Mosaic Primary Care Network

General Practice Assistant

Information:

This job is now closed

Job summary

This role is a blend of clinical and non clinical work to support the GP practice. Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres are one practice within our Primary Care Network but over 2 sites in semi - rural locations. The role is based across both sites but attendance at one site per day would be the usual. The workload is varied and in depth training is provided in a supportive and friendly practice which encourages growth. There will be ample opportunity to expand the role depending on experience.

Main duties of the job

The main duties include

Arranging appointments and managing waiting lists

Referrals

Assist with clinical procedures, including contraceptive implants and coils

Ensuring sufficient stock levels and equipment in clinical areas, including ordering, removal of waste and out of date stock

Safety checks for vaccinations , equipment and storage

Booking/ performing tests and follow up appointments of patients;

Completing simple clinical observations /investigations as directed locally, such as dipstick urine, taking blood pressure, ECG and phlebotomy

Supporting the GP with influenza and covid immunisations/wound care

Preparing patients prior to going in to see the GP, taking a brief history and basic readings in readiness for the GP appointment

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

Getting an on-call doctor on the phone to ask advice or arrange admission while the GP can continue with their consultation

Sorting clinical post and prioritising for the GP. Signposting some post to other members of staff

Extracting information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding this to patient notes.

About us

Mosaic Primary Care Network consists of 3 practices (Crown Heights Medical Centre, Odiham & Old Basing Health Centres and Bramblys Grange Medical Practice) located in or near Basingstoke. We have a combined patient population of circa 60,000 patients. We are looking for a GPA to join our team and they would be located within Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres.

The PCN is a registered learning environment, so all our ARRS staff are supported by an EELS lead to ensure we meet the aspirations of both the team member and the surgeries.

Details

Date posted

14 February 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13 to £14 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

W0022-25-0001

Job locations

The Odiham Health Centre

Deer Park View

Odiham

Hook

Hampshire

RG291JY


The Old Basing Health Centre

Manor Lane

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG247AE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Mosaic Primary Care Network

Job Description & Person Specification

Job title General Practice Assistant (GPA)

Accountable to Clinical Director

Hours per week 37.5

Salary £13 to £14 per hour, dependent on experience

Location Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres

About Us

Mosaic Primary Care Network consists of 3 practices (Crown Heights Medical Centre, Odiham & Old Basing Health Centres and Bramblys Grange Medical Practice) located in or near Basingstoke. We have a combined patient population of circa 60,000 patients. We are looking for a GPA to join our team and they would be located within Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres.

The PCN is a registered learning environment, so all our ARRS staff are supported by an EELS lead to ensure we meet the aspirations of both the team member and the surgeries.

Essential Information

As this role is based over two sites, a full driving licence is required.

2 days per week must start at 8am, with one of these days being at Odiham Health Centre and the other at Old Basing Health Centre. There is some flexibility on start and finish times on other days which can be discussed at interview.

Job Summary

General Practice Assistants (GPAs), support the smooth running of clinics by performing more routine administration and clinical tasks on behalf of the GP, freeing up their time to focus on the patient. The role is subject to a maximum reimbursement equivalent of an Agenda for Change band 4 level. Staff can be trained in-practice, with on-job training and development led by GPs, in line with the role outline and national competency Network contract DES: Contract specification 2024/25.Trainee GPAs may also complete HEEs accreditation programme, aligned to the competency framework, equipping them with formal certification of their learning. These staff are supported by a structured development programme (managed by HEE) and gain formal certification after around nine months.

Please see the full job description for key tasks and additional information

Job description

Job responsibilities

Mosaic Primary Care Network

Job Description & Person Specification

Job title General Practice Assistant (GPA)

Accountable to Clinical Director

Hours per week 37.5

Salary £13 to £14 per hour, dependent on experience

Location Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres

About Us

Mosaic Primary Care Network consists of 3 practices (Crown Heights Medical Centre, Odiham & Old Basing Health Centres and Bramblys Grange Medical Practice) located in or near Basingstoke. We have a combined patient population of circa 60,000 patients. We are looking for a GPA to join our team and they would be located within Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres.

The PCN is a registered learning environment, so all our ARRS staff are supported by an EELS lead to ensure we meet the aspirations of both the team member and the surgeries.

Essential Information

As this role is based over two sites, a full driving licence is required.

2 days per week must start at 8am, with one of these days being at Odiham Health Centre and the other at Old Basing Health Centre. There is some flexibility on start and finish times on other days which can be discussed at interview.

Job Summary

General Practice Assistants (GPAs), support the smooth running of clinics by performing more routine administration and clinical tasks on behalf of the GP, freeing up their time to focus on the patient. The role is subject to a maximum reimbursement equivalent of an Agenda for Change band 4 level. Staff can be trained in-practice, with on-job training and development led by GPs, in line with the role outline and national competency Network contract DES: Contract specification 2024/25.Trainee GPAs may also complete HEEs accreditation programme, aligned to the competency framework, equipping them with formal certification of their learning. These staff are supported by a structured development programme (managed by HEE) and gain formal certification after around nine months.

Please see the full job description for key tasks and additional information

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE grade A-C English and Maths- or equivalent
  • Full driving license and own transport
  • Please refer to the full person specification for additional requirements

Desirable

  • Primary care experience
  • Administration experience
  • Phlebotomy qualification
  • Please refer to the full person specification for additional requirements
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE grade A-C English and Maths- or equivalent
  • Full driving license and own transport
  • Please refer to the full person specification for additional requirements

Desirable

  • Primary care experience
  • Administration experience
  • Phlebotomy qualification
  • Please refer to the full person specification for additional requirements

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

Mosaic Primary Care Network

Address

The Odiham Health Centre

Deer Park View

Odiham

Hook

Hampshire

RG291JY


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mosaic Primary Care Network

Address

The Odiham Health Centre

Deer Park View

Odiham

Hook

Hampshire

RG291JY


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

PCN Manager and Digital Transformation Lead

Karla Higgs

karla.higgs1@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

14 February 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13 to £14 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

W0022-25-0001

Job locations

The Odiham Health Centre

Deer Park View

Odiham

Hook

Hampshire

RG291JY


The Old Basing Health Centre

Manor Lane

Basingstoke

Hampshire

RG247AE


Supporting documents

Privacy notice

Mosaic Primary Care Network's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)