Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Patient Services Manager

Reports to: Practice Manager

Hours: 37.5

Job summary:

The Patient Services Manager is responsible for the operational management of all patient-facing administrative services within the practice. The post holder will lead the reception and administrative teams to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centred access to care.

The role will support the Practice Manager in delivering high-quality services, improving patient experience, and ensuring compliance with practice policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Management

• Oversee the day-to-day running of reception and administrative services.
• Ensure effective appointment management and patient access systems.
• Monitor call handling performance, appointment utilisation, and DNA rates.
• Develop and maintain efficient workflows to support clinicians.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels and rota cover at all times.
• Act as escalation point for operational issues affecting patient services.

2. Team Leadership & Management

• Line manage reception and administrative staff.
• Conduct appraisals, probation reviews, and return-to-work meetings.
• Manage rotas, annual leave, and sickness monitoring.
• Identify training needs and support staff development.
• Promote a positive, professional, and patient-focused culture.

3. Patient Experience & Complaints

• Lead on non-clinical complaints handling and responses.
• Monitor patient feedback and Friends & Family Test results.
• Implement improvements to enhance patient access and communication.
• Support digital access initiatives (e.g., NHS App uptake, online consultations).

4. Governance & Compliance

• Ensure reception and admin procedures comply with CQC standards.
• Maintain and update relevant policies and standard operating procedures.
• Support data protection, confidentiality, and information governance processes.
• Participate in audits and quality improvement projects.

5. Reporting & Performance

• Produce regular performance reports for the Practice Manager and Partners.
• Analyse service demand and capacity data.
• Contribute to business continuity planning.
• Support service redesign initiatives where required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience managing staff within a healthcare, NHS, or customer-facing environment.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Experience handling complaints and difficult conversations.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to analyse data and produce reports.
• Good IT skills clinical systems, Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Experience in General Practice.
• Knowledge of CQC standards.
• Understanding of NHS primary care systems and access models.
• HR experience - absence management, appraisals.

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

Southam Surgery

Address

Stowe Drive

Southam

Warwickshire

CV47 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive and organised Administrative Assistant to support our busy GP practice over the summer period.

This is a fixed-term role focused on supporting core administrative functions, particularly referrals and document workflow. It would suit someone looking to gain experience in a healthcare settingfor example, those considering a future career in medicine, nursing, or allied health professions.

The post is temporary and will end in September 2026, with no expectation of extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the processing of patient referrals, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Manage incoming clinical correspondence (letters, reports, discharge summaries)
• Update and maintain accurate patient records using the clinical system (EMIS)
• File, scan, and code documents in line with practice protocols
• Assist with general administrative duties to support the wider team
• Liaise with clinical and administrative staff to ensure smooth workflow
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection standards at all times

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable and professional approach to work
• Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office or equivalent)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of basic medical terminology
• Interest in working within healthcare or the NHS

Desirable

• Previous administrative experience
• Familiarity with EMIS or other clinical systems

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 Ridgeway Surgery

Address

The Ridgeway Surgery

71 Imperial Drive

Harrow

Middlesex

HA2 7DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://ridgeway-surgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, with a patient-focussed attitude
• A quick learner with good IT skills and excellent attention to detail
• Helpful and friendly manner is essential, with the ability to work well with others
• Primary care/healthcare experience would be desirable
• Flexible to cover for sickness and holidays

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

The Street

Holbrook

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP9 2QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This Job Description is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties from time to time consistent with the responsibility of this role. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.

This Job Description is subject to periodic review and development.

The following are the core responsibilities of this role:

a. To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring there are no discrepancies, as per prescription.

b. Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and accurately

c. Collecting prescription charges and patient signatures

d. in accordance with dispensary protocol

e. Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary to agreed levels

f. Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, including stock rotation, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable

g. Conduct stocktakes and agree with management and the team of the frequency.

h. Work closely with senior partner and clinicians to maximise profitability

i. Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed and disposed of, in accordance with practice policy

j. Safe disposal of returned and / or out of date medicines

k. Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within a 72-hour timeframe

l. Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters

m. Process prescription requests via email, phone, face-to-face and online

n. Daily recording of fridge temperatures

o. Preparation of monthly returns

p. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times

q. Maintain accurate records at all times

r. Collection and accurate processing of all monies received

s. Share the provision of cover during absences within the team in a fair way, following internal process

t. Fully observe legal requirements relevant to the dispensing practice and HA regulations and controlled drugs

u. Ensure that all drug safety alerts and notices are acted upon in a timely manner

v. To go through prescriptions monthly not picked up and unlikely to be picked up to remove the details from the patient records and then destroy the prescription

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2)
• GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths at Grade C or above

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a dispensary
• Experience working with the general public/patients
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
• Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Capable of managing payments (invoices, cash etc)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow policy and procedure
• Ability to effectively manage stock, including ordering, rotation, disposal etc.
• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated
• Forward thinker
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational health clearance

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Broad knowledge of General 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Great Staughton Surgery

Address

Great Staughton Surgery

57 The Highway

Great Staughton

St. Neots

Cambridgeshire

PE19 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

a. Undertake appropriate audits in Neurovascular/Skull base under supervision of the Neurovascular/Skull base team one Neurovascular/Skull base audit is mandatory.

b. Provide, and develop further with clinical colleagues, neurosurgical services for the Trust in collaboration with colleagues in all disciplines including primary and tertiary care, where appropriate, to provide an integrated service for patients.

c. Attend Neurovascular/Skull base clinics

d. Attend daily ward rounds for inpatients when on ward duty

e. Facilitate timely discharge of patients

f. Participate in the consultation service and advisory service to other clinical colleagues in other specialties within the Trust and Primary Care.

g. Participate in the development of the neurosurgery service, treatment protocols and guidelines and the greater knowledge in the management of neurosurgical conditions within skull base and/or Neurovascular Neurosurgery.

h. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular clinical meetings and other post graduate activities.

i. Participate in the on-call rota (includes prospective cover) so that appropriate emergency services are provided out-of-normal working hours.

j. Take responsibility for the professional supervision and development of trainee doctors within the specialty.

k. Develop and maintain good communications with General Practitioners and appropriate external agencies.

l. Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit this will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice. Ensure attendance at appropriate governance meetings

m. Ensure own practice is up-to-date; this will include taking responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trusts Performance and Annual Review system.

n. Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers.

o. Accountable for improving and complying with infection control practices.

p. Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.

q. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults is your responsibility. Familiarisation with and adherence to UHCW Safeguarding policies and Coventry and Warwickshire Safeguarding Board procedures is an essential requirement of all employees, as is the participation in related mandatory training

Please see job description and personal specification for more information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Meets all Essential

Desirable

• Meets all Desirable

Experience

Essential

• Several years medical training over and above PRHO/FY I ? Relevant recent experience at middle grade (registrar) level in Neurosurgery

Desirable

• Logbook evidence of appropriate microsurgical procedures

Knowledge/ Skills

Essential

• Competence in the clinical skills appropriate to your background specialty ? Knowledge of methods of medical audit ? Understanding of the Clinical Governance process. ? Ability to organise and manage one's own clinical work ? Competent in basic information technology. ? Understanding of the concepts of management. ? Excellent verbal and written communication

Desirable

• Further skills in information technology ? Awareness of health service reforms and issues across healthcare economy

Teaching/ Education

Essential

• Commitment to continuing medical education (attend conferences, research/publish papers, audits, attendance at relevant meetings) ? Undertaken complete audit cycle. ? Ability to use clinical audit to improve standards of care for patients

Desirable

• Ability to design and deliver talks/lectures/workshops effectively. ? Experienced in demonstrating clinical procedures/techniques to other healthcare professionals. ? Ability to participate in teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate students. ? National/International presentations/publications in Skull base/Neurovascular neurosurgery

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values.

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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry & Wawickshire

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Coventry

CV22 6HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

People management

Ensure all visitors entering the building are welcomed, have identification checked, are asked to sign in and hand washing facilities are signposted.

Respond, using a helpful and problem-solving approach, to all queries and requests for assistance from staff and other visitors.

