Job summary
Areyou looking for a new challenge with the opportunity to apply your existingknowledge and skills whilst also developing a new skillset?
Do you want to be at the forefront ofa new role in the PCN making a difference to patient care?
If so, an exciting opportunity has arisenfor a 9 month temporary contract for GP Assistant to join our PCN. The successful applicants will workalongside the PCN team to support healthcare professionals, patients andcarers.
You will be part of an innovative multidisciplinaryteam working across the Bridgedale PCN to support and assist the GP practiceswithin the PCN.
We are looking for dynamic and pro-active GPAssistant on a fixed term 9 month contract to assist in improving patient outcomes and support the primary careworkforce in general practice.
Youwill be based at:
Roslea Surgery
Riverside Medical Centre
The Ryan Medical Centre
New Longton Surgery
Lostock Hall Medical Centre
Other associated PCN sites
Weaim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure thatno applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds ofgender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status,or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot beshown to be justifiable.
We are to committed to meeting and upholding theprinciples of the GDPR.
Main duties of the job
Our PCN is looking for a GP Assistant to join our growing primary care workforce. The successful candidates will work across the patch, within the PCN Practices, CommunityTeams and across the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
A GP Assistant will deal with patients and, if appropriate, their carer, before or after the patients consultation with a clinician or other healthcare professional.
The GP Assistants role requires them to be able to work with, and understand the roles of, a variety of different people working in the practice and across the PCN including doctors, nurses, healthcare assistants, social prescribing link workers, physiotherapists, paramedics, health and wellbeing coaches, and pharmacy technicians.
A GPA will support the Care home team and GP(s) 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 GPA will also carry out some clinical tasks and reviews in the Care Homes to support the Care Home Clinical team.
About us
GP practices have been working together in our area for years and formed BridgedalePrimary Care Network (PCN).Bridegale Primary Care Network is made up of GP registered patient lists for Roslea Surgery, Riverside Medical Centre, Lostock Hall Medical Centre, New Longton Surgery and the Ryan Medical Centre. We serve a community of around 36,000 people. We are small enough to provide the personal care valued by our people and large enough to have impact and economies of scale through better collaboration.
As a Primary Care Network we are working hard to deliver on the national NHS England network contract that commenced in July 2019 and continues to March 2024.
This includes the following areas of focus:
* anticipatory care
* cardiovascular disease prevention and diagnosis
* enhancing health in care homes
* early diagnosis of cancer
* tackling neighbourhood inequalities
* structured medication reviews
* social prescribing reviews
So as a primary care network ,with its member practices working ever closer together, it is important to establish shared core values which not only enables us to adapt, but to do so in the way that we all feel is right for our patients and staff. The outstanding contributions from Ryan, Roslea and Riverside surgeries in developing Bridgedales SHINE values is a key milestone and prepares the ground for the future.
Our Vision:
Job responsibilities
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
* Sorting all clinical correspondence and prioritizing for the GP in terms of actions.
* Signposting some post to others such as clinical pharmacist etc.
* Arranging appointments, referrals, tests and follow up appointments of 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
* 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)
* Support with QOF and IIF reviews.
* Support with New Patient Medicals, reviews and Health Checks in care homes
GENERAL
The post holder will:
* Ensure the principles of openness, transparency and candour are observed and upheld in all working practices.
* Have, or acquire through training provided by the organisation, the appropriate level of safeguarding and knowledge, skills and practice required for the post and be aware of and comply with the organisations safeguarding protection policies, procedures and information governance.
* Ensure that any infection prevention and control issues are reported to the line manager/Infection Prevention and Control Lead
* Ensure that all activities are monitored and evaluated.
* Attend internal meetings as required.
* Work in accordance with PCN policies, including the equal opportunities policy and practice.
* Attend any training courses and supervision sessions as required.
* Work with due regard to the Health and Safety Policy, ensuring that all practices and procedures are undertaken in accordance with the issued guidelines.
* To keep the MDT and the managers updated with both positive feedback and any verbal or written complaints.
* Is able to recognize personal limitations and refer to more appropriate colleagues when necessary
* The post holder will be expected to deliver a high quality, diverse, patient centered service.
* Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time
* SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
* To be prepared to work flexibly, including evenings, bank holidays and weekends on a rota basis.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 1 year experience of working with healthcare professionals and or previous experience in the NHS or social care or relevant field
* Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting where influence and negotiation is required
* Experience of coordinating and liaising with multiple stakeholders or individuals to meet specified outcomes
* Polite and confident
* Flexible and cooperative
* Motivated
* Forward thinker
* High level of integrity and loyalty
* Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Able to work in a changing environment
* Able to collate and disseminate voluminous and sometimes complex information.
* Proven record of excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent motivational and influencing skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Able to deal with service users sensitively.
* Able to prioritise and manage own workload.
* Ability to analyse and interpret information and present results in a clear and concise manner
* Excellent organisational and administration skills
* Good IT skills
* Clear, polite telephone manner
* Good knowledge of MS Office and Outlook
* Effective time management skills
* Awareness of data protection and confidentiality issues
* Able to work independently, prioritise own workload and as a team member
* Problem solving skills.
* Demonstrate understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.
* Commitment to person-centred care
* Able to build and maintain relationships whilst maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
* Demonstrate a willingness to participate in shaping the future of the organisation by taking on responsibilities and projects in addition to core workload
* An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
* Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness, and common sense.
Desirable
* Experience of using technology and digital tools to support health and wellbeing.
* Experience of Primary Care
Essential Requirements
Essential
* Have access to a car and being in possession of a full current driving license and business insurance
* Ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis including to visit people in their own home reasonable adjustments or alternative arrangements will be considered for disabled applicants who cannot drive, provided the core requirements can still be met
Desirable
* Flexibility to work outside of core office hours and weekends.
Qualifications
Essential
* Educated to GCSE or equivalent.
Desirable
* NVQ 3 or equivalent and/or relevant basic/first level professional qualification
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
Riverside Medical Centre
Address
Riverside Medical Centre
194 Victoria Road
Walton-le-dale
Preston
PR54AY
Employer's website
https://www.riversidemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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