Primary Care General Assistant
- NHS
- Part Time
- East Molesey
- 13.46 an hour
Job Description
Job summary
We are seeking a versatile and organised individual to join our practice in a hybrid role combining medical reception, GP administration, and phlebotomy services. In this multifaceted role you be the face of our clinic, ensuring excellent patient care from front-desk reception to clinical blood collection and back-office administrative support.
Main duties of the job
Patient Reception & Customer Service
- Welcoming patients and checking them in for appointments.
- Answering phone calls, managing inquiries, and booking appointments.
- Managing the patient waiting area and maintaining a professional environment.
GP Administration
- Processing patient registrations, referrals, and medical records.
- Handling incoming clinical post, emails, and electronic tasks.
- Utilizing medical software (e.g., EMIS Web, SystmOne) to update patient files.
- Liaising with hospitals, pharmacies, and external healthcare providers.
- Phlebotomy Duties
- Performing venepuncture for adult only patients.
- Correctly labelling, logging, and prepping blood samples for laboratory transport.
- Maintaining clinical hygiene, infection control, and strict safety standards.
- Managing clinic stock levels for phlebotomy consumables and other practice consumables
- Monitoring & recording of water temperatures and clinical fridge temperatures
About us
Join a forward-thinking, supportive team at the Vine Medical Centre, located in Surrey. We are a 'Good' CQC-rated, GMS training practice dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
We have a patient list size of just under 9000 with a diverse and rewarding demographic.
Our Team consists of 3 Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, an ANP, 2 Practice Nurses, HCAs & Phlebotomists with dedicated on-site FCPs. We also have a very experienced and committed team of receptionists and administrators.
We use clinical system EMIS Web alongside Accurx and Docman to streamline workflows.
We encourage a good Work-Life Balance and actively manage administrative burdens and offer flexible, manageable session structures.
Located near to Hampton Court Palace the practice is easily accessible via the M25 and also direct rail links to London from Hampton Court Station. Situated near the river with leafy green spaces and a dedicated car park, the Vine's reputation is one of high standards and great care with a 4.4/5 rating on Google.
Job responsibilities
Patient Reception & Customer Service- Welcoming patients and checking them in for appointments.
- Answering phone calls, managing inquiries, and booking appointments.
- Managing the patient waiting area and maintaining a professional environment.
- Processing patient registrations, referrals, and medical records.
- Handling incoming clinical post, emails, and electronic tasks.
- Utilizing medical software (e.g., EMIS Web, SystmOne) to update patient files.
- Liaising with hospitals, pharmacies, and external healthcare providers.
- Performing venepuncture (blood draws) for adult and/or pediatric patients.
- Correctly labeling, logging, and prepping blood samples for laboratory transport.
- Maintaining clinical hygiene, infection control, and strict safety standards.
- Managing clinic stock levels for phlebotomy consumables.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Experience of a clinical environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level minimum
- Certified and competent in Phlebotomy (Venepuncture).
- Exceptional communication skills and an empathetic patient manner.
- High level of administrative accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical environment.
- Strong IT literacy.
Desirable
- Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care
- Previous experience working within a GP practice or NHS environment.
- Proficiency with GP clinical systems .
- Knowledge of medical terminology and confidentiality protocols (GDPR).
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
Vine Medical Centre
Address
69 Pemberton Road
East Molesey
Surrey
KT8 9LJ
United Kingdom