Ensure all entry and exit of service users, staff, visitors and deliveries is via external airlock (unless emergency access is required).

Ensure all service users enter and exit the building safely under the direction of nursing staff.

Ensure service users are not permitted through the internal airlock until searches have been completed.

Receive and make telephone calls, using a helpful and problem-solving approach. Re-direct calls and take messages as appropriate.

Communicate via staff radio as appropriate.

Engage appropriately with all service users and report any change in presentation or conflict promptly to nurse in charge.

Monitor service users in the reception area and report any concerns to the nurse in charge.

Support the nursing team as the witness for any ‘green’ search conducted in line with Lee Mill RAG protocol when patients return from leave, or any items brought by visitors.

Delivery of initial security inductions to all new staff.

Processing of visitors to the service; to include explanation of prohibited and restricted items and appropriate storage of these items. Completion of required identity checks, completion of required documentation and issuing of visitors badge.

Processing of workmen / contractors visiting the service; to include explanation of prohibited and restricted items and appropriate storage of these items. Completion of required identity checks, completion of required documentation and issuing of visitors badge.

Ensure all regular maintenance is completed in a timely manner to include fire equipment, PAT testing of items and labelling new electronic equipment. Report any discrepancies to security lead and management team.

Security

Follow local security procedure for the allocation of master keys and alarms.

Support logging, ordering, replacement, and reconciliation of broken keys as per local security procedure.

Ensure lone worker devices are charged, in good working order & all checks completed.

Operate effective signing in and out procedures that are compliant with local fire procedures.

Complete all non-clinical security checks required to maintain the safety of the ward.

Monitor and supply patient restricted items, keeping an up to date record of items and ensuring no items are unaccounted for.

Complete daily audit of restricted items and follow local procedure if items are missing.

Complete regular checks of SAS and fire alarm systems

Record and distribute mail to service users, ensuring that all parcels are opened in the presence of the service user, prior to entering the ward and contents are checked for restricted/prohibited items. Any restricted/prohibited items found to be managed in line with unit policy

Open and sort the mail for staff according to agreed procedures.

Ensure security handover is completed to NIC and security nurse each shift with any breaches escalated as per unit policy.

Complete “security estates log” paperwork when logging any security related jobs with estates (in addition to electronic log).

Ensure management team and security lead are informed of all security related estate logs via email.

The environment

Complete audits and inspections of the building, reporting any repairs to the relevant department promptly.

Ensure that the reception and waiting areas are kept safe and tidy.

To inform the estates department of any works that need to be undertaken on the unit and keep accurate records, monitor completion and report back outstanding works to the clinical team on a weekly basis.

Ensure NIC is informed of any estates/contractors entering the patient area before allowing access.

Notify the NIC of any testing/maintenance being carried out on the unit and escort contractors/estates to complete in patient areas.

Follow agreed procedure for access to loft space for any estates/contractors.

Complete perimeter check twice daily and associated records including any breaches and escalation process if damage is found.

Support and implement the emergency and contingency planning situations that may arise within the service.

Administration

Undertake any administrative/ secretarial tasks requested by the unit manager and the clinical team.

Arrange appointments and access to and manage diaries for the clinical team.

Have up to date knowledge of computer systems.

Plan, ensure the smooth running of and take minutes of meetings.

Scan correspondence and reports into the computerised record, ensuring that they can be easily retrieved.

Photocopy, laminate or disseminate relevant documents at request of the team.

Ensure that the telephone system is operational at the beginning of each day switched over at the appropriate times. Report any difficulties with the operation of the telephone system.

Use internal and external mail and the internet to keep up to date and to send and receive messages.

Financial and/or physical resources

To follow agreed processes in the allocation of petty cash and patient monies.

Complete daily audit of money held in unit safe with another staff member and follow escalation process for discrepancies.

To place orders required for the secure services on EPROC and receipt.

Support liaison with couriers and use of systems to ensure secure delivery of post, items to and from pharmacy, and samples to pathology services. Receive deliveries.

Support liaison with appropriate departments concerning the unit vehicles; e.g. service, maintenance, repair, processing of penalty notices, processing of fuel receipts.

