Job summary

Staffa Health is looking for a Patient Services Coordinator to join our busy practice reception team to work at all of our three sites based in Tibshelf, Stonebroom & Holmewood. The contracted hours are for 24 hours per week, 6 hours per day, over 4 days, working a mixture mornings and afternoons between the hours of 7.30am - 18.30pm, Monday to Friday; although extra cover will be required for sickness and annual leave. We are a large, friendly and innovative practice, with a focus on the highest quality of care for our patients. We are rated as an outstanding practice by the Care Quality Commission and are looking for a Patient Services Coordinator that can contribute to sustaining and further improving the exceptional level of care we provide.

WE NO LONGER ALLOW EMPLOYEES TO BE PATIENTS AT STAFFA HEALTH. IF APPLICANTS ARE PATIENTS, THEY WILL BE ASKED TO REGISTER AT ANOTHER GP SURGERY IN THE LOCAL AREA ONCE APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFUL.

Main duties of the job

Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery.

Deal with all general enquiries, explain procedures and make new and follow-up urgent and routine appointments with all members of the Primary Healthcare Team.

Communicate clearly and effectively with other team members, patients and carers.

Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

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

Register new patients to the practice onto the clinical system promptly and accurately having knowledge of the practice area.

Act as chaperone for patients as necessary

Enter requests for home visits onto the clinical system, ensuring to carefully record all relevant details and referring to the on-call doctor where necessary.

Action repeat prescription requests and ensure that they are ready for collection by the patient within 48 hours.

Liaise with the pharmacists in the issuing of prescriptions

Advise patients of relevant charges for private (non General Medical Services) services, accept payment and issue receipts for same.

About us

We are a large, supportive, friendly and innovative practice, with a focus on the highest quality of care for our patients. We are rated as an outstanding practice by the Care Quality Commission

Situated in a semi-rural community, close to the Peak District we have 17,214 patients, we provide services over 3 sites and utilise the clinical systems SystmOne and AccuRx. We are a training practice for Trainee GPs, medical students and student nurses. We are a pro-active and innovative practice and this role provides a great opportunity for you to make a difference through the support you provide to the team.

Job summary

Full-time Consultant Neurologist at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust with a special interest in acute neurology and headache disordersin both inpatient and outpatient settings, the candidate will be expected to provide sub-specialty expertise to complement the delivery of a high quality, comprehensive Neurology service by the department. As of August 2026, neurology services in NUH is expected to expand bed base and move from a shared ward to a separate full warded bed base. This means increase consultant responsibility during oncalls. This will take place alongside restructuring our acute neurology provision from the current model.

NUH recognises the ongoing need for a General Internal Medicine (GIM) ward as a core component of acute medical service provision. To support this requirement and ensure sustainable ward staffing, all newly appointed consultants will have 0.5 WTE of their job plan allocated to GIM ward activity.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to do a mix of general neurology clinic and subspecialty clinics. Booking criteria for general neurology clinics are per the ABN guidance with 30 minutes allocated for a new patient and 15 minutes for each follow up patient. It is expected 5 patients are booked into each general neurology clinic and the rest of the clinic can be follow up slots. Each Clinic session is usually 4 hours. The number of clinics expected to be performed by the successful candidate is included in the job plan attached.

The post-holder will be responsible for the care of patients in his or her charge. The successful applicant will also be expected to contribute to the delivery of teaching and training to students at Nottingham University Medical School, as well as to contribute to the teaching, training and supervision of Specialist Trainees in Neurology, who are in the East Midlands Deanery training programme

About us

Clinical Neurology forms part of the Nottingham Regional Neuroscience Unit and serves the population of Nottingham. It also provides an outreach neurological service to Kings Mill Hospital in Mansfield. We continue to engage with other peripheral hospitals and support their neurology services as needed

The delivery of Inpatient Care is on a "Consultant of the Week" (COTW) system, and the post-holder will contribute to what is currently a 1 in 15 rota. The neurology ward is a shared area with neurosurgery, and on average we have around 30 neurology inpatients on the neurology or outlying wards during the oncall week. In addition the CotW supervises the oncall take consisting of inpatients referred for neurology advice by other specialities.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum

Contract

Locum

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

164-8163745

Job locations

Queen's Medical Centre Campus

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for the detailed job description and main responsibilities, plus the suggested job plan for this consultant post.

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for the detailed job description and main responsibilities, plus the suggested job plan for this consultant post.

Person Specification

Professional Registration

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• Eligible to be included on the specialist register (or CCT expected within 6 months)

Desirable

• Further higher training or qualification MD or PhD

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCP (UK) or equivalent CCT/CESR or European Right to Work

Desirable

• Higher Professional Degree SCE

Experience

Essential

• Have trained in part or whole at a recognised neurology centre. In total four years training in neurology at SpR/ST level or equivalent

Desirable

• Development of subspecialty interest to compliment the dept

Experience

Essential

• Evidenced clinical skills as described in the job description
• Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals

Desirable

• Specific Training in Communication Skills
• Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors

Management Skills

Essential

• Ability to develop, present an operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery
• Able to delegate appropriately
• Able to work in a team

Desirable

• Higher Management Degree or Qualification or Training
• Experience of Change Management

Personal Skills

Essential

• Able to use Trust's IT support systems

Teaching, Audit and Research

Essential

• Evidence or participation in Clinical Audit
• Able to teach and support junior staff effectively

Desirable

• Original Research Publications
• Higher teaching degree or qualification or training

