Job Vacancy: Medical Receptionist - 25 hours per week
We are seeking to recruit a medical receptionist to join our friendly, hardworking team.
Festive Season Closures
The Surgery will be closed on the following days over the festive season: Monday 27th & Tuesday 28th December, and Monday 3rd & Tuesday 4th January.
If you require urgent medical advice when the practice is closed, please call 111. Call 999 in a medical emergency.
The surgery will reopen on Wednesday 29th December 2021 and Wednesday 5th January 2022 at 8:00am.
Farewell to Lana
Farewell to Ann
Farewell to Dr McNaughton
COVID Boosters & Flu Jabs: What You Need to Know
Public Holiday - 11 October 2021
The surgery will be closed on Monday 11 October 2021, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 12 October.
Flu Vaccinations
Retirement of Dr McNaughton
Job Vacancy: Full-time Medical Receptionist
We are seeking to recruit a full-time medical receptionist for 37.5 hours per week.
Job Vacancy: Practice Nurse
Carnoustie Medical Group is seeking to recruit a Practice Nurse (Band 5/6 depending on experience). Hours negotiable.
Covid Protocols for Patients & Visitors to the Practice
The Scottish Government requires General Practice and other healthcare settings to have different infection control and physical distancing guidance to other places such as hospitals and shops. From 19 July 2021 (when we go to Level 0) various rules still apply.
Public Holiday - 26 July 2021
The surgery will be closed on Monday 26 July 2021, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 27 July.
Farewell to Kirsty
Penumbra Angus Peer Service
Penumbra Angus Peer Service offers short-term mental health and wellbeing support to patients. If you are feeling isolated, overwhelmed or finding it hard to cope, please contact the practice and make an appointment to speak to one of our Peer Workers.
Public Holiday - 31 May 2021
The surgery will be closed on Monday 31 May 2021, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 1 June.
Vaccination Passport/Status Certificate
Public Holiday - 3 May 2021
The surgery will be closed on Monday 3 May 2021, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 4 May.
Thank you to our Volunteers!
April Practice Closures
In line with public holidays for GP practices across Tayside, the practice will be closed on Monday 5th & Monday 12th April 2021.
Marking the Anniversary of Lockdown
Received your vaccination appointment in a blue envelope?
Covid Vaccination Video Update on Facebook
A video update from Dr Howe has been posted on Facebook. If you are over 70 or were asked to shield and you have not yet been offered an appointment to receive your vaccination, please contact the practice; other groups should wait to be contacted. Please ensure your contact details are up-to-date by completing our online form.
Covid Vaccination Update
Covid Vaccination Update
Covid Vaccinations: a video update
Update 3rd February ‘21 - Covid Vaccines 💉 Tomorrow (4th February 2021) we are hoping to vaccinate 600+ patients against Covid 19. (Patients have been contacted and booked in). 💉 😷 Please bear in mind that we will have reduced clinical capacity. Please only call tomorrow if you have an urgent problem 📞 In order to protect our vulnerable patients and to reduce footfall, please do not come in to the practice unless necessary or if you have a prebooked appointment. We will continue to be available for emergencies. 👩⚕️ 👨⚕️ You can find lots of helpful information through NHS Inform: https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/infections-and-poisoning/coronavirus-covid-19
Posted by Carnoustie Medical Group on Wednesday, 3 February 2021
Covid Vaccinations: patients aged 80 and over
Covid Vaccinations: an update
Posted by Carnoustie Medical Group on Monday, 1 February 2021
Covid Vaccinations: an update
Flu Vaccinations
Covid Vaccinations: an update
Covid Vaccinations Update
Job Vacancy: Business Manager
We are seeking to recruit an experienced Business Manager for our busy training practice. Primary Care experience would be beneficial, but not essential.
Job Vacancy: Medical Receptionist
We are seeking to recruit a full time medical receptionist for 37.5 hours per week to work within our busy General Practice.
