Job summary
To assist the GPs,AHP,ANPs and Practice Nurse
team in the service delivery and management of patients.
To abide by practice policies and procedures.
Always maintain patients privacy and dignity
and provide a level of care appropriate in a compassionate and sensitive
manner.
Be part of a forward-thinking practice
contributing and assisting in areas of audit and evidence-based practice
development.
Develop and maintain nursing competencies in
physical assessment skills to maintain high quality and safe care.
The post holder will be expected to contribute
to general house-keeping duties within the practice, such as general tidiness,
maintain infection control standards, re-stock levels are met and maintained
and any clinical equipment that is used is clean, working and stored correctly.
Assist with admin and clerical duties as
required.
Main duties of the job
Always ensure privacy and dignity.
When relevant, understand why observations are
taken and be able to take and record appropriately. Inform nurse or GP or any
concerns or above target recording as appropriate and by specific policy
guidance.
Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children by
reporting any concerns to Safeguarding leads within the practice.
Be competent and capable of providing physical
assessment as required by requests of PN/GP/ANP.
To be able to complete competently the
requirements of the QOF templates in LTC (Long term condition) management.
Including foot checks, venepuncture, BP, Height, weight etc.
Vaccinate children and adults within the remit
of PSDs as required by immunisation policy.
Administer safely B12 IM injections disposing of
equipment as appropriate as per guidance.
Assist as required in the emergency management
of patients.
Assist within minor surgery / Coil clinics as
required.
Provide relevant patient information leaflets to
the patient.
Ensure that all PNs,GPs,ANPs are kept informed
of any changes with the patients conditions or observations as guidance or as
requested.
About us
Railway Medical Group is a key healthcare provider in Blyth, Southeast Northumberland, serving over 27,300 patients across a diverse community. Our broad patient base offers rich opportunities for learning and specialising in various areas of medicine.
Our team is made up of a diverse range of clinical and non-clinical professionals who work together to provide holistic patient care. We are proud to include Paramedics, Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, CPNs, ANPs, Care Navigators, Social Prescribers, Orthopaedic Practitioners, Practice Nurses, HCAs, and GPs, all supported by a dedicated administrative and management team. Together, we are committed to placing patients at the centre of everything we do.
What We Offer:
- A commitment to education and development as a teaching and learning practice
- A comprehensive Induction Program, offering time in each department to understand our team and workflow
- A competitive salary
- A strong focus on promoting and supporting health and wellbeing within the practice
- A positive workplace culture grounded in core values and supportive behaviours
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
Joining Railway Medical Group means becoming part of a team that values growth, collaboration, and compassionate care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the GPs,AHP,ANPs and Practice Nurse
team in the service delivery and management of patients.
To abide by practice policies and procedures.
Always maintain patients privacy and dignity
and provide a level of care appropriate in a compassionate and sensitive
manner.
Be part of a forward-thinking practice
contributing and assisting in areas of audit and evidence-based practice
development.
Develop and maintain nursing competencies in
physical assessment skills to maintain high quality and safe care.
The post holder will be expected to contribute
to general house-keeping duties within the practice, such as general tidiness,
maintain infection control standards, re-stock levels are met and maintained
and any clinical equipment that is used is clean, working and stored correctly.
Assist with admin and clerical duties as
required.
Establish and maintain communication with a
range of people on a range of matters in a form that is appropriate to them,
practice policy and to the situation.
Monitor and maintain health, safety and security
of self and others.
Will carry out delegated, repetitive, routine,
and familiar tasks.
Will carry out routine elements of assessment to
enhance the patient journey assist in the care provided by the nursing and GP/
ANP team.
Always ensure privacy and dignity.
When relevant, understand why observations are
taken and be able to take and record appropriately. Inform nurse or GP or any
concerns or above target recording as appropriate and by specific policy
guidance.
Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children by
reporting any concerns to Safeguarding leads within the practice.
Be competent and capable of providing physical
assessment as required by requests of PN,GP,ANP.
To be able to complete competently the
requirements of the QOF templates in LTC (Long-term condition) management.
Including foot checks, venepuncture, BP, Height, weight etc.
Vaccinate children and adults within the remit
of PSDs as required by immunisation policy.
Administer safely B12 IM injections disposing of
equipment as appropriate as per guidance.
Assist as required in the emergency management
of patients.
Assist within minor surgery / Coil clinics as
required.
Provide relevant patient information leaflets to
the patient.
Ensure that all PNs,GPs,ANPs are kept informed
of any changes with the patients conditions or observations as guidance or as
requested.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist the GPs,AHP,ANPs and Practice Nurse
team in the service delivery and management of patients.
To abide by practice policies and procedures.
Always maintain patients privacy and dignity
and provide a level of care appropriate in a compassionate and sensitive
manner.
Be part of a forward-thinking practice
contributing and assisting in areas of audit and evidence-based practice
development.
Develop and maintain nursing competencies in
physical assessment skills to maintain high quality and safe care.
The post holder will be expected to contribute
to general house-keeping duties within the practice, such as general tidiness,
maintain infection control standards, re-stock levels are met and maintained
and any clinical equipment that is used is clean, working and stored correctly.
Assist with admin and clerical duties as
required.
Establish and maintain communication with a
range of people on a range of matters in a form that is appropriate to them,
practice policy and to the situation.
Monitor and maintain health, safety and security
of self and others.
Will carry out delegated, repetitive, routine,
and familiar tasks.
Will carry out routine elements of assessment to
enhance the patient journey assist in the care provided by the nursing and GP/
ANP team.
Always ensure privacy and dignity.
When relevant, understand why observations are
taken and be able to take and record appropriately. Inform nurse or GP or any
concerns or above target recording as appropriate and by specific policy
guidance.
Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children by
reporting any concerns to Safeguarding leads within the practice.
Be competent and capable of providing physical
assessment as required by requests of PN,GP,ANP.
To be able to complete competently the
requirements of the QOF templates in LTC (Long-term condition) management.
Including foot checks, venepuncture, BP, Height, weight etc.
Vaccinate children and adults within the remit
of PSDs as required by immunisation policy.
Administer safely B12 IM injections disposing of
equipment as appropriate as per guidance.
Assist as required in the emergency management
of patients.
Assist within minor surgery / Coil clinics as
required.
Provide relevant patient information leaflets to
the patient.
Ensure that all PNs,GPs,ANPs are kept informed
of any changes with the patients conditions or observations as guidance or as
requested.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade 4 C or above English and Maths
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health care providers.
- Presents self as courteous, respectful and helpful
- Ability to work effectively under direct supervision, and as part of the whole practice team.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare or desire to work towards
- Care Certificate
- Use of IT software such as Word, Excel, Outlook
- Experience of caring in a Primary Care setting
- Venepuncture
- Competence in physical skills e.g. ECG, BP etc.
- An understanding of working within Primary Care.
- Full training and support will be provided to the successful candidate as needed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade 4 C or above English and Maths
- Ability to communicate with members of the public and health care providers.
- Presents self as courteous, respectful and helpful
- Ability to work effectively under direct supervision, and as part of the whole practice team.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare or desire to work towards
- Care Certificate
- Use of IT software such as Word, Excel, Outlook
- Experience of caring in a Primary Care setting
- Venepuncture
- Competence in physical skills e.g. ECG, BP etc.
- An understanding of working within Primary Care.
- Full training and support will be provided to the successful candidate as needed.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
