Job summary
GPs are often the initial point of contact for patients' health concerns.
They provide care considering a patient's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
GPs treat a range of common and chronic illnesses, managing long-term conditions to keep patients healthy.
They refer patients to hospitals or specialists for more complex conditions or urgent treatments.
GPs work within communities, building relationships with patients and understanding their local context.
GPs are involved in promoting good health, preventing illness, and initiating treatments.
They work as part of a wider healthcare team to discuss and coordinate patient care.
Main duties of the job
Core responsibilities
Delivery of highly effective medical care to the population
Provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
Clinically examine & assess patient needs from a
physiological & psychological perspective. Plan clinical care, referring patients to services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising
Practice & local guidelines
Prescribing, adhering to local & national guidance
Prioritise health problems. Intervene appropriately including
initiation of effective emergency care
Manage long-term conditions
Support patients to adopt strategies
that promote healthy lifestyles
Review medications, following appropriate policies
Maintain accurate clinical records along with good practice,
policy & guidance
Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical
guidelines and the audit process
Deliver anticipatory care plans
Commit to the implementation of continuous
improvement and quality initiatives
Accept delegated responsibility for specific areas of QOF
Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings
Apply current legislation, adhere to practice policies & procedures on
Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
Comply with the appraisal process
Prepare and complete the revalidation process
Be an integral part of the general practice team as well
as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team
About us
The Practice currently cares for
8,500+ patients cared for by a team of 3 Partners, 2 salaried GPs, an ANP, 2
Practice Nurses, a Practice Pharmacist, HCAs and a mix of 10 reception/admin
staff.
We are part of East Elmbridge PCN,
along with 6 neighbouring practices.
We are a training practice and
delight in welcoming new students. We also hold monthly staff meetings, open to
all staff.
Located in East Molesey, Surrey, with
parking provided.
Situated near to Hampton Court Palace
and the river Thames, with a wealth of cultural and social venues.
We are looking for a candidate that shares our ethos and able to start as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried
GP in delivering health services.
The delivery of highly effective medical care to the
entitled population
The provision of services commensurate with the primary care
contract
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
Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to
assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including
initiation of effective emergency care
Effective management of long-term conditions
To support patients to adopt health promotion strategies
that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care
Processing of administration in a timely manner, including
referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative
tasks
Review medications following the appropriate policies,
NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways
Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice,
policy and guidance
Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the
practice workload
Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical
guidelines and the audit process
Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans
Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous
improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or
areas) or the QOF
Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as
required
Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of
the practice including clinical governance and training
Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding
current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on
Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit
to practice
Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing
professional development across the practice team
Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff
regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement
To be an integral part of the general practice team as well
as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team
There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other
tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried
GP in delivering health services.
The delivery of highly effective medical care to the
entitled population
The provision of services commensurate with the primary care
contract
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
Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to
assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including
initiation of effective emergency care
Effective management of long-term conditions
To support patients to adopt health promotion strategies
that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care
Processing of administration in a timely manner, including
referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative
tasks
Review medications following the appropriate policies,
NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways
Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice,
policy and guidance
Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the
practice workload
Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical
guidelines and the audit process
Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans
Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous
improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or
areas) or the QOF
Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as
required
Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of
the practice including clinical governance and training
Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding
current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on
Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit
to practice
Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing
professional development across the practice team
Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff
regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement
To be an integral part of the general practice team as well
as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team
There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other
tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels
Person Specification
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 12 months 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
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Performers List registration
- 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
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Polite and confident
- Motivated, forward thinker
- Effectively utilise resources
Desirable
- Familiar with:
- EMIS
- Docman
- Word
- Excel
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP
- MRCGP
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
Desirable
- Clinical trainer or supervisor qualification
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
- Knowledge of health promotion strategies
- 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
- Experience of medicines management
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service
Person Specification
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 12 months 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
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Performers List registration
- 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
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Polite and confident
- Motivated, forward thinker
- Effectively utilise resources
Desirable
- Familiar with:
- EMIS
- Docman
- Word
- Excel
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP
- MRCGP
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
Desirable
- Clinical trainer or supervisor qualification
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
- Knowledge of health promotion strategies
- 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
- Experience of medicines management
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service
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).