Village Surgery

Administrator

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Job summary

To support the Business Manager's in the effective administration of the practice. The administrator to the Business Manager will work under the direction of the Business Manager's, striving to enhance a number of key systems in both clinical and administrative areas.

The administrator will also champion quality and improvement programmes, confidentiality, collaborative working, service delivery, learning and development, promoting a positive working environment.

Main duties of the job

a. Supporting the Business Manager as required with projects, systems and procedures

b. Undertaking tasks as directed by the Business Manager in areas of change management and continuous improvement

c. Providing key performance information as requested

d. Supporting the Business Manager in monitoring compliance with health and safety legislation, providing leadership and direction for staff

e. Contributing to the development, implementation and embedding of an effective practice training programme for all staff

f. Provide administrative support for compliance registers, supporting the Business Manager, ensuring DBS checks are conducted

g. Coordinating the practice diary, ensuring meetings are scheduled appropriately

h. Coordinating internal and external meeting arrangements, preparing agendas and producing minutes for meetings

i. Supporting the Business Manager in the marketing of the practice

j. Drafting of the practice newsletter on a quarterly basis

k. Arranging PPG meetings, preparing agendas and producing minutes

l. Supporting the Business Manager in the maintenance of the practice and NHS Choices websites

m. Effective monitoring of the Friends and Families Test

n. In conjunction with the Business Manager, set and monitor performance targets, identifying areas for improvement to enhance patient services

o. Support the Business Manager with succession planning

About us

We are a friendly, supportive & busy derby based practice who strive to provide our patients with high quality, accessible care in a safe, responsive and courteous manner.

Details

Date posted

23 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A2800-23-0007

Job locations

Browning Street

Derby

Derbyshire

DE23 8AL


Job description

Job responsibilities

a. Supporting the Business Manager as required with projects, systems and procedures

b. Undertaking tasks as directed by the Business Manager in areas of change management and continuous improvement

c. Providing key performance information as requested

d. Supporting the Business Manager in monitoring compliance with health and safety legislation, providing leadership and direction for staff

e. Contributing to the development, implementation and embedding of an effective practice training programme for all staff

f. Provide administrative support for compliance registers, supporting the Business Manager, ensuring DBS checks are conducted

g. Coordinating the practice diary, ensuring meetings are scheduled appropriately

h. Coordinating internal and external meeting arrangements, preparing agendas and producing minutes for meetings

i. Supporting the Business Manager in the marketing of the practice

j. Drafting of the practice newsletter on a quarterly basis

k. Arranging PPG meetings, preparing agendas and producing minutes

l. Supporting the Business Manager in the maintenance of the practice and NHS Choices websites

m. Effective monitoring of the Friends and Families Test

n. In conjunction with the Business Manager, set and monitor performance targets, identifying areas for improvement to enhance patient services

o. Support the Business Manager with succession planning

a. Act as the primary point of contact for NHS(E), ICS/CCG, community services, suppliers and other external stakeholders in the absence of the Business Manager

b. Assist with the recruitment of staff as requested by the Business Manager

c. Support the Business Manager in the reviewing and updating of practice policies and procedures

d. Support the Business Manager with CI and change initiatives

e. Manage asset registers as directed by the Business Manager

f. Coordinate all staff absences, maintaining an effective absence register

g. Represent the practice locally as required

h. Maintain a working knowledge of ICS/CCG initiatives

Job description

Job responsibilities

a. Supporting the Business Manager as required with projects, systems and procedures

b. Undertaking tasks as directed by the Business Manager in areas of change management and continuous improvement

c. Providing key performance information as requested

d. Supporting the Business Manager in monitoring compliance with health and safety legislation, providing leadership and direction for staff

e. Contributing to the development, implementation and embedding of an effective practice training programme for all staff

f. Provide administrative support for compliance registers, supporting the Business Manager, ensuring DBS checks are conducted

g. Coordinating the practice diary, ensuring meetings are scheduled appropriately

h. Coordinating internal and external meeting arrangements, preparing agendas and producing minutes for meetings

i. Supporting the Business Manager in the marketing of the practice

j. Drafting of the practice newsletter on a quarterly basis

k. Arranging PPG meetings, preparing agendas and producing minutes

l. Supporting the Business Manager in the maintenance of the practice and NHS Choices websites

m. Effective monitoring of the Friends and Families Test

n. In conjunction with the Business Manager, set and monitor performance targets, identifying areas for improvement to enhance patient services

o. Support the Business Manager with succession planning

a. Act as the primary point of contact for NHS(E), ICS/CCG, community services, suppliers and other external stakeholders in the absence of the Business Manager

b. Assist with the recruitment of staff as requested by the Business Manager

c. Support the Business Manager in the reviewing and updating of practice policies and procedures

d. Support the Business Manager with CI and change initiatives

e. Manage asset registers as directed by the Business Manager

f. Coordinate all staff absences, maintaining an effective absence register

g. Represent the practice locally as required

h. Maintain a working knowledge of ICS/CCG initiatives

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

  • Leadership and/or management qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with the general public
  • Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presenting)
  • Strong IT skills (generic)
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Strategic thinker
  • Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective time management (planning and organising)

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare setting
  • Experience of leading multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience of performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development and disciplinary procedures
  • Experience of workforce planning
  • NHS/Primary Care/general practice experience
  • Relevant health and safety experience
  • Experience of producing agendas and minutes for meetings
  • SystmOne skills
  • Proven problem solving and analytical skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

  • Leadership and/or management qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with the general public
  • Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presenting)
  • Strong IT skills (generic)
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Strategic thinker
  • Ability to prioritise, delegate and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective time management (planning and organising)

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare setting
  • Experience of leading multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience of performance management, including appraisal writing, staff development and disciplinary procedures
  • Experience of workforce planning
  • NHS/Primary Care/general practice experience
  • Relevant health and safety experience
  • Experience of producing agendas and minutes for meetings
  • SystmOne skills
  • Proven problem solving and analytical skills

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

Village Surgery

Address

Browning Street

Derby

Derbyshire

DE23 8AL


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Village Surgery

Address

Browning Street

Derby

Derbyshire

DE23 8AL


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Business Manager

Lauren Strange

management.team@nhs.net

01332418794

Details

Date posted

23 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A2800-23-0007

Job locations

Browning Street

Derby

Derbyshire

DE23 8AL


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