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Weymouth Bay Medical Practice

Practice Nurse

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice View all jobs

North East England

Permanent

Nurse Practitioner

GBP 32,062 - 39,041 per year

Posted 1 hour(s) ago

Reference: 2432066

Job summary

We are delighted to be expanding our team and are excited to offer an opportunity for a part-time enthusiastic and compassionate Practice Nurse, working up to 25 hours per week, to join our friendly, supportive, and progressive practice.

The successful applicant will provide high-quality, patient-centred nursing care to our patients, working both autonomously and as part of a team.

Salary:

Placement within this salary scale is negotiated based on skills and experience - £16.40-£19.97 per hour; £32,062 - £39,041 for 37.5 hours per week (pro rata) with the benefit of an NHS or NEST pension.

Hours:

Up to 25 hours per week (with a minimum of 10 hours per week). Exact hours and working pattern can be negotiated.

Closing Date: 9 November 2026

Interview Date: 17 November 2026

Informal visits to the Practice are welcomed. If this is somewhere you would like to work, please contact Heidi Crompton on 01305 774466.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of practice nursing services to the practice population. Supported by senior nurses within the practice, working collaboratively they will deliver care within the boundaries of their role, focusing upon supporting patients to be healthy, monitoring of long-term conditions, health prevention and screening activities.

Please see attached full job description.

About us

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice is a large friendly GP practice in Weymouth, Dorset (previously known as Royal Crescent and Preston Road Practice and Dorchester Road Practice) and both practices were inspected prior to the merge and were rated as Outstanding and Good by the Care Quality Commission.

The Practice cares for 26,500 patients with 3 purpose-built surgeries, one in the town centre of Weymouth (Royal Crescent Surgery), one in Lodmoor (Dorchester Road Surgery) and one on the outskirts, in the area of Preston (Preston Road Surgery).

We are a training practice with a dedicated team of 22 GP Partners and 60 nursing and administrative staff, and we value the contribution of each staff member.

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£32,062 to £39,041 a year 37.5 hours per week (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0953-26-0008

Job locations

25 Crescent Street

Weymouth

Dorset

DT4 7BY

United Kingdom

Dorchester Road Surgery

Dorchester Road

Weymouth

Dorset

DT4 7LE

United Kingdom

Preston Road Surgery

102 Preston Road

Weymouth

Dorset

DT3 6BB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST

In accordance with the NMC code of conduct the post holder will assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care to promote health and wellbeing, and prevent adverse effects. The post holder will be deemed competent in tasks undertaken following suitable induction, training, assessment and confirmation of competence where appropriate. The post holder is responsible for ensuring that competence is achieved prior to practice. The practice is responsible for providing the support and resources to achieve competence

2. MAIN DUTIES OF THE POST

a) Long Term Conditions

With appropriate training, participate in the annual care needs of patients with known long-term conditions based on the quality outcome framework (QOF). This may include diabetes, COPD and asthma, hypertension, cardio vascular disease, cancer, chronic kidney disease, epilepsy, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disease and chronic heart disease.

Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage patients to live healthily and apply principles of self-care.

In addition to carrying out basic reviews, the Practice Nurse may also manage long term conditions at the following levels of competency:

1) Competent nurse

2) Experienced or proficient nurse

3) Senior practitioner or expert nurse

b) Quality Outcomes Framework

Support the practice to achieve the General Medical Services contract by ensuring that Quality Outcome Framework (QOF) prompts are addressed and documentation incudes appropriate Read Codes.

c) Integrated MDT working

In order to reduce fragmentation of care for patients, the post holder is expected to promote and participate in integrated multi-disciplinary team working whereby colleagues from health and social care communicate and work in collaboration. The post holder is expected to liaise and make appropriate referrals to the wider MDT and attend multi-disciplinary team meetings and events within the community which promote and facilitate integrated MDT working.

Ensure appropriate knowledge of other local support services and ways of referring for example healthy living, and carers support.

d) Information Technology

Have a working knowledge of the SystmOne clinical system including chronic disease registers and templates. Maintain computerised patient records at the time of consultation. Review and process data using correct Read codes to ensure easy and accurate retrieval for monitoring and audit processes.

Use technology as an aid to management in planning, implementation monitoring, presenting and communicating information.

e) Health Promotion and Screening

Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition with appropriate screening and prevention strategies e.g. stopping smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, safe alcohol consumption.

