Job description

Job responsibilities

Please contact Kath Morgan, Practice Manager for more details and/ or an informal visit to discuss the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified and Registered GP

Experience

Essential

• Experience in GP setting is essential, and welcome applications from both experienced or newly qualified GP's.

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

Fforestfach Medical Centre

Ravenhill Road

Ravenhill

SWANSEA

SA5 5AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Experience of working with the general public

Excellent communication skills (written and oral)

Strong IT skills

Clear, polite telephone manner

Effective time management (Planning & Organising)

Ability to work as a team member and autonomously

Good interpersonal skills

Problem solving & analytical skills

Ability to follow policy and procedure

Polite and confident

Flexible and cooperative towards service needs

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
• GCSE Mathematics & English (C or above)

Desirable

• AMSPAR Receptionists Qualification
• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Experience of administrative duties
• Experience of working in a health care setting
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Competent in the use of EMIS

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the general public
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow policy and procedure
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours

Desirable

• Experience of administrative duties
• Experience of working in a health care setting
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS / Vision user 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).

Employer details

Employer name

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Whitchurch Medical Centre

Park Road Surgery

Whitchurch

CF14 7EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, 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 health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• Developing care plans in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
• 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
• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety, safeguarding
• 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 training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registration
• Inclusion on the NHS Medical Performers List
• Annual appraisal and revalidation, including training for appraisal [when appropriate]
• Willingness to undertake continuous personal development and ongoing mandatory training modules

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development MRCGP
• Experience of appraisal in practice or other healthcare setting
• Additional clinical skills beyond General Practice

Experience

Essential

• Chronic disease management
• Primary prevention and screening services
• Clinical Governance Delivery of QOF targets
• Self-audit and reflection Organised and efficient in record keeping and completion of paperwork
• Time management: being able to prioritise work and work under pressure
• Computer literacy including clinical system insight, Microsoft word and email use

Desirable

• Vision
• EMIS Web
• Docman
• Patient triage systems
• Service Development experience and knowledge

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Willingness to share and collaborate across entire primary health team - Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with multidisciplinary and multiagency teams
• Ability to work flexibly and with a facilitative approach
• Ability to recognise own limitations and act upon them appropriately
• Willingness to learn new skills and to problem solve on a daily basis
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
• Ability to work within the changing structures of the NHS and work to the requirements of other regulatory bodies
• Excellent communication skills, recognising peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and able to respond accordingly
• Ability to deal with sensitive information in a tactful way

Desirable

• Ability to input to strategic and practice development requirements
• Ability to challenge traditional models of working and to suggest improvements for change in a positive and inclusive manner

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

BARDOC

Address

The Medical Centre

Market Street

Whitworth

Rochdale

Lancashire

OL12 8QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description

For applicants that are interested we welcome an informal chat. Please contact [email protected] or call 02920005216

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• RN level 1
• Experience of working in Primary care nursing team
• Skills and competencies to include: -
• Cervical screening
• Immunisations child and adult
• Travel vaccinations
• Contraception reviews
• Knowledge and experience of Chronic disease reviews

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care
• Knowledge of the management of patients with long-term
• conditions

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN with current PIN number
• Practice Nurse experience
• Membership of a professional body e.g RCN / MDU

Desirable

• Post-basic Nursing qualification
• -ECDL or equivalent.
• -Professional knowledge acquired through training to diploma/degree level
• Appropriate training /experience in chronic disease management and other training as identified by their manager

Additional Criteria - ESSENTIAL

Essential

• Knowledge of accountability of own role in a nurse-led service
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Knowledge of patient group directions and associated policy
• Communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate difficult messages to patients and families
• Able to operate in a changing environment
• An effective team player-flexible, adaptable and versatile.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging circumstances.
• Flexible approach to working hours
• IT skills

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of the Primary care sector

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

North Cardiff Medical Centre

District Shopping Centre, Excalibur Drive

Thornhill

CARDIFF

CF14 9BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

To ensure that all statutory requirements outlined in the IntraHealth personnel procedures and policies are personally adhered to.

To be familiar with and conform to responsibilities under the Data Protection Act as identified by IntraHealth.

To undertake duties as necessary, in line with the changing needs of the company. To participate in the annual appraisal and knowledge and skills framework profiling process. Any necessary training will be provided.

Acts in a way that acknowledge individuals rights to make their own decision and recognise their responsibilities.

Facilitates others to identify their current level of knowledge and skills, their learning needs and best practice.

To support others in the development and application of knowledge and skills in practice

Identify resource issues which affect learning, development and performance and alerts the appropriate managers.

