Salaried GP (ARRS Funded)NHS
Job summary
The Densham Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GP to join our well-established, independent GP practice. This is an exciting opportunity for a GP who is committed to delivering high-quality patient care and is looking to work within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment.
We are a friendly practice serving approximately 4,000 patients in Stockton-on-Tees and pride ourselves on providing compassionate, patient-centred care while maintaining a positive and supportive culture for our staff.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a GP who will:
- Provide high-quality, patient-centred care
- Undertake routine surgery sessions and associated clinical administration
- Participate in practice meetings and clinical discussions
- Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team
- Support the ongoing development of practice services
- Contribute to a positive team culture
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 medications following the appropriate policies, NICE and 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, as required.
p. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
q. Contribute effective 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 instil 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
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities
a. Participate in the spectrum of clinical governance processes
b. Participate in formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise Provide leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing guidance and support when necessary
c. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
All staff at this organisation have a duty to conform to the following:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Confidentiality
Quality and Continuous Improvement - CI
Induction
Learning and development
Collaborative working
Managing information
Service delivery
Security
Professional conduct, uniforms and appearance
About us
At Hartlepool and Stockton Health GP Federation our guiding aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of local people. Relationships are key to everything we do and by working with our practice members and their Primary Care Networks, as well as other local partners, we strive to provide excellent services that help people to live their best lives.
As part of this support, we are hosting this job advert on behalf one of our member practices, The Densham Surgery.
At The Densham Surgery, we believe that excellent patient care starts with a valued and supported team. We offer:
- A supportive and experienced clinical and administrative team
- Two GP Partners
- GP Registrars and a skilled Nursing Team
- Dedicated and experienced Support Staff
- Strong Practice Management support
- Clinical Pharmacist support through our Primary Care Network
- Regular clinical meetings and opportunities for peer support
- An open and approachable leadership style