Care Navigator

The Arch Medical Practice

The closing date is 13 May 2025

Job summary

We're looking for two part time friendly, proactive Care Navigators to be the welcoming face of our practice and the vital first point of contact for our diverse patient community. In this role, youll support patients in accessing the right care at the right time, working closely with our clinical and admin teams to help deliver high-quality, compassionate services.

If you're passionate about people, love solving problems, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, wed love to hear from you. In return, we offer a supportive team, opportunities for training and progression, fantastic staff incentives and the chance to make a real difference every day.

Main duties of the job

Act as the first point of contact for patients, both in person and over the phone, providing a welcoming and professional service

Signpost patients to the most appropriate service or healthcare professional, using practice protocols and clinical triage systems

Manage appointment bookings, cancellations, and queries using the practices clinical system

Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other team members to ensure smooth coordination of patient care

Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism

Support patients in navigating health and community services, promoting self-care where appropriate

Help maintain accurate patient records and contribute to the efficient running of the reception and admin functions

About us

The Arch Medical Practice is a large, well-established GP surgery located in Hulme, just a short distance from Manchester City Centre. Were proud to serve a diverse community and are committed to delivering excellent, inclusive, and compassionate healthcare.

Our team includes experienced GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, clinical pharmacists, care coordinators, mental health workers, and a dedicated admin and reception team. We work closely together in a supportive, friendly, and collaborative environment where everyones contribution is valued.

The atmosphere at the practice is welcoming we believe in pulling together as a team, supporting one another through challenges, and celebrating our successes. Our culture is built on respect, teamwork, and a shared passion for delivering high-quality care.

What we offer:

  • A warm, inclusive, and supportive team environment

  • Flexible working options to support worklife balance

  • Regular team meetings and wellbeing check-ins

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

  • A modern, purpose-built building with great facilities

  • Staff social events and team-building activities

  • The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in our community

Whether youre just starting out or bringing valuable experience, youll be welcomed, supported, and encouraged to thrive at The Arch Medical Practice.

Date posted

29 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

A1545-25-0001

Job locations

175 Royce Road

Hulme

Manchester

M15 5TJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Care Navigator. 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. Maintain and monitor the practice appointment system

b. Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments

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

d. Signpost patients to the correct service

e. Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies

f. Code data on the clinical IT system

g. Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as required

h. Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary

i. Direct requests for information, i.e., SAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms to the administrative team

j. Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner

k. Carry out system searches as requested

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

m. Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards

n. Support all clinical staff with general tasks as requested

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Care Navigator. 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. Maintain and monitor the practice appointment system

b. Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments

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

d. Signpost patients to the correct service

e. Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies

f. Code data on the clinical IT system

g. Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as required

h. Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary

i. Direct requests for information, i.e., SAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms to the administrative team

j. Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner

k. Carry out system searches as requested

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

m. Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards

n. Support all clinical staff with general tasks as requested

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

  • GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
  • Qualified in Phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of dealing with the general public

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care
  • Experience of working in a GP practice
Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

  • GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
  • Qualified in Phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of dealing with the general public

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care
  • 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Arch Medical Practice

Address

175 Royce Road

Hulme

Manchester

M15 5TJ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Arch Medical Practice

Address

175 Royce Road

Hulme

Manchester

M15 5TJ


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Business Manager

Lesley Hyde

gmicb-mh.archmedicalpractice@nhs.net

01612260606

Date posted

29 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

A1545-25-0001

Job locations

175 Royce Road

Hulme

Manchester

M15 5TJ


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