General PractitionerNHS
Job summary
Are you a dedicated GP looking to join a thriving, supportive practice? We're a well-established, high performing practice in Dorchester serving 5,400 patients, renowned for excellent patient satisfaction and a collaborative team environment.
Main duties of the job
4-8 sessions (2-4 days)a week.
BMA Safe Working Guidance applied to clinical rotas.
Share of group admin duties.
Allocated care home to help support the Frailty Team.
QI Projects.
Supporting the wider team.
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Salaried GP with the option of a Partnership
Responsible To: Partners (Clinically) and Practice Manager
Main Purpose of the Post:
To manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients. To carry out all duties in a professional manner and adhere to all Fordington Surgery protocols, policies, and guidelines.
Duties & Responsibilities of the Post:
The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.
The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
Effective management of long-term conditions
Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas)
Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
Prepare and complete the revalidation process
Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
Support the training of GP Registrars
Support the Partners and Management Team in achieving the strategic aims of the practice
Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:
Participate in practice audits as requested
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care, both at Practice and Locality level
Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach
While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
Personal/Professional Development:
In addition to maintaining continued professional development, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
Quality:
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Communication:
The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members
Communicate effectively with patients and carers
Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.
Contribution to the Implementation of Services:
The post-holder will:
Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance
Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work. The list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. The way tasks are executed is of paramount importance to the smooth running of the surgery.
Person Specification:
Qualifications & Training
Essential
Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
Annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate)
General practice (Vocational Training Scheme) trained
On medical performers list
Enhanced DBS check
UK driving licence
UK work permit (if required)
Medical defence union cover
Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
Special interest qualification, experience and skills
Experience and skills
Essential
Chronic disease management
Primary prevention & screening services
Clinical Governance
Delivery of QoF targets
Self-audit and reflection
Organised and efficient in record keeping and completion of paperwork
Time management being able to prioritise work and work under pressure
Computer literacy
Excellent Communication Skills
Excellent People Skills
Attention to detail
Desirable
Adaptability to change
Service Development
Knowledge of SystmOne clinical system
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
Willingness to share and collaborate across entire primary health team
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with multi-disciplinary teams
Ability to work flexibly
Ability to recognize own limitations and act upon them appropriately
Willingness to learn new skills and to problem solve on a daily basis
Understanding and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
Excellent Level of Spoken English
Desirable
Ability to input to strategic and practice development requirements
Involvement in strategic Locality work
Desire to develop specialist skills
Ability to challenge traditional models of working and to suggest improvements for change in a positive and inclusive manner
About us
We're a well-established, high performing practice in Dorchester serving 5,400 patients, renowned for excellent patient satisfaction and a collaborative team environment. A highly motivated and experienced team with a strong focus on quality care. Excellent patient satisfaction scores reflecting our commitment to outstanding service. Opportunity to progress to property-owning partnership, with full support to help you transition. Characterful premises in a beautiful Dorset location with easy access and excellent local amenities.