Job summary
The Mount Group Practice is located close to Doncaster City Centre and our branch surgery is located in West Bessacarr approximately 3 miles from the city centre.
We have a patient list size of approximately 14,000 patients covering DN1 - DN4.
We are seeking a forward-thinking General Practitioner who is committed
to delivering high-quality, patient-centred services. The position is with a definite view to Partnership for the right candidate.
The ideal candidate will, embrace new ideas and models of care and digital health
technologies. They will be proactive in identifying opportunities for service improvement
and clinical innovation. Be open to developing special interests that align
with our practice and community needs. You will be well supported by our robust nursing and administrative teams.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will undertake a variety of duties including
face-to-face, telephone and video consultations, queries, visiting patients
at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions, processing of patient
results and correspondence in a timely manner.
Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting
problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers
within the practice.
Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and
undiagnosed problems.
Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed
standards.
Collecting data for audit purposes.
Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or
generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.
To opportunistically complete the necessary checks and record
appropriate data to support the practice in meeting the QOF, attaining GMS
contract quality points.
About us
Due to the relocation of one of our GP Partners this is a
rare opportunity to join our Practice in Doncaster, South Yorkshire.
We have 5 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GP's, 1 ANP, a Clinical Pharmacist, & 5 Practice Nurses.
We also have an experienced management, reception, admin/secretarial
team who are all committed to providing high quality, friendly and personal
primary care.
We are a member of the 4Doncaster Primary Care Network and Primary Care Doncaster Federation.
We are also a GP training practice, hosting student doctors.
The practice has been rated as Good by the Care Quality Commission
(CQC).
Every year, we are consistent high achievers on QOF.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will manage your own patient list (based on 6
sessions) and take part in the duty doctor rota, currently 08:00 - 13:00 or 13:00 - 18:00.
Role development and training is encouraged and supported.
Surgery start times can be flexible, but the post holder should normally
be available between 8.00am and 6.00pm on each working day.
Each session will consist of the following:
AM session
15 patients face-to-face, telephone or video consultations + 2 sick notes
PM session
15 patients face-to-face, telephone or video consultations
An on-call session will consist of 18 patients (unless emergencies occur)
All administration duties to be included between the hours of 08:00 - 18:00 i.e. pathology, referral letters, dealing with incoming correspondence and queries
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will manage your own patient list (based on 6
sessions) and take part in the duty doctor rota, currently 08:00 - 13:00 or 13:00 - 18:00.
Role development and training is encouraged and supported.
Surgery start times can be flexible, but the post holder should normally
be available between 8.00am and 6.00pm on each working day.
Each session will consist of the following:
AM session
15 patients face-to-face, telephone or video consultations + 2 sick notes
PM session
15 patients face-to-face, telephone or video consultations
An on-call session will consist of 18 patients (unless emergencies occur)
All administration duties to be included between the hours of 08:00 - 18:00 i.e. pathology, referral letters, dealing with incoming correspondence and queries
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully qualified GP eligible to work in NHS General Practice.
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
- Registered on the General Practitioner Register under Article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003.
- Registered on the National Performers List.
- Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
- Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) report.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
- Experience working in general practice or primary care.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to listen actively and empathetically.
- Strong attention to detail and time management.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle criticism constructively.
- Experience with clinical IT systems (e.g., SystmOne, Accurx).
- Accurate and thorough record keeping.
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualifications in areas such as:
- Dermatology
- Minor surgery
- Diabetes care
- Women's health
- Mental health
- Palliative care
- Teaching or mentoring qualifications for GPs involved in training registrars or medical students.
- Understanding of the needs of vulnerable patient groups.
- Experience working to achieve Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) standards.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully qualified GP eligible to work in NHS General Practice.
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
- Registered on the General Practitioner Register under Article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003.
- Registered on the National Performers List.
- Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
- Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) report.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
- Experience working in general practice or primary care.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to listen actively and empathetically.
- Strong attention to detail and time management.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle criticism constructively.
- Experience with clinical IT systems (e.g., SystmOne, Accurx).
- Accurate and thorough record keeping.
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualifications in areas such as:
- Dermatology
- Minor surgery
- Diabetes care
- Women's health
- Mental health
- Palliative care
- Teaching or mentoring qualifications for GPs involved in training registrars or medical students.
- Understanding of the needs of vulnerable patient groups.
- Experience working to achieve Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) standards.
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).
