Job summary
A GPA will support the GP(s) smooth running of clinics by
performing the more routine administration and clinical tasks on behalf of the
GP freeing up their time to focus on the patient.
The successful candidate will work across one of our 6
practices and will become a vital member of the team. All of our practices are
friendly and welcoming. Our PCN has a focus on improving our populations health
and strive to deliver and improve patient experience.
Main duties of the job
Sorting all clinical post and prioritising for the GP in
terms of actions. Signposting some post to others such as clinical pharmacist
etc.
Extracting all information from clinical letters that
needs coding and adding to notes
Arranging appointments, referrals, tests and follow up
appointments of patients
Preparing patients prior to going in to see the GP, taking
a brief history and basic readings in readiness for the GP appointment.
Dipping urine, taking blood pressure, ECGs &
phlebotomy
Completing basic (non-opinion) forms and core elements of
some forms for the GP to approve and sign such as insurance forms, mortgage,
benefits agency forms etc
Explaining treatment procedures to patients
Helping the GP liaise with outside agencies e.g. getting
an on call doctor on the phone to ask advice or arrange admission while the GP
can continue with their consultation(s)
Support the GP with immunisations/wound care
HCA experience Essential.
About us
We are a primary care network covering 6 local practices - please visit the link below for more information.
Our Practices Primary Care Network Clacton (clactonpcn.co.uk)
This GP Assistant role will form part of the wider PCN team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A GPA will support the GP(s) smooth running of clinics by
performing the more routine administration and clinical tasks on behalf of the
GP freeing up their time to focus on the patient.
The successful candidate will work across one of our 6
practices and will become a vital member of the team. All of our practices are
friendly and welcoming. Our PCN has a focus on improving our populations health
and strive to deliver and improve patient experience.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A GPA will support the GP(s) smooth running of clinics by
performing the more routine administration and clinical tasks on behalf of the
GP freeing up their time to focus on the patient.
The successful candidate will work across one of our 6
practices and will become a vital member of the team. All of our practices are
friendly and welcoming. Our PCN has a focus on improving our populations health
and strive to deliver and improve patient experience.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a Primary Care setting
- Experience working with people
- Excellent patient facing communication and interpersonal skills
- Good IT skills
- HCA Experience Essential - Competence in all healthcare assistant duties
Desirable
- Experience with Primary care administration
- Knowledge of Systm One or EMIS software
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and determine own workload priorities.
- Consistently confidential manner as well as a compassionate and respectful approach.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
Desirable
- Level 3 Diploma in health and social care
- Qualification in Phlebotomy/Venepuncture
- Completion of Health Care Assistant programme
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a Primary Care setting
- Experience working with people
- Excellent patient facing communication and interpersonal skills
- Good IT skills
- HCA Experience Essential - Competence in all healthcare assistant duties
Desirable
- Experience with Primary care administration
- Knowledge of Systm One or EMIS software
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and determine own workload priorities.
- Consistently confidential manner as well as a compassionate and respectful approach.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
Desirable
- Level 3 Diploma in health and social care
- Qualification in Phlebotomy/Venepuncture
- Completion of Health Care Assistant programme
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).