Locum GP (Long Term)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following is for Salaried GP, however the Locum GP will be expected to follow the job description where necessary

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, Docman correspondence 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 (pro rata) 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 and Manchester Standards

l. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

m. Contribute effectively 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 achieveing 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

Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

c. Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner Certificate of Completion of Training CCT
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defense indemnity MPS MDU
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Disclosure Barring Service DBS check
• Occupational Health Clearance

Desirable

• Experience of QOF and Clinical Audit
• Previous experience as a salaried GP
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of CCG initiatives

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development

Desirable

• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Previous experience as a salaried GP
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of CCG initiatives

Additional Skills Desired

Essential

• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Dr S Ahmed Newton Heath Health Centre

Address

Newton Heath Health Centre

2 Old Church Street

Manchester

M40 2JF

Employer's website

https://www.generalpracticenewtonheathhealthcentre.nhs.uk/index.aspx (Opens in a new tab)