Person Specification Professional Registration Essential Full GMC Registration Eligible to be included on the specialist register (or CCT expected within 6 months) Desirable Further higher training or qualification MD or PhD Qualifications Essential MRCP (UK) or equivalent CCT/CESR or European Right to Work Desirable Higher Professional Degree SCE Experience Essential Have trained in part or whole at a recognised neurology centre. In total four years training in neurology at SpR/ST level or equivalent Desirable Development of subspecialty interest to compliment the dept Experience Essential Evidenced clinical skills as described in the job description Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals Desirable Specific Training in Communication Skills Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors Management Skills Essential Ability to develop, present an operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery Able to delegate appropriately Able to work in a team Desirable Higher Management Degree or Qualification or Training Experience of Change Management Personal Skills Essential Able to use Trust's IT support systems Teaching, Audit and Research Essential Evidence or participation in Clinical Audit Able to teach and support junior staff effectively Desirable Original Research Publications Higher teaching degree or qualification or 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

Queen's Medical Centre Campus

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

Queen's Medical Centre Campus

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Kingswood Medical Centre has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive team for 4 8 sessions per week. We are flexible on start dates and are focused on finding the right person who shares our values and commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

At Kingswood, we believe that delivering excellent patient care starts with supporting the wellbeing of our team.

We operate a total triage model. Previous experience of working in a total triage practice would be advantageous, but it is not essential as full support and induction will be provided.There is no traditional Duty GP role at this surgery. Triage GP is the on-call GP.

As part of the role, one day a week will be dedicated to the triage doctor, managing same-day clinical queries online and providing support for urgent patient care within our experienced clinical team when needed. However, the triage GP is adequately supported by the rest of the team on the day.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a GP who is approachable, adaptable, and enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues to provide outstanding care for our patients while contributing to the continued success and development of the practice.

About us

Kingswood Medical Centre is a thriving GP practice based in Basildoncaring for approximately 10,500 patients. We are committed to providing compassionate, patient-centred care in a friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

We are an GMS, non-dispensing practice, operating a total triage model.We are a training practice, hence we promote teaching and education in our practice.

We do not have a home visiting for our clinicians, this service is provided by our strong PCN. We are proud of the high standard of care we provide and are rated Good by the CQC. We consistently achieve excellent QOF outcomes and are committed to continuous quality improvement.We place a strong emphasis on supporting the development of our team, encouraging ongoing learning and providing opportunities for colleagues to expand their skills and progress in their careers.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience starts from £11,000 per session - negotiable DOE

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

29728-4

Job locations

Clayhill Road

Basildon

Essex

SS16 5AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate)
• Be on the NHSE medical performers list

Experience

Essential

• Passionate about delivering excellent patient care
• A team player who enjoys collaborative working
• Innovative and adaptable within modern general practice
• Committed to continuous professional development
• Keen to contribute to the future direction of the practice
• Contribute to QOF and IIF where possible

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Fully qualified GP with GMC registration Annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate) Be on the NHSE medical performers list Experience Essential Passionate about delivering excellent patient care A team player who enjoys collaborative working Innovative and adaptable within modern general practice Committed to continuous professional development Keen to contribute to the future direction of the practice Contribute to QOF and IIF where possible

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

Clayhill Road

Basildon

Essex

SS16 5AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

Clayhill Road

Basildon

Essex

SS16 5AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Youll lead the Patients Welcome Team, ensuring every patient receives a professional, efficient, and friendly experience from the moment they arrive.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the smooth running of the reception and waiting areas, supporting front-line colleagues, and ensuring the site remains safe, compliant, and welcoming.

Youll oversee day-to-day operations at the front desk, manage your teams workload and rotas and collaborate with clinical, non-clinical, and central teams to continually improve the patient experience.

Main duties of the job

Team Leadership and Management

• Lead the Welcome Team to consistently deliver a welcoming, high-quality service for all patients attending the practice.
• Manage rotas, schedules, and staffing levels to ensure adequate cover and effective workload distribution.
• Provide supervision, support, and coaching to the team - including induction, ongoing training, and performance reviews.
• Address day-to-day team issues or performance concerns in collaboration with the Site Manager and HR.
• Support the onboarding, and development of new team members.
• Conduct regular team meetings and contribute to wider staff and patient group meetings to ensure communication and feedback loops are maintained.
• Foster a culture that reflects our values of professionalism, empathy, and accountability.

Front of House Operations

• Oversee the smooth running of daily front-desk operations, ensuring patients are welcomed and checked in efficiently.
• Ensure patient contact details and key health information are validated and updated at each visit.
• Monitor appointment books to identify and correct scheduling issues, coordinating with central teams as needed.
• Engage with patients to gather feedback, support health awareness campaigns, and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
• Being the role model by demonstrating bestpractice technique and professional conduct when taking vital observations
• Monitor service performance indicators and review data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Work with Service Managers and wider teams to implement new systems and processes that enhance service delivery.
• Provide building inductions and tours for visitors, new staff, and temporary workers.

About us

Penrose Health is on a mission to deliver outstanding healthcare to every patient we serve.

We care for 75,000+ people across 9 sites in South East London, supported by a team of 200+ clinicians and staff. Our model is built on permanent, diverse teams, strong governance, and a clear focus on continuity, quality, and access.

We work closely with NHS partners to deliver a full range of services from routine checks to complex, long-term care backed by robust systems and a culture of continuous improvement.

We're proud to hold a CQC "Good" rating and consistently receive strong feedback from patients.

