Support: Process repeat prescription requests according to practice guidelines, coordinating with the Patient Liaison Officer.

• Records: Maintain accurate filing systems (digital and physical) and ensure timely data entry into patient records.

• Clerical Support: Provide general assistance to clinical and management staff, including word processing, scanning, and photocopying.

• Supply Management: Monitor and reorder stationery and medical supplies to ensure the practice remains fully stocked.

• Security: Manage the opening and locking of premises and adhere strictly to security protocols.

• Environment: Keep reception, waiting areas, and notice boards tidy. Ensure consulting rooms are cleared and restocked daily.

• Facilities: Assist with staff refreshments and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.

You will have access to sensitive patient data and business information. You must:

• Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patient and staff records.

• Only share information with authorized individuals in line with Practice policies and data protection legislation.

• Risk Management: Identify and report potential workplace hazards and adhere to infection control procedures.

• Quality Control: Take accountability for your work, suggest improvements for team performance, and participate in clinical audits when required.

• Inclusivity: Respect the privacy, dignity, and diverse needs of all patients and colleagues, providing non-judgmental support to everyone.

• Growth: Participate in annual performance reviews and take ownership of your professional development and training.

• Collaboration: Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and adapt your communication style to meet the specific needs of patients (e.g., those with hearing or language barriers).

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• GP Receptionist experience

Desirable

• SystmOne Experience

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade

Desirable

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Stanhope Mews West Surgery

Address

7 Stanhope Mews West

London

SW7 5RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Direct Patient Care:

   • Conduct patient consultations, including taking medical histories and performing physical examinations.
   • Administer vaccinations, including childhood immunisations, travel vaccines, and flu shots.
   • Perform diagnostic tests, such as blood pressure monitoring, blood tests, and ECGs.
   • Provide wound care, dressings, and removal of sutures.

2. Chronic Disease Management:

   • Manage and monitor patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and hypertension.
   • Develop and review individual care plans in collaboration with patients and other healthcare professionals.
   • Educate patients on managing their conditions, including medication management and lifestyle changes.

3. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention:

   • Conduct health assessments and screenings, including cervical smears, sexual health services, and smoking cessation support.
   • Provide health education and promotion activities to encourage healthy lifestyles.
   • Offer family planning advice and contraceptive services.

4. Administrative Duties:

   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using the practice's electronic health records (EHR) system.
   • Assist in the development and implementation of practice policies and procedures.
   • Participate in audit and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.

5. Collaboration and Communication:

   • Work closely with GPs, healthcare assistants, and other members of the practice team to coordinate patient care.
   • Liaise with external agencies and services, such as hospitals and community services, to ensure continuity of care.
   • Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development sessions.

6. Professional Development:

   • Stay current with nursing practice developments, guidelines, and regulations.
   • Participate in ongoing training and continuing professional development (CPD) activities.
   • Supervise and mentor junior staff and student nurses as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RN) with valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration.

Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RN) with valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration.
• Proven experience in a primary care or community nursing setting.
• Strong clinical skills, including phlebotomy, immunisation, and chronic disease management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and other medical software.

Desirable

• Additional qualifications or certifications in areas such as chronic disease management, family planning, or health promotion.
• Experience with NHS systems and protocols.
• Knowledge of local health and social care services.

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

Stanhope Mews West Surgery

Address

7 Stanhope Mews West

London

SW7 5RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Greeting patients and handling telephone/email enquiries in a professional and friendly manner.

• Booking, amending, and cancelling appointments using the clinical system.

• Handling patient records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.

• Supporting clinicians with administrative tasks, including medical coding and summarising records.

• Maintaining high standards of accuracy when recording patient information and updating clinical system records during reception interactions.

• Assisting with home visit requests by capturing relevant patient details and passing the information to GP.

• Guiding patients who request private work or forms to the appropriate process and ensuring requests are directed to the correct team.

• Supporting seasonal and operational campaigns by assisting with patient bookings and helping coordinate patient flow on the day.