Deliver appropriate opportunistic health promotion and screening wherever possible during all contact. This may include maintenance of notice boards and ordering of appropriate health promotion materials. Participate in planned health promotion such as new-patient medicals, NHS health checks as per practice policy and opportunistic blood pressure (BP) checks.

Manage information searches using the internet and local library databases, for example, the retrieval of relevant information for patients on their condition.

Provide information on the avoidance of slips, trips and falls.

Promote the uptake of NHS screening programmes for example cervical cytology, bowel cancer screening and breast screening or any other new programmes as they arise.

Advise patients to carry out appropriate self-checks such as breast and testicular self-examination.

Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology consultations.

f) Emergencies

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care such as seizure, collapse, cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, and anaphylaxis. Carry out regular checks of emergency equipment if delegated this task.

g) Injections

Administer intra dermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular and depo injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction as per practice protocol and best practice guidelines which may include: vaccinations, B12, depo-provera, neuroleptic drugs, GOLD, Zoladex.

h) Immunisations

Implement and participate in all vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children as per national immunisation programmes ensuring use of PGDs or PSDs as appropriate. Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of all vaccines and drugs. Participate in the regular refrigeration checks required to ensure maintenance of the cold chain and report immediately any breaks in this chain.

i) Wound Care Management

Promote wound avoidance by providing information on skin integrity and pressure relief; offer an assessment of vulnerable pressure areas in patients who may be at risk. Promote leg ulcer prevention by encouraging the use of hosiery and facilitating supply of stockings. Carry out dressings of wounds as per best practice guidelines and wound care formulary taking care to observe for poor healing or infection and ensure timely referral to GP or tissue viability specialist including the leg ulcer clinic. Facilitate other investigations as may be appropriate in poor healing for example diabetes screening. Carry out the removal of sutures and clips as directed by the clinician. Carry out Doppler assessments and perform multilayer bandaging for patients assessed with venous ulceration and ensure onward referral where appropriate. Support the health care assistants trained in wound care to carry out dressings where appropriate.

j) Ear Care Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions and advise patients about safe ear care.

k) Assisting Minor Surgery

Assist senior practitioners in providing minor-surgery sessions and other procedures such as fitting of coils and implants.

l) Cervical Cytology Undertake a programme of cervical cytology sampling under supervision until competent. Audit a minimum of 20 consecutive smears each year to demonstrate adequate sampling rates.

m) Venepuncture Carry out venepuncture as per practice protocol.

n) ECGs Carry out ECGs as per practice protocol.

o) Travel Health Advice and Vaccinations

Offer holistic approach to travel health including comprehensive advice and risk assessment. Assess, advise, support and where appropriate, administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad.

p) Supplies

Assist in the ordering and maintenance and checking of supplies and equipment as required by the practice and ensure stock rotation.

q) Teaching and mentor support

Participate in the mentorship of new or junior colleagues and students as required.

r) Change management

To have a positive attitude to the management of change and work in collaboration with the practice to create change to benefit the practice and patients.

S) Prescribing (for nurses with a recognised prescribing qualification)

Prescribe medications in accordance with NMC standards. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice. Ensure local medicines management policies are adhered to, annual declaration, ongoing training, updates and professional development. Maintain a professional portfolio. Ensure regular audit, review and appraisal of prescribing. Ensure any significant events or errors relating to prescribing are dealt with in an appropriate manner

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST

In accordance with the NMC code of conduct the post holder will assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care to promote health and wellbeing, and prevent adverse effects. The post holder will be deemed competent in tasks undertaken following suitable induction, training, assessment and confirmation of competence where appropriate. The post holder is responsible for ensuring that competence is achieved prior to practice. The practice is responsible for providing the support and resources to achieve competence

2. MAIN DUTIES OF THE POST

a) Long Term Conditions

With appropriate training, participate in the annual care needs of patients with known long-term conditions based on the quality outcome framework (QOF). This may include diabetes, COPD and asthma, hypertension, cardio vascular disease, cancer, chronic kidney disease, epilepsy, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disease and chronic heart disease.

Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that encourage patients to live healthily and apply principles of self-care.