Learn more at penrosehealth.co.uk.

Job summary

This role is fundamentally a player-manager role - you will be working with your team to make sure your service area delivers effectively - both as a whole and taking on a proportion of work to role model to your team best ways of working and how to efficiently execute.

The Team Lead is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and coordination of their allocated function, ensuring work is delivered efficiently, accurately and to a high standard. They will monitor workload, productivity, quality and capacity across the team, taking proactive action to address issues and maintain service performance.

Main duties of the job

Leading the team

• Lead the referrals function and pathology results service across multiple GP practices
• Support colleagues with complex referral queries and complex pathology cases
• Monitor workload, quality, turnaround times and performance across both functions
• Enjoy developing people and coaching others while still delivering your own workload
• Combine operational leadership with hands-on delivery

Hands-on delivery

• Personally process referrals and pathology results alongside your team
• Ensure urgent referrals are prioritised appropriately, and urgent pathology results are actioned promptly

Improving the service

• Improve referral processes and documentation
• Improve pathology processes and SOPs
• Work closely with clinicians, GPs and secondary care providers

About us

Penrose Health is on a mission to deliver outstanding healthcare to every patient we serve.

We care for 75,000+ people across 9 sites in South East London, supported by a team of 200+ clinicians and staff. Our model is built on permanent, diverse teams, strong governance, and a clear focus on continuity, quality, and access.

We work closely with NHS partners to deliver a full range of services from routine checks to complex, long-term care backed by robust systems and a culture of continuous improvement.

We're proud to hold a CQC "Good" rating and consistently receive strong feedback from patients.

Learn more at penrosehealth.co.uk.

Job summary

Birchwood Medical Centre is seeking an experienced, conscientious, flexible and reliable part-time receptionist/patient adviser to join our busy reception team.

This is a part-time post working 20 hours per week as follows:

Monday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm (with half hour break)

Wednesday 8.30 am - 1.00 pm

Friday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm (with one hour break)

You will also be required to help cover for colleagues on annual/sick leave. The practice opening times are 8.00 am to 6.30 pm.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant must have:

• Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Be enthusiastic and organised with excellent computer skills
• Be able to remain calm under pressure
• Be flexible and able to adapt to change
• Have ability to work as part of a team or alone with minimum supervision

About us

Birchwood Medical Centre is a busy GP practice with 11,000 patients. We have 3 GP partners and 7 salaried GP's, an ANP, practice nurses, a nursing associate, HCA/phlebotomists and an expanding complement of ARRs staff. Our administrative team consists of receptionists, administrators, scanning/coding administrators and medical secretaries.

We strive to deliver the best care at all times for our patients whilst providing a friendly, caring environment for both our patients and staff.

Job summary

St Peters Surgery are looking to recruit a PA to the Management Team. The successful applicant will work alongside a friendly and supportive Business Manager and Operations Manager, providing administrative assistance in all aspects of their day to day role.

You will benefit from a structured induction/training period - though previous experience of working in Primary Care would be beneficial.

Main duties of the job

To provide administration support to the Management Team in the effective coordination of the day-to-day running of St Peters Surgery, ensuring that the staff and organisation as a whole meets its agreed aims and objectives within a safe, efficient and effective working environment. The post-holder will contribute to the delivery of high quality GMS services and adherence to both local and national guidance.

About us

St Peters Surgery is a purpose built medical centre based near the heart of Walsall. Our 5 GP Partners, 1 salaried GP, 2 Practice Nurses, 2 HCA's and strong team of other clinical staff including Pharmacists, Paramedics, Physiotherapists and Social Prescribers - provide care to our list of 10,000 patients.

Friendly and experencied reception, medical secretary and administration teams support the clinicians, as we strive to provide the best possible patient care.

Job summary

The General Practice Clinical Lead will provide clinical leadership within a GP practice

managed by the Salus GP Federation. The role ensures the delivery of high quality,

patient-centred care while supporting the practice in aligning with the strategic objectives

of Salus. The Clinical Lead will represent the practice and Salus at regular Farnborough

PCN meetings, contributing to the delivery of integrated care across the local system.

Working closely with the Practice Manager, Director of Operation and Medical Director of

Salus, the Clinical Lead will maintain clinical excellence and oversee service development.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Lead at Mayfield Medical Centre will provide visible clinical leadership across the practice, supporting the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care. Working closely with the Practice Manager and multidisciplinary team, the postholder will lead on clinical governance, quality improvement, service development and operational delivery. They will help ensure the practice meets all contractual, regulatory and quality requirements while promoting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

About us

Salus is a GP Federation which was formed by the local GP practices within North East Hampshire and Farnham. This Includes practices located in Aldershot, Farnborough, Fleet, Farnham & Yateley. We hold several contracts supporting primary care to deliver services on behalf of those practices, helping them work better together and with other healthcare providers leading to improved patient services and developing new ones due to constant changes in the Primary Care environment.

We also assist practices with admin, operational and HR support and facilitate shared learning across localities. By engaging with the public, we also help ensure that services are designed and developed with patient and public involvement.

The staff at Salus Medical Services have a wealth of experience working in general practice and therefore a good understanding of the opportunities and challenges faced.

Job summary

Rotherfield and The Brook Surgeries are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our friendly and supportive team on a flexible bank basis, with the potential for a permanent position.

This role is ideal for an autonomous, experienced primary care clinician who enjoys managing undifferentiated presentations and providing high-quality patient-centred care. You will undertake telephone and face-to-face consultations, assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, prescribe independently, and work collaboratively within our multidisciplinary team.

