This role is a blend of clinical and non-clinical work to support the GP practice. Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres are one practice within our Primary Care Network but over 2 sites in semi-rural locations. The role is based across both sites but attendance at one site per day would be the usual. The workload is varied and in-depth training is provided in a supportive and friendly practice which encourages growth. There will be ample opportunity to expand the role depending on experience.
Main duties of the job
The main duties include:
1. Arranging appointments and managing waiting lists
2. Referrals
3. Assisting with clinical procedures, including contraceptive implants and coils
4. Ensuring sufficient stock levels and equipment in clinical areas, including ordering, removal of waste and out of date stock
5. Safety checks for vaccinations, equipment and storage
6. Booking/performing tests and follow-up appointments of patients
7. Completing simple clinical observations/investigations as directed locally, such as dipstick urine, taking blood pressure, ECG and phlebotomy
8. Supporting the GP with influenza and covid immunisations/wound care
9. Preparing patients prior to going in to see the GP, taking a brief history and basic readings in readiness for the GP appointment
10. 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.
11. Explaining treatment procedures to patients
12. Helping the GP liaise with outside agencies
13. Getting an on-call doctor on the phone to ask advice or arrange admission while the GP can continue with their consultation
14. Sorting clinical post and prioritising for the GP. Signposting some post to other members of staff
15. Extracting information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding this to patient notes.
About us
Mosaic Primary Care Network consists of 3 practices (Crown Heights Medical Centre, Odiham & Old Basing Health Centres and Bramblys Grange Medical Practice) located in or near Basingstoke. We have a combined patient population of circa 60,000 patients. We are looking for a GPA to join our team and they would be located within Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres.
The PCN is a registered learning environment, so all our ARRS staff are supported by an EELS lead to ensure we meet the aspirations of both the team member and the surgeries.
Job responsibilities
Job title: General Practice Assistant (GPA)
Accountable to: Clinical Director
Salary: £13 to £14 per hour, dependent on experience
Location: Odiham and Old Basing Health Centres
As this role is based over two sites, a full driving licence is required.
2 days per week must start at 8am, with one of these days being at Odiham Health Centre and the other at Old Basing Health Centre. There is some flexibility on start and finish times on other days which can be discussed at interview.
Job Summary:
General Practice Assistants (GPAs) support the smooth running of clinics by performing more routine administration and clinical tasks on behalf of the GP, freeing up their time to focus on the patient. The role is subject to a maximum reimbursement equivalent of an Agenda for Change band 4 level. Staff can be trained in-practice, with on-job training and development led by GPs, in line with the role outline and national competency Network contract DES: Contract specification 2024/25. Trainee GPAs may also complete HEEs accreditation programme, aligned to the competency framework, equipping them with formal certification of their learning. These staff are supported by a structured development programme (managed by HEE) and gain formal certification after around nine months.
Please see the full job description for key tasks and additional information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* GCSE grade A-C English and Maths - or equivalent
* Full driving license and own transport
* Primary care experience
* Please refer to the full person specification for additional requirements
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.
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