Practice Manager

Lostwithiel Medical Practice; Lostwithiel; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local GP practice in Lostwithiel seeks a Practice Manager to oversee daily operations, working closely with clinical and administrative teams. The ideal candidate should have proven primary care management experience and strong leadership skills, with a focus on financial management and quality care. This role offers a flexible work pattern and a chance to shape practice management while enjoying community support.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in primary care management.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Confidence in financial management including accounts, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Expertise in CQC, governance, and contract compliance.
• Ability to maximise income without compromising quality of care.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the GP practice.
• Work closely with clinical partners and administrative teams.
• Shape the practice management function.
• Support collaborative work with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Degree level education or extensive relevant experience

NHS/Primary Care experience

Job description

What We Offer

• Structured Work Pattern:5 days a week (Monday to Friday)
• Hours:37 hours per week (flexible working considered)
• Competitive Salary:Based on experience and local benchmarks

Main duties of the job

As Practice Manager, you will take a leading role in the day-to-day operations of our GP practice, working closely with our dedicated clinical partners and talented administrative and nursing teams. This role offers the autonomy to shape the practice management function while enjoying the full support of an engaged partnership.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have proven experience in primary care management(essential)
• Demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills
• Be confident in financial management, including accounts, budgeting, and forecasting
• Possess expertise in CQC, governance, and contract compliance
• Be able to maximise income without compromising quality of care
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
• Thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with stakeholders and PCN partners

About us

At Lostwithiel Medical Practice, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and friendly environment where teamwork and mutual respect are at the heart of everything we do. We believe strong leadership is key to growth, development, and delivering the highest standard of patient care.

Our Practice at a Glance

• Location: In the beautiful town of Lostwithiel, on the river Fowey and close to the Cornish coast and the countryside. We are very well supported by our community and we also work closely with our local independent pharmacy in the town to ensure our patients receive the best care.
• Patients: A growing list of 5,250 patients. We were recently voted best practice in Cornwall and 6th best in the country for patient satisfaction
• Team: Experienced and dedicated administrative and nursing staff, supported by our GP and Pharmacist Partner
• Training Practice: Active involvement in GP VTS training, University of Exeter Medical School and University of Plymouth School of Nursing
• Collaborative work: We work closely with our neighbouring practices and PCN and we are also active in the development of our Integrated Neighbourhood Team (INT), being a Phase 1 site in Cornwall.
• Rated Outstanding by CQC

Job responsibilities

As Practice Manager, you will take a leading role in the day-to-day operations of our busy GP practice, working closely with our dedicated clinical partners and talented administrative and nursing teams. This role offers the autonomy to shape the practice management function while enjoying the full support of an engaged partnership.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a proven experience in primary care management(essential)
• Demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills
• Be confident in financial management, including accounts, budgeting, and forecasting
• Possess expertise in CQC, governance, and contract compliance
• Be able to maximise income without compromising quality of care
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
• Thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with stakeholders and PCN partners

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or extensive relevant experience
• NHS/Primary Care experience

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.