Heating restored!
Tayside Falls Service
Festive Closures
Find out about closures over the festive season.
COVID-19 Vaccination Information
The initial focus for COVID-19 vaccination will be on frontline health and social care workers. As yet there is no guidance regarding the schedule of vaccination beyond these groups. Carnoustie Medical Group patients will be notified when they become eligible for vaccination. Please be patient while we await further information and guidance.
Flu Vaccinations: Phase 2
We are now accepting bookings for flu vaccination appointments for all patients aged 60-64 years inclusive.
Appointments Only Policy
Our Activity in the Practice
A summary of our activity in the practice during the last 3 months, with a comparison to the previous 3.5 months.
Flu Vaccinations
With the additional risk of COVID-19 this year, it’s more important than ever that people get their flu vaccine to protect themselves, others and the NHS from flu. We continue to deliver flu vaccinations for specific patient groups.
Public Holiday - 5 October 2020
The surgery will be closed on Monday 5 October 2020 EXCEPT for pre-booked flu vaccination appointments.
Flu Vaccinations 2020: Mass Vaccination Day
This year we have to factor in social distancing into our flu vaccination schedule and so we are introducing new systems to help keep everyone safe. We are now taking bookings for a Mass Vaccination Day on Monday 5th October for specific patient groups.
Child Flu Vaccine: Protect Your Child
With COVID-19 around it's more important than ever to get the flu vaccine. The flu vaccine is offered to all primary school children in Scotland to help protect them against influenza (flu) virus.
Social Prescribing
Your doctor isn't the only person who can help you feel better. You can improve your health and wellbeing through social prescription. Your Social Prescriber can help you with a range of issues. Find out about social prescribing and how to access the service.
Coronavirus Outbreak at the 2 Sisters Factory, Coupar Angus
Staff working at the 2 Sisters factory in Coupar Angus have tested positive for COVID-19 over the past few days. New advice has been issued to workers AND their households.
Independent Living Angus
Most of us want to live independently and remain safe and active but don't always know what help and support is available. If you or someone you know is affected by illness, disability or are getting older, finding everyday living tasks difficult and want to find out about a range of support and services available in Angus, Independent Living Angus is for you.
Public Holiday - 27 July 2020
The surgery will be closed on Monday 27 July 2020, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 28 October.
The Carnoustie Medical Group Summer Newsletter
Our summer newsletter is now available. This issue includes an update on coronavirus, what to do if you have symptoms, and managing stress.
Exemption from Face Coverings on Public Transport
No evidence is required from your GP if you are exempt from wearing a face covering on public transport.
New National Helpline
A helpline has been set up to provide essential assistance to those who do not have a network of support, but who are at high risk if they contract coronavirus (COVID-19).
Isolation Notes
You DO NOT need a sick line from your GP if you are in self isolation due to your own symptoms or that of a household member. Therefore, to keep lines free for other medical issues, we ask that you don't phone the practice to request a sick line. Find out how to obtain an isolation note online.
PRG Annual General Meeting
An invitation to attend the AGM of the Carnoustie Medical Group Patient Representative Group on Monday 30th March 2020 at 6.15pm.
PRG Request for Books & DVDs
This year the Patient Representative Group (PRG) are to have a Book Stall at the Carnoustie Gala Day, and are grateful for any donations of books and DVD's in good condition.
Gentle Movement Class in Carnoustie
Are you living with or beyond cancer? Come and join a FREE Gentle Movement Class at Carnoustie Sports Centre on Thursdays at 1pm.
Patient Representative Group Minutes
The minutes of the meetings of the Patient Representative Group held on 28 October and 25 November 2019 are now available.
Future Pathways
Future Pathways offers help and support to people who were abused or neglected as children while they were living in care in Scotland.
Wellbeing Workshops in January & February
Workshops from the Peer Link Service offering an opportunity to explore ideas and practical steps that can be taken to improve wellbeing.