Salaried GPNHS

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking, national exemplar of General practice. Rated CQC Outstanding

Whitstable Medical Practice is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GP to join our friendly, high-performing team for 6 to 8 sessions per week.

Are you looking for a Salaried GP role where you will feel valued, supported and have the opportunity to shape the future?

Would you like to be part of the only GP practice named in the NHS 10-year Health Plan for its innovation and care?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and ambitious practice where your ideas, professional development and well-being are genuinely valued.

Whitstable Medical Practice is a large, dynamic practice serving a growing population of more than 45,000 patients in the Whitstable area. We offer a diverse clinical scope that extends beyond traditional general practice, with a wide range of specialist services and clinics.

We are a training practice, helping develop the next generation of GPs and healthcare professionals, and an active research practice working with the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR)

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a GP who is:

• Enthusiastic, motivated and forward-thinking
• A strong team player who enjoys collaborative working
• Interested in developing specialist interests
• Passionate about providing excellent patient care in a supportive and innovative environment

The role consists of:

• Pre triaged 15 min Face-to-face consultations
• Dedicated built in admin time for reviewing self-generated results and admin
• Built in breaks for coffee and lunch
• Flexibility on sessions and start times.

Job description

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder will:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, urgent appointments, telephone consultations, clinical queries, triage and clinical decision-making.
• Assess, diagnose and manage acute presentations and same day care requirements within agreed clinical pathways.
• Make professional and autonomous clinical decisions in relation to presenting problems whether self-referred or referred by other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate, clear and contemporaneous computer-based consultation records in accordance with agreed standards.
• Prescribe in accordance with local and national prescribing guidance.
• Participate in safeguarding processes and identify safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Undertake all duties expected of a GP working within primary care appropriate to the role.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES WITHIN THE PRACTICE

The post holder will:

• Contribute to the teaching, support and development of doctors, nurses and wider clinical teams where appropriate.
• Maintain awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies and procedures including prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety, CQC standards and Quality and Outcomes Framework requirements.
• Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning, reflective practice and evidence-based medicine.
• Maintain a professional appraisal and development portfolio.
• Support the development and effective use of electronic patient records.
• Attend training, Practice meetings and events organised by the Practice or external agencies as appropriate.

CONFIDENTIALITY

In the course of carrying out duties, the post holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients, carers, practice staff and other healthcare professionals.

All such information must be treated as strictly confidential and handled in accordance with Practice policies, UK GDPR, Data Protection legislation and professional obligations.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The post holder will:

• Maintain continued professional development and fulfill appraisal and re-validation requirements.
• Participate in annual performance and development reviews.
• Take responsibility for maintaining professional registration and competency.
• Support learning and development activities across the Practice where appropriate.

QUALITY AND CLINICAL GOVERNANCE

The post holder will:

• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and risk management activities.
• Participate in Significant Event Analysis and learning reviews.
• Reflect on individual and team performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with external organisations and multidisciplinary teams.
• Effectively manage workload, time and resources while contributing positively to team performance.

COMMUNICATION

The post holder will:

• Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and external agencies.
• Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients and carers.
• Recognise and support alternative communication needs where required.
• Contribute to effective multidisciplinary working.

CONTRIBUTION TO SERVICE DEVELOPMENT

The post holder will:

• Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance consistently.
• Participate in audit and service improvement activities.
• Work with Partners and the Management Team to achieve agreed standards, performance measures and objectives.
• Support implementation of new policies, procedures and service developments in line with NHS England, the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and relevant legislation.

SAFEGUARDING

Whitstable Medical Practice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

All staff and post holders are expected to understand their safeguarding responsibilities, maintain appropriate training and act in accordance with local safeguarding procedures and Practice policies.

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.

About us

What we offer

• £12,000 per session, per annum
• 6 to 8 sessions per week
• Permanent position
• Non-list holding role
• No extended access
• No clinical audits
• No home visits, except in exceptional circumstances
• Highly supportive multidisciplinary team
• Supportive and approachable Partners
• Opportunities to develop specialist interests and leadership responsibilities
• Structured support and mentoring for new starters
• Flexible start times to fit around Childcare
• Joint Coffee breaks with colleagues
• Streamlined workflow optimisation to reduce administrative burden.

Support from our experienced clinical teams, including;

• Pharmacists to help with medication changes /issues
• Older Person Team who look after Nursing home residents
• Home Visiting Team Paramedics
• Very Helpful Nursing and HCA teams
• Supportive management and administrative teams
• Exceptional secretary support, including referrals.

Our state-of-the-art buildings provide access to a wide range of services and facilities, including:

• In-house phlebotomy
• X-ray
• Ultrasound
• DVT diagnosis and treatment
• Minor Injury Unit
• Dermatology including our award-winning QiC Team of the Year
• Echocardiography
• Ophthalmology
• Gynaecology
• LSI
• Minor surgery
• And many, many more ...