6 months Maternity Cover GPNHS
Job summary
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a GP to join our established training practice in Widnes on a contract for 6 months providing Maternity Leave cover. The post is for 6 sessions per week, on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Located in a state-of-the-art, purpose-built health centre in a desirable neighbourhood, we serve a patient population of approximately 12,000. We host a fantastic group of forward thinking & friendly clinicians made up of GPs, ANPs, Practice Nurses Pharmacists and HCAs and are looking forward to welcoming a new GP to our team.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We offer a competitive salary package in line with experience, along with the opportunity to work with a welcoming and supportive team looking to further your professional development.
6 sessions a week - on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Main duties of the job
- An enthusiastic & compassionate GP looking to join an exciting forward thinking practice
- GMC registered with inclusion on the NHSE Performers List (or eligible)
- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care
- Enthusiastic team player with excellent communication skills
- Interest in professional development. All experience levels are welcome
- Willingness to engage with quality improvement and Practice based initiatives
- GP willing to do home visits and administrative tasks relating to care they have provided
Job description
- Provide a full range of medical services as defined in the core GP contract, additional and enhanced services where appropriate.
- Provide other personal medical services to meet identified patients need.
- Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems whether self-referred or referred from other healthcare professionals within the organisation.
- Assess the healthcare needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
- Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
- Develop care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice; disease management protocols, provide counselling and health education.
- Work within current ICB policy for prescribing.
About us
WHY JOIN US?
Modern Facilities Brand new, purpose-built health centre in a nice neighbourhood. With state of the art facilities and comfortable working environment
Dynamic Team Young, vibrant team with diverse clinical expertise and a supportive collaborative culture
Training Practice Active involvement in all levels of medical education and professional development
Clinical Excellence Enthusiastic and forward thinking team members specialising in a wide range of areas to provide comprehensive patient care
OUR CLINICAL SPECIALTIES
- Minor Surgery
- Joint Injections
- Women's Health
- Dermatology
- Frailty
- Palliative Care
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
The Practice boasts strong connections with the University of Liverpool Medical School and local clinical training programmes. As a recognised training practice, we are committed to medical education and regularly host
- GP Trainees (ST1-ST3)
- Foundation Doctors (FY1/FY2)
- Medical Students
- Foundation Pharmacists
This provides an intellectually stimulating environment with opportunities for teaching and mentorship.
PRIMARY CARE NETWORK INVOLVEMENT
We are proud active members of our local Primary Care Network, playing a key role in:
- Development of a National award winning community Heart Failure Hub, and Chronic Kidney Disease clinics
- Advanced care pathways
- Collaborative working across the healthcare community