In addition to carrying out basic reviews, the Practice Nurse may also manage long term conditions at the following levels of competency:

1) Competent nurse

2) Experienced or proficient nurse

3) Senior practitioner or expert nurse

b) Quality Outcomes Framework

Support the practice to achieve the General Medical Services contract by ensuring that Quality Outcome Framework (QOF) prompts are addressed and documentation incudes appropriate Read Codes.

c) Integrated MDT working

In order to reduce fragmentation of care for patients, the post holder is expected to promote and participate in integrated multi-disciplinary team working whereby colleagues from health and social care communicate and work in collaboration. The post holder is expected to liaise and make appropriate referrals to the wider MDT and attend multi-disciplinary team meetings and events within the community which promote and facilitate integrated MDT working.

Ensure appropriate knowledge of other local support services and ways of referring for example healthy living, and carers support.

d) Information Technology

Have a working knowledge of the SystmOne clinical system including chronic disease registers and templates. Maintain computerised patient records at the time of consultation. Review and process data using correct Read codes to ensure easy and accurate retrieval for monitoring and audit processes.

Use technology as an aid to management in planning, implementation monitoring, presenting and communicating information.

e) Health Promotion and Screening

Identify, and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition with appropriate screening and prevention strategies e.g. stopping smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, safe alcohol consumption.

Deliver appropriate opportunistic health promotion and screening wherever possible during all contact. This may include maintenance of notice boards and ordering of appropriate health promotion materials. Participate in planned health promotion such as new-patient medicals, NHS health checks as per practice policy and opportunistic blood pressure (BP) checks.

Manage information searches using the internet and local library databases, for example, the retrieval of relevant information for patients on their condition.

Provide information on the avoidance of slips, trips and falls.

Promote the uptake of NHS screening programmes for example cervical cytology, bowel cancer screening and breast screening or any other new programmes as they arise.

Advise patients to carry out appropriate self-checks such as breast and testicular self-examination.

Support and manage health needs of women presenting for cervical cytology consultations.

f) Emergencies

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care such as seizure, collapse, cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, and anaphylaxis. Carry out regular checks of emergency equipment if delegated this task.

g) Injections

Administer intra dermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular and depo injections under an individualised prescription or Patient Group Direction as per practice protocol and best practice guidelines which may include: vaccinations, B12, depo-provera, neuroleptic drugs, GOLD, Zoladex.

h) Immunisations

Implement and participate in all vaccination and immunisation programmes for both adults and children as per national immunisation programmes ensuring use of PGDs or PSDs as appropriate. Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of all vaccines and drugs. Participate in the regular refrigeration checks required to ensure maintenance of the cold chain and report immediately any breaks in this chain.

i) Wound Care Management

Promote wound avoidance by providing information on skin integrity and pressure relief; offer an assessment of vulnerable pressure areas in patients who may be at risk. Promote leg ulcer prevention by encouraging the use of hosiery and facilitating supply of stockings. Carry out dressings of wounds as per best practice guidelines and wound care formulary taking care to observe for poor healing or infection and ensure timely referral to GP or tissue viability specialist including the leg ulcer clinic. Facilitate other investigations as may be appropriate in poor healing for example diabetes screening. Carry out the removal of sutures and clips as directed by the clinician. Carry out Doppler assessments and perform multilayer bandaging for patients assessed with venous ulceration and ensure onward referral where appropriate. Support the health care assistants trained in wound care to carry out dressings where appropriate.

j) Ear Care Promote and deliver evidence-based care for patients presenting with aural conditions and advise patients about safe ear care.

k) Assisting Minor Surgery

Assist senior practitioners in providing minor-surgery sessions and other procedures such as fitting of coils and implants.

l) Cervical Cytology Undertake a programme of cervical cytology sampling under supervision until competent. Audit a minimum of 20 consecutive smears each year to demonstrate adequate sampling rates.

m) Venepuncture Carry out venepuncture as per practice protocol.

n) ECGs Carry out ECGs as per practice protocol.

o) Travel Health Advice and Vaccinations

Offer holistic approach to travel health including comprehensive advice and risk assessment. Assess, advise, support and where appropriate, administer vaccinations for patients travelling abroad.

p) Supplies

Assist in the ordering and maintenance and checking of supplies and equipment as required by the practice and ensure stock rotation.

q) Teaching and mentor support

Participate in the mentorship of new or junior colleagues and students as required.

r) Change management

To have a positive attitude to the management of change and work in collaboration with the practice to create change to benefit the practice and patients.