Our practices use Total Clinical Triage to manage all incoming patient requests, and you will play a key role within this model. Full training and support will be provided to ensure you feel confident working within our systems and processes.

We are looking for clinicians with significant experience in primary care who are confident working independently while recognising the value of teamwork, clinical governance and continuous learning.

Whether you are looking for occasional bank sessions or more regular work alongside your existing commitments, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will work as an autonomous Advanced Clinical/Nurse Practitioner within our multidisciplinary team, delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care across a broad range of clinical presentations.

You will undertake telephone and face-to-face consultations, assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and acute illness, provide appropriate treatment, prescribe independently, request and interpret investigations, and refer patients to other services where appropriate.

You will be expected to work within your scope of practice while demonstrating excellent clinical judgement and recognising when advice or escalation is required.

Our practices operate a Total Clinical Triage model, and you will contribute fully to this service following an appropriate induction.

In addition to direct patient care, you will maintain accurate clinical records using SystmOne, contribute to clinical governance and quality improvement activities, and work collaboratively with GPs, Nurses, HCAs, Pharmacists and the wider practice team to deliver high-quality care.

This is a flexible bank role providing cover for annual leave, sickness absence and periods of increased demand, with the opportunity for more regular sessions and the potential for a permanent position.

About us

Sussex Primary Care run a number of GP Practices across Sussex providing excellent primary care in the heart of the community. We are a learning organisation that listens to our team of staff, patients and partners to guide our future. At the heart of our vision are our patients and their needs.

Sussex Primary Cares Values

Be patient-focussed in everything we do

Support staff to be the best they can be

Innovate, learn and evaluate

Details

Date posted

30 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£29.01 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

U0087-26-0038

Job locations

The Brook Medical Centre

Crowborough Hill

Crowborough

East Sussex

TN6 2ED

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job DescriptionJob Title

Bank Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) / Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)

Reports To

ACP Clinical Lead and GP Clinical Lead

Accountable To

Practice Manager

Hours

Bank Contract Flexible Sessions Available

Job Purpose

Rotherfield and The Brook Surgeries are seeking an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to provide autonomous, high-quality clinical care across our two-site rural practice.

The successful applicant will be an experienced primary care clinician who is confident managing undifferentiated presentations, making complex clinical decisions and working independently within their scope of practice. The role involves delivering both telephone and face-to-face consultations within our Total Clinical Triage model, supporting same-day demand as well as planned care.

This post is intended for clinicians with established experience in UK General Practice. It is not suitable for newly qualified ACPs or clinicians requiring a preceptorship or a high level of supervision.

The role provides flexible bank cover for annual leave, sickness absence and periods of increased clinical demand, with the opportunity for regular sessions and the potential for a permanent position.

Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesClinical Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous assessment, diagnosis and management of patients presenting with undifferentiated, acute and chronic conditions.
• Undertake telephone, video and face-to-face consultations as clinically appropriate.
• Independently prescribe within professional competence and current legislation.
• Request, interpret and act upon investigations.
• Develop evidence-based management plans.
• Refer appropriately to secondary care, community services and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Recognise deteriorating patients and initiate appropriate escalation.
• Deliver health promotion, disease prevention and self-management advice.
• Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate.

Clinical Governance

• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous records using SystmOne.
• Work in accordance with NICE guidance, national policy and local clinical protocols.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
• Report incidents and contribute to significant event reviews where appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with safeguarding, infection prevention, information governance and health and safety policies.
• Maintain professional registration, indemnity and continuing professional development.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with GPs, ACPs, Nurses, HCAs, Pharmacists and the wider practice team.
• Participate fully in the practice's Total Clinical Triage model.
• Communicate effectively to ensure safe continuity of patient care.
• Contribute positively to a supportive, respectful and learning-focused team culture.

Professional Responsibilities

• Work within the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Practise within the standards of your professional regulator and recognised Advanced Clinical Practice frameworks.
• Participate in appraisal, clinical supervision and mandatory training.
• Maintain competence through ongoing education and reflective practice.

Job description Job responsibilities Job DescriptionJob TitleBank Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) / Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)Reports ToACP Clinical Lead and GP Clinical LeadAccountable ToPractice ManagerHoursBank Contract Flexible Sessions AvailableJob PurposeRotherfield and The Brook Surgeries are seeking an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to provide autonomous, high-quality clinical care across our two-site rural practice.The successful applicant will be an experienced primary care clinician who is confident managing undifferentiated presentations, making complex clinical decisions and working independently within their scope of practice. The role involves delivering both telephone and face-to-face consultations within our Total Clinical Triage model, supporting same-day demand as well as planned care.This post is intended for clinicians with established experience in UK General Practice. It is not suitable for newly qualified ACPs or clinicians requiring a preceptorship or a high level of supervision.The role provides flexible bank cover for annual leave, sickness absence and periods of increased clinical demand, with the opportunity for regular sessions and the potential for a permanent position.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesProvide autonomous assessment, diagnosis and management of patients presenting with undifferentiated, acute and chronic conditions.Undertake telephone, video and face-to-face consultations as clinically appropriate.Independently prescribe within professional competence and current legislation.Request, interpret and act upon investigations.Develop evidence-based management plans.Refer appropriately to secondary care, community services and the wider multidisciplinary team.Recognise deteriorating patients and initiate appropriate escalation.Deliver health promotion, disease prevention and self-management advice.Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate.Clinical GovernanceMaintain accurate and contemporaneous records using SystmOne.Work in accordance with NICE guidance, national policy and local clinical protocols.Participate in audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.Report incidents and contribute to significant event reviews where appropriate.Maintain compliance with safeguarding, infection prevention, information governance and health and safety policies.Maintain professional registration, indemnity and continuing professional development.Team WorkingWork collaboratively with GPs, ACPs, Nurses, HCAs, Pharmacists and the wider practice team.Participate fully in the practice's Total Clinical Triage model.Communicate effectively to ensure safe continuity of patient care.Contribute positively to a supportive, respectful and learning-focused team culture.Professional ResponsibilitiesWork within the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice.Practise within the standards of your professional regulator and recognised Advanced Clinical Practice frameworks.Participate in appraisal, clinical supervision and mandatory training.Maintain competence through ongoing education and reflective practice.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to independently manage patients within own scope of practice.
• Excellent consultation and communication skills.
• Ability to safely manage undifferentiated presentations, including telephone consultations.
• Sound knowledge of current evidence-based practice and NICE guidance.
• Excellent clinical decision-making and risk management skills.
• Good IT and documentation skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of local primary care pathways.
• Understanding of population health management and quality improvement methodologies.

