Job summary
The
Gynaecology Collaborative, as part of the IGPF, was launched on 1st October
2020. It is a collaboration of multiple providers joining up primary, secondary
and community care. The aim of this service is:
To provide a robust single point of access for gynaecology referrals
To ensure the
patient is seen by the right clinician with the right skillsin the right
environment through effective triage
To support
management of adult gynaecological conditions in a non-acute setting
To ensure there
is access to diagnostics to enable effective management
To improve the
patient journey through the development ofsafe and
effective integrated care pathways between primary,
community and secondary care services.
To
enable consistent standards in the management
of gynaecological conditions and improve health outcomes.
Develop and
provide afeedback mechanism to improve the skills and knowledge of
referring clinicians andso increase the proportion of
patients managedin primary care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work under clinical supervision, supporting the
Gynaecology service GPs and Consultants in community-based clinics around
Islington and Haringey. The primary
function is to assist
and provide support in clinical setting with the clinicians in the delivery of
safe and efficient care to the patients referred to the Service. When not supporting clinical activity, the
role will include general administrative support at the head office to ensure
continuity and efficiency in service delivery. The Clinic Assistant will
undertake tasks and duties delegated by those clinicians, the Service Manager
or a suitably qualified regulated professional.
About us
Islington GP Federation (IGPF) is a new, rapidly growing organisation representing 31 practices; we have established ourselves as a leader in new ways of working, including running Islingtons extended access primary care services (I:HUB) as well as supporting the Islington Primary Care Networks (PCNs). Our current range of services includes I:HUB, Community ENT, Integrated Community Gynaecology, practice-based pharmacists and a range of practice support mechanisms.
IGPF works very closely with a range of partners including the regional commissioning group, NHS England, Healthy London Partnership, Public Health, local hospitals such as the Whittington Health and the London Borough of Islington.
IGPF is the host organisation for the PCN workforce and over the last few years has been working with the Islington Training Hub to create training and development programmes that meet the need of all staff working in primary care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
Responsibilities
-
Welcome and
prepare patient for their appointments in a friendly and professional manner.
-
Prepare
clinic rooms before after every patient, ensuring they are clean and sterile.
-
Act as a
chaperone
-
Assist
clinicians during procedures, ensuring that the appropriate equipment is
readily available.
-
Support the
patients at clinic in managing the process of booking/cancelling/re-booking
patients in when they arrive at clinic sites.
-
Act as an
infection control assistant who will physically support clinicians during
clinic sessions ensuring that rooms or any areas accessed by patients are
sanitised after each use and equipment used is cleaned to prevent
contamination.
-
Assist with
labelling, recording and dispatching of specimens/samples taken in clinic.
-
Assist in
safety netting searched to track laboratory results and ensure they are
received promptly to prevent delays in patient care.
-
Action
follow-up instructions according to GP consultation notes (i.e. discharge
letters, secondary care referrals, follow-up appointments, chasing up receipt
of investigations results.
-
Undertaking
a wide range of administrative duties which include ensuring all information is
managed correctly, filed and followed up accordingly.
-
Be
responsible for completing weekly checks on Emergency Medicines and Equipment
held at clinic locations.
-
Under the
direction of the Service Manager, support the management of stock including
stock-taking and ordering.
-
Undertake,
record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received
appropriate training.
-
Maintain
confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and the
practice.
-
Take the
necessary precautions when transmitting information and understand relevancy of
and comply with GDPR.
-
Demonstrate
flexibility in working pattern, times and location to support best patient care,
in mutual agreement with the Service Manager
-
Act in a
professional and calm manner at all times
-
Treat
colleagues, patients and relatives with respect and dignity
-
De-escalate
any arising conflicts quickly and effectively.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
Responsibilities
-
Welcome and
prepare patient for their appointments in a friendly and professional manner.
-
Prepare
clinic rooms before after every patient, ensuring they are clean and sterile.
-
Act as a
chaperone
-
Assist
clinicians during procedures, ensuring that the appropriate equipment is
readily available.
-
Support the
patients at clinic in managing the process of booking/cancelling/re-booking
patients in when they arrive at clinic sites.
-
Act as an
infection control assistant who will physically support clinicians during
clinic sessions ensuring that rooms or any areas accessed by patients are
sanitised after each use and equipment used is cleaned to prevent
contamination.
-
Assist with
labelling, recording and dispatching of specimens/samples taken in clinic.
-
Assist in
safety netting searched to track laboratory results and ensure they are
received promptly to prevent delays in patient care.
-
Action
follow-up instructions according to GP consultation notes (i.e. discharge
letters, secondary care referrals, follow-up appointments, chasing up receipt
of investigations results.
-
Undertaking
a wide range of administrative duties which include ensuring all information is
managed correctly, filed and followed up accordingly.
-
Be
responsible for completing weekly checks on Emergency Medicines and Equipment
held at clinic locations.
-
Under the
direction of the Service Manager, support the management of stock including
stock-taking and ordering.
-
Undertake,
record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received
appropriate training.
-
Maintain
confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and the
practice.
-
Take the
necessary precautions when transmitting information and understand relevancy of
and comply with GDPR.
-
Demonstrate
flexibility in working pattern, times and location to support best patient care,
in mutual agreement with the Service Manager
-
Act in a
professional and calm manner at all times
-
Treat
colleagues, patients and relatives with respect and dignity
-
De-escalate
any arising conflicts quickly and effectively.
Person Specification
skills
Essential
- Ability to provide quality care
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good team-working skills
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions
- Adaptable to change
- Computer literate
- Basic IT Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge in EMIS and Docman clinical systems
- Skills in Phlebotomy, ECGs, Patient Health Checks, Blood Pressures
- Basic first aid knowledge
- Health and safety awareness
- Chaperone Training Certificate or experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a health care setting
Desirable
- Experience in GP Practice
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Qualified to NVQ level 3
- Holds a Care Certificate
Person Specification
skills
Essential
- Ability to provide quality care
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good team-working skills
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions
- Adaptable to change
- Computer literate
- Basic IT Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge in EMIS and Docman clinical systems
- Skills in Phlebotomy, ECGs, Patient Health Checks, Blood Pressures
- Basic first aid knowledge
- Health and safety awareness
- Chaperone Training Certificate or experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a health care setting
Desirable
- Experience in GP Practice
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Qualified to NVQ level 3
- Holds a Care Certificate
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.