Communication

Delivering a quality service

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality 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 the team’s performance

· Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patient’s needs

· Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Overview

• Opening/closing premises.
• Preparing /organising rooms i.e. stock replenishment and ensuring an adequate supply of stationery is at hand for clinicians.
• Ensuring the reception area is tidy, safe and welcoming.
• Making appointments for health care professionals using the surgery premises.
• Dealing with External agencies – e.g. District Nurses, Health Visitors, secondary care, 3rd sector organisation and Primary Care Bodies.
• Greeting and directing patients on arrival and checking patients them into their appointments.
• Dealing with patient’s general/routine enquiries and requests.
• Answering telephones – receiving and forwarding messages.
• Making patient appointments and giving appointment cards.
• Registering new patients, temporary residents, emergency patients and those requiring immediate necessary treatment.
• Arranging appointments for medicals and other non-routine appointments.
• Ordering emergency ambulances and distribution of correct telephone number for routine ambulance bookings.
• Dealing with requests for home visits, taking accurate information and entering the information onto the medical system.
• Making and dealing telephone calls as required.
• Dealing with requests and handing out repeat medication prescriptions.
• Open and distribute internal & external Mail.
• Posting of letters and parcels.
• Taking specimen samples to collection point.
• Receive and action messages for internal and external members of staff
• Ensure information regarding any urgent or unresolved matters are passed to the appropriate person/line manager at the end of your working hours.
• Emptying pathology lab results bag.
• Date stamping results and appropriate filing of information.
• Filing of medical records, letters and test results.
• Ordering and sorting of the medical records and their maintenance (replacing worn out covers etc.) where necessary.
• Keeping all data on the medical system up-to-date.
• Recording and checking answering machine throughout the day.
• Entering patient information onto the computer in a timely and accurate manner.
• The handing out of letters, completed forms, completed passport applications, specimen bottles, self-certifications forms.
• Accepting requests for the completion of forms, e.g. hospital pre-admission drug check lists, private health insurance claim forms, passports, etc. (checking if there is a fee payable, informing the patient of the charge).
• Taking and receiving payments for services, e.g., insurance claims.
• Ensuring petty cash items are recorded on patient notes and entered correctly in the income or expenditure columns.
• Summarization of patient’s medical records on the medical system.
• Scanning documentation into the patients medical records.
• Utilising clerical and secretarial skills to ensure that letters/referrals/medical reports are undertaken in a timely manner (if required/applicable).
• Utilising Choose and Book (if required/applicable).
• Utilising ICE or other systems (if required/applicable).
• To assist with target led areas: QOF, KPI’s, DES, LES and NES etc.
• The handling of complaints in line with company procedure.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in an receptionist/administrative role

Desirable

• Experience working on Clinical Computer systems

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective communicator, with the ability to liaise appropriately at all levels
• Proficient in the use of computerised systems (Microsoft Word and Excel) to a level to enable the production of high standard of work
• Demonstrable team working skills
• Very good interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Process management
• Demonstrate an understanding of the data protection act and patient confidentiality, clinical and information governance and Caldicott requirements.

Attitudes

Essential

• Capacity to work calmly under pressure and to deadlines
• Conscientious
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter
• Flexible and proactive attitude
• Enthusiasm for the role
• Flexible approach to work, in line with the needs of the service such as evening or weekend working as necessary
• Able to work as part of a team

Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of general education or experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Intrahealth Ltd

Address

West Cornforth Medical Centre

Reading Street

West Cornforth

Ferryhill

County Durham

DL17 9LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting documents for the full Job Description outlining core responsibilities.

You will thrive in this role if you:

Are passionate about excellent patient care

Enjoy innovation and problem-solving

Are open to new ways of working in Primary Care

Want to influence and improve service delivery

Value teamwork, mentorship, and professional growth

If you are seeking a rewarding and career-advancing opportunity within a supportive, forward-thinking partnership, we would love to hear from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment Requirements

Vaccinations: Full Hep B history, titre levels/boosters, MMR and Varicella status required

Right to work: Proof of UK eligibility required at interview

References: Two references required, one from your current or most recent employer

Employment history: Please declare any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more

Performers List: Applicants must be eligible for inclusion

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Pleasant and supportive personality
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Smart appearance
• Resourceful
• Flexible & Adaptable approach to work including being available to provide cover as required

Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• CCST in Primary Care (UK)
• Eligible to work in the UK
• On the UK GP Performers List
• MRCGP (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence / access to a vehicle

Knowledge

Essential

• Eligible to practise independently as a GP in the UK
• Understanding of the GMS contract and QOF
• Awareness of GP commissioning and patient choice
• Understanding of multidisciplinary teams and ARRS roles
• Interest in medical education and/or GP training (desirable)
• An understanding of GP commissioning
• A good understanding of Patient Choice

Skills

Essential

• IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc) able to competently use all basic IT software.
• IT skills (Use of Clinical Systems) experienced in use of a primary care clinical software system, preferably SystmOne and other remote consultation technology.
• IT skills (systems and software) able to independently problem solve to enable effective remote working and minimise disruption to working day.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Time 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.

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

Modality Partnership

Address

St. Johns Medical Centre

High Street

Walsall Wood

WALSALL

WS9 9LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing level.

Effective management of long term conditions.

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance.

Work as a team member with all relevant providers of primary and community care services.

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidelines.

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

Support the management team in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure.

Provide emergency locum cover in unforeseen/exceptional circumstances in negotiation with the management team.

Work in accordance with practice policies and procedures and assist in their development.

Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times.

Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

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

Contribution to QOF and any local or direct enhanced services which the Practice has signed up for.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of methods of developing clinical quality assurance and evidence based practice
• Evidence of up to date knowledge and skills
• Evidence of ability to maintain and monitor high standards of care
• Evidence of professional development and knowledge
• Evidence of ability to direct and co-ordinate programmes of care working autonomously and collaboratively
• Excellent Computer Skills

Desirable

• Basic IT skills
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• SystmOne

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• Inclusion in the GMC Register
• On the PCSE Medical Performers List
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP 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

Knightsbridge Medical Centre

Address

Pavilion Road

London

SW1X 0ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work with the staff based within the surgeries and administrative staff from Invicta Health to ensure patients receives the highest possible standards of care.
• To work with other health and social care providers to ensure an appropriately safe and integrated service.
• To engage with local and national initiatives and strategies to improve and co-ordinate better and more sustainable Health care provision.

Main Duties

• Provide comprehensive assessment, advice, and treatment for the registered practice population.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of consultations using the EMIS clinical systems.
• To coordinate and direct the delivery of care by the clinical team on a day to day basis.
• To provide clinical support to other members of staff, both clinical and administrative, in achieving the highest possible standards of care and QOF and Enhanced Services targets.
• Prescribe according to national and local evidence-based guidelines.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003
• Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983
• Qualified General Practitioner (completed certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Currently on a performers list and not suspended from that list or from the medical register
• Vocational Training certificate or certificate/experience of equivalence

Experience

Essential

• Experience In practice as a General Practitioner/Locum Practitioner
• An up to date understanding of modern primary care and its delivery in an urgent care and community setting
• Understands the NHS and its clinical environment
• Able to manage common medical, surgical, and psychiatric emergencies
• Ability to make the appropriate referral for further management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Invicta Health CIC

Address

Birchington Medical Centre

Minnis Road

Birchington

Kent

CT7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

• In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/herself available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations, visiting patients at home and in nursing homes, 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 health care workers within the organisation

• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

• 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

• Developing 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

• Providing counselling and health education

• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

• Ensuring appropriate follow up of patients

• Recording clear and contemporaneous computerised 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 generically whenever appropriately and in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary, NICE guidance and Good Prescribing Practice (as defined by British National Formulary guidance)

• Working with and support other members of the primary health care team in delivering high quality primary care

• Promoting the application of standards and codes of Practice set by the Royal College of General Practice, General Medical Council, Department of Health, and local NHS trust

• Participate in the practice achieving agreed QOF and other key performance indicator targets as required.

• Take responsibility for targets and services allocated, such as a QOF, Enhanced Services, Commissioning, and CQC as required.

• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other Responsibilities within the Organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety

• Commitment and contribution to achievement of the highest possible quality standards such as the QOF and other agreed Key Performance Indicator targets as required.

• A commitment to life-long learning and evidence-based best practice

• Champion Parkside's Motto, Values and Ethos in all activities

• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the Organisation

• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data

• Attendance at regular in-house governance and educational meetings and training as well as events at other agencies as appropriate

• Assistance with the training of other staff members and also with the education of doctors and nurses as appropriate

• Contribution to research studies and involvement as required

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

• As a doctor you will have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential

• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & Safety

The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

• Using 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

• Providing advice on the correct and safe management of the specimens process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and 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 or individual infectious circumstances)

• Hand hygiene standards for self and others

• Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure

• Management 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 GP partners

• 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 and 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 GP partners

• Safe management of sharps use, storage and disposal

• Maintenance of own clean working environment

• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed

• Actively identifying, reporting, and correcting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised

• Keeping 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 assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with the GP partners

• Undertaking 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:

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

• 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 nonjudgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development:

The post holder will maintain continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for appraisal and revalidation are met. This may include training needed for areas of practice development.

This should include:

• 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:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality 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 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 recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

• 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

• The successful candidate must possess and maintain the following qualifications and professional registrations to practice legally and safely in the UK:
• Medical Degree: Full primary medical qualification (MBChB, MBBS, or equivalent) recognized by the General Medical Council (GMC).
• GMC Registration: Full and current registration with the GMC with a license to practice.
• GP Register: Inclusion on the GMC General Practitioner Register.
• Performers List: Inclusion on the National Performers List (England) before commencing employment.
• Postgraduate Qualification: Certification of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice, or equivalent, with MRCGP qualification (or equivalent assessment).
• Clearance: Satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Parkside Medical Centre

Address

187 Northmoor Road

Manchester

M12 5RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing appointment requests (in person, by phone, and online)

• Handling prescription requests

• Giving out test results as directed by clinicians

• Managing home visit requests

• Answering patient queries and providing general assistance

• Filing and maintaining medical records accurately

• Performing a range of other administrative and reception duties as required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Good telephone manner
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Experience of working in general practice but full training will be given

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

Gladstone Road Surgery

Address

Chess Medical Centre

260-290 Berkhampsted Road

Chesham

HP5 3EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• In accordance to the practice timetable, the post-holder will make themself available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, home visits, 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.
• Assessing the heathcare needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnoses problems.
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• In consultations with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health.
• Providing counselling and health education
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Collecting data for audit purposes
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary whenever this is clinically appropriate.
• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Person Specification

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
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit

Desirable

• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives
• EMIS web
• General understanding of the GMS contract
• Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

St. Martin’s Gate Surgery

Address

Turnpike House Medical Centre

37 Newtown Road

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Role:

We are seeking a receptionist/administerator for a fixed term period- 19.10.2026 to 4.11.2026 to help with flu vaccination clinics and data entry.

