Job summary
**Please note this application may close early due to volume of applications**
The post-holder will support the GPs 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. The
successful individual will perform clinical observations and skills on
patients, under direction from the GP.
Main duties of the job
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Reviewing
and coding of clinical correspondence and prioritising for the GP in terms of
actions required.
Signposting
correspondence to others members of the team such as clinical pharmacist etc.
Arranging
appointments, referrals, letters, tests and follow up appointments for patients
Preparing
patients prior to going in to see the GP, taking a brief history and basic
readings in readiness for the GP appointment.
Dipping
urine, taking blood pressure, ECGs, phlebotomy & vaccinations within
competences (following adequate training).
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 in line
with GPA Competency Framework 2
Explaining
treatment procedures to patients
Helping
the GP liaise with outside agencies e.g., getting an on-call doctor on the
phone to ask advice or arrange admission while the GP can continue with their
consultation(s)
About us
Bolton GP
Federation is a collective vehicle where Boltons GP practices come together to
deliver primary care, providing a place for collaboration, knowledge-sharing
and coordination. The Federation is a voice of the priorities, needs and local
intelligence of primary care into the wider healthcare system.
We are rated
Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and we are proud of the services
that we run, which include Primary Care Networks, Extended Primary Care, an
Experienced Nurse Network and the Covid Vaccination Programme.
Our mission is
to improve health and care. We meet everyday health and care needs for people
by connecting primary care systems and using creative thinking to develop,
improve and support great local services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Reviewing
and coding of clinical correspondence and prioritising for the GP in terms of
actions required.
Signposting
correspondence to other members of the team such as clinical pharmacist etc.
Arranging
appointments, referrals, letters, tests and follow up appointments for patients
Preparing
patients prior to going in to see the GP, taking a brief history and basic
readings in readiness for the GP appointment.
Dipping
urine, taking blood pressure, ECGs, phlebotomy & vaccinations within
competences (following adequate training).
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 in line
with GPA Competency Framework 2
Explaining
treatment procedures to patients
Helping
the GP liaise with outside agencies e.g., getting an on-call doctor on the
phone to ask advice or arrange admission while the GP can continue with their
consultation(s)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Reviewing
and coding of clinical correspondence and prioritising for the GP in terms of
actions required.
Signposting
correspondence to other members of the team such as clinical pharmacist etc.
Arranging
appointments, referrals, letters, tests and follow up appointments for patients
Preparing
patients prior to going in to see the GP, taking a brief history and basic
readings in readiness for the GP appointment.
Dipping
urine, taking blood pressure, ECGs, phlebotomy & vaccinations within
competences (following adequate training).
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 in line
with GPA Competency Framework 2
Explaining
treatment procedures to patients
Helping
the GP liaise with outside agencies e.g., getting an on-call doctor on the
phone to ask advice or arrange admission while the GP can continue with their
consultation(s)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Can carry out clinical, technical, scientific, or administrative duties according to established protocols or procedures, or systems of work.
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong organisational skills
- IT literate
- Willingness to work flexibly potentially across multiple sites
- Good understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Demonstrates basic factual knowledge of field of work
- Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in Primary Care/ or similar NHS setting
- Experience of working as a General Practice Assistant
- Experience of electronic patients records, particularly EMIS Web
- Previous experience working one-to-one with patients
Qualifications
Essential
- English & Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
Desirable
- HCA Training or equivalent in own field.
- Practice receptionist training
- Care Certificate
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Can carry out clinical, technical, scientific, or administrative duties according to established protocols or procedures, or systems of work.
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong organisational skills
- IT literate
- Willingness to work flexibly potentially across multiple sites
- Good understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Demonstrates basic factual knowledge of field of work
- Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in Primary Care/ or similar NHS setting
- Experience of working as a General Practice Assistant
- Experience of electronic patients records, particularly EMIS Web
- Previous experience working one-to-one with patients
Qualifications
Essential
- English & Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
Desirable
- HCA Training or equivalent in own field.
- Practice receptionist training
- Care Certificate
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
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.
