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An EEHN GP Assistant 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.
See EEHN GPA Job Description PDF for further details.
GP Assistant is a new role and provides a unique opportunity to work in NHS primary care team and implement a fulfilling role providing care for the local population along a team of GPs and other clinical and non-clinical members. A GPA 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. You can find below a detailed list of your expected duties.
You will be able to take part on a free University level structured training program for 6-9 months to help you acquire the skills for the job. You will have educational and clinical supervision by the primary care team. At the end of the program, you will receive 10 credits at Level 4 (equivalent of first year University course).
If you are excited about providing support and care, flexible in order to work in a multidisciplinary team and keen to develop in a structured and supportive environment please do apply for this unique new role.
Sorting 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 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
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
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)
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work
Attend all relevant annual updates
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
An EEHN GP Assistant 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.
See EEHN GPA Job Description PDF for further details.
GP Assistant is a new role and provides a unique opportunity to work in NHS primary care team and implement a fulfilling role providing care for the local population along a team of GPs and other clinical and non-clinical members. A GPA 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. You can find below a detailed list of your expected duties.
You will be able to take part on a free University level structured training program for 6-9 months to help you acquire the skills for the job. You will have educational and clinical supervision by the primary care team. At the end of the program, you will receive 10 credits at Level 4 (equivalent of first year University course).
If you are excited about providing support and care, flexible in order to work in a multidisciplinary team and keen to develop in a structured and supportive environment please do apply for this unique new role.
Sorting 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 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
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
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)
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work
Attend all relevant annual updates
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
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