Job summary
Advance Your Career with Dewerstone Medical Group
Are you seeking the next step in your career within a
progressive, collaborative, and supportive medical group? Dewerstone Medical
Group invites enthusiastic and dedicated professionals to join our
well-established team, centrally located in the vibrant coastal city of
Plymouth offering scenic sea views and excellent access to the surrounding
countryside.
We are currently recruiting additional Salaried General
Practitioners, with the potential for future partnership opportunities. We
are ideally seeking candidates who can offer up to 10 sessions per week. A
competitive salary will be offered, commensurate with experience, with scope
for enhanced remuneration for special interests or
additional responsibilities.
We actively encourage the development of clinical
specialisms aligned with the needs of our patient population and welcome
applicants with particular areas of interest.
This opportunity is well-suited to both newly qualified and
experienced GPs. Comprehensive support is available, including mentorship if
required.
This post will involve cross working between both sites, and the opportunity to work within our Acute Care Hub.
Main duties of the job
To use professional skill and knowledge to provide a high
standard of primary and continuing medical care to
patients in line with the GMS contract
Contribute to the delivery of patient services in line with
ICB requirements
Effective clinical administration, audit and management,
appropriate to the role
Contribute to the Practice team by being an effective team
member
About us
Dewerstone Medical Group (Budshead Medical Practice & Oakside Surgery) is deeply committed to fostering a
supportive and inclusive working environment, where all staff are encouraged to
develop professionally. Our team benefits from a diverse group of experienced
clinicians, managers, and GP partners who contribute to a collaborative and
collegial practice culture.
As established training practices, we take pride in our
role in medical education. We are supported by two experienced GP trainers and
are actively involved in the supervision and development of GP registrars,
foundation doctors, medical students, designated medical prescribers (including
nurses, paramedics, and pharmacists), and VTS nurses.
We are also at the forefront of innovation within our Primary Care Network (PCN), leading the development of an advanced model for acute presentations through our PCN Acute Hub Pilot, supported by a wide multidisciplinary team.
If you are committed to delivering high-quality patient care
and have an interest in medical education or research, we would be pleased to
hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
Undertake all the duties associated with the
role of a General Practitioner required by the GMS contract, including patient
consultations, duty doctor cover and home visits. This should take in to
account physical, psychological and social factors when diagnosing illness,
treating diseases, tending to injuries and recommending treatment. Work in
accordance with the Practice rota system in place.
Collect, record and maintain patient
information, such as medical history, reports and examination results.
Information is recorded on the practices clinical system and this information
should be recorded accurately, using templates and read codes and in a timely
manner. Comply with all the objectives of the GMS Contract, QOF targets, ICB
requirements arrangements
Work in accordance with Practice clinical
procedures and protocols. All work within the practice is governed by protocols
and procedures alongside other additional governance requirements from outside
organisations
Request, perform and/or interpret tests and
records, reports and examination information to assist in diagnosis of
patients condition. Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication,
vaccination and other appropriate medical care to treat or prevent illness,
disease or injury. Monitor patients condition and progress and re-evaluation
and/or change treatments as necessary
Refer patients to medical specialists or other
practitioners appropriately, when necessary and in a timely manner ensuring
compliance with protocols and procedures for referral
Promote health education in conjunction with
other health care professionals and have an awareness of the local health and
social issues.
Complete all allocated and self-generated
clinical administration.
Carry out clinical audits as appropriate.
Completion of reports for solicitors, insurance
companies and other third parties as required.
Liaise with other health care professionals when
required, including support to the nursing team during minor illness clinics
Act in a way that protects the confidentiality
of patients and maintains the integrity of the patient/Practice relationship.
This includes compliance with the Practices Confidentiality Policy and
Caldicot guidance.
Recognise the importance of effective
communication within the team and communicate effectively with team members,
patients, their carers and other colleagues and health care professionals.
Take an active role and contribute to Practice
meetings where appropriate.
Support the compliance of the Practice Health
and Safety policy. Work safely at all times in accordance with legislative and
practice policies and procedures.
Participate in the GP revalidation and appraisal
scheme. Maintain portfolio of continuing professional development activities.