S) Prescribing (for nurses with a recognised prescribing qualification)

Prescribe medications in accordance with NMC standards. Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice. Ensure local medicines management policies are adhered to, annual declaration, ongoing training, updates and professional development. Maintain a professional portfolio. Ensure regular audit, review and appraisal of prescribing. Ensure any significant events or errors relating to prescribing are dealt with in an appropriate manner

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Knowledge of needs of patients with long-term conditions
Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse led service
Knowledge of health promotion strategies
Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care
Change-management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle
Communication skills, both written and verbal
Negotiation and conflict management skills
IT skills
Effective organisational and time management skills
Gets on well with people at all levels

Desirable

Ability to identify determinants on health in the local area
Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
Awareness of local and national health policy
Awareness of issues within the wider health economy
Clinical skills general practice nurse duties eg cervical cytology, immunisation and vaccination, ear care, minor surgery, wound care
Uses initiative

Experience

Essential

Nursing Experience

Desirable

Experience in primary care

Personal qualities

Essential

Flexibility
Enthusiasm
Positive attitude
Team player
Ability to work core hours
Flexibility for cover
Positive role model

Qualifications

Essential

Membership of a professional body, registered nurse (adult)

Desirable

Specialist Practitioner qualification
Diploma in chronic disease

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

Knowledge of needs of patients with long-term conditions
Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse led service
Knowledge of health promotion strategies
Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care
Change-management skills and ability to support patients to change lifestyle
Communication skills, both written and verbal
Negotiation and conflict management skills
IT skills
Effective organisational and time management skills
Gets on well with people at all levels

Desirable

Ability to identify determinants on health in the local area
Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
Awareness of local and national health policy
Awareness of issues within the wider health economy
Clinical skills general practice nurse duties eg cervical cytology, immunisation and vaccination, ear care, minor surgery, wound care
Uses initiative

Experience

Essential

Nursing Experience

Desirable

Experience in primary care

Personal qualities

Essential

Flexibility
Enthusiasm
Positive attitude
Team player
Ability to work core hours
Flexibility for cover
Positive role model

Qualifications

Essential

Membership of a professional body, registered nurse (adult)

Desirable

Specialist Practitioner qualification
Diploma in chronic disease

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice

Address

25 Crescent Street

Weymouth

Dorset

DT4 7BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.weymouthbaymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice

Address

25 Crescent Street

Weymouth

Dorset

DT4 7BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.weymouthbaymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice

GP Partner/ Salaried GP

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice View all jobs

North East England

Permanent

Nurse Practitioner

Posted 7 day(s) ago

Reference: 2415829

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated GPs to join our team at Dorchester Road Surgery. We welcome applications for the following opportunities:

- Partner, or

- Salaried GP with a view to becoming a Partner, or

- Salaried GP

We have up to 8 sessions per week available (minimum 4 sessions).

We offer:

- A Friendly and supportive working environment

- 22 Partners with a mix of full time and part time GPs who operate personal lists.

- GMS 26,500 patients across 3 sites.

- SystmOne with mobile working & a workflow document management team

- Social Practice GPs meet regularly to chat socially & discuss cases

- Reduced visit requirements thanks to visiting service

- NHS Pension Scheme

For Partners - High earning practice & property owning

For Salaried GP's - £11,900 per session.

Closing date: Monday 2nd November 2026

Interview date: Monday 9th November 2026

Main duties of the job

For more information about the roles and our practice, please contact Sandra Maddison (Practice Manager) on 07828 168558. We also welcome you to arrange an informal visit to our practice.

About us

Situated in the heart of beautiful Weymouth Bay, Weymouth Bay Medical Practice is a large friendly GP practice in Weymouth, Dorset (previously known as Royal Crescent and Preston Road Practice and Dorchester Road Practice) and both practices were inspected previously and were rated as Outstanding and Good by the Care Quality Commission.

The Practice has 26,500 patients with 3 purpose-built surgeries, one in the town centre of Weymouth (Royal Crescent Surgery), one in Lodmoor (Dorchester Road Surgery) and one on the outskirts, in the area of Preston (Preston Road Surgery).

