Job summaryWe are looking for a full-time Asst. Practice Manager for our GP surgery. The ideal candidate should have a passion for the job, good people skills, a good grasp of IT and common software, be flexible in working hours, and be able to get on with people and be a good negotiator. The candidate will receive training on the job and be part of a well-respected, high-achieving, and CQC Outstanding practice. If you are a self-motivated, disciplined individual who can take ownership of the efficient day-to-day running of the service, supporting your Practice Manager and working as a key member of the Management Team, then we would love to hear from you. Please apply on NHS Jobs with a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.Main duties of the jobAs a Deputy Practice Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Practice Manager in the day-to-day operations of the practice. You will be expected to cover the Practice Manager for a set period each year (to cover annual leaves) and run the practice in the absence of the Practice Manager. You will be involved in a wide range of activities, including HR, business planning, handling financial systems for the practice (including payroll), selecting, training, and supervising non-clinical staff, developing and supervising appointment systems that work well for patients and clinicians, ensuring accurate records are kept, and liaising with local health organizations such as clinical commissioning groups . You will also be responsible for developing strategies for the practice on issues such as computer systems and security, expanding or changing services, and long-term services. About us Half Penny Steps Health Centre is a well organised, efficient Practice, with a list size of 8000 and growing. We are based in a spacious building with 9 clinical rooms. There are excellent transport links .About usAs an innovative and forward-looking practice we are always looking to improve the way we deliver care. We have a strong ethos of teaching and training and you will be welcomed into our large Primary Care team of 7 Doctors, ST1, 2 Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurse , 4 HCAs, 4 Pharmacists and 8,000 patients and you will instantly become a valued member of the team. Every clinical and administrative member of staff is encouraged to develop professionally. Although a large organisation the whole team really is a happy family. We respect, listen to and value every member of staff, as each has an important role to play in the organisation. We also have weekly clinical meetings to discuss hot topics, difficult cases and notices.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be required to help Practice Manager and work independently- Manage Admin and Clinical Team- Help with CQC Compliance-Complaints Handling and Management-Attend and Represent Practice in PCN Meetings-Attend Weekly Clinical Meetings and Schedule them-Responsible for Medical Students, Registrars- New Patients Registrations-Attend Weekly Management Meetings-Fill in Reception as and when required due to staff sicknesses or leave.- Work with PM to deliver targets for KPIs, Enhanced Services, QOF etc- Appointments Scheduling and arranging locums- Any other work PM delegated toPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialSystmOne Experience in a GP Practice at an administrative Level , Minimum 2 Years.DesirableBachelors Degree in Business ManagementExperienceEssential2 years in a GP Practice using SYSTMONEDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 detailsEmployer nameBrompton Medical Centre PartnershipAddressHarrow RoadLondonW10 4REEmployer's websitehttps://www.halfpennystepshc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)