Support the team to maintain accurate levels of equipment on the ward, to include PPE, and implementing timely stock ordering to prevent running out

Storage and use of photographic equipment, including e-storage of photographs of visitors, staff, patients and any photographs that may be required as evidence to provide to the police.

Correct storage, charging and issuing of mobile telephones and lone worker devices.

Provide a communication link for staff working with patients in the community that will enable an appropriate and timely response in the event of an untoward incident.

Issuing of unit vehicle keys and fuel card, including using system to ensure security / safety checks are completed on vehicle.

Operate systems for staff to book unit vehicles, book clinical areas / services, book rooms as per local guidance.

Hold details of lone working staff.

Ensure that meeting rooms are tidied at the end of the day and left ready for the following day.

Implementation of policy and/or service developments

Knowledge of QNFMHS Low Secure standards relating to physical and procedural security.

Awareness of service development needs to adapt to changes in Low Secure Standards as they arise.

Inform appropriate staff of any day-to-day problems, together with any possible solutions.

Be aware of and abide by approved policies and procedures.

Other Responsibilities

Participate in the Staff Appraisal process.

Attend any training that is identified as part of the Personal Development Plan and mandatory training as stipulated by the organisation.

Any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post.

Support investigation of concerns / complaints relating to the secure receptions.

Act on any reasonable request made by the senior nurse / modern matron / service manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Good all round general education
• - Educated to Vocational Qualification Level II, or able to demonstrate the skills, knowledge and ability to work to this level.

Desirable

• GCSE English
• NVQ II Customer Care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a reception

Desirable

• Experience working in a mental health setting
• Understanding of the service
• Understanding of security

What our Service Users expect of this post holder

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Ability to communicate to a range of people
• Personal and professional boundaries
• Must be able to multi-task
• IT literate
• Able to undertake training pertaining to safety and security and communication equipment
• Good organisational skills
• Team worker
• Flexible
• Self-motivated
• Professional
• Honest
• Reliable

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

Lee Mill Hospital

Beech Road

Ivybridge

Devon

PL21 9HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Administration

• To have a thorough knowledge of all Practice procedures

• To workin accordance withwritten protocols

• Pulling/filing notes and update as necessary

• Filingand codingpost in medical records

• Summarising patient records

• Photocopy as requested

• Provide test results to patients.

• Book appointmentswhererequired.

Computer

• Registrations of newpatientscomputer data entry and medical records

• Process patients change of address computer data and medical records (have knowledge of practice area)

• Have working knowledge of telephone system.

• Other tasksappropriate tothe role

Confidentiality:

In the course ofseeking 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 theircarers, Practicestaffand 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 healthcareworkersor the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised personsin accordance withthe Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & Safety:

The post-holder willassistin promoting andmaintainingtheir 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

• Identifyingthe 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

• Usingappropriate infectioncontrol procedures,maintainingwork areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards

• Reporting potential risksidentified

• Equality and Diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients,carersand colleagues, to include:

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance ofpeoplesrights, 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,carersand colleagues

• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings,prioritiesand rights.

Personal/professional Development:

The post-holder willparticipatein any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

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

• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance anddemonstratingskills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Quality:

The post-holder will strive tomaintainquality within the Practice and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

• 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 theteamsperformance

• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meetpatientsneeds

• Effectively manage own time,workloadand 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

• Communicate effectively with patients and carers

• Recognisepeoplesneeds for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

• Contribution to the Implementation of Service

The post-holder will:

• Apply Practice policies,standardsand guidance

• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work

• Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Administration experience
• Customer service experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP Practice
• Experience of coding or summarising

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

Outwood Park Medical Centre

Address

Potovens Lane

Outwood

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 2PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• 6 sessions per week - Monday, Tuesday & Friday
• Permanent contract
• Mix of face-to-face and telephone consultations
• Structured support for new or experienced GPs
• A culture that genuinely prioritises GP wellbeing and sustainability
• Opportunities for development, including PCN roles and future progression
• Participation in practice and team meetings
• Minimal home visits (shared fairly when required)
• Minimal admin
• 15 minute appointments, capped at 24 appointments per day
• No Duty GP sessions

