Gynaecology Administrator

**JOB TITLE**: Gynaecology Administrator REPORTS TO: Gynaecology Collaborative Service Manager HOURS: 37.5 Hours Full-Time (Mon Fri) SALARY: £25,000 pro Rata LOCATION: This role is site based PLEASE NOTE THAT INTERVIEWS WILL BE TAKING PLACE ON A ROLLING BASIS. About Islington GP Federation The Islington GP Group Limited, trading as Islington GP Federation (IGPF), is a rapidly growing organisation representing the interests of general practice in Islington. It is an established leader in the provision of new and integrated provision of healthcare, including supporting the new Primary Care Networks and developing quality improvement capabilities in general practice. Its range of services include I: HUB, community ENT, community gynaecology, practice-based pharmacists, long term condition management optimisation, proactive screening and evaluation trials, and a range of general practice support propositions.

IGPF works very closely with strategic, commissioning and provider partners, including the local clinical commissioning group, NHS England, Healthy London Partnership, Public Health, local hospitals, such as Whittington Health, the local authority, third sector organisations and patient representation groups. It plays an important role in the development of the health and care landscape across Islington, and within its North Central London (NCL) regional footprint. Job Responsibilities: Primarily the post holder will support The Gynaecology Collaborative administration function as follows: Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist the operations team with the running of the Gynaecology service. Monitor electronic referral inboxes and process incoming referrals accordingly.

Have full understanding of patient information system EMIS web, eRS and other administration systems. Manage clinic rotas using EMIS Web including making patient bookings and dealing with patient queries appropriately. Action follow up instructions according to GP consultation notes (i.e. discharge letters, secondary care referrals, follow-up appointments, chasing up receipt of investigation results etc.).

On occasion, provide on-site admin support to gynaecology clinicians and /or provide absence cover for community gynaecology receptionist(s). The clinics are located in existing healthcare premises across Haringey & Islington. Respond to and/or redirect all patient and visitor requests in a thoughtful and professional manner. Minute taking at Operational Team meetings and providing clerical assistance to Federation staff as required Have a working knowledge of all office based software and hardware (e.g.

photocopier, rostering and ordering software). Work safely at all times in accordance with legislative requirements and Federation policies and procedures Confidentiality: In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, staff and other healthcare workers.

They may also have access to information relating to the Federation as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Federation may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Federation policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. Health & Safety: The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Federations Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Reporting potential risks identified.