GP Assistant - Mental Health | Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 15 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,071 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 August 2025 |
| Location: | Chesterfield, S40 4AA |
| Company: | Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHSFT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7209733/166-NDPCN-7209733 |
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to offer the post of 2 GP Assistants - Mental Health Support for a fixed term 12 months working for North Derbyshire PCN.
• 1 x 37.5 hours per week - 12 month fixed term.
• 1 x 18.75 hours per week - 12 month fixed term.
This post has a primary focus on supporting patients with mental health conditions. As a Mental Healthand WellbeingGP Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting our Specialist Mental Health Practitioners and the wider Clinical team, monitoring patients' mental health, conducting necessary physical checks, and performing wellbeing check-in assessments for patients within the Chesterfield area.
The main responsibilities of the post include offering and booking appointments for patients, as well as providing appropriate signposting to other mental health services. While formal qualifications are not mandatory, relevant experience in managing mental health conditions and working in a healthcare environment is preferred.
There will be a necessity to undertake a GP Assistant Accredited programme dependent on current experience.
We offer staff a range of attractive benefits:
• Health and Wellbeing Support: A wide range of support including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, financial support and other support provided by Joined Up Care Derbyshire. Read more about our Health and Wellbeing Offer.
• Wellbeing Hub: An onsite facility accessible to all CRH, DSFS and RPC – including a fully equipped gym, showers, classes, and onsite counselling.
• Learning and development: A range of courses to help you grow in your career
• Discounts: Including Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.
• NHS Fleet Solutions: A cost-effective car leasing schemeincluding easy access to electric vehicles
Mental Health Monitoring:Assisting Specialist Mental Health Practitioners in monitoring and documenting the mental health progress of patients with mental health conditions, ensuring regular check-ins and updates are conducted.
Physical Health Checks: Conducting basic physical health checks, recording vital signs, and assisting in identifying any potential health issues related to mental health conditions.
Wellbeing Assessments: Administering wellbeing assessments to patients, gauging their overall mental and emotional wellbeing and reporting findings to the Specialist Mental Health Practitioners.
Appointment Booking:Scheduling appointments for patients, considering their mental health needs and ensuring appointments are efficiently managed.
Patient Support:Providing empathetic and compassionate support to patients dealing with
mental health challenges, offering a caring and non-judgmental environment.
Signposting and Referrals: Guiding patients to appropriate mental health services and resources based on their individual needs, including referrals to specialist mental health practitioners or organisations.
Communication:Maintaining effective communication with patients, colleagues, and external mental health service providers to ensure seamless patient care.
Documentation: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations.
Continuous Learning:Staying informed about advancements in mental health care.
Attending Courses and study days as required in line with the role of Mental Health GP Assistant. Mandatory Training Courses to be completed in addition to this.
This advert closes on Monday 28 Jul 2025
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