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Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge with the opportunity to apply your existing knowledge and skills whilst also developing a new skillset?
Do you want to be at the forefront of a new role in the PCN making a difference to patient care?
If so, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a 6 month temporary contract for GP Assistant to join our PCN, working 14.5 hours per week. The successful applicants will work alongside the PCN team to support healthcare professionals, patients and carers.
You will be part of an innovative multidisciplinary team working across the Bridgedale PCN to support and assist the GP practices within the PCN.
We are looking for dynamic and pro-active GP Assistant on a fixed term 6 month contract to assist in improving patient outcomes and support the primary care workforce in general practice.
You will be based at:
Roslea Surgery
Riverside Medical Centre
The Ryan Medical Centre
New Longton Surgery
Lostock Hall Medical Centre
Other associated PCN sites
We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
We are to committed to meeting and upholding the principles of the GDPR.
Main duties of the job
Bridgedale PCN is looking for a Part time GP Assistant to work 14.5 hours for a temporary 6 months contract. The successful candidates will work across the patch, within the PCN Practices, Community Teams and across the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
GP Assistant will deal with patients and, if appropriate, their carer, before or after the patients consultation with a clinician or other healthcare professional.
The GP Assistant role requires them to be able to work with, and understand the roles of, a variety of different people working in the practice and across the PCN including doctors, nurses, healthcare assistants, social prescribing link workers, physiotherapists, paramedics, health and wellbeing coaches, and pharmacy technicians and assist the care home team.
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.
About us
GP practices have been working together in our area for years and formed BridgedalePrimary Care Network (PCN).Bridegale Primary Care Network is made up of GP registered patient lists for Roslea Surgery, Riverside Medical Centre, Lostock Hall Medical Centre, New Longton Surgery and the Ryan Medical Centre. We serve a community of around 36,000 people. We are small enough to provide the personal care valued by our people and large enough to have impact and economies of scale through better collaboration.
As a Primary Care Network we are working hard to deliver on the national NHS England network contract that commenced in July 2019 and continues to March 2024.
This includes the following areas of focus:
anticipatory care
cardiovascular disease prevention and diagnosis
enhancing health in care homes
early diagnosis of cancer
tackling neighbourhood inequalities
structured medication reviews
social prescribing reviews
So as a primary care network ,with its member practices working ever closer together, it is important to establish shared core values which not only enables us to adapt, but to do so in the way that we all feel is right for our patients and staff. The outstanding contributions from Ryan, Roslea and Riverside surgeries in developing Bridgedales SHINE values is a key milestone and prepares the ground for the future.
Our Vision:To deliver excellent patient care and support our patients and staff health and wellbeing.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14.11 an hour
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A0299-26-0009
Job locations
Riverside Medical Centre
194 Victoria Road
Walton-le-dale
Preston
PR54AY
United Kingdom
Roslea Surgery
51 Station Road
Bamber Bridge
Preston
PR5 6PE
United Kingdom
The Ryan Medical Centre
St. Marys Road
Bamber Bridge
Preston
PR5 6JD
United Kingdom
Lostock Hall Medical Centre
Brownedge Road
Lostock Hall
Preston
PR5 5AD
United Kingdom
New Longton Surgery
2 Churchside
New Longton
Preston
PR4 4LU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
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)
Support the GP with immunisations/wound care.
Extracting information from clinical letters that needs coding, adding this to patient notes.
Supporting with QOF and IIF reviews.
Supporting Care Home Team with reviews and admin.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
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)
Support the GP with immunisations/wound care.
Extracting information from clinical letters that needs coding, adding this to patient notes.
Supporting with QOF and IIF reviews.
Supporting Care Home Team with reviews and admin.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 year experience of working with healthcare professionals and or previous experience in the NHS or social care or relevant field
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting where influence and negotiation is required
- Experience of coordinating and liaising with multiple stakeholders or individuals to meet specified outcomes
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Forward thinker
- High level of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Able to work in a changing environment
- Able to collate and disseminate voluminous and sometimes complex information.
- Proven record of excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent motivational and influencing skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to deal with service users sensitively.
- Able to prioritise and manage own workload.
- Ability to analyse and interpret information and present results in a clear and concise manner
- Excellent organisational and administration skills
- Good IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Good knowledge of MS Office and Outlook
- Effective time management skills
- Awareness of data protection and confidentiality issues
- Able to work independently, prioritise own workload and as a team member
- Problem solving skills.
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.
- Commitment to person-centred care
- Able to build and maintain relationships whilst maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Demonstrate a willingness to participate in shaping the future of the organisation by taking on responsibilities and projects in addition to core workload
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
- Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness, and common sense.
Desirable
- Experience of using technology and digital tools to support health and wellbeing.
- Experience of Primary Care
Essential Requirements
Essential
- Have access to a car and being in possession of a full current driving license and business insurance
- Ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis including to visit people in their own home
Desirable
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours and weekends.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent.
Desirable
- NVQ 3 or equivalent and/or relevant basic/first level professional qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 year experience of working with healthcare professionals and or previous experience in the NHS or social care or relevant field
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting where influence and negotiation is required
- Experience of coordinating and liaising with multiple stakeholders or individuals to meet specified outcomes
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Forward thinker
- High level of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Able to work in a changing environment
- Able to collate and disseminate voluminous and sometimes complex information.
- Proven record of excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent motivational and influencing skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to deal with service users sensitively.
- Able to prioritise and manage own workload.
- Ability to analyse and interpret information and present results in a clear and concise manner
- Excellent organisational and administration skills
- Good IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Good knowledge of MS Office and Outlook
- Effective time management skills
- Awareness of data protection and confidentiality issues
- Able to work independently, prioritise own workload and as a team member
- Problem solving skills.
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.
- Commitment to person-centred care
- Able to build and maintain relationships whilst maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Demonstrate a willingness to participate in shaping the future of the organisation by taking on responsibilities and projects in addition to core workload
- An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
- Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness, and common sense.
Desirable
- Experience of using technology and digital tools to support health and wellbeing.
- Experience of Primary Care
Essential Requirements
Essential
- Have access to a car and being in possession of a full current driving license and business insurance
- Ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis including to visit people in their own home
Desirable
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours and weekends.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent.
Desirable
- NVQ 3 or equivalent and/or relevant basic/first level professional qualification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Riverside Medical Centre
Address
Riverside Medical Centre
194 Victoria Road
Walton-le-dale
Preston
PR54AY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.riversidemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Riverside Medical Centre
Address
Riverside Medical Centre
194 Victoria Road
Walton-le-dale
Preston
PR54AY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.riversidemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)