Responsibilities:- Greet and welcome visitors in a professional and friendly manner- Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently- Maintain a clean and organized reception area

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - High school diploma or equivalent required
• - Proven experience in an administrative or clerical role preferred
• - Proficient in using computerized systems for data entry and record keeping

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a healthcare setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in a primary care

Employer details

Employer name

Ridge Green Medical Centre

Address

Ridge Green Medical Centre

Ramleaze Drive

Swindon

Wiltshire

SN5 5PX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Health Inequalities Project Lead will work on behalf of One Northern Devon as part of the wider Partnerships team, supporting the delivery of the One Northern Devon reducing health inequalities strategy.

The role will focus on the following:

• Leading on developing project plans and objectives in line with scope and budget to meet the needs of the organisations and programme.
• Employing a variety of project related tools, techniques and best practice methodologies.
• Employing business and data analysis techniques to support project objectives.
• Interpreting data and highlight variation to support open discussion about where variation is and is not warranted.
• Effectively present and communicate data.
• Setting up, coordinate and facilitate meetings, workshops and events.
• Taking minutes, creating action plans and follow up on actions.
• Documenting and tracking the benefits to be realised during and after project implementation, ensuring project delivery is focused on benefits realisation.
• Writing project reports, including updates and outcomes of completed project.
• Completing and managing the application processes for grant funding bids.
• Maximising stakeholder engagement opportunities in the course of project activities.
• Building and maintaining relationships with VCSE.
• Reporting of risks and issues in line with the Partnership risk and issue process.
• Ensuring and promoting use of programme governance structures and processes to support project activity and provide a high level of assurance to the organisations.

• Having a good understanding of the broader drivers that contribute to health inequalities within the North Devon population and use this knowledge, along with the use of data management, to support the improvement of health outcomes.
• Communicating Health Inequalities strategy including Closing the Gap and Core20PLUS5 to stakeholders.
• Having an understanding of wider policy frameworks such as Neighbourhood Health and impacts on health inequalities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of project/change management
• Knowledge of Quality Improvement tools or a willingness to engage in the Quality Improvement training offers available to support the Digital and Transformation Lead role
• Experience of producing agendas and minutes for meetings
• Report writing

Desirable

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a health care setting
• Experience of leading multidisciplinary teams
• Experience of workforce planning
• Writing funding bids
• NHS/Primary Care General Practice experience
• VCSE experience
• High knowledge of Data Protection Regulations/GDPR

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills
• Degree/Leadership and/or Management Qualification or proven leadership experience
• Project management qualification, such as PRINCE or project management equivalent experience

Other Requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Maintains confidentiality at all times

Desirable

• Car driver and use of own vehicle

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presenting)
• Strong IT skills (generic)
• Excellent leadership skills
• Strategic thinker
• Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Proven problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to develop, implement and embed policy and procedure
• Ability to motivate and train staff

Desirable

• SystmOne use

Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Motivated and proactive
• Ability to use initiative and judgement
• Forward thinker with a solutions focused approach
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Confident, assertive and resilient
• Ability to drive and deliver change effectively
• Ability to motivate teams, enhance morale and maintain a positive working environment, including team building session

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

Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network

Address

c/o Litchdon Medical Centre

Landkey Road

Barnstaple

EX32 9LL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for undertaking a wide range of secretarial and administrative duties and the provision of administrative support to the multidisciplinary team. Duties can include but are not limited to, the processing of information (electronic and hard copy) in a timely manner, liaising with multidisciplinary team members and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers in accordance with current policies, including the use of the electronic referral service (ERS).

