Salaried GP

Job responsibilities

The Salaried GP will 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. The post holder will work in accordance with the latest GMC guidance, national QOF indicators and within the scope of the practices clinical policies, protocols and values.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including Practice Nurses, clinical pharmacists, ACPs and administrative staff to contribute to overall smooth running and development of the practice.

Main Duties

• Provide high quality primary care to patients in accordance with GMC, CQC and NHS England standards.
• Conduct face to face, telephone, video and online consultations including management of acute, chronic and minor illnesses.
• Provide appropriate health education and disease prevention advice.
• Carry out chronic disease management, reviews and medication titration in line with QOF and local ICB pathways.
• Carry out home visits when necessary and clinically appropriate.
• Refer patients to secondary care or community services where appropriate
• Review and action pathology and radiology results, documents, discharge summaries and correspondence.
• Prescribe medication safely in accordance with current guidelines and be aware of prescribing budgets and cost effective choices.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to other clinicians as required.
• Participate in clinical and MDT meetings, significant event reviews, audits and peer discussions.
• Take part in duty doctor / on call rota
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous medical records in accordance with practice and GMC guidance.
• Contribute to improving clinical governance and quality improvement activities
• Support the training and development of medical students, GP Trainees or other learners attached to the practice.
• Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation requirements.
• Attend protected learning sessions and mandatory training.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
• Provide clinical input to the development or review of practice protocols and patient pathways.

Health & Safety

The post holder must be aware of and follow all policies relating to health and safety as outlined by the practice and ensure they:

• Work in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
• Report accidents, incidents or potential hazards following practice policy.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
• Comply with the practice's Fire Safety, Risk Assessment and Emergency Evacuation protocols.

Infection Prevention & Control (IPC)

The post holder must:

• Adhere to infection control procedures including effective hand hygiene and PPE use.
• Participate in annual IPC training
• Support audits and improvements in infection prevention procedures.
• Ensure equipment is cleaning and maintained according to guidance.

Confidentiality & Information Governance

• Maintain confidentiality at all times regarding patient and practice related information.
• Comply with GDPR and Caldicott principles
• Access patient information only where there is a direct clinical need.
• Ensure that sensitive date is stored, transmitted and disposed of securely.

Equality & Diversity

The post holder will:

• Uphold the rights, dignity and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
• Comply with the Equality Act 2010 and related legislation
• Act in a non-discriminatory manner and promote inclusivity in all aspects of care.
• Be an advocate for equal access to healthcare for all patients.

Personal & Professional Development

• Participate in the appraisal and revalidation process with as assigned appraiser
• Take responsibility for their own continuous medical education and CPD
• Attend all mandatory training required by the practice and NHS
• Maintain GMC registration and adhere to revalidation requirements
• Engage in reflective practice and demonstrate commitment to clinical improvement.

Quality & Clinical Effectiveness

• Monitor clinical performance through participation in audits and quality improvement.
• Contribute to the achievement of QOF and local ICB targets
• Take an active role in learning from complaints, incidents and significant events
• Reflect on performance and seek feedback from colleagues and patients.

Communication

• Maintain effective communication with patients, families, staff and external agencies.
• Recognise communication needs of patients with learning difficulties, sensory impairments or language barriers.
• Provide information in a clear and understandable format
• Contribute positively to a team-based culture of support, respect and professionalism.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

• Apply all practice policies and clinical protocols.
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery
• Participate in service reviews, audits and innovation projects
• Support the practice in meeting contractual and regulatory requirements.

Other Information

• Six weeks annual leave + one week study leave (Pro Rata for part time employees)
• Indemnity covered by the practice
• NHS Pension scheme

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified and registered General Practitioner
• Full registration with the GMC with a license to practice
• Inclusion on the NHS England Performers list
• Current valid indemnity cover

Desirable

• Additional qualifications in specialist areas (Diabetes, minor surgery etc)
• Mentor or teaching qualification
• GP Trainer

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continued professional development
• Experience using clinical systems - SystmOne
• Experience working in UK General practice / Primary Care
• Experience in prescribing and managing acute and long term conditions

Desirable

• Experience in manging chronic diseases
• Experience of QOF and clinical targets
• Experience in teaching, mentoring or clinical supervision

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent clinical, diagnostic and decision making skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage a full clinical caseload, including on-call/ duty doctor days
• Competent in IT, clinical systems and digital consultation platforms
• Able to prioritise and manage time effectively

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Understanding of current NHS structures, GP contract, QOF, Enhanced services.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children and adults

Desirable

• Knowledge of referral pathways and local services.
• Familiarity with Care Quality Commission (CQC) compliance
• Awareness of local ICB or PCN priorities.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate, empathetic and patient centred.
• Professional integrity and reliability
• Commitment to continuous improvement and reflective practice
• Motivated, proactive and enthusiastic
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working patterns
• Willingness to participate in CPD, training and meetings
• Supportive team player who contributes positively to team culture.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).