GP Assistant - South East London sites

Application Deadline: 30 September 2025

Department: GP Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Penrose Surgery & Penrose Maddock Way

Compensation: £22,485 - £24,000 / year

Description

You will be working with our in-house clinical and non-clinical team including close contact with our experienced GPs to support the delivery of the highest quality primary care service to our patients. 

Location:  South East London sites - including Penrose Surgery, SE17 3DW
Hours: Full Time (weekdays)
Salary: £22,485 - £24,000 FT depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities...

Make a real difference in patient care. Join us as a GP Assistant.

Are you an organised, proactive team player with a passion for patient care? We’re looking for a GP Assistant to support our clinicians by handling a mix of essential administrative and basic clinical duties – helping to keep the practice running smoothly and patients well cared for.
What you'll do:

• Assist with patient preparation, including blood pressure checks, urine dip tests, and phlebotomy (weekdays only)
  
  
• Check, sort, and action incoming lab results and hospital letters
  
  
• Update and maintain accurate patient records in EMIS
  
  
• Support GPs with drafting reports and processing referrals (including urgent 2-week wait referrals)
  
  
• Help manage the flow of medical reports and appointment follow-ups
  
  
• Provide excellent administrative support to both the clinical and nursing teams
  
  
• Liaise with patients by phone or online to assist with queries and appointments
  
  

What you’ll need:

• Experience in a healthcare setting or GP practice (preferred)
  
  
• Confident with EMIS and basic IT systems
  
  
• Good communication skills and attention to detail
  
  
• A caring, patient-first attitude
  
  
• Phlebotomy training is an advantage, but we can support the right candidate to train
  
  

Why join us?
You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team working in a rewarding role where no two days are the same. We offer ongoing training and the opportunity to grow within a progressive practice that values development and teamwork.

Attributes and Behaviours...

• Maintain a high level of attention to detail, even when completing repetitive tasks
  
  
• Prioritise and manage workload effectively to ensure nothing is overlooked
  
  
• Extract relevant information from written material to complete tasks accurately
  
  
• Follow established processes and procedures with speed and precision
  
  
• Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues across departments
  
  

• Naturally meticulous with excellent attention to detail
  
  
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  
  
• Good analytical skills to interpret written information accurately
  
  
• A fast learner who is confident following set procedures
  
  
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude
  
  

• Strong keyboard and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
  
  
• Good knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, biochemistry, and general medicine.
  
  
• Previous experience using EMIS clinical system is desirable but not essential

Ready to join a team that values precision and collaboration?

Apply now and help us deliver high-quality care through excellent administrative support.