Qualifications

Essential

• Current registration with the NMC, HCPC or other relevant UK professional regulator.
• MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent advanced practice qualification).
• Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable

• Advanced Practice Digital Badge.
• RCN Credentialing (or equivalent advanced practice recognition).
• Additional postgraduate qualifications relevant to primary care.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-qualification experience working autonomously within UK General Practice.
• Experience managing undifferentiated and acute presentations.
• Experience undertaking telephone and face-to-face consultations.
• Experience requesting, interpreting and acting upon investigations.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience using electronic clinical record systems.

Desirable

• Experience using SystmOne.
• Experience working within a Total Clinical Triage model.
• Experience managing long-term conditions.
• Experience supporting or supervising other clinicians.
• Involvement in audit, quality improvement or service development.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Professional, compassionate and patient-centred approach.
• Ability to work autonomously whilst recognising professional limitations.
• Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing service demands.
• Commitment to high standards of clinical governance.
• Reliable, organised and able to prioritise workload effectively.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.

Desirable

• Enthusiasm for service improvement and innovation.
• Interest in mentoring or developing other clinicians.

Person Specification Knowledge and Skills Essential Excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Ability to independently manage patients within own scope of practice. Excellent consultation and communication skills. Ability to safely manage undifferentiated presentations, including telephone consultations. Sound knowledge of current evidence-based practice and NICE guidance. Excellent clinical decision-making and risk management skills. Good IT and documentation skills. Desirable Knowledge of local primary care pathways. Understanding of population health management and quality improvement methodologies. Qualifications Essential Current registration with the NMC, HCPC or other relevant UK professional regulator. MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent advanced practice qualification). Independent Prescriber qualification. Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Desirable Advanced Practice Digital Badge. RCN Credentialing (or equivalent advanced practice recognition). Additional postgraduate qualifications relevant to primary care. Experience Essential Significant post-qualification experience working autonomously within UK General Practice. Experience managing undifferentiated and acute presentations. Experience undertaking telephone and face-to-face consultations. Experience requesting, interpreting and acting upon investigations. Experience working within a multidisciplinary team. Experience using electronic clinical record systems. Desirable Experience using SystmOne. Experience working within a Total Clinical Triage model. Experience managing long-term conditions. Experience supporting or supervising other clinicians. Involvement in audit, quality improvement or service development. Personal Attributes Essential Professional, compassionate and patient-centred approach. Ability to work autonomously whilst recognising professional limitations. Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills. Flexible and adaptable to changing service demands. Commitment to high standards of clinical governance. Reliable, organised and able to prioritise workload effectively. Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. Desirable Enthusiasm for service improvement and innovation. Interest in mentoring or developing other clinicians.

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

Sussex Primary Care

Address

The Brook Medical Centre

Crowborough Hill

Crowborough

East Sussex

TN6 2ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sussexprimarycare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Primary Care

Address

The Brook Medical Centre

Crowborough Hill

Crowborough

East Sussex

TN6 2ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sussexprimarycare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

At Navigo, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are excited to offer 2 new Trainer roles to our newly transformed Learning and Development Team, as an opportunity to influence learning & development and make a real difference to the experience and development of our workforce.

A clinical health background would be ideal, yet a passion and experience in delivering training is key and may shape how the roles and service develop around you, in short shape your own role and development

You will

Play a leading role in a new and evolving service.

Be part of an organisation that values innovation, collaboration and continuous learning.

Help shape programmes that directly impact colleagues, services and patient care.

Main duties of the job

Exciting new roles combining training delivery, programme design and workforce development.

You will work as part of the Learning and Development Team to:

Design and deliver bespoke training programmes tailored to organisational needs.

Deliver statutory and mandatory training across a range of clinical and non-clinical subjects.

Support the delivery of clinical training programmes that enhance skills, knowledge and competence.

Develop engaging learning materials using a variety of digital tools and technologies.

Collaborate with subject matter experts to create innovative development opportunities.

Support the design and delivery of leadership, career development and workforce development programmes.

Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve learning experiences.

Promote a positive learning culture that encourages curiosity, growth and professional development.

About us

Hello!

We are Navigo. We look after North East Lincolnshire's mental health and well-being, an award-winning social enterprise that provides mental health services to the NHS and beyond.

The whole basis of our work is to deliver services that we would be happy for our own family to use.

We offer a range of mental health services, including acute and community facilities as well as specialist support such as outstanding older adults inpatient services, rehabilitation and recovery community mental health and an outstanding specialist eating disorder facility.

Ranked as one of the top UK companies to work for, we feature in the Best Companies top 100 large company list.

As a social enterprise, we do things a little bit differently and have also developed income-generating commercially viable businesses that provide training, education and employment opportunities including Grimsby Garden Centre.

Working at Navigo is not like working anywhere else. Lots of places say that, but we really mean it.

We like to work with forward-thinking people who want to make a difference.

Come and Join us !

Please note: Whilst we value all applications, if we believe an application to be AI generated, we will use a checking tool and may reject any application that has been automatically generated.

Should you require any assistance in completing this application due to a disability or other needs please contact [email protected]

Job summary

Riverbank Medical Centre is a friendly, well established, high achieving nine partner practice who are seeking an enthusiastic and committed nurse to join our nursing team.

The post will be three days a week - Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am to 6.30pm. These are our preferred hours but there is some flexibility with this. The successful applicant will also need to have the flexibility to cover holiday and sickness leave. Being in primary care means there is no night, weekend or bank holiday working required.

Main duties of the job

The position will initially involve working in our busy treatment room providing general nursing duties such as dressings, injections, phlebotomy, ECG's , minor injuries and ear care. Future progression to running chronic disease management clinics is envisaged.

About us

Our nursing team comprises of four nurses and five health care assistants who all work closely together to provide care to our 13000 patients. The successful applicant will need to be a team player and share our vision of providing the best care we can to our patients. A good sense of humour will be invaluable.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and patient-focused Receptionist/Administrator to join our friendly GP practice team.

The successful candidate will work as part of our reception team, supporting the safe and efficient preparation and supply of medicines to our patients. You will play an important role in ensuring that prescriptions are processed accurately, medicines are appropriately stored and stock levels are maintained.

This is a busy and varied role, requiring excellent attention to detail, good organisational skills and a professional approach to patient care.

Previous experience in a reception, office administration or GP practice environment would be advantageous. However, we are also interested in candidates with relevant transferable experience and a willingness to undertake appropriate training.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Provide a friendly, professional and welcoming reception service to patients and visitors.
• Answer telephone calls and deal with patient enquiries promptly and courteously, ensuring queries are directed to the appropriate member of the practice team.
• Book, amend and cancel appointments in accordance with practice procedures.
• Support patients with general administrative and non-clinical queries..
• Register new patients and maintain accurate patient records.
• Undertake general administrative duties, including scanning, filing, processing correspondence and updating records.
• Support clinicians and the wider practice team with day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Liaise with hospitals, pharmacies, community services and other healthcare organisations where appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure patient information is handled securely and in accordance with practice policies and information governance requirements.
• Follow practice procedures relating to safeguarding, health and safety, infection prevention and confidentiality.
• Work effectively as part of a busy multidisciplinary team and contribute to the smooth running of the practice.
• Deal with patients in a respectful, sensitive and professional manner, including those who may be distressed or have additional needs.
• Undertake other reasonable administrative duties appropriate to the role.

About us

Knockin Medical Centre is a rural practice with a diverse population of approximately 4200 patients spanning North Shropshire with a small number in Wales.

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting our staff to develop their knowledge and skills. The dispensary plays an important role in the safe and efficient delivery of patient care.

What we offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• NHS pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and patient-focused Dispensary Assistant to join our friendly GP practice team.

The successful candidate will work as part of our dispensary team, supporting the safe and efficient preparation and supply of medicines to our patients. You will play an important role in ensuring that prescriptions are processed accurately, medicines are appropriately stored and stock levels are maintained.

This is a busy and varied role, requiring excellent attention to detail, good organisational skills and a professional approach to patient care.

Previous experience in a pharmacy, dispensary or GP practice environment would be advantageous. However, we are also interested in candidates with relevant transferable experience and a willingness to undertake appropriate training.

Main duties of the job

You will:

• Assist with the preparation, assembly and labelling of prescriptions under appropriate supervision.
• Process repeat prescription requests in accordance with practice procedures.
• Provide a friendly and professional service to patients collecting medication.
• Deal with routine prescription and dispensary enquiries, referring clinical queries to the appropriate clinician or qualified member of the dispensary team.
• Receive, check, store and rotate medicines and dispensary supplies.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering medicines and other supplies.
• Check expiry dates and assist with the appropriate disposal of expired medicines.
• Maintain accurate dispensing and stock records.
• Assist with stock checks, audits and other dispensary quality and safety processes.
• Maintain a clean, organised and secure dispensary.
• Work closely with the wider GP practice and healthcare team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with practice policies and procedures.

About us

Knockin Medical Centre is a rural practice with a diverse population of approximately 4200 patients spanning North Shropshire with a small number in Wales.

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting our staff to develop their knowledge and skills. The dispensary plays an important role in the safe and efficient delivery of patient care.

What we offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• NHS pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

To cover maternity leave from November

Part time Receptionist form part of a multi-disciplinary team within primary care and support the clinicians in the smooth running of the surgery by handling routine administration duties enabling the clinician to focus on the patient. Ultimately the aim is to improve the patients access/experience in practice.

Part time Receptionist will operate under the supervision of the practice management and the Partners of the Practice.

Main duties of the job

Role Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the job. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. You will work within your capabilities and:

Patient Contact.

