Peterhead Health Centre

06/08/2025

Job Advert – Clerical Officer

Due to increasing demand, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Clerical Officer to join our amazing team at Peterhead Health Centre.

We are looking for a hardworking, enthusiastic, and motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

· Strong IT and organisational abilities

· The ability to prioritise workload effectively

· A friendly and approachable manner when dealing with patients

Main duties include (but are not limited to):

· Reception duties

· Management of appointment systems

· Electronic filing of medical records

· Operation of the telephone system

· Start and end of day procedures

This is a busy and fast-paced role, requiring high levels of accuracy and professionalism. You must always adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines.

Experience of working with the public or in a GP Practice setting is preferred.

This is a permanent position, working 24-30 hours across 4 days Monday - Friday. Candidates must be available to start at 8am.

If you are looking for your next challenge and believe you have the skills we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter detailing why you are suitable for this role to:

Closing date: 22nd August 2025

Wendy Marr
Practice Business Manager
Peterhead Medical Practice
Links Terrace
AB42 2XA

Or email: gram.peterheadhcjobs@nhs.scot

08/07/2025

The Health Centre will be closed on Monday 14th of July for the NHS public holiday.

If you require medical attention please contact your regular pharmacy or NHS 24 on 111.

In the event of a medical emergency, please call 999 immediately.
We will reopen at 8am on Tuesday 15th of July.

Many thanks for your cooperation

26/06/2025

We've Improved How You Book GP Appointments at Peterhead Health Centre

Starting 30th June, we’re introducing an improved triage-based system for all GP appointment requests — designed to help us deliver faster and more effective care.

When you call, our Reception Team will ask for some details about your concern to pass on to a GP who will then review this information and decide the most appropriate next step. This will be your own GP where possible.

Everything you share is completely confidential, and our Reception Team follows guidance from our Doctors every step of the way.

So from the 30th of June, when you call, we kindly ask for your patience to answer a few questions to help us help you.

Thank you for your understanding

16/06/2025

During the month of April we had 67 hours worth of appointments missed, which is very disappointing.

Whilst acknowledging the occurrence of unforeseen circumstances, unattended appointments contribute significantly to reduced appointment availability and increased waiting times. This ultimately impairs system efficiency and the delivery of timely and effective patient care.

We therefore ask for your assistance in attempting to reduce the number of unattended appointments please:

1. Should you feel your appointment is no longer required, please inform the health centre to allow this time to be offered to someone else.
2. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, please inform the health centre at your earliest convenience to reschedule your appointment and allow us to offer your cancellation to someone else.

11/06/2025

11/03/2025

What is HIV PrEP?

PrEP stands for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. Pre-exposure means it’s taken before s*x. Prophylaxis means to prevent disease – in this case to prevent you getting HIV. If taken correctly, it’s highly effective at stopping HIV being passed on.

HIV is a virus that affects your immune system if left untreated. The most common way to get HIV in the UK is by having s*x without a condom.

Peterhead Health Centre is delighted to support our colleagues at Sexual Health in Aberdeen by offering this service in Peterhead.
Please call 01779 482542 for a confidential conversation.

06/01/2025

Due to a notable increase in flu and other respiratory illnesses within our community, we kindly request that patients consider wearing masks when attending appointments.

This simple precaution helps protect everyone’s health and reduces the spread of illness.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

18/12/2024

🌟 How to Cope with the Winter Vomiting Bug 🌟

We have some important advice for dealing with norovirus, also known as the winter vomiting bug, after a recent increase in calls to the 111 service.

Norovirus is a stomach bug that causes vomiting and diarrhoea. While it can be very unpleasant, it usually goes away in about 2 days. Symptoms include:

🤢 Feeling sick (nausea)
💩 Diarrhoea
🤮 Vomiting
🤒 High temperature
🤯 Headache
😩 Aching arms and legs

Unfortunately, norovirus spreads easily and quickly. If you catch it, here’s what you should do:

☑️ Stay off work or school until at least 48 hours after symptoms have stopped.
☑️ Avoid visiting anyone in hospital during this time.
☑️ Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and before handling food.
☑️ Remember, alcohol-based hand gels don’t kill the virus.

To prevent spreading norovirus, maintain basic hygiene and cleaning:

☑️ Disinfect surfaces and objects that could be contaminated using a bleach-based household cleaner.
☑️ Wash clothes and bedding separately on a hot wash (60°C).
☑️ Don’t share towels and flannels.
☑️ Clean toilets and surrounding areas with a bleach-based household cleaner.

Dr. Ron Cook, NHS 24’s Medical Director, advises:
“If you experience sudden diarrhoea and/or vomiting, stay at home until you’re feeling better. There’s no treatment for norovirus, so you have to let it run its course. Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and avoid giving fizzy drinks or fruit juice to children as it can make their diarrhoea worse. Babies should continue to feed as usual. You don’t usually need medical advice unless there’s a risk of a more serious problem. Alleviate fever or aches with paracetamol and get plenty of rest. If you or someone you’re caring for shows signs of dehydration, use special rehydration drinks from your local pharmacy. Once you feel like eating, try plain foods like soup, rice, pasta, and bread.”

For more advice and information on dealing with winter illnesses like norovirus click the links in the comments.

Stay healthy and take care this winter! 💙