We are a training practice with a dedicated team of 22 GP Partners and 70 nursing and administrative staff, and we value the contribution of each person.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A0953-26-0007

Job locations

Dorchester Road Surgery

179 Dorchester Road

Weymouth

Dorset

DT4 7LE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information, please see the attached Salaried GP job description.

If you would like to find out more about our partnership and would also like to book an informal visit to the surgery, please contact Sandra Maddison on 07828 168558 or email at [email protected]

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information, please see the attached Salaried GP job description.

If you would like to find out more about our partnership and would also like to book an informal visit to the surgery, please contact Sandra Maddison on 07828 168558 or email at [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MRCGP
Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
Full GMC Registration
Listed on the national Performers List

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MRCGP
Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
Full GMC Registration
Listed on the national Performers List

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice

Address

Dorchester Road Surgery

179 Dorchester Road

Weymouth

Dorset

DT4 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.weymouthbaymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice

Address

Dorchester Road Surgery

179 Dorchester Road

Weymouth

Dorset

DT4 7LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.weymouthbaymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Royal Crescent Surgery

HCA/Phlebotomist

Royal Crescent Surgery View all jobs

East of England

Permanent

Health Worker

Posted 9 day(s) ago

Reference: 2399221

Job summary

About the roleWe are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant / Phlebotomist to join our friendly practice team. You will provide phlebotomy and a range of routine HCA services, supporting our clinical team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.

Why work with us?You will be joining a welcoming and supportive team where your contribution is genuinely valued. We offer a friendly working environment, varied and rewarding work, and opportunities to develop your skills and grow within the role.

Main duties of the job

Main duties

Carry out phlebotomy and routine patient observations, including blood pressure, height, weight and BMI.
Undertake ECGs, NHS Health Checks and basic health monitoring, following appropriate training and competency assessment.
Support long-term condition reviews and health promotion.
Maintain accurate patient records and follow infection prevention and confidentiality procedures.
Work closely with the wider clinical team to provide safe, caring and patient-focused care.
Assist with other appropriate HCA duties in line with training, competence and practice needs.

About us

About Our Team

We are a friendly, hardworking and supportive practice team who take pride in providing high-quality care to our patients. We value teamwork, open communication and a positive approach, with everyone playing an important part in the smooth running of the practice.

We offer a welcoming and inclusive working environment where colleagues support one another and are encouraged to develop their skills. We work hard, but believe in maintaining a friendly atmosphere and recognising the contribution of every member of the team.

Benefits include:

Supportive and approachable colleagues
NHS Pension Scheme
Opportunities for training and professional development
Varied and rewarding work
A stable and friendly working environment
The opportunity to make a real difference to our patients and local community

Details

Date posted

07 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A1918-26-0000

Job locations

236 Prestbury Road

Cheltenham

Gloucestershire

GL52 3EY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

ob Purpose

To support the clinical team in providing high-quality, safe and effective care to patients of the practice.

The post holder will undertake phlebotomy and a range of Healthcare Assistant duties appropriate to their level of training and competence. They will work as part of the multidisciplinary practice team, contributing to health promotion, long-term condition monitoring, preventative care and the efficient running of treatment room services.

The post holder will work within agreed practice policies, protocols and procedures and will recognise and work within the limits of their professional competence.

Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesPhlebotomy

Undertake venepuncture for patients in accordance with practice procedures.
Confirm patient identity and ensure the correct blood tests have been requested.
Prepare, label and handle specimens accurately and safely.
Ensure specimens are stored and transported appropriately.
Maintain appropriate infection prevention and control procedures.
Recognise and respond appropriately to patients who become unwell during or following venepuncture.
Maintain accurate records of procedures undertaken.
Ensure appropriate stock levels of phlebotomy equipment and report shortages as required.

Healthcare Assistant Duties

Subject to appropriate training, assessment of competence and practice requirements, duties may include:

Blood pressure measurement and monitoring.
Height, weight and BMI measurements.
Pulse and other basic physiological observations.
Urinalysis and collection/preparation of specimens.
NHS Health Checks, where appropriately trained.
ECG recording.
Monitoring associated with long-term conditions in accordance with practice protocols.
Diabetic foot checks, where trained and competent.
Simple wound care and dressing changes, where appropriately trained.
Removal of sutures or clips, where appropriately trained.
Health promotion and lifestyle advice within agreed protocols.
Smoking status recording and appropriate signposting.
Assisting clinicians with procedures and examinations where required.
Chaperoning patients in accordance with the practice chaperone policy.
Preparing clinical rooms and equipment for surgeries, clinics and procedures.
Undertaking other clinical observations or procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.