The following are the core responsibilities of the medical secretary. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Process and typing letters, reports and associated documentation as required

b. Liaising with external agencies such as hospitals and community services, ensuring referrals are processed efficiently

c. Manage all enquires in an effective manner

d. Maintain an accurate referrals database

e. Emailing letters and referrals as required

f. Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records

g. Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary

h. Process referrals using the electronic referral system (ERS)

i. Create, check and action advice and guidance requests via ERS

j. Process requests for information i.e. SAR, insurance, solicitors letters, iGPR and DVLA forms

k. Answer phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately

l. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times

m. Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• RSA or similar typing /audio typing stage 2

Experience

Essential

• Secreterial and administrative experience in an employed, voluntary or training capacity
• Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment and work ethic via activities undertaken either paid or unpaid

Desirable

• Secretarial/administrative role within Primary Care or NHS, Public Sector Setting

Skills

Essential

• Excellent keyboard skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Demonstrates an interest in service provision for patients and a passion for the NHS and patient care
• Flexible and able to work within a demanding and challenging environment
• Demonstrate good verbal skills
• Demonstrate good written skills
• Ability to act on own initiative and as part of a team
• Prepared to be flexible and willing where possible to cover for team members on leave and on holiday
• Working knowledge of confidentiality and role this plays in health settings

Desirable

• Demonstrate willingness to improve and develop in role

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

Rowcroft Medical Centre

Address

Rowcroft Retreat

Stroud

Gloucestershire

GL5 3BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY:

To ensure patient information is added to the patient record from appropriate sources and coded accurately.

To ensure, safe, accurate and timely processing of prescriptions to patients according to the practice protocols.

To facilitate patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional to best meet their needs in a courteous, efficient, and effective way, projecting a positive and friendly image of Honiton Surgery.

Provide support to Doctors, Practice Manager, Operations Manager, Finance Manager, and other staff in the pursuit of their duties.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Scanning of electronic and paper documents utilising the SystmOne Clinical System and to accurately code to patient records according to Surgery protocols.

To process repeat prescriptions, ensuring safe, accurate and timely supply of prescribed medication to our patients. Undertaking medicines reconciliation in accordance with the practice protocols and to update patients medical records and prescriptions accordingly.

Maintain effective liaison with practice staff and outside agencies concerned with patient care with appropriate regard to confidentiality.

To provide administrative support to Clinicians and colleagues in the workflow team.

Care navigate patients requests using the correct guidelines to ensure all requests are dealt with according to Surgery protocols and in accordance with the patients needs.

Processing electronic requests to facilitate booking appointments and directing patients to the appropriate healthcare professional.

To contribute to initiatives that help the practice to achieve its targets in the Quality Outcomes Framework, PCN, DES and IIF.

Communicate with patients, colleagues and outside agencies using face-to-face, telephone or electronic methods in a professional manner referring to the appropriate GP in accordance with practice protocols.

Respond to patients in a professional, courteous manner.

Contact patients and book appointments if needed using a variety of means on behalf of Honiton Surgery.

Undertake training as directed by Management and attend team meetings as required, keeping up to date with mandatory training, practice policies, emails and surgery intranet.

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, surgery staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the surgery 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 surgery may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the surgery policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

HEALTH & SAFETY:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the surgery Health & Safety Policy, the surgery Health & Safety Manual, and the surgery Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Surgery 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.
• Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised.
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role.
• Undertaking periodic infection control training, minimum annually.
• Reporting potential risks identified.

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY:

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

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Surgery 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:

The post-holder will participate in any training program implemented by the Surgery as part of this employment, 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:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the surgery, 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 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.
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers.
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

CONTRIBUTION TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SERVICES:

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

For full details of how we manage and protect your data, please refer to our Privacy Notice available on our website: www.honitonsurgery.nhs.net.

Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest it may be necessary to close the vacancy early. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Important: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Person Specification

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Must have excellent communication skills including a professional telephone manner
• Strong IT skills including use of email and MS packages
• PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
• Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise appropriately
• Smart in appearance
• Maintain a positive approach
• Good sense of humour
• High energy levels
• Concise
• Practical
• Confident
• Resilient
• Consistent
• Willingness to accept change
• Caring nature and interest in the Health Sector

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 12-months experience in a similar role in General Practice or healthcare setting

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne or equivalent

Employer details

Employer name

Honiton Surgery

Address

Marlpits Lane

Honiton

Devon

EX14 2NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are successfully recruited to this position we will agree with you a work plan which will be in line with the standard BMA contract.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Medical Degree
• Full GMC Registration
• Entry on the national Performers List as a General Practitioner

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

Aspiro Healthcare

Address

Woodsend Medical Centre

School Place

Corby

Northamptonshire

NN18 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Process incoming electronic and paper clinical correspondence, including hospital letters, discharge summaries, clinic reports, diagnostic results and other healthcare communications.
• Review and accurately record relevant information within patient records using the practice clinical system.
• Apply appropriate SNOMED and administrative coding in accordance with practice policies and procedures.
• Forward documents requiring review, action or follow-up to the appropriate clinician, team or department.
• Monitor workflow queues and ensure all documents and associated actions are processed within agreed timescales.
• Maintain effective filing and document management processes to ensure patient records remain accurate, complete and up to date.
• Assist with the summarising of patient records and the extraction of relevant clinical information where appropriately trained and required by the practice.
• Communicate effectively with patients, clinicians, administrative colleagues and external healthcare organisations using face-to-face, telephone or digital methods in a professional manner and in accordance with practice protocols.
• Contribute to initiatives that support the achievement of Quality Outcomes Framework (QOF), Primary Care Network (PCN), Directed Enhanced Service (DES) and other contractual or quality improvement objectives.
• Provide administrative support across other practice functions, including prescription administration, appointment management and patient enquiries, where required and appropriately trained.