Acknowledge all patients at reception.

Make / cancel appointments as necessary for surgeries as per appointments system with focus on ARRS roles

Accept ambulance bookings as necessary.

Accept prescription requests.

Issue repeat prescriptions on request - incorporating Acute and Repeat Prescriptions and put for reprinting / review as necessary.

Make / cancel appointments for clinics.

Deal with patient complaints / queries when possible or pass on to the Practice Manager.

Take requests for house calls / visits.

Deal with enquiries for the following;

Hospitals

Patients

GPs.

Transfer main telephone to GP on call as appropriate.

Maintain the confidentiality of the patient and other practice information at all times.

About us

We are Patient focused,Professional and confidential,Protect patient confidentiality at all times.

We are Good communicators and effective care navigators

Job summary

Clayton Brook Surgery

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our friendly and supportive General Practice team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ANP who enjoys working autonomously as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team and is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.

Main duties of the job

We are ideally looking for an Independent Prescriber who is confident in assessing, diagnosing and managing patients presenting with a wide range of conditions commonly seen within General Practice.

A key part of the role will be acting as the main clinical point of contact for one of our care homes, providing continuity of clinical care for residents and developing a strong and effective working relationship with the care home team. This will include undertaking a scheduled weekly ward round and working closely with our GPs and wider multidisciplinary team to support the health and wellbeing of care home residents.

About us

Overview of your organisation

Clayton Brook Surgery have an excellent cohesive and dedicated team including; 2 GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Practice Manager, Operations Manager, Finance Manager and a strong administrative team. Our GP Partners are trainers with an emphasis on training GPs of the future.

The permanent role will be a Part-time post of between 16 and 24 hours per week.

The post holder will be flexible in their approach and work closely in collaboration with staff from Moss Side Medical Centre in Leyland.

Our purpose is to provide high quality personal healthcare for people registered with the Practice and to seek continuous improvement in the health status of the overall practice population.

We value teamwork, compassion, and continuous improvement, and we are committed to supporting professional development for all staff. We strive to create a welcoming, inclusive environment for both patients and colleagues, ensuring that every member of our team feels supported and valued.

Job summary

Join Our Growing Pharmacy Team

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Pharmacy Technician to join our established pharmacy team of 3 Clinical Pharmacists and 2 Pharmacy Technicians working across Putnoe Medical Centre and Linden Road Surgery.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Primary Care team delivering high-quality care in line with the ambitions of the NHS Long Term Plan, Integrated Care Systems (ICSs), and the development of Neighbourhood Health Services. Working within a large multidisciplinary team, you will help improve patient outcomes, support medicines optimisation initiatives, reduce health inequalities, and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and sustainable prescribing.

As a key member of our pharmacy team, you will work closely with GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, Community Pharmacies, Secondary Care colleagues and wider Primary Care Network services to ensure patients receive the maximum benefit from their medicines.

Main duties of the job

Support the Clinical Pharmacists and wider multidisciplinary team in delivering safe, effective and person-centred medicines optimisation services.

Undertake medication switches in accordance with approved local and national prescribing guidance, reviewing records, implementing changes, and communicating appropriately with patients.

Support medicines reconciliation and optimisation following hospital discharge and other care transitions.

Carry out patient record housekeeping activities including dose optimisation, medicines synchronisation and coding improvements.

Identify and reduce prescribing risks through clinical system searches, audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Assist in implementing NICE guidance, NHS priorities, local formularies and Integrated Care Board ICB medicines optimisation initiatives.

Promote shared decision-making and support patients to understand and gain maximum benefit from their medicines.

Improve repeat prescribing systems and associated administrative processes.

Promote and support Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD), NHS App functionality, online ordering systems and other digital healthcare initiatives.

Support the implementation of technological solutions that improve patient access, safety and efficiency.

Contribute to reducing avoidable medicines waste and improving prescribing sustainability.

About us

Putnoe Medical Centre and Linden Road Surgery are well-established GP practices serving the Bedford community and are proud members of the East Bedford Primary Care Network.

Together, we care for a diverse patient population of approximately 26,000 patients and are committed to delivering accessible, high-quality, patient-centred healthcare. We work closely with local health and care partners to provide integrated services that improve outcomes and support healthier lives.

Putnoe Medical Centre is a large teaching and training practice with a strong reputation for innovation, multidisciplinary working and service development. The practice also hosts a highly regarded Nurse-Led Walk-In Centre providing urgent care seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Our vision is to deliver outstanding neighbourhood healthcare through collaboration, prevention, digital innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring our patients receive the right care, at the right time, from the right professional.

Details

Date posted

29 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A2243-26-0002

Job locations

Putnoe Medical Centre

93 Queens Drive

Putnoe

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK41 9JE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support the Clinical Pharmacists and wider multidisciplinary team in delivering safe, effective and person-centred medicines optimisation services.

Undertake medication switches in accordance with approved local and national prescribing guidance, reviewing records, implementing changes, and communicating appropriately with patients.

Support medicines reconciliation and optimisation following hospital discharge and other care transitions.

Carry out patient record housekeeping activities including dose optimisation, medicines synchronisation and coding improvements.

Identify and reduce prescribing risks through clinical system searches, audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Assist in implementing NICE guidance, NHS priorities, local formularies and Integrated Care Board ICB medicines optimisation initiatives.

Promote shared decision-making and support patients to understand and gain maximum benefit from their medicines.

Improve repeat prescribing systems and associated administrative processes.

