Job summary
Glebe Road Surgery is looking for an experienced General Practice Assistant to join our friendly team. You will work alongside two other GPAs and a large team of GPs, other clinical and admin team.
Main duties of the job
Sorting all clinical correspondence and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions. Signposting some correspondence to others such as clinical pharmacist.
Extracting all information from clinical letters requiring coding and adding to patient notes.
Arranging appointments, referrals, tests and follow up appointments of patients as directed by GPs.
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;
Completing basic (non-opinion) forms and core elements of some forms for GP approval and sign such as insurance forms, mortgage, benefits agency forms;
Explaining treatment procedures to patients.
Helping GPs to 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 consultation(s).
Support nursing team with immunisations/wound care.
About us
We are a friendly, supportive training practice in the heart of Barnes. The practice is lead by 4 partners, supporting by management team, salaried GP, nurses and a fabulous admin/ reception team.
You will join our team our established GPA who will provide all the support and guidance you need
Job description
Job responsibilities
The GPA will be responsible for undertaking a wide range of duties both Clinical and Clerical and will be a General Practice Assistant
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- - Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or GPA in primary care
- - Already hold or working towards a GPA qualification.
- - Flexible, friendly and an excellent team player
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
Glebe Road Surgery
Address
1 Glebe Road
Barnes
SW13 0DR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
General Practice Assistant (GPA) employer: Glebe Road Surgery
Glebe Road Surgery is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in the picturesque area of Barnes, Southwest London. With a strong focus on professional development and continuous improvement, we provide our staff with opportunities for growth while ensuring they deliver high-quality care to our 10,500 patients. Join our dedicated team and be part of a practice that values innovation and teamwork, all while enjoying the benefits of working in a 'Good' rated CQC environment.