Any additional clinical duties will only be undertaken where the employee has received appropriate training, has been assessed as competent and the activity has been delegated appropriately.

Infection Prevention and Control

The post holder will:

Follow practice infection prevention and control policies at all times.
Maintain high standards of hand hygiene and use personal protective equipment appropriately.
Clean and prepare clinical areas and equipment in accordance with practice procedures.
Dispose of clinical waste and sharps safely.
Report any infection prevention concerns, incidents or needlestick injuries promptly.
Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe clinical environment.

Patient Care

Treat all patients with dignity, respect, compassion and sensitivity.
Provide reassurance and support to patients who may be anxious about procedures.
Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues.
Recognise when a patient's needs or condition are outside the post holder's competence and seek assistance from an appropriate clinician.
Escalate concerns regarding a patient's physical or mental wellbeing promptly.

Clinical Administration and Record Keeping

Maintain clear, accurate and contemporaneous patient records.
Record observations, procedures and outcomes accurately on the clinical system.
Ensure specimens, forms and documentation are completed correctly.
Follow practice procedures relating to patient identification and confidentiality.
Assist with clinical stock control, ordering and rotation as required.
Check clinical equipment and report faults or concerns promptly.

Safeguarding

Be aware of responsibilities relating to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
Complete safeguarding training appropriate to the role.
Recognise potential safeguarding concerns and report these in accordance with practice procedures.
Work in accordance with local and national safeguarding policies.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

The post holder will:

Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Handle personal and clinical information securely and appropriately.
Comply with practice policies relating to confidentiality, information governance and data protection.
Only access patient information necessary for the performance of their duties.
Maintain confidentiality relating to patients, staff and the business of the practice.

Health and Safety

The post holder will:

Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of colleagues and patients.
Comply with practice health and safety procedures.
Report accidents, incidents, near misses and hazards promptly.
Use equipment safely and in accordance with training and manufacturer's instructions.
Participate in mandatory training as required.

Communication and Team Working

Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, HCAs, receptionists, administrators and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Communicate professionally with patients, carers and external organisations.
Participate in practice meetings and training where required.
Contribute positively to the development of the clinical team and practice services.
Support colleagues during periods of increased workload or absence where reasonably required.

Training and Development

The post holder will:

Participate in induction, mandatory training and ongoing professional development.
Maintain competence in phlebotomy and other delegated clinical activities.
Participate in competency assessments where required.
Attend relevant training and updates.
Participate in appraisal and performance reviews.
Identify personal learning needs and discuss these with their line manager.
Maintain appropriate evidence of training and competency.