Maintain medical knowledge and skill level in
line with your Personal Development Plan and for the safe delivery of clinical
care within the Practice.
Keep up to date with medical developments,
medication and treatments.
Attend Practice training sessions as appropriate
and required.
Work safely at all times in accordance with
Legislative requirements and Practice Policy and Procedures.
Undertake any other duties requested by the
Partners or Practice Manager within professional and general competence.
This job description is not a comprehensive list of all
duties and responsibilities but a guide only. The job description may be
amended in line with the requirements of the Practice and for the delivery of
patient care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
Undertake all the duties associated with the
role of a General Practitioner required by the GMS contract, including patient
consultations, duty doctor cover and home visits. This should take in to
account physical, psychological and social factors when diagnosing illness,
treating diseases, tending to injuries and recommending treatment. Work in
accordance with the Practice rota system in place.
Collect, record and maintain patient
information, such as medical history, reports and examination results.
Information is recorded on the practices clinical system and this information
should be recorded accurately, using templates and read codes and in a timely
manner. Comply with all the objectives of the GMS Contract, QOF targets, ICB
requirements arrangements
Work in accordance with Practice clinical
procedures and protocols. All work within the practice is governed by protocols
and procedures alongside other additional governance requirements from outside
organisations
Request, perform and/or interpret tests and
records, reports and examination information to assist in diagnosis of
patients condition. Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication,
vaccination and other appropriate medical care to treat or prevent illness,
disease or injury. Monitor patients condition and progress and re-evaluation
and/or change treatments as necessary
Refer patients to medical specialists or other
practitioners appropriately, when necessary and in a timely manner ensuring
compliance with protocols and procedures for referral
Promote health education in conjunction with
other health care professionals and have an awareness of the local health and
social issues.
Complete all allocated and self-generated
clinical administration.
Carry out clinical audits as appropriate.
Completion of reports for solicitors, insurance
companies and other third parties as required.
Liaise with other health care professionals when
required, including support to the nursing team during minor illness clinics
Act in a way that protects the confidentiality
of patients and maintains the integrity of the patient/Practice relationship.
This includes compliance with the Practices Confidentiality Policy and
Caldicot guidance.
Recognise the importance of effective
communication within the team and communicate effectively with team members,
patients, their carers and other colleagues and health care professionals.
Take an active role and contribute to Practice
meetings where appropriate.
Support the compliance of the Practice Health
and Safety policy. Work safely at all times in accordance with legislative and
practice policies and procedures.
Participate in the GP revalidation and appraisal
scheme. Maintain portfolio of continuing professional development activities.
Maintain medical knowledge and skill level in
line with your Personal Development Plan and for the safe delivery of clinical
care within the Practice.
Keep up to date with medical developments,
medication and treatments.
Attend Practice training sessions as appropriate
and required.
Work safely at all times in accordance with
Legislative requirements and Practice Policy and Procedures.
Undertake any other duties requested by the
Partners or Practice Manager within professional and general competence.
This job description is not a comprehensive list of all
duties and responsibilities but a guide only. The job description may be
amended in line with the requirements of the Practice and for the delivery of
patient care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current full GMC Registration
- Inclusion in the GMC GP register
- Evidence of CPD and further education/training & professional updating
- Evidence of post-registration training
- Commitment to developing professional practice and skill
Desirable
- Membership of Royal College of General Practitioners
Experience
Essential
- Excellent patient manner and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good computer skills and the ability to adapt to GP clinical systems
- Aware of the importance of continuing professional development
- Awareness of current primary care initiatives
- Experience of health promotion
- Experience of undertaking clinical audit and implementing change
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Use of SystmOne clinical system
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current full GMC Registration
- Inclusion in the GMC GP register
- Evidence of CPD and further education/training & professional updating
- Evidence of post-registration training
- Commitment to developing professional practice and skill
Desirable
- Membership of Royal College of General Practitioners
Experience
Essential
- Excellent patient manner and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good computer skills and the ability to adapt to GP clinical systems
- Aware of the importance of continuing professional development
- Awareness of current primary care initiatives
- Experience of health promotion
- Experience of undertaking clinical audit and implementing change
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Use of SystmOne clinical system
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).
