Care Navigator

The Care Navigator is a key member of the practice team and acts as the first point of contact for patients, carers and visitors. The post holder will provide a professional, welcoming and efficient reception and administrative service, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practice and ensuring patients are appropriately directed to the correct service or clinician. The role requires excellent communication skills, a patient-centred approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy multidisciplinary team. Main Duties and Responsibilities Patient Services Act as the first point of contact for patients, carers and visitors, both in person and via telephone Register new patients in accordance with practice policies and NHS requirements Complete and process triage forms accurately to support appropriate clinical assessment Allocate, book and manage patient appointments, ensuring patients are directed to the most appropriate service Provide patients with accurate information regarding practice services and access routes Administrative Duties Process paper prescriptions in line with practice procedures and confidentiality requirements Maintain and update patient records accurately and in a timely manner Ensure all data is handled in accordance with GDPR and patient confidentiality standards Support general administrative tasks as required to ensure the efficient operation of the practice Practice Support Open and or close the practice in line with agreed procedures Provide cover for alternative working patterns during periods of staff absence Support extended access services where required, including working additional hours outside of core practice times Work collaboratively with clinical and non clinical colleagues to ensure a high standard of service delivery General Responsibilities Maintain a courteous, calm and professional manner at all times, particularly when dealing with distressed or unwell patients Adhere to all practice policies, procedures and NHS guidelines Participate in training and team meetings as required Contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive working environment Working Hours The role operates on one of two fixed working patterns: Monday to Friday, 7:45am 1:30pm or Monday to Friday, 1:30pm 6:30pm Additional hours may be requested to support extended access services outside of core practice hours, subject to service requirements. Confidentiality In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust the practice with sensitive personal information. The Care Navigator must respect patient confidentiality at all times and comply with data protection legislation and practice policies. Job description Job responsibilities The Care Navigator is a key member of the practice team and acts as the first point of contact for patients, carers and visitors. The post holder will provide a professional, welcoming and efficient reception and administrative service, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practice and ensuring patients are appropriately directed to the correct service or clinician. The role requires excellent communication skills, a patient-centred approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy multidisciplinary team. Main Duties and Responsibilities Patient Services Act as the first point of contact for patients, carers and visitors, both in person and via telephone Register new patients in accordance with practice policies and NHS requirements Complete and process triage forms accurately to support appropriate clinical assessment Allocate, book and manage patient appointments, ensuring patients are directed to the most appropriate service Provide patients with accurate information regarding practice services and access routes Administrative Duties Process paper prescriptions in line with practice procedures and confidentiality requirements Maintain and update patient records accurately and in a timely manner Ensure all data is handled in accordance with GDPR and patient confidentiality standards Support general administrative tasks as required to ensure the efficient operation of the practice Practice Support Open and or close the practice in line with agreed procedures Provide cover for alternative working patterns during periods of staff absence Support extended access services where required, including working additional hours outside of core practice times Work collaboratively with clinical and non clinical colleagues to ensure a high standard of service delivery General Responsibilities Maintain a courteous, calm and professional manner at all times, particularly when dealing with distressed or unwell patients Adhere to all practice policies, procedures and NHS guidelines Participate in training and team meetings as required Contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive working environment Working Hours The role operates on one of two fixed working patterns: Monday to Friday, 7:45am 1:30pm or Monday to Friday, 1:30pm 6:30pm Additional hours may be requested to support extended access services outside of core practice hours, subject to service requirements. Confidentiality In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust the practice with sensitive personal information. The Care Navigator must respect patient confidentiality at all times and comply with data protection legislation and practice policies.