Competencies and core functions
It is expected that all GPAs are trained in practice, with on-the-job training and development led by GP mentors, in line with the role outline and national competency framework.
The GPA Competency Framework sets out the standards required for GPAs working in practice or across Primary Care Networks (PCN’s). The core competencies cover clinical and non-clinical elements spanning across 5 domains: Care, Clinical, Managing Health Records, Communication and Admin.
The Framework provides an opportunity for GPAs working in GP practices or across PCN’s, to develop and evidence the competencies applicable to their role, i.e. the knowledge, skills and behaviours relevant to the GP practice or PCN. Whilst completing the GPA programme GPAs are supported with on-the-job training by a GP mentor and other healthcare professionals.
Within the competency framework there is a section dedicated to understanding, preparing, obtaining and transporting venous blood samples (see Clinical domain – Phlebotomy). This guidance will support GP practices in ensuring the correct practice is undertaken and the right evidence is produced by the GPA.
View GPA Competency Framework here.
Care Certificate Standards – Self Assessment Tool
Employers may want to use the self-assessment tool prior to a GPA commencing their induction. Induction can then be tailored, based on the workers self- assessment.
View the Care Certificate Standards Self Assessment Tool here.