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact: Dr Dominique Hogan, GP Partner, [email protected] (CV and covering letter) to: [email protected]

View our website -www.silverdalepractice.nhs.uk

Interviews planned from 5th October onwards but can fit around applicant

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree and GMC 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

Silverdale Practice

Address

Silverdale Practice

4 Silverdale Road

Burgess Hill

West Sussex

RH15 0EF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Qualifications

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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Employer details

Employer name

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Gwendolen House

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE5 4QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Macclesfield

SK11 0JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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 PCN Clinical Director/Practice Partners/PCN Manager.

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 & 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

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

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

- Attend all relevant annual updates

- Inform the lead GP of any concerns regarding the role and any professional development needed

- Be aware of own professional boundaries and what to do when you have reached them

- 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

- Contribution to the Implementation of Services

Research and Development

- Is able to identify, critically appraise and present significant events related to own performance and discuss within the clinical team.

- Actively contributes to Practice/Service/Team audit/Research activity as required.

- Instigates audit activity as required e.g. new services.

- Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.

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

Important Information:

6 sessions per week

15 appointments per session

Share of visits when required (normally completed by Paramedic)

Mix of telephone, face-to-face appointments

Provide high-quality patient care

Ensure that each patient encounter is maximized to attain contractual target requirements

Work collaboratively & contribute to the management and completion of general clinical administration, including bloods, tasks, urgent enquiries, medical reports.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Good written presentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS skills
• Effective time management planning and organising
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
• Experience with clinical risk management

Desirable

• na

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC registration
• National Performers List registration (England)
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Evidence of current validation
• Evidence of last appraisal
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Desirable

• na

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Not previously been substantively employed at a GP Practice
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives
• General understanding of the primary care contract
• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
• Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours

Desirable

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Not previously been substantively employed at a GP Practice
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives
• General understanding of the primary care contract
• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
• Experience in development of areas of clinical expertise
• Experience of audit and improving care for patients

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

Greenwich Health Ltd

Address

25 John Wilson Street

London

SE18 6PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.greenwich-health.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a GP practice, primary care or healthcare environment.
• Previous experience in a supervisory, management or senior administrative role.
• Understanding of GP practice operations and NHS processes.
• Experience managing complaints and handling sensitive situations.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Professional, approachable and adaptable.
• Reliable, proactive, resilient and committed to delivering high-quality patient care and supporting the wider practice team.

Desirable

• Previous practice management experience.
• Knowledge of QOF, enhanced services and claims.
• Understanding of CQC, governance and quality improvement.
• Experience in HR, recruitment, and staff management.
• Relevant management or healthcare administration 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

Primary Care Careers

Address

41 Rectory Road

Hadleigh

Essex

SS7 2NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• In accordance with the Practice rota, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/herself available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone/video consultations. Accurx consultations, visiting patients at home, checking and signing 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 healthcare workers within the organisation, using current clinical guidelines, NICE/health pathways guidance
• 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 (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)
• Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

Other Responsibilities within the Organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records
• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and Read-Coding patient data
• Attending Practice meetings
• Attending training and events organised by the Practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

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 & procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & safety:

• Use personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines.
• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory/contractual/professional requirements and good practice guidelines.
• Provide advice on the correct/safe management of the specimens process including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct/clean containers, storage and transport arrangements.
• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients.
• Management of the full range of infection control procedures in both routine and extraordinary circumstances (e.g. pandemic/individual infectious circumstances).
• Hand hygiene standards for self and others.
• Manage directly all incidents of accidental exposure.
• Manage and advice relating to infection control and clinically based patient care protocols and implementation of those protocols across the Practice.
• Active observation of current working practices across the Practice in relation to infection control, cleanliness and related activities, ensuring that procedures are followed and weaknesses/training needs are identified, escalating issues as appropriate to the responsible person.
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process.
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge & skills and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes.
• Monitoring Practice facilities and equipment in relation to infection control, ensuring that proper use is made of hand-cleansing facilities, wipes etc, and that these are sufficient to ensure a good clinical working environment. Lack of facilities to be escalated as appropriate to the responsible manager.
• Safe management of sharps use, storage and disposal.
• Maintenance of own clean working environment.
• Use appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean, sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial/corrective action where needed or escalate to a responsible manager.
• Actively identify, report and correct health & safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised.
• Keep own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards/risks in relation to other work areas within the business and assume responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers.
• Undertake periodic infection control training.
• Correct waste and instrument management, including handling, segregation and container use.
• Maintenance of sterile environments.
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children..

