Salaried GP

* Taurus Healthcare are advertising this position on behalf of Belmont Medical Centre*

We are looking for a Salaried GP to join our friendly and dynamic team. You must be fully qualified GP with GMC registration and inclusion on the NHS Performers List. Be committed to delivering patient-focused care with a collaborative approach. Have a keen interest in contributing to practice innovation and development. Have excellent communication and organizational skills We offer flexible working arrangements with a choice of 10-15 minute appointments with capped patient numbers per session. We are a training practice with the opportunity to mentor and supervise. ST1/2/3 and med students and take part in delivering tutorials. Opportunity for career progression, including mentorship and leadership roles. Indemnity covered by the practice. 6 weeks annual leave and 1 week study leave. Access to a multidisciplinary team and excellent administrative support. We are an active practice and encourage lunchtime walks or exercise with standing desks in each room.

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and a covering letter to Mrs Susan Matthews: s.matthews@nhs.net.

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact

Charlotte.jones6@nhs.net | 07795 171 101

Sophie.whittall@nhs.net | 07779 028 996

S.matthews@nhs.net 01432 354366

*This role is for 4 to 6 sessions per week with a salary from £11,200 per session*

Job description

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP in delivering health services.

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract

c. To clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice and any other local guidelines

d. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

e. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care

f. Effective management of long-term conditions

g. To support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care

h. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

i. Review of medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways

j. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

k. Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

l. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

m. Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans

n. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

o. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

p. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

q. Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

r. Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children

s. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

t. Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice

u. Commit to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

v. Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

w. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement

x. To be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team

y. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• Certificate of Completion of Training -CCT.

Experience

Essential

• Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of working in a primary care environment.
• Experience of providing home visits.
• General understanding of the primary care contract.
• Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice.

Desirable

• Minimum of two years as a salaried GP.
• An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners.

Eligibilty

Essential

• Full GMC registration.
• Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation .
• England Conforms to the National Performers List and is able to perform any such service as detailed within Regulation 24 of the National Health Service (Performers Lists) (England) Regulations 2013.
• Appropriate defence indemnity.
• Evidence of current validation.
• Evidence of last appraisal.
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure.
• High levels of integrity and loyalty .
• Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures.
• Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity.
• Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations.

Desirable

• Effectively utilise resources.
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Disclosure Barring Service check.
• Occupational health clearance.
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours.
• Evidence of continuing professional development commensurate with the role.
• Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis.

Clinical Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP.
• Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice.
• Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge.
• Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes.
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues.
• Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnos.
• Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
• Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to process the results and advising patients accordingly.
• Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions.
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children.
• Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice.

Desirable

• Knowledge of health promotion strategies.

About the employer

We are a well-established, forward-thinking practice committed to providing high quality, patient-centred care for our 10,700 patients. With a supportive team of healthcare professionals including 2 partners, 5 salaried GPs, ACPs, practice nurses, physios, pharmacists, a health and wellbeing team and a safeguarding team. We offer an excellent environment for personal and professional development

As a member of the WBC Primary Care Network, we work closely with Cantilupe Surgery and Wargrave House Surgery offering additional patient services including medicines management, social prescribing and health and well-being support.

Taurus Healthcare Ltd is advertising this position on behalf of Belmont Medical Centre. This means that Belmont Medical Centre is the employing organisation and will make the final decision on appointing candidates.

Taurus Healthcare Ltd, on behalf of Belmont Medical Centre, will collate all relevant information for the purpose of the recruitment and pre-employment check process.

This information will then be securely transferred to Belmont Medical Centre.

This role must not be advertised or represented by third parties without written authorisation.