Job summary
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and proactive GP
Assistant to join our team. Familiarity
with computer applications, databases, and medical terminology will be very
advantageous. More than anything we are
looking for an experienced and capable team player.
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.
Main duties of the job
Manage and champion recall systems for vaccinations, long
term conditions etc.
Sorting all clinical post and prioritising for the GP in
terms of actions. Signposting some post
to others such as clinical pharmacists etc.
Extracting all information from clinical letters that needs
coding and adding to notes
Arranging appointments, referrals, tests and follow up
appointments of patients
Clinical safety searches.
To follow up the National Screening Programs, re refer, book
patients, and encourage patients to attend their screening appointments.
Ensure all data and comms from screening programs is
correctly coded into pt records.
To organise flu and covid vaccination campaigns, using
social medica and text messaging, self-book appointments. Contact patients
without mobiles and book them into to clinics.
Run monthly searches and submit the Flu vaccine payment
claims.
To process incoming documents either electronically or via
the post, code to patient record, contact patients to arrange follow up tests
and forward any medication changes to the pharmacy hub.
Assist with Registration and record administration.
Assist with Referral administration, and Diabetes patient management
referral to podiatry and diet programs etc.
To attend Quest training on 2nd Wednesday of the
month (sometimes varies)
Any other tasks deemed necessary by the practice to ensure
clinical safety.
About us
Thornbrook
Surgery is a rural three partner training practice caring for over 9,500 patients which uses EMIS Web. The practice is situated in the High Peak of
Derbyshire, on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Easy transport routes are available from both
Manchester and Sheffield.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties/Key Tasks:
- Manage and champion recall systems for vaccinations, long term conditions etc.
- Sorting all clinical post and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions. Signposting some post to others such as clinical pharmacists etc.
- Extracting all information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding to notes
- Arranging appointments, referrals, tests and follow up appointments of patients
- Clinical safety searches.
- To follow up the National Screening Programs, re refer, book patients, and encourage patients to attend their screening appointments.
- Ensure all data and comms from screening programs is correctly coded into pt records.
- To organise flu and covid vaccination campaigns, using social medica and text messaging, self-book appointments. Contact patients without mobiles and book them into to clinics.
- Run monthly searches and submit the Flu vaccine payment claims.
- To process incoming documents either electronically or via the post, code to patient record, contact patients to arrange follow up tests and forward any medication changes to the pharmacy hub.
- Assist with Registration and record administration.
- Assist with Referral administration, and Diabetes patient management referral to podiatry and diet programs etc.
- To attend Quest training on 2nd Wednesday of the month (sometimes varies)
- Any other tasks deemed necessary by the practice to ensure clinical safety.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties/Key Tasks:
- Manage and champion recall systems for vaccinations, long term conditions etc.
- Sorting all clinical post and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions. Signposting some post to others such as clinical pharmacists etc.
- Extracting all information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding to notes
- Arranging appointments, referrals, tests and follow up appointments of patients
- Clinical safety searches.
- To follow up the National Screening Programs, re refer, book patients, and encourage patients to attend their screening appointments.
- Ensure all data and comms from screening programs is correctly coded into pt records.
- To organise flu and covid vaccination campaigns, using social medica and text messaging, self-book appointments. Contact patients without mobiles and book them into to clinics.
- Run monthly searches and submit the Flu vaccine payment claims.
- To process incoming documents either electronically or via the post, code to patient record, contact patients to arrange follow up tests and forward any medication changes to the pharmacy hub.
- Assist with Registration and record administration.
- Assist with Referral administration, and Diabetes patient management referral to podiatry and diet programs etc.
- To attend Quest training on 2nd Wednesday of the month (sometimes varies)
- Any other tasks deemed necessary by the practice to ensure clinical safety.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Can demonstrate Maths and English at GCSE level
- Can demonstrate qualifications at level 3 or higher i.e. A Level or similar or above
Desirable
- GP Assistant Certificate qualification/willingness to undertake a GPA training course
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Experience of working with the general public
Desirable
- Experience using EMIS
- Experience of General Practice
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to seek support
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
Desirable
- Knowledge of:
- Spirometry
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Asthma
- CHD
- Immunisations
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Can demonstrate Maths and English at GCSE level
- Can demonstrate qualifications at level 3 or higher i.e. A Level or similar or above
Desirable
- GP Assistant Certificate qualification/willingness to undertake a GPA training course
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Experience of working with the general public
Desirable
- Experience using EMIS
- Experience of General Practice
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Chaperone procedure
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to seek support
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
Desirable
- Knowledge of:
- Spirometry
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Asthma
- CHD
- Immunisations
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
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).