Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to take on the position of Practice Manager within Hillcrest Medical Centre, Wrexham. This practice is currently being managed by the Local Health Board.
Previous experience of working within a GP Practice would be beneficial and knowledge of the EMIS clinical system is desirable, however training can be given. The demands of a GP practice can change on a daily basis and therefore this role will be challenging.
Main duties of the job
The Practice Manager is responsible for the day to day operational management of the LHB Managed Practice ensuring that the service is delivered in accordance with the requirements of the GMS contract, Enhanced Services Commissioning Plan and Health Board agreed aims and objectives of a Health Board Managed Practice.
This role will involve engaging with a wide range of stakeholders within the LHB Managed Practice network and other departments within the wider Health Board.
The successful candidate will have previous experience in a line management or supervisory role, including staff training and development, with the ability to deliver against competing deadlines, be able to deliver change and have strong communication skills. This will involve working at great pace and with accuracy.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree Level qualification and/or Management qualification i.e. AMSPAR and/ or relevant primary care experience in a managerial position
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable criteria
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience in a line management or supervisory role, including staff training and development
- Experience of delivering a customer oriented service including managing concerns and complaints
- Experience of working in Primary Care
- Experience of managing change
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience and knowledge of the secondary care sector.
Knowledge
Essential Criteria
- Working knowledge and understanding of Primary Care (nGMS Contract, polices, procedures and legislation)
Desirable criteria
- Working knowledge of practice based commissioning
Skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Effective leadership skills
- An understanding of clinical governance and quality improvement
- Ability to effect change and influence others
- Ability to plan, set objectives, prioritise and review performance
- Computer literate able to use a range of packages
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Time management
Desirable criteria
- A knowledge of data collection and information management methods