• Ensuring reception and waiting areas remain organized, tidy, and presentable, contributing to a positive patient experience.

• Adhering to all confidentiality and data protection requirements, safeguarding sensitive information relating to patients, staff, and the practice at all times.

• Reporting any equipment or premises issues promptly to management and recording them in line with local processes.

• Supporting adherence to fire safety, infection control, and emergency procedures by participating in drills and maintaining required competencies within remit.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivelent
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Proficient in It systems
• Excellent organisational skills
• Experience in customer/patient care
• Good Team working
• Flexibility

Desirable

• Knowledge of Systmone clinical system
• Previous GP Surgery Experience

Experience

Essential

• Same as criteria in qualifications

Desirable

• Same as criteria in qualifications

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

Goodheart Surgery

Address

Goodhart Road

Bransholme

Hull

HU7 4DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a motivated Deputy Practice Manager who is passionate about providing high quality healthcare and tackling the role in new and exciting ways. We want you to come and work alongside an already motivated and inspiring practice team of like-minded and varied professionals.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education, including English and Maths (GCSE or equivalent).
• Evidence of relevant management, supervisory or leadership experience and/or training.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the role.

Desirable

• Management or leadership qualification, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Qualification in business administration, healthcare management or a related field.
• Training or qualification in HR, employment law, finance, governance or practice management.
• AMSPAR qualification or equivalent primary care management qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working within general practice, primary care or a similar healthcare environment.
• Experience of supervising, leading or managing staff.
• Experience of managing and prioritising a varied and demanding workload.
• Experience of dealing with sensitive, confidential and complex matters appropriately.
• Experience of working collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues.
• Experience of implementing and maintaining administrative and operational systems and processes.
• Experience of dealing effectively with patients, staff and other stakeholders, including managing difficult or challenging situations.
• Experience of using clinical and administrative IT systems within a healthcare environment.
• Experience of contributing to service improvement and implementing change.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a management or senior leadership role within general practice.
• Experience of HR processes, including recruitment, absence management, performance management and employee relations.
• Experience of handling patient complaints and significant incidents.
• Experience of CQC compliance, governance, risk management and health and safety.
• Experience of staff training, development and appraisal.
• Experience of financial administration, budgeting, payroll or practice finances.
• Experience of working with PCNs, ICBs and other external NHS organisations.
• Experience of premises and facilities 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Northolme Practice

Address

Kos Clinic

Roydlands Street, Hipperholme

Halifax

West Yorkshire

HX3 8AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience, but preceptorship may be available for newly qualified nurses

Registration

Essential

• RMN/RN (Mental Health) NMC Registered / pending 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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North & South Tandridge GPIMHS

Tandridge Hub

Caterham

CR3 5RA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached for job description. We are a flexible practice and are always open to new ideas and innovations. If you have a particular area of interest or skill set that you feel would benefit the practice we would be delighted to discuss this with you.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in general practice and working in multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Eligibility for minor surgery, obstetrics, family planning accreditation
• Vocational GP training

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise and entry on the GP Register
• Included on a Medical Performers List or eligible.
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Driving license

Desirable

• MRCGP
• Academic excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions etc.)
• Other relevant specialist interests & 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

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Mostyn House Medical Practice

