About this role
Job summary
We're looking for a 6 session Salaried Partner to join our supportive clinical team. If you want to take the nextstep from being a salaried GP and want to increase your opportunities ; you could be joining apractice that values high-quality patient care, collaborative working and sustainable general practice.
For the right candidate, there is genuine roadmap to progress to full equity partnership in the nearfuture.
Main duties of the job
Provide high-quality, patient-centred medical care through face-to-face, telephone and remote consultations.
Assess, diagnose, investigate and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in line with current evidence-based practice. Prescribe safely and effectively, making appropriate referrals to secondary care and community services where required.
Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, supporting colleagues across the practice to deliver safe, efficient and compassionate care.
Contribute to the achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), Enhanced Services and other contractual and quality improvement initiatives.
Support the development of practice services, clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities.
Participate in practice meetings, significant event reviews and ongoing service development.
Supervise, support and share knowledge with clinical and non-clinical staff where appropriate, contributing to a positive learning culture.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records using the practice clinical system.
Work in accordance with GMC guidance, NHS policies and practice protocols, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and patient confidentiality.Joining as a GP with a view to Partnership, contribute to the ongoing development of the practice and, where appropriate, take an active role in leadership, service development and the future strategic direction of the organisation.
About us
Our practice sits at the heart of the village community and provides the kind of continuity of carethat many GPs value and increasingly seek.
We are a friendly, forward-thinking and supportive GP practice committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients while creating a positive and enjoyable working environment for our team.
Our practice is built on strong relationships, mutual respect and teamwork. We believe everyone has an important role to play, from our reception and administrative teams through to our nurses, allied health professionals and GPs. We foster an open, collaborative culture where colleagues are approachable, ideas are welcomed and successes are shared.
Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive primary medical services to registered patients.Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses.Undertake face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations.Carry out home visits where clinically appropriate.Prescribe safely and cost-effectively in accordance with national and local guidance.Arrange and interpret appropriate investigations.Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and community services.Promote preventative healthcare and health education.Manage long-term conditions in line with national guidance.Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.Participate in safeguarding adults and children in accordance with practice policies.Recognise and manage medical emergencies.Team WorkingWork collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, healthcare assistants, reception, dispensary and administrative teams.Support colleagues in delivering safe, efficient patient care.Participate in MDT meetings where appropriate.Contribute to a positive, supportive and respectful working environment.Quality and GovernanceContribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), Enhanced Services and other contractual requirements.Participate in clinical audit and quality improvement projects.Contribute to significant event analysis and learning.Support the implementation of national and local guidance.Maintain compliance with GMC standards and appraisal requirements.Participate in clinical governance activities.Leadership and Practice DevelopmentContribute to the ongoing development of practice services.Support service redesign and innovation to improve patient care.Assist in developing practice policies and clinical protocols where appropriate.Promote efficient and sustainable working practices.Support mentoring, supervision and education of learners and colleagues where appropriate.Partnership ResponsibilitiesFollowing appointment to Partnership, responsibilities may include:
Contributing to the strategic leadership of the practice.Supporting business planning and practice development.Participating in financial and operational decision-making.Helping ensure the long-term sustainability of the practice.Acting as a leader within the multidisciplinary team.Representing the practice at Primary Care Network and external meetings where appropriate.Professional ResponsibilitiesThe post holder will:
Maintain full GMC registration and a licence to practise.Participate in annual NHS appraisal and five-yearly revalidation.Undertake mandatory training.Maintain appropriate medical indemnity.Work within GMC Good Medical Practice.Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with UK GDPR and Data Protection legislation.Follow all practice policies relating to health and safety, infection prevention and control, safeguarding and equality, diversity and inclusion.This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the post. It is not exhaustive and may be reviewed in consultation with the post holder to meet the changing needs of the practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) Full GMC registration Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation England Conforms to the National Performers List and is able to perform any such service as detailed within Regulation 24 of the National Health Service (Performers Lists) (England) Regulations 2013. 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
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 two years as a salaried GP General understanding of the primary care contract Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice 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 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).
Employer details Employer name Bunbury Medical Practice
Address Vicarage Lane
Bunbury
Nr Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 9PE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://bunburymedicalcentre.gpsurgery.net/# (Opens in a new tab)