Job description Job responsibilities ob PurposeTo support the clinical team in providing high-quality, safe and effective care to patients of the practice.The post holder will undertake phlebotomy and a range of Healthcare Assistant duties appropriate to their level of training and competence. They will work as part of the multidisciplinary practice team, contributing to health promotion, long-term condition monitoring, preventative care and the efficient running of treatment room services.The post holder will work within agreed practice policies, protocols and procedures and will recognise and work within the limits of their professional competence.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesPhlebotomyUndertake venepuncture for patients in accordance with practice procedures.Confirm patient identity and ensure the correct blood tests have been requested.Prepare, label and handle specimens accurately and safely.Ensure specimens are stored and transported appropriately.Maintain appropriate infection prevention and control procedures.Recognise and respond appropriately to patients who become unwell during or following venepuncture.Maintain accurate records of procedures undertaken.Ensure appropriate stock levels of phlebotomy equipment and report shortages as required.Healthcare Assistant DutiesSubject to appropriate training, assessment of competence and practice requirements, duties may include:Blood pressure measurement and monitoring.Height, weight and BMI measurements.Pulse and other basic physiological observations.Urinalysis and collection/preparation of specimens.NHS Health Checks, where appropriately trained.ECG recording.Monitoring associated with long-term conditions in accordance with practice protocols.Diabetic foot checks, where trained and competent.Simple wound care and dressing changes, where appropriately trained.Removal of sutures or clips, where appropriately trained.Health promotion and lifestyle advice within agreed protocols.Smoking status recording and appropriate signposting.Assisting clinicians with procedures and examinations where required.Chaperoning patients in accordance with the practice chaperone policy.Preparing clinical rooms and equipment for surgeries, clinics and procedures.Undertaking other clinical observations or procedures following appropriate training and competency assessment.Any additional clinical duties will only be undertaken where the employee has received appropriate training, has been assessed as competent and the activity has been delegated appropriately.Infection Prevention and ControlThe post holder will:Follow practice infection prevention and control policies at all times.Maintain high standards of hand hygiene and use personal protective equipment appropriately.Clean and prepare clinical areas and equipment in accordance with practice procedures.Dispose of clinical waste and sharps safely.Report any infection prevention concerns, incidents or needlestick injuries promptly.Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe clinical environment.Patient CareTreat all patients with dignity, respect, compassion and sensitivity.Provide reassurance and support to patients who may be anxious about procedures.Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues.Recognise when a patient's needs or condition are outside the post holder's competence and seek assistance from an appropriate clinician.Escalate concerns regarding a patient's physical or mental wellbeing promptly.Clinical Administration and Record KeepingMaintain clear, accurate and contemporaneous patient records.Record observations, procedures and outcomes accurately on the clinical system.Ensure specimens, forms and documentation are completed correctly.Follow practice procedures relating to patient identification and confidentiality.Assist with clinical stock control, ordering and rotation as required.Check clinical equipment and report faults or concerns promptly.SafeguardingBe aware of responsibilities relating to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk.Complete safeguarding training appropriate to the role.Recognise potential safeguarding concerns and report these in accordance with practice procedures.Work in accordance with local and national safeguarding policies.Confidentiality and Information GovernanceThe post holder will:Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.Handle personal and clinical information securely and appropriately.Comply with practice policies relating to confidentiality, information governance and data protection.Only access patient information necessary for the performance of their duties.Maintain confidentiality relating to patients, staff and the business of the practice.Health and SafetyThe post holder will:Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of colleagues and patients.Comply with practice health and safety procedures.Report accidents, incidents, near misses and hazards promptly.Use equipment safely and in accordance with training and manufacturer's instructions.Participate in mandatory training as required.Communication and Team WorkingWork collaboratively with GPs, nurses, HCAs, receptionists, administrators and other members of the multidisciplinary team.Communicate professionally with patients, carers and external organisations.Participate in practice meetings and training where required.Contribute positively to the development of the clinical team and practice services.Support colleagues during periods of increased workload or absence where reasonably required.Training and DevelopmentThe post holder will:Participate in induction, mandatory training and ongoing professional development.Maintain competence in phlebotomy and other delegated clinical activities.Participate in competency assessments where required.Attend relevant training and updates.Participate in appraisal and performance reviews.Identify personal learning needs and discuss these with their line manager.Maintain appropriate evidence of training and competency.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with members of the public.
Ability to provide a professional and caring service.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable

Previous experience working as an HCA or phlebotomist.
Previous experience within general practice or primary care.
Experience of using GP clinical systems.
Experience of carrying out ECGs, NHS Health Checks and long-term condition observations.
Training in infection prevention and control.
Safeguarding training.
Basic Life Support training.

Qualifications

Essential

Qualified in Phlebotomy
Good standard of general education, including literacy and numeracy.
Completed the HCA competency assessment training.

Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working with members of the public. Ability to provide a professional and caring service. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Desirable Previous experience working as an HCA or phlebotomist. Previous experience within general practice or primary care. Experience of using GP clinical systems. Experience of carrying out ECGs, NHS Health Checks and long-term condition observations. Training in infection prevention and control. Safeguarding training. Basic Life Support training. Qualifications Essential Qualified in Phlebotomy Good standard of general education, including literacy and numeracy. Completed the HCA competency assessment training.

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

Royal Crescent Surgery

Address

236 Prestbury Road

Cheltenham

Gloucestershire

GL52 3EY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.weymouthbaymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Crescent Surgery

Address

236 Prestbury Road

Cheltenham

Gloucestershire

GL52 3EY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.weymouthbaymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice

Medical Receptionist

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice View all jobs

North East England

Permanent

Admin and Clerical

GBP 24,517 - 27,102 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 2321699

Job summary

We are looking to expand our team and an exciting opportunity has become available for a highly motivated individual to join our friendly, supportive, and newly merged Weymouth Bay Medical Practice as a Medical Receptionist.

