GP Assistant

NHS

  • Bolton, Greater Manchester
  • £25,147-27,596 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 7 days ago
**Please note this application may close early due to volume of applications**The post-holder will support the GPs 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. The successful individual will perform clinical observations and skills on patients, under direction from the GP.Main duties of the jobKey Duties and Responsibilities:Reviewing and coding of clinical correspondence and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions required.Signposting correspondence to others members of the team such as clinical pharmacist etc.Arranging appointments, referrals, letters, tests and follow up appointments for patientsPreparing 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 & vaccinations within competences (following adequate training).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 in line with GPA Competency Framework 2Explaining treatment procedures to patientsHelping 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)About usBolton GP Federation is a collective vehicle where Boltons GP practices come together to deliver primary care, providing a place for collaboration, knowledge-sharing and coordination. The Federation is a voice of the priorities, needs and local intelligence of primary care into the wider healthcare system.We are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and we are proud of the services that we run, which include Primary Care Networks, Extended Primary Care, an Experienced Nurse Network and the Covid Vaccination Programme.Our mission is to improve health and care. We meet everyday health and care needs for people by connecting primary care systems and using creative thinking to develop, improve and support great local services.DetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£25,147 to £27,596 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference numberB0083-25-0016Job locationsFloor 2, The HubBold StreetBoltonLancashireBL1 1LSJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesKey Duties and Responsibilities:Reviewing and coding of clinical correspondence and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions required.Signposting correspondence to other members of the team such as clinical pharmacist etc.Arranging appointments, referrals, letters, tests and follow up appointments for patientsPreparing 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 & vaccinations within competences (following adequate training).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 in line with GPA Competency Framework 2Explaining treatment procedures to patientsHelping 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) Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesKey Duties and Responsibilities:Reviewing and coding of clinical correspondence and prioritising for the GP in terms of actions required.Signposting correspondence to other members of the team such as clinical pharmacist etc.Arranging appointments, referrals, letters, tests and follow up appointments for patientsPreparing 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 & vaccinations within competences (following adequate training).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 in line with GPA Competency Framework 2Explaining treatment procedures to patientsHelping 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)Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
  • Can carry out clinical, technical, scientific, or administrative duties according to established protocols or procedures, or systems of work.
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Strong organisational skills
  • IT literate
  • Willingness to work flexibly potentially across multiple sites
  • Good understanding of the importance of confidentiality
  • Demonstrates basic factual knowledge of field of work
  • Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills
Desirable
  • Previous experience of working in Primary Care/ or similar NHS setting
  • Experience of working as a General Practice Assistant
  • Experience of electronic patients records, particularly EMIS Web
  • Previous experience working one-to-one with patients
QualificationsEssential
  • English & Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
Desirable
  • HCA Training or equivalent in own field.
  • Practice receptionist training
  • Care Certificate
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
  • Can carry out clinical, technical, scientific, or administrative duties according to established protocols or procedures, or systems of work.
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Strong organisational skills
  • IT literate
  • Willingness to work flexibly potentially across multiple sites
  • Good understanding of the importance of confidentiality
  • Demonstrates basic factual knowledge of field of work
  • Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills
Desirable
  • Previous experience of working in Primary Care/ or similar NHS setting
  • Experience of working as a General Practice Assistant
  • Experience of electronic patients records, particularly EMIS Web
  • Previous experience working one-to-one with patients
QualificationsEssential
  • English & Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
Desirable
  • HCA Training or equivalent in own field.
  • Practice receptionist training
  • Care Certificate
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

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