Description
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic GP Assistant to join our Clinical and Clinical Administration team. As a GP Assistant, you will report directly to the Clinical Pharmacist and Clinical Director and support the delivery of Primary Care Networks ambitions.
Main duties of the job
- Sorting clinical post and prioritising for the GP
- Preparing patients prior to GP appointments
- Phlebotomy and ECGs
- Helping the GP liaise with outside agencies
- Completing basic forms and core elements of some forms for the GP to approve and sign
- Assisting with minor surgery procedures
- Giving advice on health promotion
- Supporting the GP with immunisation and wound care
- Arranging the lending of and teaching patients how to use home and 24-hour blood pressure machines
- Implanon insertion and removal and minor operations
- Acting on yellow flag reminders and assisting with patient recalls
- Entering data, such as childhood immunisation and computerisation of letters and notes
- Chaperone duties and stock checks
Person Specification
- Level 3 Diploma in Health Care
- Certificate of Competence in phlebotomy
- GCSE grade A to C in English & Maths
- Experience in working within a Primary or Secondary Care setting
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Good IT knowledge and exceptional knowledge of Microsoft Package