News:

Job vacancy - part-time receptionist

Many thanks to all those who applied for our recent vacancy for a part-time receptionist. We had a very large number of applications and all were carefully considered. Due to the volume of applications it is not possible to contact all candidates personally with the result. We have now made an appointment. Thank you to all those who applied.

 

 

Job vacancy - part-time practice nurse

An experienced practice nurse is required to join our friendly team in this busy practice. Further details are available by clicking on number 19 on the menu on the right hand side of the screen.

 

Exercise scheme

Victoria Cross Surgery is pioneering a scheme to help people with medical problems to become more active.

 

Please contact the surgery for more details. Places are still available

 

Evening and Saturday surgeries

In addition to our daytime appointments we are now able to offer pre-booked appointments with a GP on Monday and Tuesday evenings (6.30pm - 8.00pm). Once  a month we also provide a Saturday morning clinic.. These additional sessions are intended for people who find it difficult to attend the surgery during weekdays. Appointments may be pre-booked by contacting the surgery during our normal working hours.

 

Cancelling your Appointment
If you are unable to attend an appointment with one of the doctors or nurses, please telephone to cancel your appointment.

Test Results
If you have been asked to telephone for the results of an investigation, please ring the appropriate surgery - Victoria Cross on 535584, after 10.30am, or Nythe on 522479 from 10.00 - 11.15am.

Out of Hours
If you need urgent advice or a home visit when the surgery is closed you can contact NHS Direct, for medical advice, or the Out of Hours Service directly on 01793 541111

When the Surgery is Closed

Out of Hours

Swindon PCT provides the Out of Hours Service between 6.30pm and 8.00am on weekdays, at weekends and on Public Holidays.

If you need urgent advice or a home visit when the surgery is closed you can contact NHS Direct, for medical advice, or the Out of Hours Service directly.

Emergencies

If the emergency is:

  • Sudden severe allergic reaction
  • Choking
  • Fitting (not stopped after 5 minutes)
  • Severe Cuts
  • Major injuries
  • Suspected Fracture
  • Coma or unconsciousness
  • Head injury causing unconsciousness
  • Drug overdose
  • Burns and Scalds (unless minor)
  • Poisoning
  • Chest pain

Take the person as soon as possible to the Emergency Department at the Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, or call 999 for an ambulance if they cannot be moved.