Lambeth Walk Group Practice

Patient Notes Summariser (GP Practice)

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Job summary

At Lambeth Walk Group Practice, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional, patient-centered care in a vibrant and diverse community. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our dedicated team, where your expertise will be valued and your growth supported.

Have you got an eye for detail? Would you like to work for the NHS and carry out an administrative role that can really make a difference and improve patient care? If so then this may be the role for you.

We are looking for someone who is hard working, enjoys reading, having their own workload, is interested in healthcare and records management to join us

The Notes Summariser at Lambeth Walk Group Practice will focus on the effective clinical coding of patients notes onto the clinical system for new patients, ensuring key historical clinical information is correctly coded on to patients records.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for reviewing new and existing medical records and patient information, correspondence and post. They will summarise and enter this data on the clinical system, to provide the clinical staff with an accurate and easily accessible electronic summary of a patient's medical history

The post holder will ensure that the records comply with legal, regulatory and ethical requirements, working strictly in accordance with the Notes Summarising Protocol.

Monitoring progress of notes summarising against practice targets.

The doctors and nurses depend heavily on the quality of the clinical records to provide much needed information to the patients and other teams across the surgery. To undertake this aspect of the role you must be able to read large amounts of clinical information and have an eye for detail

Full training will be provided for the summarising aspect of the role. However, a strong command of English language and reading ability is required to be able to thrive in the role

The successful candidate would work towards having their own workload and it will be an opportunity to manage your own time and provide a valuable contribution to the organisation

This is a chance to make a real difference in a supportive and innovative setting!

About us

Were proud to have a close-knit team that combines experience, passion, and dedication to providing the best possible care for our patients. Our team includes:

  • 3 dynamic partners who bring leadership, vision, and a wealth of clinical expertise.
  • 2 salaried GPs who are highly skilled and deeply committed to patient care.
  • 2 HCAs with a range of skills to support both the team and our patients.
  • Medical secretaries and reception team who keep everything running smoothly and create a positive experience for everyone visiting the practice.

We thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where every team members contributions are valued. Our work ethic is centered on teamwork, innovation, and mutual respect, creating a space where staff can grow and flourish professionally.

Why Join Us?

  • A warm, friendly atmosphere where your skills are appreciated.
  • Opportunities for personal development and training.
  • A diverse, vibrant community that keeps every day engaging and rewarding.
  • A well-organised, forward-thinking practice that prioritises both patient and staff well-being.

At Lambeth Walk Group Practice, you will find not just a job but a team that feels like family. Together, we make a real difference in the lives of our patients and community.

Details

Date posted

28 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.43 an hour Company NHS pension, Cycle to work scheme, Employee discount

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

A5296-24-0005

Job locations

Akerman Health Centre

60 Patmos Road

London

SW9 6AF


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Ensure that all incoming patient records are collated, tidied, accurately summarised and stored on the patients computerised medical record and relevant information is coded;

Review any electronic transfer of medical records and ensure they are accurately recorded and coded as per practice protocol

Follow practice protocols to ensure consistent and efficient processing of patient medical record coding

Code clinical information onto patient computerised record

Deal with any queries or question relating to summarising and/or coding of medical records both from internal or external sources

Carry out administrative tasks relating to patient records, including filing, scanning, sorting and document management

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Ensure that all incoming patient records are collated, tidied, accurately summarised and stored on the patients computerised medical record and relevant information is coded;

Review any electronic transfer of medical records and ensure they are accurately recorded and coded as per practice protocol

Follow practice protocols to ensure consistent and efficient processing of patient medical record coding

Code clinical information onto patient computerised record

Deal with any queries or question relating to summarising and/or coding of medical records both from internal or external sources

Carry out administrative tasks relating to patient records, including filing, scanning, sorting and document management

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • - Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
  • - Multi-tasking and able to work under pressure
  • - Good IT skills
  • - Willingness to learn a new IT computer system
  • - Able to work on your own
  • - Meticulous and well organised
  • - An eye for detail

Desirable

  • - Previous experience of working in a GP Surgery is desirable
  • - EMIS clinical system experience
  • - Understanding of medical terminology
  • - Live within 45 minutes commute of the practice
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • - Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
  • - Multi-tasking and able to work under pressure
  • - Good IT skills
  • - Willingness to learn a new IT computer system
  • - Able to work on your own
  • - Meticulous and well organised
  • - An eye for detail

Desirable

  • - Previous experience of working in a GP Surgery is desirable
  • - EMIS clinical system experience
  • - Understanding of medical terminology
  • - Live within 45 minutes commute of the 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

Lambeth Walk Group Practice

Address

Akerman Health Centre

60 Patmos Road

London

SW9 6AF


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lambeth Walk Group Practice

Address

Akerman Health Centre

60 Patmos Road

London

SW9 6AF


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Patricia Pyl

patricia.pyl@nhs.net

02077354412

Details

Date posted

28 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.43 an hour Company NHS pension, Cycle to work scheme, Employee discount

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

A5296-24-0005

Job locations

Akerman Health Centre

60 Patmos Road

London

SW9 6AF


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