Job summary
The main purpose of the job is act independently to manage a
caseload of patients referred to Discharge to Assess beds (D2A), and to provide
full comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment/appropriate management,
onward referral and discharge to this complex range of patients. The supporting
admin team with ensure the most up to date patient list is provided.
The post holder
will also be required to manage a caseload and deal
with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the
highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Responsibilities
In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the
post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties
including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting
patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with
queries, paperwork, reports and correspondence in a timely fashion.
About us
Coventry and Rugby GP Alliance is committed to supporting and delivering high quality primary care services to the local population and strengthening and developing general practices.
We are a private company limited by shares, and as such, we are wholly owned by the practices within our Federation, covering a total population of around 450,000.
We continue to provide a range of high quality, accessible and responsive services, whilst always looking forward to find new ways to support general practice and our local population.
Our aim is to strengthen primary care for a stronger NHS. Our work plan continues to evolve to support local and national local policy developments, as well as local practice, Network and partner needs in terms of Supporting, Innovating, Delivering and Educating.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Making professional, autonomous decisions
in relation to presenting problems, whether self- referred or referred from
other healthcare workers within the organisation.
Assessing the
healthcare 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.
Providing counselling and health
education.
Admitting or discharging patients
to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate.
Recording clear
and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards. Collecting data for
audit purposes and complying with QOF requirements.
Delivering enhanced services.
Compiling and issuing
computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoid hand-written
prescriptions whenever possible).
Prescribing in accordance with
the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically
appropriate.
In general the post-holder will
be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated
with a GP working within primary care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Making professional, autonomous decisions
in relation to presenting problems, whether self- referred or referred from
other healthcare workers within the organisation.
Assessing the
healthcare 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.
Providing counselling and health
education.
Admitting or discharging patients
to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate.
Recording clear
and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards. Collecting data for
audit purposes and complying with QOF requirements.
Delivering enhanced services.
Compiling and issuing
computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoid hand-written
prescriptions whenever possible).
Prescribing in accordance with
the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically
appropriate.
In general the post-holder will
be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated
with a GP working within primary care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems
- Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours
- Experience of audit and improving care for patients.
Desirable
- Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda
- Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the areas
- Understanding current NHS policies
- Development of areas of clinical expertise
Other Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours if required
- Full license holder with access to transport, as the post will require travelling to practices
- Clear vision of role and commitment to working in Primary Care
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both written and verbally
- Good organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Working on own initiative
- IT skills (including word processing and database work) as relevant to General Practice
- Committed to quality and patient satisfaction
Values and Attitudes
Essential
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times.
- Ability to work under pressure
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree
- Full registration to General Medical Council (GMC)
- Certification of Completion of Training (JCPTGP/PMETB)
- Inclusion on Performer List
- Evidence of a commitment to on-going personal and professional development
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems
- Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours
- Experience of audit and improving care for patients.
Desirable
- Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda
- Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the areas
- Understanding current NHS policies
- Development of areas of clinical expertise
Other Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours if required
- Full license holder with access to transport, as the post will require travelling to practices
- Clear vision of role and commitment to working in Primary Care
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both written and verbally
- Good organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Working on own initiative
- IT skills (including word processing and database work) as relevant to General Practice
- Committed to quality and patient satisfaction
Values and Attitudes
Essential
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times.
- Ability to work under pressure
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree
- Full registration to General Medical Council (GMC)
- Certification of Completion of Training (JCPTGP/PMETB)
- Inclusion on Performer List
- Evidence of a commitment to on-going personal and professional development
Desirable
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).
