About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a GP with Special Interest in Addiction Psychiatry for our Inclusion Recovery Hub in Hampshire. This is a part time post for 5 sessions a week, predominately based at the Basingstoke Hub with flexibility to cover Aldershot as required
You will be responsible for implementing and coordinating complex packages of care appropriate to the individuals need and work alongside the MDT to address services users wider care needs
You will provide specialist prescribing to individuals who present at the community drug and alcohol treatment service
Main duties of the job
Where appropriate to provide training and development support to staff, trainees and students. To take on a joint responsibility for sound clinical governance. To contribute as required to relevant audits.
To produce reports if required by commissioners. To attend meetings with commissioners if required. To ensure the successful delivery of the specialist prescribing within the service and support Partner agencies (Primary and Secondary Care, Pharmacies) to meet best practice standards.
About us
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Inclusion service offers psychological and drug & alcohol services, in the community, and in prisons, and has contracts across the country.
As an organisation we serve a population of 1.5 million and currently employ around 9000 members of staff.
We have a wide range of exciting opportunities for people looking to work in a truly integrated NHS organisation. By joining MPFT you will become part of a team who are empowered and supported to deliver care in a way which is consistent with our values:
Putting people at the heart of what we do Empowering people to improve care and wellbeing Delivering better health, better care in partnership Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Job description Job responsibilities
The Post Holder will ensure that the highest levels of clinical governance are visible and operational within their practice and contribute to the review and development of the services prescribing protocols and to areas of potential research and evaluation.
The Post Holder will be expected to maintain an up to date awareness of the infection control precautions relevant to the area of work and implement these in practice. As a minimum, this must include hand hygiene, the use of personal protective equipment, the use and disposal of sharps and communicating the importance to patients, nurses and other health care staff you are working with.
To assume a key Prescriber role, including allocation of highly complex patients, with responsibility for the delivery of medical aspects of the care plan. Attend clinical review meetings where appropriate. To use electronic records to maintain a proper and accurate record of all client contacts and contacts with concerned others and involved agencies.
To ensure Continuous professional development in regard to clinical practice. To provide medical advice and guidance on complex cases to staff within Inclusion and attend prescribing forums. Attending MPFT and Inclusion meetings where appropriate. To contribute to the development of a culture of quality improvement. Taking part in reviewing referrals. To be involved in Inclusion research and innovation opportunities.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential
Medical Degree (MRCGP/MBBS) Fully registered with the GMC and on Medical Performers' List/Registered with a licence to practise GP applicants must be on the GP register
Desirable
Management Qualification RCGP working in substance misuse part I and II (or agreeing to work towards promptly achieving these qualifications)
Experience Essential
Have specialist knowledge of current initiatives impacting on services. A robust knowledge of drug alcohol treatment. A comprehensive understanding of confidentiality and information sharing including child protection
Desirable
Knowledge therapeutic strategies e.g.CBT.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Inclusion
Address Jacobs House
Basingstoke
RG21 7PE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)