Practice Manager

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our well-established and highly regarded medical practice is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking manager to support our commitment to delivering exceptional general practice services. This role presents an exciting opportunity to join our large training practice which prides itself in combining innovation with the traditional values of patient-centred family medicine.

The ideal candidate would be an experienced manager with strong HR and business acumen who can drive positive change and growth whilst collaborating closely with our experienced and dedicated practice team. Our practice, which comprises seven partners, has a history of exceptional doctor retention, with many practitioners having spent their entire careers with us. Situated in a purpose-built health centre in Blackburn, we also operate a branch surgery at Mellor Surgery within the Ribble Valley.

As the practice manager, you will take the lead in overseeing the overall running of the practice, including HR management for all practice staff.You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations and managing the business aspects of the practice, with the support of a Reception Manager and the Executive Partner. Staying informed about local and national healthcare initiatives and maximizing the practice's potential will be central to your responsibilities.

Overall, the practice manager role presents an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the delivery of healthcare services, supporting the practice in providing high-quality, patient-centred care while ensuring its long-term sustainability and success. If you are a dedicated and experienced manager with a passion for healthcare, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success of our esteemed medical practice.

For further information please contact: Angela Newman, Practice Manager. 01254 915823

Closing Date for applications: Friday 19th January 2024

Projected interview date: Wednesday 31st January 2024

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Leadership and/or Management Qualification

Desirable

• AMSPAR Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experienced manager with strong HR skills and business acumen.
• Ability to drive positive change and growth whilst collaborating closely with the practice team.
• Experience of managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presenting.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Ability to develop, implement and embed policy and procedure.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health care setting.
• Experience of managing accounting procedures including budget and cash flow forecasting.
• NHS / Primary Care General Practice experience.
• EMIS / System-one / Vision user skills.
• Knowledge of NHS, CQC, ICB, PCSE, QOF.

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

Oakenhurst Medical Practice

Address

Simmons Street

Blackburn

BB2 1AX

Employer's website

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