Experience

• Proven experience in document management or administrative roles with a focus on coding or data analysis.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using Systmone
• Exceptional communication skills in English, both written and verbal, to facilitate clear information exchange.
• Solid organisational skills with attention to detail to maintain accurate records and streamline workflows.
• Background in IT or related fields is advantageous for understanding technical systems involved in document processing.

Embark on a rewarding career where your meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach will make a tangible impact! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values your growth, offers ongoing development opportunities, and recognizes your contributions every step of the way.

For full details of how we manage and protect your data, please refer to our Privacy Notice available on our website: www.honitonsurgery.nhs.net.

Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest it may be necessary to close the vacancy early. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Important: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• - Proven experience in document management or administrative roles with a focus on coding or data analysis.
• - Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using Systmone
• -Exceptional communication skills in English, both written and verbal, to facilitate clear information exchange.
• - Solid organisational skills with attention to detail to maintain accurate records and streamline workflows.
• -Background in IT or related fields is advantageous for understanding technical systems involved in document processing.

Desirable

• - Experience working in a GP practice

Employer details

Employer name

Honiton Surgery

Address

Marlpits Lane

Honiton

Devon

EX14 2NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Salaried GP, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care to our registered population, working collaboratively within our multidisciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering face-to-face, telephone consultations.
• Assessing, diagnosing and managing acute and long-term conditions.
• Prescribing safely in line with local and national guidance.
• Managing referrals, results, prescriptions and clinical correspondence.
• Participating in the duty doctor/triage rota as required.
• Maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS Web.
• Working collaboratively with the wider practice and PCN teams to deliver high-quality care.
• Contributing to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and significant event reviews.

Person Specification

Work status

Essential

• Eligible to work in the UK.

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS, MBChB or equivalent primary medical qualification.
• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise.
• Included on the NHS England Medical Performers List (or eligible for inclusion).
• MRCGP (or equivalent qualification).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Grove House Practice

Address

St Pauls Health Centre

High Street

Runcorn

Cheshire

WA7 1AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description attached as an additional document for all the details and requirements for the role

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant management experience within NHS Primary Care, General Practice, a Primary Care Network or a closely related healthcare environment.
• Demonstrable experience of operational or business management.
• Experience of managing, supervising or coordinating staff and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience of workforce planning, recruitment and staff development.
• Experience of developing and implementing effective administrative and operational systems.
• Experience of financial monitoring, budget management or financial planning.
• Experience of performance monitoring, reporting and service improvement.
• Experience of managing projects, change or service-development initiatives.
• Experience of working effectively with a range of senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience of using technology and data to support service delivery, operational improvement or
• performance management

Desirable

• revious experience as a PCN Business Manager, Practice Manager, Deputy Practice Manager or equivalent senior NHS primary care management role.
• Experience of managing or coordinating Enhanced Access, extended access or a comparable primary care service.
• Experience of PCN finance and contractual arrangements.
• Detailed experience of ARRS workforce and funding arrangements.
• Knowledge of QOF, enhanced services and NHS commissioning arrangements.
• Formal project-management or change-management experience.
• Experience of working directly with ICBs, commissioners or wider health and care partners.
• Experience of population health management and the use of primary care data to support service planning.
• Experience of digital transformation or technology-led service improvement within primary care.
• Relevant management, business, HR, finance or leadership qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

King’s College London NHS Health Centre

Address

Westminster Living Well

Bush House, 3rd Floor SE Wing

300 Strand

London

WC2B 4PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To process all relevant prescriptions as authorised by GPs and prescribing nurses where appropriate, in accordance with the principles of good practice.

To assist in the preparation of all aspects of dispensing, stock control, ordering and re-stocking of the dispensary

Job responsibilities-

To ensure that all medicines and appliances dispensed are checked against the prescription and whenever there is doubt about the appropriateness of the item, or about the dose or labelling instructions to check with the authorising doctor or duty doctor.

To collect all due prescription charges and ensure that the patient declaration on the reverse of the FP10 is duly filled in and signed by the patient.

To ensure that all monies received or handled on behalf of the practice are appropriately stored and banked, and a record kept of all financial transactions.

To promptly forward all invoices and dispensary related correspondence to the practice manager or dispensary manager according to practice policy.

To operate efficient stock control appropriate to the needs of the practice, with the objective of ensuring continuity of supply for patients and minimising wastage through out of date stock.

To ensure that drugs are stored in an appropriate manner in accordance with the accompanying instructions.

To ensure that shelves and all work surfaces are regularly cleaned to maintain a high level of hygiene within the dispensary and that all dispensary equipment is kept clean and is in good working order.

To take prompt action in response to any drug alert bulletins that may be received from time to time.

