GPwER - Breast ServicesNHS

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated GP with an Extended Role (GPwER) in Breast Surgery to join the existing Breast Team for 3 sessions per week. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician with a strong interest in breast disease, cancer pathways and ambulatory assessment to support the ongoing development of the service.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering family history clinics, supporting the development of a breast pain pathway, assisting with triple assessment clinics for urgent suspected cancer referrals, and contributing to referral triage and pathway optimisation. We are looking for a compassionate, patient-focused and team-orientated individual with excellent communication skills, sound clinical judgement and an enthusiasm for service improvement and collaborative multidisciplinary working.

Job description

• Deliver dedicated Family History Breast Clinics, including:
• Comprehensive family history assessment
• Risk stratification using agreed regional/national guidance
• Appropriate onward referral for genetic counselling and surveillance pathways
• Patient counselling and reassurance
• Support and develop the Breast Pain Pathway, helping to:
• Provide timely assessment and reassurance for low-risk patients
• Reduce unnecessary 2WW referrals
• Improve patient experience and pathway efficiency
• Promote evidence-based management strategies
• Participate in Triple Assessment Breast Clinics for urgent suspected cancer referrals under consultant supervision and agreed governance arrangements, including:
• Clinical breast examination
• Interpretation and discussion of imaging findings
• Supporting patient communication and documentation
• Coordinating onward investigations and follow-up
• Assist with triage of breast referrals, including:
• Prioritisation of urgent referrals
• Redirecting inappropriate referrals to alternative pathways where appropriate
• Supporting pathway navigation and clinic utilisation

About us

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We offer colleagues:

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition - we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please note:

• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications.
• All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.