About this role
Job summary
As a member of Haringey GP Federation Primary Care Clinical Team, the post holder will provide high quality clinical care and operational support to the Haringey Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Physical Health Check Service and GP @ The Grove and HAGA Service (substance misuse). You will be working with several providers across several sectors: primary care, community health, hospital, social care and the voluntary sector.
Your primary focus will be conducting SMI Physical Health Checks across Haringey GP surgeries, where your work will directly help optimise the health of vulnerable patients, reducing their risk of developing serious, life-threatening conditions such as heart attacks and strokes.
Additionally, you will play a vital role in supporting a specialised GP clinic hosted within HAGA (Haringey Alcohol Service) once every two weeks, providing essential healthcare continuity to patients overcoming alcohol addiction.
Main duties of the job
The aims of this post are to:
Increase the number of physical health checks performed on people with SMI and substance misuse who may be at increased risk of COVID-19 and its subsequent complications.Increase the overall number of physical health checks performed on people with SMI in Haringey from 21% in 2018 to the national target of 75% as of 2026.Encourage a more holistic approach to healthcare for patients through collaborative working with North London Foundation Trust and the Haringey Wellbeing Network at Mind in Haringey.
The post holder will work closely with the SMI Community Mental Health Allied Professional, HAGA services and service lead to deliver on key national and local strategies to reduce unwarranted variation in the physical health outcomes of patients with SMI and substance misuse by:
Increasing the proactive identification, monitoring and management of physical illness in this patient cohort.Rapidly identifying at-risk patients on the SMI register, impacted by or with potential higher risks to healthcare complications as a result of COVID-19.Improving engagement of SMI patients with primary and community care, including referral or signposting to appropriate services.Supporting practices maintain accurate SMI registers.Identifying and coordinating patient care with the Haringey Wellbeing Network.
About us
Haringey GP Federation is a dynamic and growing organisation working in partnership with GP practices across the diverse borough of Haringey, north London.
Our role is to support and enable general practice by developing and delivering services that complement core GP work, creating opportunities for shared learning and innovation, and helping practices respond to the evolving needs of patients and the wider health system.
We work in close partnership with practices, clinicians and system partners to co-design services, pilot new approaches, and build capacity across primary care. Through clinical programmes, workforce development and operational support, our aim is to add value in ways that are practical, respectful and aligned with the priorities of our member practices. Were proud of the strong relationships we've built across the health and care system grounded in mutual respect, shared goals, and a commitment to delivering excellent care together.
Our work has been recognised nationally, including commendations at the HSJ Awards for our leadership and service delivery.
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from disabled people and those with long-term health conditions. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you are applying for a role with us under the Disability Confident scheme, please let us know by email at [email protected]
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will work in with the clinical lead and service manager to develop and operationalise the physical checks for the SMI pathway.
The post holder will also work with the GP based at Haringey Advisory Group on Alcohol (HAGA) and service manager to perform comprehensive health checks for patients with substance misuse.
This is a patient-facing role which will support improving the overall health for patients.
Person Specification
Skills / Experience Essential
Excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening and empathy. Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing sensitive information. Ability to provide and maintain a high quality of care. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to prioritise own workload in the face of competing pressures. Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders including people with SMI or Substance Misuse, voluntary groups, social work, acute providers and commissioners.
Desirable
Ability to interpret & implement local, national, Haringey GP Federation and Trust policies. Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal. Experience of working in General practice. Experience of working with the IT clinical system EMIS. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting.
Personal Qualities Essential
Share the Companys beliefs and model this in their attitude and behavior. Ensure the Companys values are demonstrated by themselves and others every day and that any matters of concern are addressed in a timely manner, either directly or raised with the relevant line manager or through the relevant processes within the Companys policies and protocols. Flexible approach and ability to demonstrate empathy. Be well organised and able to prioritise tasks. Willingness to learn. Desire to help, assist and improve the lives of patients. Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Additional Requirements Essential
Fitness Analysis as appropriate. Ability to travel across Haringey Practices efficiently to deliver the service and or attend meetings etc
Desirable
Current driving licence.
Knowledge Essential
A basic understanding and knowledge of the Mental Health Act and policies that will be adhered to in order to provide the appropriate level of care for this cohort. Understanding and knowledge of physical health promotion. Understanding of how a clinical health check is completed and the clinical tests that maybe included. Clinical knowledge of how to carry out basic tests i.e. blood pressure, pulse, testing urine. Understanding of Infection Control and requirement to use PPE when necessary.
Qualifications Essential
Good standard of general education including Maths and English at Grade C and above (or equivalent). Health and Social Care qualification such as Care Certificate or NVQ level 2 or 3. Good understanding of spoken and written English. Desire to develop skills and qualifications under continuous professional development. Trained in Phlebotomy. Experience in a patient facing role. Experience of working to achieve standard within the Quality and Outcome framework (QoF). Experience with chronic disease management.
Desirable
Knowledgeable use of the clinical system EMIS. General practice experience. Experience in managing those with SMI. Experience in managing those with Substance Misuse.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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.
Employer details Employer name Haringey GP Federation
Address 48 Station Road
Wood Green
London
N22 7TY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.haringeygpfederation.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)