Job summary
Join us on Cornwalls sunny south coast,
where exceptional medicine meets life by the sea.
Are you ready for a change of scene and
pace whilst continuing to practice outstanding medicine? Nestled in the heart
of beautiful Falmouth, our practice offers the rare chance to combine clinical
excellence with a lifestyle most doctors only dream of: turquoise sea, sandy
beaches, harbour walks, and a vibrant community that blends university energy
with coastal calm.
At Trescobeas Surgery, were a well-established, patient-focused GP partnership
serving around 10,700 patients (with a dispensing branch) and fully integrated
within our local Primary Care Network. We are looking for a committed and
enthusiastic salary GP to join our team for 4 sessions a week.
Main duties of the job
We
are a friendly, supportive and well-established practice which achieves
excellent QOF results.
We are a
patient-focused medical practice dedicated to providing high-quality primary
care to our local community. We currently have five established partners and four salaried GPs working alongside our practice nurses, paramedics, pharmacists,
physios, social prescribers and mental health hub within the Primary care
Network group to deliver excellent healthcare in a supportive
environment.
We
are a training practice for undergraduates and GP trainees.
We
offer family planning, minor surgery and joint injections, we are seeking a
committed and enthusiastic General Practitioner to join our team.
You
will provide comprehensive medical services to a diverse patient list,
contribute to chronic disease management and participate in clinical meetings
and quality improvement initiatives. You will also manage your own workload,
home visits, with duty and prescription review on a rota basis.
We
believe we offer high quality patient centred care and are interested in
speaking to GPs who would be keen to join our team.
We
welcome New to practice fellowships
We
use Systm 1 clinical system.
About us
What we offer
A friendly, supportive environment, five
experienced partners and four salaried GPs working closely with our
multidisciplinary team practice nurses, paramedics, pharmacists,
physiotherapists, social prescribers and mental-health practitioners delivering
excellent, joined-up care.
A modern model of care, we operate a
total triage system that allows genuine flexibility, excellent continuity, and
the ability to focus on what really matters to patients.
A training and teaching culture, we are a
training practice for undergraduates and GP trainees, fostering a supportive
and developmental environment for both new and experienced clinicians.
Scope for developing your interests, we
offer family planning, minor surgery, and joint injections, and encourage
clinical leadership and innovation in areas of personal interest.
Balanced working life, you will take part
in duty sessions, prescription reviews and home visits on a rota basis,
supported by an experienced admin and management team who keep non-clinical
workload to a minimum.
An enviable lifestyle, work where people
come on holiday surrounded by stunning coastline, world-class sailing waters,
excellent schools, and a welcoming Cornish community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
a .The
delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
b. The
provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract
c. To
clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and
psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients
to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice and any other
local guidelines
d.
Generic
prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
e.
Prioritise
health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex,
urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency
care
f.
Effective
management of long-term conditions
g.
To
support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy
lifestyles and apply principles of self-care
h.
Processing
of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription
requests and other associated administrative tasks
i.
Review
medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines
and local care pathways
j.
Maintain
accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and
guidance
k.
Work
collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
l.
Adhere
to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
m.
Support
the delivery of anticipatory care plans
n.
Contribute
to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality
initiatives within the practice
o.
Accept
delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
p.
Attend
and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
q.
Contribute
effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical
governance and training
r.
Be
aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and
adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and
Safeguarding Children
s.
Ensure
compliance with the appraisal process
t.
Prepare
and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice
u.
Commit
to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development
across the practice team
v.
Review
and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
w.
Encourage
collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a
culture of continuous improvement
x.
To
be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the
wider network and multi-disciplinary team
y.
There
may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be
dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels
In addition to the primary responsibilities,
the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities:
a.
Participate
in the spectrum of clinical governance processes
b.
Participate
in formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise Provide
leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing
guidance and support when necessary
c.
Participate
in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Job description
Job responsibilities
a .The
delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
b. The
provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract
c. To
clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and
psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients
to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice and any other
local guidelines
d.
Generic
prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
e.
Prioritise
health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex,
urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency
care
f.
Effective
management of long-term conditions
g.
To
support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy
lifestyles and apply principles of self-care
h.
Processing
of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription
requests and other associated administrative tasks
i.
Review
medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines
and local care pathways
j.
Maintain
accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and
guidance
k.
Work
collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
l.
Adhere
to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
m.
Support
the delivery of anticipatory care plans
n.
Contribute
to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality
initiatives within the practice
o.
Accept
delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
p.
Attend
and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
q.
Contribute
effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical
governance and training
r.
Be
aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and
adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and
Safeguarding Children
s.
Ensure
compliance with the appraisal process
t.
Prepare
and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice
u.
Commit
to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development
across the practice team
v.
Review
and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
w.
Encourage
collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a
culture of continuous improvement
x.
To
be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the
wider network and multi-disciplinary team
y.
There
may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be
dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels
In addition to the primary responsibilities,
the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities:
a.
Participate
in the spectrum of clinical governance processes
b.
Participate
in formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise Provide
leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing
guidance and support when necessary
c.
Participate
in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Person Specification
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation
- Appropriate defence indemnity
- Evidence of current validation
- Evidence of last appraisal
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures
- Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
- Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
- Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
- Ability to identify risk and assess/manage
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills
- Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Polite and confident
- Motivated, forward thinker
Desirable
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Effectively utilise resources
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
- Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice
- Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge
- Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues
- Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose
- Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly
- Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions
- Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
- Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of health promotion strategies
- Experience of medicines management
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service
Other Requirements
Essential
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Occupational health clearance
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role
- Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP
- MRCGP
- Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
Experience
Essential
- Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of providing home visits
- Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
- General understanding of the primary care contract
- Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice
Desirable
- An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners
Person Specification
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation
- Appropriate defence indemnity
- Evidence of current validation
- Evidence of last appraisal
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures
- Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
- Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
- Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
- Ability to identify risk and assess/manage
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills
- Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Polite and confident
- Motivated, forward thinker
Desirable
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Effectively utilise resources
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
- Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice
- Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge
- Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues
- Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose
- Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly
- Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions
- Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
- Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of health promotion strategies
- Experience of medicines management
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service
Other Requirements
Essential
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Occupational health clearance
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role
- Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP
- MRCGP
- Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
Experience
Essential
- Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of providing home visits
- Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
- General understanding of the primary care contract
- Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice
Desirable
- An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners
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).
Additional information
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).
