Job summary We are looking for a new GP Assistant to join our team. They will support the 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.This is a full time position Monday to Friday. We will be interviewing on Thursday November 7th. Main duties of the job Sorting and scanning all clinical post and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions. Signposting some post to others such as clinical pharmacist etc. Extracting all information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding to notes. Arranging appointments, referrals, tests, patient requests and follow up appointments of patients from different sources including Docman tasks and EMIS tasks. Overseeing other administration tasks related to streamlined patient care as required. 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. Overseeing other administration tasks related to streamlined patient care as required. Reviewing medication requests, ensuring appropriate investigations (BP, urine, Blood tests) are performed and coordinating patient medication reviews appointments. Helping the GP liaise with outside agencies eg. getting an on call doctor on the phone to ask advice or arrange admission. Supporting the Management and GPs with a proactive, well organised coordinated approach to QOF. Dipping urine, taking Blood Pressure, doing ECGs About us We have a friendly team at Forrest Medical Centre whom are all committed to providing a high standard of service and clinical care to our patients. We have approx. 12,600 patients registered currently and are a high achieving QOF practice. We are proud of our GMST Training status and actively encourage learning throughout both our non-clinical and clinical team members. We are a well-established, forward thinking, dynamic team with an excellent reputation locally and we enjoy the luxury of our purpose built facilities within our surgery in Canley. We are part of the Go West PCN with 5 other surgeries in the area. More information about us can be found on our website (www.fmcgp.co.uk) PLEASE NOTE - IF YOU ARE A PATIENT OF FORREST MEDICAL CENTRE AND ARE SUCCESSFUL WITH THE ROLE, YOU WILL NEED TO FIND ANOTHER SURGERY TO BE REGISTERED AT. Date posted 18 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.70 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A0916-24-0002 Job locations 6 Prior Deram Walk Coventry CV4 8FT Job description Job responsibilities Sorting and scanning all clinical post and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions. Signposting some post to others such as clinical pharmacist etc. Extracting all information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding to notes. Arranging appointments, referrals, tests, patient requests and follow up appointments of patients from different sources including Docman tasks and EMIS tasks. Overseeing other administration tasks related to streamlined patient care as required. 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. Reviewing medication requests, ensuring appropriate investigations (BP, urine, Blood tests) are performed and coordinating patient medication reviews appointments. Helping the GP liaise with outside agencies eg. getting an on call doctor on the phone to ask advice or arrange admission. Supporting the Management and GPs with a proactive, well organised coordinated approach to QOF. Dipping urine, taking Blood Pressure, doing ECGs. The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards. Reporting potential risks identified. Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues. Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Participation in an annual individual performance review. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. Inform the lead GP of any concerns regarding GPA role and any professional development needed Be aware of own professional boundaries and what to do when you have reached them The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Work to practice protocols and agreed GPA Competency Framework Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Be familiar in all mediums of communications such as email, tasks, telephone etc Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Communicate effectively to outside agencies Communicate clearly with their lead GP The post-holder willapply Practice policies, standards and guidance. Participate in audit where appropriate. Job description Job responsibilities Sorting and scanning all clinical post and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions. Signposting some post to others such as clinical pharmacist etc. Extracting all information from clinical letters that needs coding and adding to notes. Arranging appointments, referrals, tests, patient requests and follow up appointments of patients from different sources including Docman tasks and EMIS tasks. Overseeing other administration tasks related to streamlined patient care as required. 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. Reviewing medication requests, ensuring appropriate investigations (BP, urine, Blood tests) are performed and coordinating patient medication reviews appointments. Helping the GP liaise with outside agencies eg. getting an on call doctor on the phone to ask advice or arrange admission. Supporting the Management and GPs with a proactive, well organised coordinated approach to QOF. Dipping urine, taking Blood Pressure, doing ECGs. The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards. Reporting potential risks identified. Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues. Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Participation in an annual individual performance review. Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. Inform the lead GP of any concerns regarding GPA role and any professional development needed Be aware of own professional boundaries and what to do when you have reached them The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Work to practice protocols and agreed GPA Competency Framework Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Be familiar in all mediums of communications such as email, tasks, telephone etc Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Communicate effectively to outside agencies Communicate clearly with their lead GP The post-holder willapply Practice policies, standards and guidance. Participate in audit where appropriate. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Customer Service GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths. Basic IT skills Ability to provide quality care Good communication skills and able to work as part of a team. Desirable Experience of working in primary or secondary care. Experience of working in a GP practice. Experience of Docman and Emis. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Customer Service GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths. Basic IT skills Ability to provide quality care Good communication skills and able to work as part of a team. Desirable Experience of working in primary or secondary care. Experience of working in a GP practice. Experience of Docman and Emis. 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 Forrest Medical Centre Address 6 Prior Deram Walk Coventry CV4 8FT Employer's website https://www.fmcgp.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)