Mostyn Broadway

LLANDUDNO

Gwynedd

LL30 1YL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties

Clinical

• To work within the multidisciplinary team to meet common goals.
• To participate in long term condition management for patients according to explicit protocols
• To provide family planning advice
• To administer IM Contraceptive injections as per protocol
• To administer childhood immunisations according to the national vaccination schedule
• Monitoring of ongoing treatments.
• To provide health education and cancer screening advice.
• Perform cervical cytology screening.
• To provide opportunistic screening and advice on mens health.
• To assist with planning and evaluating patient care.
• Clinical Measurements such as blood pressure recording, blood glucose monitoring and ECGs
• The administration of subcutaneous and intramuscular injections
• Undertake wound care and appropriate management of wounds.
• To provide Health Promotion in areas such as weight, smoking and alcohol.
• Teaching patients and their family self-care where appropriate.
• Assisting and or chaperoning the general practitioner.
• To work consistently within your own professional standards, maintaining an awareness of evidence based and current best practice.
• To ensure appropriate registration with your own professional body.
• To participate fully in the annual appraisal process and maintain own personal professional development.
• To participate in clinical supervision
• To advise, support and contribute to the education of other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Lead on infection control. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene to infection control standards
• To participate in the maintenance of medical equipment, ensuring appropriate interim checks are carried out and equipment is appropriately calibrated, and faults are reported in line with policy.
• To support the maintenance of appropriate stock items in fridges and clinical areas and to adhere to cold chain policies
• Travel advice and vaccinations
• To support patients in their own homes that cannot attend the surgery.

Record Maintenance

• Keep contemporaneous clinical records using the computer system (paper records where appropriate), recording clinical history and examination findings, interventions and advice given.
• Ensure documentation is in line with NMC guidance

Stock Control & Equipment

• Have shared responsibility for the Treatment room stock and report any stock shortages to the service lead
• Maintain nursing drugs and equipment reporting any shortages/failures to the service lead

The duties of the post may be reviewed and, if appropriate, changed by discussion with the post holder to ensure the provision of effective and efficient services.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant nursing/health degree
• Registered first level nurse

Desirable

• Mentor/teaching qualification
• Clinical supervision training
• Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification or willingness to work towards

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of needs of patients with long-term conditions
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse-led service
• Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care
• Knowledge of patient group directions and associated policy
• Knowledge and understanding of NMC Code of Conduct and other guidance.
• Escalating concerns appropriately

Desirable

• Awareness of local and national health policy
• Awareness of issues within the
• wider health economy

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration nursing experience
• Experience of working in community / primary care
• Management of long-term conditions
• Involvement in implementing and using protocols and clinical guidelines

Desirable

• Participation in quality initiatives such as clinical benchmarking
• Experience of using Emis and Docman

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

Coventry And Rugby GP Alliance

Address

1 The Boiler House, Electric Wharf

Sandy Lane

Coventry

CV1 4JU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities are:

Clinical

• Reviewing all incoming correspondence, sorting clinical letters, filing documents and entering pertinent information into the patients electronic medical record in accordance with the Practice Protocol
• Ensuring all QOF related data is captured
• Highlighting clinician action and workflow to appropriate clinician or team as per Practice Protocol
• To correct errors in filing and ensure corresponding records are amended accurately
• Ensuring medical records are kept organised and up to date
• Summarising new patient records to a high standard and according to set protocols and timescales agreed by the Practice.
• Recognising own knowledge limits and seek advice from clinical or administrative colleagues as appropriate.
• To carry out administrative related tasks as delegated by the Clinical Lead and Operations Manager
• To undertake any other reasonable tasks as allocated by the line manager and/or Partners. This job description reflects the immediate requirements and objectives of the post and is not exhaustive

Policy & Procedures

• The post-holder will acquire and maintain an acceptable level of knowledge and understanding of the Practices protocols, policies and procedures
• Having acquired the required level of knowledge and understanding of the Practices protocols, policies and procedures; the post-holder is required to support, promote and adhere to all of the Practices policies

Confidentiality

• 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 and managed as strictly confidential. Additionally, the post-holder will be respectful and courteous to colleagues and patients, for example knocking on doors prior to entry.

