Job Description

The post holder will report to the Practice Manager and the general practitioners (GP(s) and support the GP(s) to ensure the efficient provision of medical services and clinics by performing several more routine administrative and clinical duties. This will allow the GP(s) to utilise their own time more effectively towards greater patient focused activities.
Main duties of the job
This role will support both nursing and administrative teams in the delivery of clinical and administrative services, working as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population.
Undertaking new patient health checks
Providing support to GPs by taking patient history and baseline observations prior to the patient seeing the GP
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
Acting as a chaperone as required
When trained, undertaking venepuncture
Signposting some received correspondence to others, e.g., clinical pharmacist, practice nurse
Extracting all the required information from clinical letters, applying medical codes as required and adding these to patient notes
Support practice patients by arranging appointments, onward referrals, clinical tests and follow up appointments.
About us
As part of Greater Middlesbrough Group Primary Care Network's multi-disciplinary team, we are looking to appoint a qualified GP Assistant. The successful candidate will be based within one of our PCN member practices across Greater Middlesbrough and will work collaboratively to support the smooth running of clinics by performing either routine administration duties or a hybrid of admin and clinical tasks on behalf of the GP.
Details
Date posted
26 August 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
A4923-25-0008
Job locations
Hirsel Medical Centre
5 Trinity Mews
North Ormesby
Middlesbrough
Cleveland
TS3 6AL
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the GP assistant/medical 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.
Undertaking new patient health checks
Providing support to GPs by taking patient history and baseline observations prior to the patient seeing the GP
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
Acting as a chaperone as required
When trained, undertaking venepuncture
Signposting some received correspondence to others, e.g., clinical pharmacist, practice nurse
Extracting all the required information from clinical letters, applying medical codes as required and adding these to patient notes
Support practice patients by arranging appointments, onward referrals, clinical tests and follow up appointments.
Explaining treatment procedures to patients
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 wound care and immunisations (including flu vaccinations)
Undertaking all mandatory training and induction programmes
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
Contributing to public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics) through advice or direct care, including opportunistic health promotional programmes
Maintaining a clean, tidy and effective working area at all times
Demonstrate the ownership of responsibility for personal development, learning and performance
Attend relevant annual updates and shared practice learning
Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Support and participate in shared learning throughout the PCN
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. Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the GP assistant/medical 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.
Undertaking new patient health checks
Providing support to GPs by taking patient history and baseline observations prior to the patient seeing the GP
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
Acting as a chaperone as required
When trained, undertaking venepuncture
Signposting some received correspondence to others, e.g., clinical pharmacist, practice nurse
Extracting all the required information from clinical letters, applying medical codes as required and adding these to patient notes
Support practice patients by arranging appointments, onward referrals, clinical tests and follow up appointments.
Explaining treatment procedures to patients
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 wound care and immunisations (including flu vaccinations)
Undertaking all mandatory training and induction programmes
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
Contributing to public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics) through advice or direct care, including opportunistic health promotional programmes
Maintaining a clean, tidy and effective working area at all times
Demonstrate the ownership of responsibility for personal development, learning and performance
Attend relevant annual updates and shared practice learning
Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Support and participate in shared learning throughout the PCN
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

• Healthcare qualification (Level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
• GPA Qualification
• Phlebotomy certification
• Vaccination certification

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting

• Experience of working in a primary care environment

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

• Healthcare qualification (Level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
• GPA Qualification
• Phlebotomy certification
• Vaccination certification

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting

• Experience of working in a primary care environment