Promote and support Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD), NHS App functionality, online ordering systems and other digital healthcare initiatives.

Support the implementation of technological solutions that improve patient access, safety and efficiency.

Contribute to reducing avoidable medicines waste and improving prescribing sustainability.

Job description Job responsibilities Support the Clinical Pharmacists and wider multidisciplinary team in delivering safe, effective and person-centred medicines optimisation services.Undertake medication switches in accordance with approved local and national prescribing guidance, reviewing records, implementing changes, and communicating appropriately with patients.Support medicines reconciliation and optimisation following hospital discharge and other care transitions.Carry out patient record housekeeping activities including dose optimisation, medicines synchronisation and coding improvements.Identify and reduce prescribing risks through clinical system searches, audits and quality improvement initiatives.Assist in implementing NICE guidance, NHS priorities, local formularies and Integrated Care Board ICB medicines optimisation initiatives.Promote shared decision-making and support patients to understand and gain maximum benefit from their medicines.Improve repeat prescribing systems and associated administrative processes.Promote and support Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD), NHS App functionality, online ordering systems and other digital healthcare initiatives.Support the implementation of technological solutions that improve patient access, safety and efficiency.Contribute to reducing avoidable medicines waste and improving prescribing sustainability.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Works effectively independently and as a member of a team
• Flexible approach to meet service needs and ensure a stakeholder focused response
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Continued commitment to improve skills and ability in new areas of work
• Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments if required
• Independently mobile to be able to work across several sites and travel to meet with stakeholders
• Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change
• Demonstrate ability to work in a busy environment; ability to deal with both urgent and important tasks and to prioritise effectively whilst also supporting others
• Excellent time keeping and prioritisation skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration with GPhC
• BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical sciences
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)
• Experience of working as a qualified, registered pharmacy technician in primary care, community or hospital pharmacy
• Postgraduate qualifications of a relevant nature. e.g. FdSc in Medicines Management/Pharmacy Services; BTEC Therapeutics (desirable)
• Demonstrate ability to influence and persuade partners and stakeholders of the respective merits of different options, innovations, new opportunities and challenges
• Relevant advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of general practice and evidence based medicine
• An appreciation of the NHS agenda and government targets
• Awareness of systems to support management of patients in a primary care setting, delivering pharmaceutical input and support in the context of pathways of care and the business of the organisation(s)
• Awareness of GP budget-management and funding systems to enable GP clinical pharmacist services to assist delivery of Federation and NHS priorities and requirements for financial balance and quality
• Good clinical pharmacy knowledge including terminology
• An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for the improvement of prescribing
• Knowledge and understanding of pharmacy law and ethics and current legislation

Desirable

• Computer literate with an ability to use the required GP clinical systems (desirable) and Microsoft office packages (essential)
• Understand the aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this for the Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice pilot sites
• Able to analyse and interpret prescribing data
• Has attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily
• Able to effectively manage allocated resources
• Has a planned and organised approach with an ability to prioritise their own workload to meet strict deadlines
• Able to think analytically; anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead; using analytical techniques to draw logical solutions to problems
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to adjust communication style and content to suit the audience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Influencing and negotiating skills
• An excellent understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues

Person Specification Experience Essential Works effectively independently and as a member of a team Flexible approach to meet service needs and ensure a stakeholder focused response Self-motivated and proactive Continued commitment to improve skills and ability in new areas of work Able to undertake the demands of the post with reasonable adjustments if required Independently mobile to be able to work across several sites and travel to meet with stakeholders Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change Demonstrate ability to work in a busy environment; ability to deal with both urgent and important tasks and to prioritise effectively whilst also supporting others Excellent time keeping and prioritisation skills Qualifications Essential Professional registration with GPhC BTEC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical sciences Evidence of continued professional development (CPD) Experience of working as a qualified, registered pharmacy technician in primary care, community or hospital pharmacy Postgraduate qualifications of a relevant nature. e.g. FdSc in Medicines Management/Pharmacy Services; BTEC Therapeutics (desirable) Demonstrate ability to influence and persuade partners and stakeholders of the respective merits of different options, innovations, new opportunities and challenges Relevant advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of general practice and evidence based medicine An appreciation of the NHS agenda and government targets Awareness of systems to support management of patients in a primary care setting, delivering pharmaceutical input and support in the context of pathways of care and the business of the organisation(s) Awareness of GP budget-management and funding systems to enable GP clinical pharmacist services to assist delivery of Federation and NHS priorities and requirements for financial balance and quality Good clinical pharmacy knowledge including terminology An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for the improvement of prescribing Knowledge and understanding of pharmacy law and ethics and current legislation Desirable Computer literate with an ability to use the required GP clinical systems (desirable) and Microsoft office packages (essential) Understand the aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this for the Clinical Pharmacy in General Practice pilot sites Able to analyse and interpret prescribing data Has attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily Able to effectively manage allocated resources Has a planned and organised approach with an ability to prioritise their own workload to meet strict deadlines Able to think analytically; anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead; using analytical techniques to draw logical solutions to problems Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to adjust communication style and content to suit the audience Excellent verbal and written communication skills Influencing and negotiating skills An excellent understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues

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

Linden Road Surgery

Address

Putnoe Medical Centre

93 Queens Drive

Putnoe

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK41 9JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Linden Road Surgery

Address

Putnoe Medical Centre

93 Queens Drive

Putnoe

Bedford

Bedfordshire

MK41 9JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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