Health & Safety

• In addition to being a Fire Marshal/Fire Warden, the post-holder will promote and maintain the health, safety and security of self and others by:
• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Identifying and report risks and potential risks involved in work activities and manage such risks in accordance with agreed procedures
• Maintaining a level of knowledge, understanding and skills to meet the Practices expectations
• Adhering to the Practices fire safety and infection control policies and procedures
• Maintaining work areas, so that work areas are tidy, safe and free from hazards and infection

Equality & Diversity

• The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, by:
• 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, is non-judgmental and respects the circumstances, feelings priorities and rights of others

Quality

• The post-holder is required to adhere to agreed, required and registered standards of quality within the Practice, and will:
• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess their own performance and take accountability for their own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the Practice by reflecting on their own and their teams activities/performance and making suggestions to improve and enhance the teams and Practices performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage their time, workloads and resources to meet the standards expected by the Line Manager and Practice.

Communication

• The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers, team members, clinical and non-clinical staff, partners and representatives of external organisations;
• Recognise and accommodate peoples needs for alternative methods of communication.

Other

• The post-holder will be expected and required to undertake and complete any other duties as deemed relevant to position and the business needs of the Practice. This job description will be subject to periodic review and amendment in consultation with the post holder.
• The post holder must attend and participate in all mandatory practice-led training events, team meetings, and staff briefings as required by the Practice. Attendance forms part of the role and is essential to maintaining knowledge, compliance, and effective teamwork.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Possess a broad knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology.
• A good knowledge of working with GP clinical systems such as EMIS/SystmOne, Docman.
• Good, knowledge of IT programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook and databases.
• Understanding of the NHS/Primary Care Services.
• Knowledge of confidentiality in the workplace/information governance.
• Able to establish, maintain and develop effective communications across the Practice and with external organisations.
• Excellent ICT skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to engage effectively with a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to analyse and interpret information.
• Methodically and accurate approach to work with attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills, capable of prioritising and managing competing demands and workloads.
• Able to work under pressure
• Good problem-solving skills.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Commitment to continuing professional development of self and others.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to maintain the consistent delivery of high-quality services
• Satisfactory completion of an enhanced check through the Vetting and Barring Service (this will be taken up if offered the post).
• Legal right to work in the UK
• Hep B/MMR - vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated.
• A commitment to anti-discriminatory practices in employment, training and service delivery.
• An understanding of Health and Safety responsibilities.
• Flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education with 5 GCSEs or equivalent or experience in a similar post.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with GP clinical information and systems such as EMIS, SystmOne, or hospital coding environment.
• Recent and relevant experience of primary care.
• Evidence of capacity to work in an office autonomously and as part of a team.

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

Latham House Medical Practice

Address

Sage Cross Street

Melton Mowbray

Leicestershire

LE13 1NX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist the Practice Nurse and members of the multidisciplinary team, to deliver high quality, practice based healthcare. This includes the general organisation of the clinical area and associated clinical, administration and general duties, which ensure an efficient service to the patient and the practice at all times.

The Job description is attached.

Person Specification

interpersonal & digital skills

Essential

• Can work as individual or as a team
• Ability to provide quality care

Desirable

• Knowledge of EMIS Web Optum system
• Knowledge of DOCMAN
• knowledge of QOF and local targets

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Phlebotomy
• Experience in performing ECGS
• Experience in delivering wound care

Desirable

• Experience working in Primary Care
• Experience working in GP Practice
• Experience of managing Long Term Conditions

Qualifications

Essential

• Education to GCSE level of equivalent

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

Birches Head Medical Centre

Address

Diana Road

Birches Head

Stoke-on-Trent

Staffordshire

ST1 6RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by the partnership.

• Chronic disease management - Including Diabetes, Asthma, COPD.
• Cytology.
• Wound care / ulcer care.
• Removal of sutures / Staples.
• Urinalysis.
• Venepuncture.
• Blood pressure measurements.
• Routine Immunisations.
• Childhood Immunisations.
• Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.
• Assisting clinicians with minor surgery and coil fittings.
• Requesting basic pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs.
• Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to GPs as appropriate.