Equality and diversity:

• Act 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.
• Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
• Behave 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:

In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for PREP are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, with such training to include:

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

Quality:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
• 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:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP - MBBS (or equivalent)
• MRCGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development

Desirable

• Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Experience of medicines management
• General understanding of the GMS/PMS contract

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Effective time management
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

Desirable

• Experience of using EMIS clinical system
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Experience with audit

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

Leven & Beeford Medical Practice

Address

29 High Stile

Leven

Beverley

HU17 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description and expectations can be discussed in depth at the interview. The ideal candidate will be a General Practitioner registered with the GMC. You will also be on the NHS Performers list. Experience within a Primary Care setting would be ideal but not essential. You will be confident in your ability to complete face to face consultations, telephone consultations and home visits. Having clear and effective communication will come naturally to you whilst you support your colleagues in the delivery of an outstanding patient experience. Having evidence of delivering a high level of care to your patients will be vital in supporting the business in achieving its objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the GMC On the NHS Performers List Be able to work autonomously as a GP Be able to work with a team of likeminded professionals

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

Dr Imran Ismail and Partners T/A Marston Forest Healthcare

Address

59 Bedford Road

Marston Moretaine

Beds

MK43 0LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

Develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes.

Managing patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions, providing subject matter expert advice.

Implementing and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for chronic disease patients.

Identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to the patients health.

Providing advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF.

Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children.

Request and collect Pathological Specimens. Upon receipt, to process and interpret pathology ad other test results as required.

Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation ensuring that SNOMED CT codes are used effectively

Maintain chronic disease registers and implement and embed an effective call/recall system

Develop, implement and embed well woman and well man clinics

Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately

Chaperone patients where necessary

Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

Be an extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance

Support in the provision of vaccination programmes for both adults and children

Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required

Contribute to practice targets (QOF, etc.), complying with local and regional guidance

Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients, etc.)

Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and that the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)

Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately

Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Supporting the lead on Infection Prevention and Control

Involvement in Practice Audits and QOF

Develop Practice administrative and clinical protocols in line with the needs of the patient and current legislation.

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience in General Practice
• Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Masters degree required for qualification or degree for Advanced Practice Qualification
• Qualified Independent Nurse Prescriber and on the NMC register
• Evidence of working at an enhanced level, as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework
• Minor illness qualified

Desirable

• Qualified Triage Nurse
• Teaching Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Competent in Advanced nursing duties required for the post
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable understanding and knowledge of health and safety and infection control requirements
• Competent IT skills

Desirable

• Experience of EMIS Web clinical system *

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Primary Care
• Experience of using Microsoft Office software
• Team player

Desirable

• Local experience within the area

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

Alrewas Surgery

Address

Exchange Road

Alrewas

Burton-on-trent

Staffordshire

DE13 7AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an integral part of the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) the post holder will support children, young people and theirfamilies to plan, deliver and evaluate interventions to support children and young people with complex difficulties and their families/carers. The post holder will carry a delegated caseload to support the patient/families with changes to their diet. They will be expected to liaise with a number of stakeholders and co-ordinate care. The post holder will support the work of registered dietitians as well as other clinicians in the multidisciplinary team and would be required towork within the British Dietetic Association (BDA) Professional Code of Conduct for dietetic assistants.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills

Experience

Essential

• Good general education - 5 GCSEs or equivalent
• Competence in written and spoken communication
• Experience of project work

Desirable

• Experience of working within health or education
• Experience of working 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.

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

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

St Cadocs Hospital

Lodge Road

Caerleon

NP183XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)