Experienced Practice Manager

Coley Park Group Practice is a thriving GP Practice based near Reading Town Center. The Practice has two sites with a registered patient population of 9,000.

Currently we are seeking an experienced Practice Manager who will oversee the day to day running of the Practice. The Practice comprises of a friendly team of clinical staff and admin staff. You will be supported by the Practice Manager and the three GP Partners.

The location of the Practice is commutable both by bus and is within walking distance from Reading Town Centre.

The main duties of the role is to oversee the day-to-day administrative and operational aspects of the practice. To manage and coordinate all aspects of organisation and its functionality. To provide a high-quality service and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Effective communication and collaboration with healthcare providers and administrative staff are crucial. Motivating and managing staff and optimising their efficiency. Additionally, you'll oversee the operational efficiency and patient experience.

Overall, the role is vital in maintaining the smooth operation of the practice and facilitating the delivery of high-quality patient care in a safe and effective working environment.

Main role would be CQC management and you would be responsible for service improvement and the delivery of management and administrative areas in the practice.

Coley Park Group Practice has been established for many years and enjoys a healthy reputation with patients and the local Practices. Our working environment can be described as focused, dedicated and friendly. We have a number of staff who are very helpful and always willing to go the extra step.

The role of an Practice Manager will be to oversee the day to day functions of the Practice. This will encompass managing administration staff and focus on improving patient experience. Ensuring all health and safety protocols are in place. Overseeing staff holidays and rota's, recording sick leave and conducting return to work interviews. Part of the role will also include ensuring all tasks on EMIS are managed effectively.

Other areas will also take into account managing QOF and IIF service delivery. We are seeking a candidate who has previously worked in a GP surgery as a Practice Manager.

• Previous experience in delivering patient care.
• CQC knowledge.
• Working in a clinical environment.
• Previous experience as practice manager.

• GCSE, or equivalent is essential
• A-Levels

• We would prefer for the candidate to have experience in primary care and specifically in a GP surgery as a Practice Manager with knowledge of EMIS, Accu Rx , PCN, CQC and ICB.
• Staff Management
• An HR background would be desirable.
• Experience of working in primary care at Management level.
• Previous experience of managing a GP practice is very desirable
• Knowledge about PCN, ICB, QOF, IIF targets, Managing Practice finances would be desirable.

• 1) Previous experience as a practice manager, preferably.
• 2)
  Good interpersonal and communication skills
• 3) Good Leadership skills
• 4) Be flexible with working hours.
• 1) Very good IT skills

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.