Salaried GP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

As part of the practice team, the post-holder will be expected to undertake a variety of general practice duties, in accordance with the agreed practice timetable. These include:

Patient Consultations & Care

• Conducting surgery consultations, telephone consultations, and handling patient queries.
• Visiting patients at home when clinically required.
• Assessing and managing patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions.
• Screening for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
• Developing individualised care plans in consultation with patients, in line with disease management protocols.
• Providing counselling and health education to support patient wellbeing.
• Admitting or discharging patients and referring to other care providers when appropriate.

Prescribing & Medication Management

• Reviewing, checking, and signing repeat prescriptions in a timely manner.
• Issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding handwritten prescriptions where possible).
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice formulary (or generically) where clinically appropriate.
• Assisting GP partners with prescription queries, re-authorisations, and signatures.

Clinical Documentation & Governance

• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes, adhering to agreed standards.
• Collecting data for audit purposes and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
• Making professional, autonomous clinical decisions for self-referred patients or those referred by other healthcare professionals.

In general, the post-holder will be expected to fulfil all standard duties and responsibilities of a GP working within primary care, ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care

Other Responsibilities Within the Organisation

Compliance & Governance

• Ensuring awareness of and adherence to all relevant practice policies and guidelines, including:
• Prescribing protocols
• Confidentiality and data protection (GDPR compliance)
• Health and safety regulations

Continuous Professional Development

• Committing to life-long learning and professional development to ensure evidence-based best practice.
• Attending training sessions, practice meetings, and external events as appropriate.

Quality Improvement & Audit

• Contributing to clinical audits, evaluations, and the setting of clinical standards.
• Assisting in the development and improvement of computer-based patient records.
• Supporting the summarising and read-coding of patient data for efficient record-keeping.

The post-holder will play an active role in enhancing practice efficiency, patient care quality, and professional development within the organisation.

Confidentiality & Information Governance

Patient Confidentiality

• Patients entrust us with sensitive health and personal information. This must be handled with the utmost confidentiality, professionalism, and respect.
• Patients have the right to expect that all staff will safeguard their privacy and act appropriately.

Access to Confidential Information

The post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to:

• Patients and their carers
• Practice staff and other healthcare professionals
• Business and operational aspects of the practice
• All such information regardless of its source must be treated as strictly confidential.

Data Protection & Disclosure

• Confidential information may only be shared with authorised persons, in line with practice policies, GDPR, and data protection regulations.
• Any disclosure of sensitive information must comply with the practices confidentiality and information governance procedures.

Failure to maintain confidentiality may result in disciplinary action and could constitute gross misconduct.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring compliance with the practices Health & Safety and Infection Control policies, promoting a safe and clean working environment for patients and staff. This includes:

• Personal & Workplace Safety: Using security systems, PPE, and adhering to infection control procedures.
• Infection Control & Hygiene: Managing infection risks, ensuring proper specimen handling, and maintaining hand hygiene standards.
• Incident Management: Handling accidental exposures, reporting hazards, and implementing corrective actions.
• Training & Compliance: Staying updated on national standards, providing infection control guidance, and ensuring adherence to protocols.
• Clean & Safe Environment: Overseeing facility cleanliness, safe waste disposal, and sterile work practices.

Regular training and active monitoring will ensure ongoing compliance with health, safety, and infection control regulations.

Equality & Diversity

The post-holder will promote equality, diversity, and inclusivity by:

• Respecting individual rights in line with practice policies and current legislation.
• Upholding privacy, dignity, and personal beliefs of patients, carers, and colleagues.
• Maintaining a welcoming, non-judgmental approach, ensuring all individuals feel valued and respected.

A commitment to fairness and inclusivity is essential in providing compassionate, patient-centred care.

Personal/Professional Development

The post-holder will:

• Participate in annual performance reviews and maintain a record of personal and professional development.
• Take responsibility for their own learning, growth, and performance, and share skills with others in similar roles.
• Engage in any relevant training programs provided by the practice to support ongoing development.

A focus on self-improvement and knowledge-sharing is key to ensuring continued excellence in care.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain and improve quality within the practice by:

• Identifying quality issues and alerting the team to potential risks.
• Assessing their own performance, taking responsibility for actions, and seeking supervision when needed.
• Contributing to team effectiveness by reflecting on activities and suggesting improvements.
• Collaborating effectively with external agencies to meet patient needs.
• Managing time, workload, and resources efficiently to ensure high-quality care.

Commitment to quality improvement and team collaboration is essential for continuous growth.

Communication

The post-holder will prioritize effective communication by:

• Collaborating well with team members to ensure smooth workflows.
• Engaging clearly with patients and carers, ensuring understanding and support.
• Recognising the need for alternative communication methods and adapting as required
• Effective communication is key to fostering team collaboration and providing patient-centred care.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards, and guidelines in daily tasks.
• Collaborate with the team to discuss how these policies and standards impact their work.
• Participate in audits when appropriate to ensure continuous improvement.

Essential Criteria

• Fully qualified GP with GMC full registration.
• Eligible to work in general practice in the NHS.
• Registered on the Performers List.
• MBChB and MRCGP qualifications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC full registration
• Eligible to work in general practice within the NHS
• Currently registered on the Performers List
• MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
• MRCGP (Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners)

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

Forest Health Care

Address

Cinderford Medical Centre

Valley Road

Cinderford

Gloucestershire

GL14 2NX

Employer's website

https://www.foresthealthcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)