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News Headlines

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Half of PM’s seven-day GP access pilots have cut opening hours
The Prime Minister’s flagship scheme to extend GP access appears to be rapidly running out of steam.

CQC to reduce inspections on GP practices rated outstanding
The CQC is developing a 'more mature' regulatory process that will see 'outstanding' practices visited less frequently than those given lower ratings.

Health secretary prescribes a more positive image of general practice
Health Secretary Shona Robison has addressed issues facing doctors.

Government must not ignore historic junior doctor protests
Thousands of young doctors joined protests at Westminster on Monday over plans to impose a new contract on junior doctors amid fears the move could cut GP trainee pay by a third.

GPs 'should become more militant'
GP negotiators should be able to take a more militant stance in negotiations with the Government.

Junior doctors contract row: an explainer
The health secretary and the British Medical Association are at loggerheads over contract changes and strike action is being threatened – how did it come to this?

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An open letter to Jeremy Hunt...

Derby CQC Roadshow Roundup!

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Secret Diary of a Practice Manager by Anonymous Blogger

Is practice management monetarily rewarding?

Remuneration and salaries are always a controversial topic and - like most professions - there isn’t a job specification that fits all practice managers and roles. Because of this, pay can be quite varied across the board.


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How can you get the best out of your appraisals? (video)

Charan gives her top tips for engaging staff!

Appraisals are an important task for managers to complete, that’s why the next First Practice Management (FPM) Group vlog focuses on how to undertake them and make sure they’re successful.


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Revalidation for nurses - Does the prep start now? We say yes! by Jade Dudding

What is the new code and what should you do?

The publication of finalised revalidation guidance for nurses and midwives is expected in October with the process taking place in spring 2016. This procedure is to demonstrate that practise is being completed safely and it will strengthen the renewal process...


Jobs of the Week by Donna Heath

Practice Manager - Church Stretton

This 6 partner GMS medical practice in an area of outstanding natural beauty, offers ample opportunity for an active yet relaxing lifestyle but has good transport links to the West Midlands.

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Practice Manager Vacancies

We are currently advertising 3 NEW vacancies

2 vacancies advertised are closing this week

If you are about to advertise a position, have you considered placing it on the Practice Manager Jobs Page on our website. The vacancies page gets over 120k hits a year. You should also consider our on-site recruitment services.

Visit the FPM website for information about placing an advert and help with writing your advert.

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Protocols Library Updates

Revised Documents:
Advance Directives ("Living Wills") Protocol
Cashflow Toolkit
Cholesterol Monitoring and Treatment Protocol
Building Maintenance Policy
Confidentiality Policy (Teenagers)
New Patient Registration / Health Questionnaire
Mental Capacity Act Policy
Consent Protocol
Disability Access Protocol and Checklist

The following document(s) have been reviewed but are unchanged:
Hepatitis B Desk Aid
Service Level Agreement (Generic)
Wart Clinic Information and Consent Form
Choice Referral Audit Procedure
Missing Patient Protocol
Telephone Usage Policy
Community Referral Form
Corporate Manslaughter / Homicide Act Policy
Yellow Fever Vaccine Control Procedure
Summary Care Record (Patient Opt Out)
Hepatitis B - Clinical Protocol
Anticoagulation Clinic Protocol

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For renewals in November please return the signed mandate form no later than 12th October to ensure we have sufficient time to set up your payment by Direct Debit. 


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