Salaried GP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Salaried Portfolio GP Needed

ICO Health Group

Full time Portfolio GP or Two-Part Time Portfolio GPs

8 sessions or 2 x 4 sessions

£10k to £12k per session, dependent on experience and responsibility

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a GP to join a forward thinking and innovative practice in the Downham Health & Leisure Centre Moorside Clinic, part of the ICO Health Group. We have a 10,500-patient list size in a suburban patient population with wide ranging health needs. The practice is based in the modern purpose built Downham Health & Leisure Centre and is easily accessible by public transport and easy parking on-site.

Working collaboratively with our PCN, ICB and other neighbouring practices, our MDT team consists of 3 GP Partners, 3 Associate GPs, 2 Clinical Pharmacists, 2 Physician Associates and 2 Practice Nurses, who are very well supported by an established management and administrative team. The post holder will manage a diverse suburban patient caseload with wide ranging health needs, ensuring the highest standards of care.

We have partnered with Doctaly Assist (https://doctalyassist.com/) to develop our ChatDoc digital pathway to improve access for our patients and we feel this role would suit Portfolio GPs who are looking to develop their leadership skills and get involved in service transformation. As part of this role, you will develop a deep understanding of how General Practice contracting works, learn about Health Technology development and support digital transformation. One of our partners is the Primary Care Chief Clinical Information Officer for Southeast London ICB and will be on hand to provide support and mentorship.

Job Overview

The practice is looking for 8 sessions of GP Salaried Role including extended hours per week, which are flexible. This could be one GP or a Job share. In accordance with the practice timetable, the post-holder will make him/herself available to undertake a variety of duties including Face to Face and Telephone consultations, Share of Duty Cover. They will help to lead the MDT including leadership and oversight of our new ChatDoc streaming service which is managed by the Duty Doctor and wider team. There will be an opportunity to develop areas of interest. The successful candidate will be a proactive and key addition to the Practice Team - they will be expected to actively participate in practice meetings. We offer a competitive salary, NHS pensions, six weeks holiday, and one week of study leave pro rata.

About us

ChatDoc Digital Service launched Dec 2022 and digital pathways developed in partnership with Doctaly.

High QOF achieving practice.

CQC rated good.

EMIS Web clinical system

Wide range of local enhanced services offered.

Community service on-site

Support allied health professionals/MDT working.

Support Digital Transformation of services with significant mentorship.

Main Duties

The post holder will work within the practice clinical team to deliver effective, high-quality care, treatment and advice to our patients through face to face, telephone, video and online consultations, making every contact count!

If desired the post holder can be supported to develop leadership role within the clinical / practice team.

The position involves supporting the practice to deliver its core responsibilities but also to help transform the way it delivers these in a sustainable way. Ideally, we are looking for someone who with support and mentorship will be willing trial new ways of working and to ensure a Customer Service led approach to delivering patient care to our population.

Support with the normal duties of a GP working in primary care, including (for example):

Face to Face Clinics, telephone, video, and online consultations.

Referring patients to other organisations where clinically indicated.

Prescribing in accordance with patients' needs, adhering to guidance and prescription reviews.

Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with good practice.

QOF/local contract work as agreed.

Participation in the on-call rota (duty doctor) and home visits (rare as we utilise the One Health Lewisham Paramedic Home Visit Service).

Participation in the educational supervisor rota (after suitable induction and assessment period).

All clinical administration.

Person Specification

Essential

Must be fully qualified MRCGP GP with Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), GMC Registration and provide the practice with any relevant certification. Must be on the performers list with eligibility to practice in the UK independently.

Desirable

A GP with interest in developing leadership skills and looking to progress. A passion for service transformation and interest in Digital Health.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: £80,000.00-£96,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications
• Essential
• Fully Qualified GP eligible to work in General Practice in the NHS
• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• National Performers List Registration
• General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003
• Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983
• Clear DBS report
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing personal & professional development
• Eligible to independently practice in the United Kingdom
• Experience working in general practice/primary care environment
• Have an understanding of the needs of the vulnerable groups of patients that are registered

Desirable

• Experience of working to achieve standards within the Quality
• and Outcome Framework (QOF)
• Understand the health and social needs of a local practice patient population
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Experience of supporting service change
• Ability to listen actively to patients in a non-judgemental manner.
• The ability to deal with criticism and work well under severe pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Patience and a calm demeanour in stressful situations.
• Formulating treatment plans and evaluation of progress
• Ability to work with integrated care pathways, protocols, and patient specific directives.
• Understanding of the current issues and challenges facing primary care
• Ability to develop and deliver evidence based care.
• Experience of service improvement and quality initiatives.
• Evidence of contributing to practice development and research in clinical area.
• Ability to understand the importance of and establish own role in Clinical Governance and risk management.
• Demonstrates evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)
• Excellent time management skills.
• Excellent record keeping skills
• Experience with clinical IT systems e.g. EMIS

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

ICO HEALTH GROUP

Address

Moorside Surgery

7-9 Moorside Road

Bromley

Kent

BR1 5EP

Employer's website

https://www.icohealthgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)