This page details all of the fields on the staff record, a further description is included where necessary.


After making changes to the staff record, press the 'Save' button or to discard changes click 'Cancel'



Field NameExplanation
TitleSelect a tile from the dropdown list. New titles can be added and existing ones changed in Settings > Patients > Titles.
Role GroupThe group determines which permissions the staff member is given and which reports they can access. 
Staff CodeA short code, usually staff initials, used throughout NOVA and in reports.
First NameStaff members first name.
SurnameStaff members surname.
SalutationHow the staff member will be addressed in templates.
List NumberThe NHS performers list number (if they have one)
GOC NumberThe GOC number (if they have one)
Username (email)The username should be an email address, it is used to log into NOVA.
This field is mandatory, ideally a practice email address.
If the staff member does not have a live practice email address then you can make one up but bear in mind that any email sent to the address from NOVA will not be delivered.
AddressThe staff members home address.
PhonesStaff members telephone numbers, multiple numbers can be added i.e. home & mobile.
Online ProfileA short staff bio that is displayed in the online booking site.
Branch AccessTick the branches that the staff member has permission to access.
Default BranchFrom the available branches, select the branch that the staff member will be automatically logged into.
Require branch confirmation after loginWhere a staff member regularly works at different locations, toggle this option on to disable the auto-login at the default branch. A branch selection popup will be displayed, allowing the staff member to choose the branch to be logged into.
PasswordMinimum of 8 characters long.
Confirm PasswordRepeat password.
Eyeplan UsernameThe username to use when NOVA communicates with the Eyeplan system (Eyeplan users only).
Eyeplan Password
Password to be used with the Eyeplan username (Eyeplan users only).