Other tasks including:

• Clean and sterilise equipment.
• Maintaining GP and nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required.
• Undertake housekeeping duties including, general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms.
• work in collaboration with the Lead IPC Nurse to ensure effective infection prevention and control practices are implemented and maintained.
• Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels.
• Participation in administrative systems in the practice.
• At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records.
• A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks.
• Attend and participate in any practice meetings when required.
• On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse NMC
• Qualified in cervical cytology
• Qualified in Chronic Disease Management

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience as a Practice Nurse in a primary care setting.
• Chronic disease management (Diabetes, COPD, Asthma)
• Women's health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)
• Immunisations (routine, childhood and travel)
• Infection prevention and control measures
• Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
• Venepuncture
• Working under PGDs and associated policy
• Working autonomously

Desirable

• Use of SystmOne
• Knowledge of IPC

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

Northumberland Park Medical Group

Address

Earsdon Road

Shiremoor

Newcastle upon Tyne

Tyne and Wear

NE27 0HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds NVQ 3 or equivalent in hospitality and catering
• Basic Food Hygiene

Desirable

• Basic Health and Safety

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of work procedures, practices and equipment for a catering service including advanced food hygiene processes
• Previous experience within a catering environment with a range of meals
• Knowledge of portion control and importance of nutrition

Desirable

• Experience of working with the client group relevant to the setting.
• Experience of leading others
• Knowledge and understanding of special dietary and cultural needs, including planning appropriate menus

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills - written/verbal
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team

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

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Staveley Centre

Calver Crescent

Staveley

S43 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) or
• HPC Registered

Desirable

• Additional Psychotherapy qualification relevant to working with clients with complex psychological and mental health difficulties

Knowledge & Expertise

Essential

• Skills in conducting complex psychological assessment and intervention frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration
• Skills in completing neuropsychological assessments, interpretation of results, and ability to communicate these sensitively as appropriate
• Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex and /or clinically sensitive information to clients and professional colleagues within and outside the NHS
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Skills in providing Consultation to other professionals and non professional groups
• Evidence of supervision training/qualification
• Experience of supervising Assistant Psychologists, other psychological practitioners and/or MDT colleagues in psychological approaches

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a clinical psychologist therapeutically with adult clients with varied complex, psychological and mental health difficulties
• Experience of working within muliti-professional teams
• Experience of engaging and sustaining work with ambivalent clients
• Experience of exercising clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care

Desirable

• Experience of liaison with other health professionals.
• Experience of providing teaching and training.

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Breightmet Heath Centre

Bolton

BL2 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Collaborative Working Relationships

• Recognises the roles of other colleagues within the organisation and their role to patient care.
• Demonstrates use of appropriate communication to gain the co-operation of relevant stakeholders (including patients, senior and peer colleagues, and other professionals, other NHS/private organisations e.g. ICBs and PCNs).
• Demonstrates ability to work as a member of a team.
• Is able to recognise personal limitations and refer to more appropriate colleague(s) when necessary.
• Actively work toward developing and maintaining effective working relationships both within and outside the practice and locality.
• Foster and maintain strong links with all services across locality.
• Explores the potential for collaborative working and takes opportunities to initiate and sustain such relationships.
• Demonstrates ability to integrate general practice with community and hospital pharmacy teams.
• Liaises with ICB colleagues including ICB/PCN Pharmacists on prescribing related matters to ensure consistency of patient care and benefit.
• Liaises with ICB/PCN pharmacists and Heads of Medicines Management / Optimisation to benefit from peer support.
• Liaises with other stakeholders as needed for the collective benefit of patients including but not limited to Patients, GP, nurses and other practice staff, other healthcare professionals including ICB pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, optometrists, dentists, health and social care teams and dieticians etc. Locality / GP prescribing lead, Locality managers, Community nurses and other allied health professionals, Community and hospital pharmacy teams and hospital staff with responsibilities for prescribing and medicines optimisation.

