About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, patient-focused General Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive practice team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a well-established, forward-thinking GP Practice that is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our local community.
As a GP within our Practice, you will manage a varied clinical workload, providing high-quality care to registered and temporary patients across a range of clinical settings. You will work closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team, making autonomous clinical decisions while contributing to the continued development of our services.
We are committed to supporting our clinicians through a collaborative working environment, regular clinical meetings and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about delivering excellent patient care, enjoy working as part of a team and are looking for a practice that values innovation, wellbeing and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care through face-to-face consultations, telephone appointments and home visits where appropriate. You will assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of acute and long-term conditions, prescribe safely and effectively, and make referrals to secondary care and other community services when required.
You will undertake routine GP duties including reviewing test results, processing clinical correspondence, signing repeat prescriptions, maintaining accurate clinical records and participating in the practice's on-call and extended access rota where applicable.
Alongside your clinical responsibilities, you will contribute to clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives and service development, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to continually improve patient outcomes and the services we provide.
About us
Three Villages Medical Practice is a busy, friendly and progressive GP practice providing high-quality primary care to approximately 13,000 patients. We are proud of our supportive team culture, where clinicians and non-clinical staff work collaboratively to deliver safe, effective and compassionate care.
Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced GPs, Nursing Staff, Pharmacists, Physician Assistant, Healthcare Assistants, reception and administrative teams, all working together to provide excellent patient services. We encourage open communication, mutual respect and continuous learning, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
We are committed to service improvement, innovation and staff wellbeing. We offer opportunities for continuing professional development, regular educational meetings and involvement in quality improvement projects. If you are looking to join a welcoming practice where teamwork, professional development and patient care are at the heart of everything we do, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Job description Job responsibilities Job DescriptionJob Title
General Practitioner (GP)
Reports toGP Partners
Accountable toPractice Manager and GP Partners
Job PurposeThe post-holder will provide comprehensive, high-quality medical care to the practice population, managing a wide range of health needs within a primary care setting. Working as an autonomous practitioner and as part of the multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will assess, diagnose and treat patients in accordance with General Medical Council (GMC) standards, Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) guidance and local and national NHS policies.
The post-holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred services while supporting the practice's commitment to continuous quality improvement and clinical excellence.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical DutiesProvide face-to-face, telephone and online consultations for registered and temporary patients.
Assess, investigate, diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate.
Develop and implement evidence-based management plans in partnership with patients.
Prescribe safely, effectively and cost-efficiently in line with local and national prescribing guidance.
Review pathology results, hospital correspondence and clinical documents in a timely manner.
Process repeat prescription requests and medication queries.
Refer patients appropriately to secondary care, community services and allied health professionals.
Promote health education, screening, prevention and self-management.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records.
Participate in duty doctor sessions, on-call arrangements and extended access sessions as required.
Clinical GovernanceParticipate in clinical audit, quality improvement projects and significant event reviews.
Contribute to achieving Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other contractual requirements.
Support the development and implementation of clinical policies and protocols.
Maintain awareness of current clinical guidance and best practice.
Team WorkingWork collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, physician associates, healthcare assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Provide advice and support to colleagues where appropriate.
Foster effective communication to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain full GMC registration and a licence to practise.
Remain on the NHS England Performers List.
Participate in annual appraisal, revalidation and continuing professional development (CPD).
Maintain professional competence and comply with all statutory and mandatory training requirements.
Information GovernanceMaintain strict confidentiality regarding patients, staff and practice information.
Comply with GDPR, Data Protection legislation, Caldicott Principles and practice policies.
Ensure the safe handling and accurate recording of patient information.
Health, Safety and Infection PreventionComply with the Practice Health and Safety Policy.
Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
Report incidents, hazards and near misses in accordance with practice procedures.
Equality, Diversity and InclusionTreat all patients, carers and colleagues with dignity, fairness and respect.
Promote equality of opportunity and work in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Deliver care that is inclusive, compassionate and responsive to individual needs.
Training and DevelopmentParticipate in mandatory and role-specific training.
Contribute to teaching and mentoring of students, trainees and colleagues where appropriate.
Support the continuous development of the multidisciplinary team.
GeneralWork within all Practice policies, procedures and clinical governance frameworks.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post, following discussion with the Partners.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialFull GMC registration with a licence to practise.
Inclusion on the NHS England Performers List.
MRCGP (or equivalent recognised qualification).
DesirableAdditional postgraduate qualifications or specialist interests.
ExperienceEssentialExperience of working as a General Practitioner.
Experience managing a broad range of acute and chronic conditions.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
DesirablePrevious experience in UK General Practice.
Experience using EMIS Web.
Experience in quality improvement, audit or teaching.
Knowledge and SkillsEssentialExcellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Sound knowledge of evidence-based practice.
Strong communication and consultation skills.
Good organisational and time management skills.
IT literacy and experience using electronic patient record systems.
Personal AttributesEssentialCompassionate and patient-focused.
Professional, reliable and approachable.
Excellent team-working skills.
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload.
Commitment to quality improvement and continuous learning.
High standards of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of working in UK General Practice Experience of working with vulnerable groups
Desirable
Delivery of clinical audit QOF management Experience using EMIS Web, AccuRx, Footfall and Docman
Qualifications Essential
GMC Registered, not subject to suspension Qualified General Practitioner Currently on a CCG performers list Clear enhanced DBS check Clean Driving License
Desirable
Evidence of CPD
Understanding of Essential
NHS systems Vulnerable Groups and how to support them
Desirable
DQOFH & Enhanced Services Primary Care Networks;
Skills Abilities Essential
Team player Calm under pressure Friendly and inclusive Commitment to development Excellent communication skills Strong Microsoft office skills Excellent record keeping Excellent time management Able to work autonomously Punctuality.
Desirable
Leadership Skills
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 Three Villages Medical Practice
Address Stourbridge Health Care Centre
John Corbett Drive
Stourbridge
West Midlands
DY8 4JB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.3villages.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)