Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

• Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting patient problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• Cover all the clinical management of the patients in surgery as appropriate including initiating investigations, reviewing results, making referrals to secondary care or to other providers as appropriate
• Develop care and treatment plans in consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols as well wider guidance such as that from NICE
• Ensure appropriate follow up of patients
• Record clear and contemporaneous computerised consultation notes to agreed standards
• Participate in clinical audits and learning event analyses
• Compile and issue computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
• Prescribe generically whenever appropriately and in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary, NICE guidance and Good Prescribing Practice (as defined by British National Formulary guidance)
• Work with and provide support for other members of the primary health care team
• Play a role in the PCN achieving key performance targets and safety metrics.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• - Observance of strict confidentiality
• - Confidence and ability to safely work autonomously
• - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• - Ability to listen and empathise
• - Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• - Competent time management and organisational skills
• - Adaptable and forward looking with problem solving and a 'solutions focused' approach
• - A demonstrable commitment to professional development
• - Computer literate
• - DBS 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.

Desirable

• Enjoys a true mixture of patient backgrounds and health concerns

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in GP practice using Systmone

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in GP practice using Systmone

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified General Practitioner on the GP Performers List and with active GMC Licence and Registration (GP Register).

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

Asplands Medical Centre

Address

Asplands Close

Woburn Sands

Milton Keynes

MK17 8QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Digital Systems Support

• Act as the practice's first point of contact for digital systems and software queries.
• Understand the purpose and functionality of each digital platform.
• Support and train clinical and administrative staff in the effective use of practice software.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows through better use of digital systems.
• Keep up to date with developments in NHS digital technologies and recommend new tools that could benefit the practice.
• Liaise with software suppliers, NHS organisations and IT support providers regarding software developments and implementation.

• Support implementation of new digital solutions and system upgrades.
• Assist with website and social media for the practice.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Run searches and reports using clinical systems, identifying specific cohorts of patients and supporting audits.

• Develop a detailed understanding of practice contractual requirements and monitor practice performance against contractual targets and identify areas requiring action.
• Work with clinicians and managers to improve achievement of contractual indicators.
• Support recall programmes and patient searches where required.

Data Governance (Supporting Role)

• Assist with maintaining compliance with information governance requirements.
• Support data quality initiatives.
• Help maintain digital policies and documentation.
• Promote good information governance practice throughout the organisation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education including GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent).

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Positive and approachable.
• Self-motivated.
• Adaptable.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Committed to improving patient care.

Experience

Essential

• Experience
• Experience using multiple software systems.
• Experience producing reports and analysing data.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience improving processes or workflows.
• Knowledge
• Strong digital literacy.
• Ability to learn new software quickly.
• Awareness of confidentiality and data protection principles.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Skills
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in General Practice or the NHS.
• Experience using GP clinical systems (SystmOne).
• Experience training or supporting colleagues.
• Knowledge of NHS contractual frameworks including QOF and Enhanced Services.
• Good understanding of data analysis.
• Knowledge of NHS digital systems.
• Knowledge of information governance and GDPR.
• Experience supporting quality improvement projects.

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

Asplands Medical Centre

Address

Asplands Close

Woburn Sands

Milton Keynes

MK17 8QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

STRATEGY AND LEADERSHIP

• To oversee scoping, initiation, delivery, implementation, administration and evaluation of transformation projects on behalf of PCN as required
• Identify solutions to continue enhancing patient care within the evolving Neighbourhood. Advise the Network on effective digital solutions to aid transformation of services and workflow etc.
• Develop suitable digital solutions to identify and monitor population health needs.
• Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor progress of project.
• Demonstrate value for money/efficiencies across the PCN related to the project
• Identify risks or issues and problem solve to find alternative solutions
• Implement and communicate changes across the PCN
• Chairing meetings such as Board or MDT.
• Review effectiveness and impact of projects
• Line Manager for the PCN employees
• Ensure proactive stakeholder management occurs including frontline staff, team, service, organisation, senior leaders, external bodies, attending meetings as a representative of the PCN.
• Provide and build upon key performance management data, as appropriate

ORGANISATIONAL

• Support the PCN Clinical Director to ensure the smooth running of the Network
• Submit and oversee mandatory returns
• Ensure the PCN has required policies and procedures and keep them functional and up to date.
• Work with the PCN Clinical Director for strategic and operational planning processes to deliver the PCNs contractual objectives
• Support the PCN Clinical Director with the writing of business and development plans as required
• Attend Thursday business meetings, highlighting current successes and challenges within the PCN.
• Present PCN digital and financial progress at monthly board meetings.

FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

• To be responsible for the oversight of the Networks financial systems/payments/forecasting and keep the PCN within its budgets
• To oversee financial transactions between the PCN and member practices.
• Oversee and check the accuracy and timeliness of any submissions for invoicing, Enhanced Services, payroll, or contractual requirements.
• Oversee accurate payroll, achieved on time, by third party provider.

HR/WORKFORCE

• To monitor workforce requirements for the PCN, looking for transformative solutions; regularly review budget and expenditure
• Support recruitment, induction and training of new PCN staff where required
• Embed and support PCN additional roles, supporting their role in transformation of patient care.
• Conduct staff touchpoint meetings, 1 to 1s, appraisals and team catch ups

QUALITY AND GOVERNANCE

• Ensure the PCNs compliance with GDPR and FOI along with other relevant legislation and professional information management standards such as GMC, BMA and LMC guidance
• To use digital solutions to monitor and report performance and quality within the Network
• Be the Information Governance Lead for the PCN
• Ensure that the PCN board and Clinical Director adhere to the corporate governance structure and requirements as set out in the Network Agreement and by Companies House.
• Alert PCN members to issues of quality and risk

POLICY DEVELOPMENT

• Facilitate development of neighbourhood agenda and services in preparation for expected Neighbourhood implementation.
• Review existing policies to identify similarities and differences between the Practices creating effective processes and policies across the network.
• Ensure all policies conform to relevant legislation and/or statutory requirements
• Support practices in engaging all relevant staff to embed the policies into practice

N.B. This job description is a reflection of the current position and the post holder should expect that it may be subject to variation from time to time.

Person Specification

Attributes

Essential

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Well motivated, self-directed focus and able to initiate required work.
• Flexibility This role profile is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in relation to duties undertaken and location of work where required by the Practice.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of PCNs and their role in General Practice
• Knowledge of regulatory and contractual frameworks for primary care contracts eg. DES, LES, QOF.
• Understand Information Governance and GDPR and how to manage information appropriately
• Understanding of the NHS commissioning processes. An awareness of the developing Neighbourhood agenda An awareness of population health

Desirable

• SystmOne use
• Xero Use
• PCSE/NHS systems use

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate a range of digital skills and ability to adapt to new software.
• Ability to create effective change and implement necessary training.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communicator both verbally and written.
• An effective leader of people

Desirable

• Be a good team player
• Able to write concise report

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of Digital solutions within the NHS and NHS compliance.
• Previous experience of managing projects.
• Experience of changing and developing services.
• Understanding of the roles of NHS organisations and the primary care sector.
• Experience of managing a budget

Desirable

• Experience of managing contracts.
• Experience of working in general practice.
• Experience of developing working relationships with local and national stakeholders.

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

Asplands Medical Centre

Address

Asplands Close

Woburn Sands

Milton Keynes

MK17 8QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of HCA involves:

• Phlebotomy
• ECG recording
• Performing routine and opportunistic BP checks, height, weight, BMI & urinalysis
• Undertake NHS Healthchecks
• Basic wound management including dressings and removal of stitches and clips.
• Provide adult vaccinations including influenza, covid, shingles and pneumococcal.
• support practice nurses in providing services for patients with long term conditions including diabetes and foot checks, CVD, mental Health and Learning Disability Health Checks.
• Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes with the opportunity to be involved in group consultations.
• Stock ordering.

The role will include home visits.

A more experienced HCA will also be involved with:

• Doppler assessment.
• Chronic wound management including leg ulcers
• INR Star monitoring
• Spirometry

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE in Maths and English
• Basic training in Healthcare including phlebotomy and basic dressings, vaccinations and long term condition's management.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Healthcare.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a primary care setting.
• Experience of NHS Health checks.
• Trained in phlebotomy.
• Ability to read and record essential readings such as BP, weight and height.
• Experience and ability to dress basic wounds and remove stitches and clips.
• Experience of Chronic wound management.
• Access to a car for home visits.

Desirable

• Experience in general practice
• Trained in INR Star.

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

Asplands Medical Centre

Address

Asplands Close

Woburn Sands

Milton Keynes

MK17 8QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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