GP Assistant - GPA

To support the partners and general practitioners (GPs) to ensure the efficient provision of medical services and clinics by performing routine administrative and clinical duties. This will allow the GP (S) to utilise their own time more effectively towards greater patient focused activities.

Main Responsibilities and Duties Undertaking new patient health checks Carrying out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording all findings accurately Facilitating routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly Carrying out BMI checks as directed/chaperoning when required After completion of GPA Training Programme, undertaking venepuncture Signposting some received correspondence to others, e.g., clinical pharmacist, practice nurse aiding the triage process with the triaging Doctors Support practice patients by arranging appointments, onward referrals, clinical tests and follow up appointments. Completing basic (non-opinion) forms in addition to some elements of forms for the GP(s) to approve, such as insurance forms, mortgage applications, form completion for various departments - DWP etc. Supporting GP(s) in liaising with external agencies, such as helping to arrange patient admission while the GP(s) continue with the consultation. Supporting the GP(s) with lab reports and Docman Undertaking all mandatory training and induction programmes Attending a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months.