Leadership

• Demonstrate understanding of the pharmacy role in governance and is able to implement this appropriately within the workplace.
• Demonstrate understanding of, and contributes to, the workplace vision.
• Engages with Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) and involves PPGs in development of the role and practices where appropriate.
• Demonstrates ability to improve quality within limitations of service.
• Reviews yearly progress and develops clear plans to achieve results within priorities set by others.
• Demonstrate ability to motivate self to achieve goals.
• Promotes diversity and equality in people management techniques and leads by example.
• Undertake appropriate supervisor and assessor training, such as Greater Manchester Training Hub (GMTH) Standards for Supervision and Assessment (SSSA) or NHS Enabling Effective Learning Environments in order to act as a qualified assessor and supervisor for internal and external learners and trainees.

Management

• Demonstrate understanding of the implications of national priorities for the team and/or service.
• Demonstrate understanding of the process for effective resource utilisation.
• Demonstrate understanding of, and conforms to, relevant standards of practice.
• Demonstrates ability to identify and resolve medicines related risk management issues according to policy/protocol, whilst understanding the process of escalation where appropriate.
• Follows professional and organisational policies/procedures relating to their own performance management.
• Demonstrate ability to extend boundaries of service delivery within the team.

Research and Evaluation

• Demonstrates ability to critically evaluate and review literature to ensure evidence based medicines and best practice are followed.
• Demonstrates ability to identify where there is a gap in the evidence base to support practice.
• Demonstrates ability to generate evidence suitable for presentations at practice and local level.
• Demonstrates ability to apply research evidence base into working place.
• Demonstrates understanding of principles of research governance.

Other duties

• Any other duties, as agreed with the line manager to meet the needs of the organisation. This may include travel to other sites within the organisation.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within primary care and/or general practice as a clinical pharmacist, with an understanding of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients).
• Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information and utilise data to improve clinical outcomes, including the review of medicine related incidents.
• Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to seniors or GPs when appropriate.
• Produce timely and informative reports.
• Gain acceptance for recommendations and influence/motivate/persuade the audience to comply with the recommendations/agreed course of action where there may be significant barriers.

Desirable

• In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare.
• Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions.
• Able to undertake clinical audit and suggest changes of practice based on outcomes.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision.
• Work effectively, independently and as a team member.
• Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to seniors or GPs when appropriate.
• Produce timely and informative reports.
• Gain acceptance for recommendations and influence/motivate/persuade the audience to comply with the recommendations/agreed course of action where there may be significant barriers.

Desirable

• Able to undertake clinical audit and suggest changes of practice based on outcomes.

Qualifications

Essential

• Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Masters degree in pharmacy (MPharm) (or equivalent).
• Specialist knowledge acquired through post-graduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience.
• Independent prescriber or working towards/intent of gaining independent prescribing qualification.

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (or equivalent).
• A member of or working towards Faculty membership with the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (or equivalent).

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

Gtd Healthcare

Address

Hattersley Group Practice

Hattersley Road East

Hyde

Greater Manchester

SK14 3EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and a current licence to practise in England.
• Included on the NHS England GP Performers List, or eligible to apply.
• Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Able to assess, diagnose and manage a broad range of acute and chronic conditions safely and effectively.
• Able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Good clinical decision-making, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to manage workload safely and effectively within a modern general practice environment.
• Commitment to professional development, appraisal and revalidation.
• Shares the practice values of collaboration, respect and continuous improvement.

Desirable

• Experience of working in UK general practice.
• Experience or interest in managing patients with long-term conditions, frailty or complex health needs.
• Interest in or experience of New Models of Care and proactive management of patients with complex needs.
• Interest in or experience of quality improvement, audit or service development.
• Familiarity with total triage or digital access systems, such as Anima.
• Interest in developing or maintaining a special clinical interest.
• Experience of or interest in teaching, mentoring or supervision.
• Willingness to contribute positively to the ongoing development and success of the practice.

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

Spinney Brook Medical Centre

Address

59 High Street

Irthlingborough

Northamptonshire

NN9 5GA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.spinneybrookmedcentre.co.uk/default.asp (Opens in a new tab)