General Practice Assistant - Liberty PCN
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 20 Ionawr 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | £25,000.00 i £30,000.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £25000.00 - £30000.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 03 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Romford, RM7 0JU |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | B0167-26-0000 |
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We do not offer Visa Sponsership JOB SUMMARY The post holder will be trained to support the streamlining of clinics by performing more routine administration and clinical tasks to provide the GP with greater capacity to focus on the patient. The role of the General Practice Assistant (GPA) within Havering Liberty PCN will be developed with the support of a GP Mentor and the local Training Hub Provider to complete an accredited training programme. If the post holder is already an accredited GPA this will be discussed and clarified, as well as establishing primary care experience during the interview process. Training and support The GPA position provides substantial opportunities for both educational advancement and professional growth. This role will be tailored according to the specific needs of the PCN, with all training conducted during employment. The GPA will be assigned a GP mentor within the PCN. If not yet accredited, the post holder will complete a 6 to 9-month self-directed learning programme. The role includes protected learning time, comprising half a day for independent study and half a day for mentor supervision. Key Responsibilities The GP Assistant will be trained in to: Sort and prioritise clinical post, directing some to other healthcare professionals. Extract information from clinical letters for coding and medical records. Handle routine clinical post directly (e.g. DNA letters, 2WW). Arrange appointments, referrals, and follow-ups. Prepare patients for attendance at the GP appointment, taking brief histories and basic readings. Perform urine tests, take blood pressure, ECGs, and phlebotomy. Complete basic forms for the GPs approval and signature. Explain treatment procedures and arrange follow-ups. Assist the GP in liaising with outside agencies. Support the GP with immunisations and wound care. Carry out tasks set by the PCN Leadership Team and the wider PCN multidisciplinary team to meet the Network Contract DES requirements. To support the PCN with wider stakeholder engagement by representation at local resident events