General Practitioner - Canolfan Iechyd Llangollen Health Centre,NHS

Job summary

We are looking for two enthusiastic, patient-centred GPs to join our friendly, well-respected practice due to retirement. This is a rare opportunity to become part of a cohesive, forward-thinking team with a strong reputation for high quality care and excellent staff wellbeing. We are seeking a minimum of 4 sessions for each post and offer a competitive package. We are a very supportive practice, we hold regular clinical and team meetings and we encourage and support special interests.

Main duties of the job

To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. The successful candidate will report to the Partners.

Job description

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:

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

d. Effective management of long-term conditions

e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

g. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

h. Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

k. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

l. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

m. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR

n. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

o. Prepare and complete the revalidation process

p. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

q. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

r. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

s. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

t. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

About us

We are a warm, friendly practice committed to providing our patients with the best possible care whilst supporting our staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance.

We work in a modern health centre, built in 2015, in the picturesque town of Llangollen which is situated in the stunning Dee Valley, close to the Welsh/English border. With good transport links to the North Wales coast and Snowdonia, and easy access to the vibrant cities ofChester and Liverpool, this beautiful area has something for everyone.

We have 9500 patients, 5 partners, an experienced nursing team and excellent support staff. We enjoy close working with AHPs such as district nurses, mental health nurses, OTs and pharmacists.