To ensure that refrigerated items are stored at the appropriate temperature and to maintain a temperature control record/logbook.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grades A-C or equivalent

Desirable

• A Levels
• NVQ 2 Pharmacy Services or equivalent qualification
• Dispensary - pharmacy experience

Experience

Essential

• Dealing with members of the public both in person and on the telephone.
• Comfortable with using Computer.
• Working in an office environment

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a GP practice environment.
• Use of SystmOne system - clinical system
• Dispensary - pharmacy experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Apples Medical Centre

Address

East Mill Lane

Sherborne

Dorset

DT9 3DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Dispenses medication for patients registered to our practice only. This involves, labelling, picking, checking, bagging and handing out prescriptions to patients in line with the SOPs.

Maintains records of medications received and issued and orders new stock, and ensures products are stored appropriately.

Processes medication requests

Ensures dispensary tasks and emails are processed in a timely manner

Carries out end of day prescription counting

Handles patient telephone queries related to the dispensary

Disposal of returned unused medicines in accordance with Practice policies.

Ensure all controlled drugs are secure in the controlled drug safe and controlled drug record is accurately maintained and that stock levels are correct to the records.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Pharmacy Dispenser: 2 years (required)

Desirable

• Worked in a dispensing GP practice

Experience

Essential

• responsible, accurate and methodical
• able to pay attention to detail
• able to read and carry out instructions
• to be interested in peoples health
• able to explain clearly to members of the public
• excellent communication, customer service, IT and manual skills.
• To ensure confidentiality and GDPR regulations are adhered to
• Level 2 NVQ Dispensary

Qualifications

Essential

• Pharmacy Dispenser: 2 years (required)

Desirable

• NVQ level 2/3

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

Alvaston Medical Centre

Address

14 Boulton Lane

Alvaston

Derby

Derbyshire

DE24 0GE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As part of a primary care-based neurodevelopmental conditions service, the postholder will act as a key member of the multidisciplinary team supporting adults within the autism and neurodevelopmental pathway. They will be the first point of contact in primary care, offering advice and support to adults who may be experiencing challenges associated with neurodevelopmental conditions or who are seeking assessment and support.

The postholder will undertake needs-led stratification assessments to identify individual needs, supporting patients to access appropriate advice, guidance and education relating to autism and neurodevelopmental differences, and outlining possible intervention and support options. Under appropriate supervision, they will also undertake annual reviews, including physical health checks and discussions around ongoing needs, wellbeing and support strategies (training will be provided).

They will be responsible for completing accurate clinical and administrative records in line with service requirements.

• To receive, screen, triage, stratify and stream patient referrals within the autism and neurodevelopmental pathway
• To conduct face-to-face and occasionally remote clinical appointments
• To undertake comprehensive needs-led assessments in line with best practice and service models
• To provide evidence-based education, advice and guidance to support patients in understanding and managing their needs
• To manage a defined caseload of patients, working alongside other professionals, agencies and carers as required
• To undertake annual reviews under supervision, discussion of support needs, and liaison with GPs and wider services where appropriate
• To provide a holistic and empathetic approach to care, considering both physical and mental health needs, and ensuring appropriate signposting and referrals
• To complete clear, accurate and timely clinical records and documentation, including recommendations for ongoing support or referral
• To support and understand the patient journey from referral through assessment and ongoing care within the primary care service model
• To work collaboratively across general practice, PCN services and secondary care through effective communication with professionals
• To maintain and utilise up-to-date digital and web-based resources relevant to autism and neurodevelopmental conditions
• To remain up to date with current evidence, research and developments in autism, neurodiversity and mental health
• To work autonomously within agreed protocols and under clinical supervision
• To coordinate and arrange appropriate investigations, including consideration of wider physical health needs within the community

• To ensure all actions contribute to the delivery of a high-quality service

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• -Experience working directly with individuals with mental health, learning or behavioural needs
• E-xperience of coaching, mentoring or structured supportive interventions
• -Experience of maintaining clinical records and working autonomously under supervision
• -Experience working in a community health, education or third sector setting
• -Experience of managing a caseload and care coordination

Desirable

• -Experience or familiarity with Autism or neurodevelopmental conditions
• -Experience using primary care systems (e.g. EMIS)
• -Experience within an NHS or Primary Care Network environment

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• -Ability to work independently within defined policies and procedures, with clinical supervision from line management
• -Ability to effectively engage with neurodiverse individuals, assess needs and risk, and support appropriate interventions and outcomes
• -Strong coaching and communication skills to support understanding, motivation and collaborative decision-making
• -Extensive knowledge and understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions
• -Knowledge of common mental health conditions
• -Confidence in managing sensitive or challenging conversations with patients
• -Ability to produce clear clinical documentation, including appointment notes, data entry and correspondence
• -High level verbal and written communication skills, including working in emotionally sensitive contexts
• -Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond to changing and unexpected demands
• -Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• -Ability to work independently, prioritise workload and adapt to changing priorities
• -Understanding of evidence-based practice and clinical governance
• -Knowledge of general administrative processes
• -Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office

Desirable

• -Knowledge of administrative processes within a primary care setting
• -Awareness of current NHS and wider health and social care policy and priorities

Qualifications

Essential

• -A degree in Psychology, Health, Social Care or a related field, or equivalent experience supported by formal qualifications (minimum Level 3) and substantial experience in neurodevelopmental conditions, mental health, or primary care settings. Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to the role.