Full and Part time hours are available (hours can be negotiated) with a set weekly working pattern.

The salary is £12.71 - £14.05 per hour; £24,517 - £27,102 for 37 hours per week (pro rata) with the benefit of a NHS or NEST pension.

You should have excellent communication skills and have the ability to work as part of a diverse team. The successful candidate will also have strong IT and keyboard skills and be someone who can demonstrate empathy and tact with the ability to communicate with a range of people in an approachable and understanding manner.

If you are passionate about delivering outstanding healthcare and share our values, join us to support the achievement of our goals.

If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Victoria Boursnell-Brooks on 01305 774466, or email [email protected].

Closing Date: 25 September 2026

Formal Interview Date: 2 October 2026

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide reception duties for the practice, and communicate with patients, doctors and other clinical staff in a courteous, efficient and effective way. They will receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional and undertake a variety of duties to assist in the smooth running of the Practice, in accordance with agreed procedures, protocols and timescales. For a full list of duties, please refer to the job description. Previous experience in a busy receptionist role or customer service environment is desirable although full training will be given.

About us

Weymouth Bay Medical Practice is a large friendly GP practice in Weymouth, Dorset (previously known as Royal Crescent and Preston Road Practice and Dorchester Road Practice) and both practices were inspected previously and were rated as Outstanding and Good by the Care Quality Commission.

We are committed to continually improve the patient experience, whilst achieving high quality services and implementing innovative change and are looking to expand our reception team to support the Practice in doing this.

The Practice looks after 26,500 patients with 3 purpose-built surgeries, one in the town centre of Weymouth (Royal Crescent Surgery), one in Lodmoor (Dorchester Road Surgery) and one on the outskirts, in the area of Preston (Preston Road Surgery). We are a training practice with a dedicated team of 22 GP Partners and 60 nursing and administrative staff, and we value the contribution of each staff member.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,517 to £27,102 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A0953-26-0005

Job locations

Royal Crescent Surgery

25 Crescent Street

Weymouth

Dorset

DT4 7BY

United Kingdom

Preston Road Surgery

102 Preston Road

Weymouth

Dorset

DT36BB

United Kingdom

Dorchester Road Surgery

Dorchester Road

Weymouth

Dorset

DT47LE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Reception Duties

a) To welcome patients in a friendly manner and monitor the flow of patients into consulting and treatment rooms.

b) Answer incoming phone calls.

c) Signpost patients to the most appropriate service for their needs.

d) Make appointments for patients in accordance with the practice protocol.

e) Ensure that patients with an urgent need are seen in a logical and non-disruptive manner in accordance with the practice protocol.

f) Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover, ensure procedures are completed.

g) Advise patients in advance (where possible) of relevant charges for private services, accept payment and issue receipts for same.

h) Respond appropriately to all queries and requests for assistance from patients and other visitors.

i) Enter requests for home visits in the appropriate recording system, stating time received and including all relevant information and where necessary refer to the Duty Doctor.

j) Assist with queries regarding prescriptions and refer complex queries to the prescribing team..

k) Ensure reception and waiting areas are kept neat and tidy.

l) To conduct oneself in a professional manner maintaining courtesy, discretion and patience at all times.

m) Attend staff meetings and carry out any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post by the Operations Manager

n) To be flexible and work with colleagues to cover for absence due to holiday and sickness.

2. Management of Appointment Systems

a) Ensure total familiarity with all appointment systems in effect, including regular and incidental variations.

b) Book appointments ensuring sufficient information regarding the reason for the appointment (where appropriate) is recorded in accordance with the practice protocol.

3. Management of Medical Records

a) Where records are computerised, data input should be accurate and identifiable by always using personal ID login. ID login should be maintained by changing login ID when prompted by the system.

4. Start and end of day Procedures

a) May complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota.

5. Training

a) Undertake training where relevant to the tasks and responsibilities associated with the role and under the direction of your manager.

Perform any duty specifically delegated by your manager as being properly the responsibility of the role.

The tasks and responsibilities in this job description may change in the light of developments within the practice or practice and are subject to review.