GP Assistant

Primary Responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the GP Assistant. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. a. Preparing patients, prior to seeing the GP(s), by taking a brief history and basic observations. b. Conducting urinalysis, taking blood pressure c. Performing ECGs d. Performing phlebotomy e. Explaining treatment procedures to patients f. Sorting all clinical post and prioritising for the GP(s) regarding actions required g. Signposting some received correspondence to others, e.g., clinical pharmacist, practice nurse h. Extracting all the required information from clinical letters, applying medical codes as required and adding these to patient notes i. Support practice patients by arranging appointments, onward referrals, clinical tests and follow up appointments. j. Completing basic (non-opinion) forms in addition to some elements of forms for the GP(s) to
approve such as insurance forms, mortgage applications, Department for Works and Pensions benefits forms and other as appropriate k. Supporting GP(s) in liaising with external agencies such as helping to arrange patient admission while the GP(s) continue with the consultation. l. Supporting the GP(s) with wound care and immunisations m. Attending a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed n. Contributing to public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics) through advice or direct care o. Maintaining a clean, tidy and effective working area at all times Secondary responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the GP Assistant may be requested to: a. Demonstrate the ownership of responsibility for personal development, learning and performance b. Demonstrate performance of skills and activities to others undertaking
similar work c. Attend relevant annual updates and shared practice learning d. Complete all required PCN mandated training e. Undertake any tasks consistent with the level of the post and the scope of the role, ensuring that work is delivered in a timely and effective manner Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility.