Recruitment

There are currently no vacancies.

Patient Participation Group Committee Member – VOLUNTEER(s)

Our PPG should consist of a representative sample of Langport Surgery population. To become a member of the PPG, the applicant must:

• Be a registered patient or a carer of a registered patient
• Remain objective, contributing to group discussions appropriately with the patient at the forefront of their mind
• Work in a collaborative manner with all group members
• Declare any potential conflicts of interests
• Listen to the views of group members
• Adhere to the terms of reference for PPG members
• Commit to upholding the following seven key Nolan principles of public life

Ordinarily, membership will be for an initial term of up to three years. Membership is not restricted to those patients or carers who can attend face-to-face meetings. Members can contribute to discussions via Langport Surgery virtual PPG.

The role of PPG members:

• Liaise with patients and carers, discussing concerns and comments pertinent to the services at this organisation
• Champion the PPG, actively engaging with the patient population and local community
• Attend and contribute to meetings, sending apologies in advance to the secretary in cases of known absence
• Remain polite and objective throughout meetings, listening to and respecting other members
• Be constructive and balanced when contributing to PPG meetings
• Represent the patient population effectively, expressing the views of the population in an objective manner
• Undertake any training and development opportunities that may arise for the benefit of the PPG

Roles within our committee:

• Chairperson
• Vice Chairperson
• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Patient’s Champion
• Events/Fundraising Champion
• Communications Champion

If you would like to join our PPG Committee, or are interested in learning more, please complete the application below or print a copy here: Langport Surgery Patient Participation Group APPLICATION FORM and return to Reception.