Job summary
Are you a newly qualified GP
(within the last two years, without a substantive post) looking for an exciting
and supportive role to launch your career? Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care
Network (PCN) is seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking GP to join our team
on a fixed-term salaried contract until 31 March 2026.
We are looking for a highly
motivated and dedicated Newly Qualified GP to join our multidisciplinary team
under the NHS Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS).
We will provide a regular
programme of mentoring and support. Plus, access to all PCN wide clinical
education sessions to assist with your ongoing personal development.
There are between 2-6 sessions per week available.
To apply please submit your CV and send a covering letter to sharon.bates2@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
- Provide high-quality, patient-centred care across the PCN.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, pharmacists, mental health practitioners, and social prescribers, to ensure integrated patient care.
- Conduct consultations, assessments, and follow-ups with patients.
- Contribute to the management of chronic disease, health promotion, and disease prevention in line with best practices and PCN goals.
- Participate in clinical audits, training, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care within the PCN.
- Support the development and implementation of new care pathways that align with ARRS objectives.
About us
The Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network (PCN) is a proactive and
supportive network of four General Practitioner surgeries: Brannam, Fremington,
Litchdon and Queens Medical Centres. Between us we provide care to over 55,500
patients in the Barnstaple area.
We
are a forward-thinking and collaborative Primary Care Network (PCN) dedicated
to enhancing patient care and supporting healthcare professionals. Our PCN is
committed to promoting health and well-being through patient-centred services
and integrated care, with a focus on meeting the needs of our diverse
community. Join us in delivering high-quality healthcare and making a positive
impact on patients' lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
- To provide a comprehensive range of clinical duties at the agreed Surgeries within our Primary Care Network, which may also include working within our Enhanced Access Service.
- To undertake surgery consultations, home visits where necessary, and telephone queries from patients and health care professionals.
- Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
- To undertake on-call duties as part of the Surgery on the day team where agreed. This may include requesting that patients present at the surgery, telephone consultations, home visits and triage.
- Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects, and interactions
- Assess, identify, and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with national and local guidelines.
- Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
- Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
- In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
- Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.
- Collecting data for audit purposes.
- Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
- To provide a comprehensive range of clinical duties at the agreed Surgeries within our Primary Care Network, which may also include working within our Enhanced Access Service.
- To undertake surgery consultations, home visits where necessary, and telephone queries from patients and health care professionals.
- Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
- To undertake on-call duties as part of the Surgery on the day team where agreed. This may include requesting that patients present at the surgery, telephone consultations, home visits and triage.
- Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects, and interactions
- Assess, identify, and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with national and local guidelines.
- Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
- Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
- In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
- Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.
- Collecting data for audit purposes.
- Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise and entry on the GP Register - Certificate of completion date must be within 2 years and not having held a substantive post before.
- Certificate of Completion of Training in General Practice / Certificate confirming eligibility for General Practice Registration, or equivalent.
- Included on a Medical Performers List or eligible.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using electronic clinical patient records.
- Experience of medicines management.
- Experience of QOF, Enhanced services and clinical audit.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing compassionate care.
- Experience with SystmOne or similar clinical systems is an advantage.
- Membership of a relevant Medical Defence Union.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise and entry on the GP Register - Certificate of completion date must be within 2 years and not having held a substantive post before.
- Certificate of Completion of Training in General Practice / Certificate confirming eligibility for General Practice Registration, or equivalent.
- Included on a Medical Performers List or eligible.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using electronic clinical patient records.
- Experience of medicines management.
- Experience of QOF, Enhanced services and clinical audit.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing compassionate care.
- Experience with SystmOne or similar clinical systems is an advantage.
- Membership of a relevant Medical Defence Union.
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).