Desirable

• Professional registration (e.g. NMC, HCPC, BACP 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Healthier South Wirral

Address

Parkfield Medical Centre

Sefton Road

Wirral

Merseyside

CH62 5HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Role includes

To take clinical responsibility for registered patients and maintain appropriate records of treatment given and NHS services provided

Undertake a variety of consultations including face to face, telephone triage, telephone consultations and home visits as well as participating in the on call Rota Ensure appropriate referrals are made in a timely and efficient manner, optimising the use of Choose and Book to facilitate patient choice and access

Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems; assessing the health needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

Record clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards; ensuring accurate notes of all patient contact and consultations, in line with any IM&T protocols

Prescribe safe and effective medicines management which conforms to CCG formulary, NICE guidance and DH directives operating safe management and regular review for all patients receiving repeat prescriptions

About you

You will be -

A fully qualified GP on the GMC GP Register, with MRCGP or equivalent

Eligible to work in the UK and on the NHS Performers List or eligible to join it

Committed to high standards of patient care and clinical governance

A team player with excellent communication and leadership skills

Interested in teaching and supporting learners - experience is welcome but not essential

Newly qualified GPs and those stepping up from a salaried or locum role are very welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant Qualifications GMC registered Performers list registration
• Experience of working as a GP in a primary care/community setting

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Beverley Medical Centre

Address

Pighill Lane

Beverley

HU17 7JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Practice Nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

To be instrumental in the support of the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) lead and to work to the IPC requirements by providing audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the practice manager.

To support in the publication of the IPC annual statement in conjunction with the practice manager

To develop, implement and embed an effective care management programme for the frail and housebound patients registered at the practice

To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice

To develop, implement and embed health promotion and wellbeing programmes

To implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients that promote health and wellbeing

To identify, manage and support patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health

As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF

As required, to diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions

Provide wound care (ulcer/Doppler, etc.) to patients

To review patient medications to enhance compliance

To provide guidance to patients in the use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications regarding side effects and dosages

To co-ordinate the provision of travel medicine services

To request pathology services and process pathology results as required

To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required

To maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation

To ensure SNOMED CT codes are used effectively by all members of the nursing team

To ensure the appropriate maintenance and use of chronic disease registers

To develop, implement, embed and participate in well woman clinics

To develop, implement, embed and participate in well man clinics

To ensure compliance with the practice chaperone policy

To assist GPs with minor surgery when required

To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately

To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies

To recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs

To implement vaccination programmes for adults and children

To support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over-the-counter medicines (within own scope of practice)

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

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

To support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies

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

To deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience
• Can demonstrate a board and sound knowledge of complex and long-term condition management in primary care.
• Has experience in one of the following:
• Primary care / GP practice
• Emergency Care Centres
• Out of hours facilities / Walk In Centre

Desirable

• Desirable
• Experience of SystmOne

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications
• Essential
• Registered Adult nurse on the NMC register.
• Practice nurse qualification or accredited long term condition modules

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

Peartree Medical Centre

Address

159 Pear Tree Road

Derby

DE23 8NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Medical Secretarial Duties

• Provide secretarial support to GPs, nurses, and the management team.
• Monitor referral processes and support the tracking of patient appointments and outcomes.
• Liaise with hospitals, community services, external agencies, and patients regarding appointments, referrals, and queries.
• Assist with meeting administration, including preparation of
• Undertake general secretarial duties to support the efficient running of the practice.

Reception Duties

• Greet patients and visitors in a professional, courteous and confidential manner.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and deal with enquiries appropriately.
• Book, amend and cancel appointments in accordance with practice procedures.
• Signpost patients to the most appropriate healthcare professional or service.
• Manage patient requests and ensure information is recorded accurately.
• Register new patients and update patient demographic information.
• Process repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice procedures.
• Handle patient enquiries regarding test results, referrals and general practice services.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate electronic patient records.
• Scan, file and retrieve documents as required.
• Support administrative projects and audits.
• Participate in administrative cover arrangements during staff absence.

Docman Workflow Management

• Process incoming correspondence received electronically through Docman.
• Identify urgent or clinically significant correspondence and escalate promptly to the appropriate clinician.
• Ensure documents are coded, filed and actioned in accordance with practice procedures.

• General Responsibilities

• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Comply with GDPR, Information Governance requirements and practice policies.
• Follow all safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately.
• Comply with health and safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development.
• Attend team meetings and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the practice.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience of working in a secretarial or medical secretarial role.
• Experience of administration and data entry.
• Experience using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice, healthcare setting or customer-facing environment.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.

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

Waterloo Medical Centre

Address

Waterloo Medical Centre

178 Waterloo Road

Blackpool

Lancashire

FY4 3AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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