Job summary
This role will be employed under the
utilisation of the GP resilience scheme
We have an exciting opportunity for a General
Practitioner (GP) to join our established and progressive Primary Care Network
(PCN) in Totton. The job role would be split between on the day patient care
and home visiting with an emphasis on frailty.
We are looking for up to six session GP but
are happy to consider a job share position. This is a dynamic and varied role,
ideal for a GP who enjoys a broad scope of practice, working both in clinic and
in the community.
You will split your time between on-the-day
patient care, home visits, proactive frailty work, and clinical supervision of
a paramedic. You will be working as part of a highly skilled and supportive
multi-disciplinary team delivering innovative, patient-centred care.
Main duties of the job
1. Patient Care
2. Supervision
3. Population
Health Management
4.
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
5. Administrative
Responsibilities
6. Quality
Improvement and Development
About us
Totton PCN is a thriving network covering two GP practices: New Horizons Medical Partnership and Testvale Surgery, serving a population of 37,000. Both are CQC-rated Good and active training practices. We are committed to delivering excellent patient care through innovation, team working, and a strong focus on staff development and wellbeing.
Why Join Us?
- A varied and meaningful role with a mix of clinical and leadership responsibilities.
- Supportive team culture with regular CPD and development opportunities.
- Well-developed MDT and excellent administrative support.
- Opportunity to shape frailty services with plans to expand the team in coming months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
GP Duties and Responsibilities (GP)
As part of our GP team, your key responsibilities will include:
1. Patient Care
- Provide high-quality primary care through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations.
- Deliver urgent, on-the-day clinical care during duty sessions.
- Conduct home visits for housebound patients and those in care homes.
- Undertake proactive frailty management and personalised care planning for elderly and complex patients.
- Review investigation results, make timely referrals, and manage clinical correspondence and admin effectively.
- You will not be expected to hold a patient list.
2. Supervision
- Provide clinical oversight and support to a paramedic within the PCN home visiting team.
- With prior agreement to participate in the training and supervision of GP registrars.
- Support professional development, safe practice and effective triage and escalation processes.
3. Population Health Management
- Participate in initiatives aimed at improving care for frail and elderly patients and reducing avoidable hospital admissions.
- Work on targeted proactive care initiatives with support from our Care Co-ordinators and Frailty Team.
4. Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Work closely with team, including pharmacists, MSK FCPs, mental health professionals, care coordinators, GPs, nurses, ANPs, social prescribers and a paramedic.
- Participate in regular case reviews, MDT meetings, and proactive care planning.
5. Administrative Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EMIS, Docman and ICE.
- Contribute to achieving PCN and practice performance indicators including QOF, Network DES, and enhanced services.
6. Quality Improvement and Development
- Engage in quality improvement projects, audits and pathway development.
- Contribute to a culture of learning and continuous improvement across the PCN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
GP Duties and Responsibilities (GP)
As part of our GP team, your key responsibilities will include:
1. Patient Care
- Provide high-quality primary care through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations.
- Deliver urgent, on-the-day clinical care during duty sessions.
- Conduct home visits for housebound patients and those in care homes.
- Undertake proactive frailty management and personalised care planning for elderly and complex patients.
- Review investigation results, make timely referrals, and manage clinical correspondence and admin effectively.
- You will not be expected to hold a patient list.
2. Supervision
- Provide clinical oversight and support to a paramedic within the PCN home visiting team.
- With prior agreement to participate in the training and supervision of GP registrars.
- Support professional development, safe practice and effective triage and escalation processes.
3. Population Health Management
- Participate in initiatives aimed at improving care for frail and elderly patients and reducing avoidable hospital admissions.
- Work on targeted proactive care initiatives with support from our Care Co-ordinators and Frailty Team.
4. Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Work closely with team, including pharmacists, MSK FCPs, mental health professionals, care coordinators, GPs, nurses, ANPs, social prescribers and a paramedic.
- Participate in regular case reviews, MDT meetings, and proactive care planning.
5. Administrative Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EMIS, Docman and ICE.
- Contribute to achieving PCN and practice performance indicators including QOF, Network DES, and enhanced services.
6. Quality Improvement and Development
- Engage in quality improvement projects, audits and pathway development.
- Contribute to a culture of learning and continuous improvement across the PCN.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully Qualified GP with current GMC registration.
- On the Medical Performers List.
- A current Enhanced DBS Check.
- UK Driving Licence (if appropriate to post).
- UK Work Permit (if required).
- Appropriate current Medical Indemnity Cover.
- Current CPR Certificate & Safeguarding Training to national level required.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of:
- Working in a primary care environment.
- Triage.
- Dealing with a range of clinical conditions, including acute and long term conditions, keen interest in frailty.
- Providing home visits and providing care home cover.
- Providing Urgent on the day care.
Desirable
- Experience of:
- Care home ward rounds and overarching responsibility for a care home.
- Knowledge of:
- Quality and Outcomes Framework.
- Public health issues in the local area.
- Health promotion strategies.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
- Strong IT skills.
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook.
- Effective time management (planning & organising).
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving & analytical skills.
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
Desirable
- Previous use of Emis System.
- Understanding of the audit process.
- Understanding of clinical risk management.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident.
- Flexible and cooperative.
- Motivated, forward thinker.
- Problem-solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
- High levels of integrity and loyalty.
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
- Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations.
- Able to effectively communicate and understand the needs of the patient.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Effectively utilises resources.
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully Qualified GP with current GMC registration.
- On the Medical Performers List.
- A current Enhanced DBS Check.
- UK Driving Licence (if appropriate to post).
- UK Work Permit (if required).
- Appropriate current Medical Indemnity Cover.
- Current CPR Certificate & Safeguarding Training to national level required.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of:
- Working in a primary care environment.
- Triage.
- Dealing with a range of clinical conditions, including acute and long term conditions, keen interest in frailty.
- Providing home visits and providing care home cover.
- Providing Urgent on the day care.
Desirable
- Experience of:
- Care home ward rounds and overarching responsibility for a care home.
- Knowledge of:
- Quality and Outcomes Framework.
- Public health issues in the local area.
- Health promotion strategies.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
- Strong IT skills.
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook.
- Effective time management (planning & organising).
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving & analytical skills.
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
Desirable
- Previous use of Emis System.
- Understanding of the audit process.
- Understanding of clinical risk management.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident.
- Flexible and cooperative.
- Motivated, forward thinker.
- Problem-solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
- High levels of integrity and loyalty.
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
- Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations.
- Able to effectively communicate and understand the needs of the patient.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Effectively utilises resources.
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort.
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).
