Salaried GPNHS
Job summary
Would you like the opportunity to work in a busy, forward-thinking practice on the edge of Northampton?
Woodview Medical Centre is looking for a full-time or part-time Salaried GP (number of sessions negotiable) to join our friendly, supportive team on an initial 612 month contract, with the potential for future opportunities.
We pride ourselves on creating a positive working environment where clinicians are well supported. Our experienced nursing team operates an effective letter triaging system, significantly reducing GP administrative workload, while our efficient on-site pharmacy team helps streamline prescribing and medication queries, allowing you to focus on patient care.
You will be based in modern, purpose-built premises with an on-site pharmacy and dental practice, dedicated doctors' parking with full CCTV surveillance, and excellent access to major road networks.
The successful applicant will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care to our practice population, managing a broad spectrum of health conditions in a timely and efficient manner.
Main duties of the job
- Above-average salary, negotiable depending on experience and number of patients per session
- Initial 612 month contract
- 6 weeks' annual leave
- 3 days' study leave (pro rata)
- Medical indemnity covered
- Supportive, approachable clinical and administrative team
- Reduced administrative burden through nurse-led letter triaging
- Efficient and experienced pharmacy team
- Tier 2 sponsorship may be available
Main duties will include;
- Provide general medical services in accordance with the GMS contract.
- Conduct patient consultations (face-to-face, telephone and occasional home visits where appropriate).
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Promote health education and preventative medicine.
- Undertake clinical procedures within scope of competence.
- Review laboratory results and hospital correspondence, with letters already triaged to minimise administrative workload.
- Maintain accurate patient records using SystmOne.
- Work within agreed clinical protocols and NICE guidance.
Team Working:
- Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, allied health professionals and administrative staff.
- Participate in practice meetings, clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives.
- Support the supervision and training of medical students, GP registrars and other learners where appropriate.
Job description
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.
About us
Woodview Medical Centre is a high-performing, friendly training practice serving approximately 11,000 patients.
Our practice offers:
- High QOF achievement and delivery of a wide range of Enhanced Services
- Supportive GP partners and multidisciplinary team
- Training Practice status
- SystmOne clinical system
- CQC rating: Good
- Member of MWeb PCN with a comprehensive ARRS workforce
Northampton is a vibrant and growing town offering excellent parks, leisure facilities, restaurants, bars and highly regarded schools, together with a university. Surrounded by attractive villages, it has excellent transport links, being close to the M1 and only around one hour by train from central London.