About this role
Job summary
Seaton Park Medical Group, located in Ashington are looking for a Salaried GP to join their GP Practice on a fixed term 4-6 months contract for 4 to 6 weekly sessions.
We offer . . .
Competitive salary and benefits including General Whitley Council maternity and sick pay
6 weeks annual leave and 4 hours a week for protected CPD
Indemnity fees paid as part of the Practice Group Scheme
Comprehensive in-house educational programme, regular mentoring and opportunities for personal development
Opportunities to become involved in medical education, research or pursue a special interest
High QOF achievement and a wide range of Enhanced Services
Opportunities for flexibility of session times
A research and training practice
Main duties of the job
To provide personal medical care to patients of the Practice, working as part of the Practice team.
The scope of the role includes the full range of patient related and clinical activity of the Primary Care Team, within all of the practice locations and patients homes and all administration associated with patient care.
There are options to develop a special interest, such as minor surgery, womens health or other areas. Personal development is actively encouraged and supported.
About us
We are a forward-thinking, innovative Practice with a friendly and inclusive philosophy. We are the largest Practice in Northumberland with c. 21,000 patients, 6 GP Partners, 9 Salaried GPs, Pharmacists, ANPs, Musculoskeletal and Mental Health Practitioners, and a highly skilled Nursing team.
We work as part of Wansbeck Primary Care Network with 4 other practices including Bedlingtonshire, Gables and Guidepost covering c. 48,000. The Network has a variety of Additional Roles including Community Link Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, First Contact Physios, Health & Well Being Coaches, Dietician and Pharmacists.
The Practice philosophy is rooted in a culture of care. Everyone working within the practice is committed to the NHS, to the provision of a high-quality service and to respect and value for our patients and each other.
We are a friendly, welcoming and inclusive team who enjoy working together.
The Practices aim to be a top-quality healthcare team is supported by our values: working in partnership with our patients, quality, innovation, fairness, continuous learning and a supportive team.
Job description Job responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title SALARIED GENERAL PRACTITIONER Conventional role
Pay Scale SPMG Salaried GP Salary scale
£100,545 to £109,074 pro rate plus medical indemnity.
Basis Fixed Term for 4 to 6 months
Location All Centres serviced by the Practices, currently including:
Newbiggin Health Centre
Seaton Hirst Primary Care Centre
In the course of your role you will be required to visit other locations including patients homes.
Clinical Accountability: The General Practitioners in Partnership
Managerial Accountability: Practice Manager
JOB PURPOSE
To provide personal medical care to patients of the Practice, working as part of the Practice team.
Key Areas:
Provide high quality medical care to patients registered with the Practice.
Provide continuity of care where possible.
Work collaboratively with all members of the PHCT.
Comply with primary care clinical governance standards.
Actively contribute to achievement of highest possible QOF score, Enhanced Servicesand ICB requirements.
DIMENSIONS
The scope of the role includes the full range of patient related and clinical activity of the Primary CareTeam, within all of the practice locations and patients homes and all administration associated withpatient care.
There are options to develop a special interest, such as minor surgery, womens health or other areas.
Personal development is actively encouraged and supported.
MAIN CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF THE ROLE
Working in a large, busy primary care team across two sites
Supporting provision of a safe primary care service
Opportunities for development and training, particularly developing a special interest
Working in a managed environment
Supporting the continued achievement of high quality multi-disciplinary care
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Clinical competencies in full spectrum of Primary Care
Ability to work as an integrated team member
Excellent communication skills
Working knowledge of SystmOne
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Certificate of Completion of Training from the Postgraduate Medical, Education and Training Board
GMC Registration
DBS Enhanced Disclosure
Occupational Health Check
Medical Indemnity Insurance
On Performers List
Clinical Responsibilities
In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations and emergencies, telephone consultations and queries, triaging, visiting patients at home, checking and signing both acute and repeat prescriptions, dealing with queries and patient test results.
Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
Assessing the health care 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
Timely assessment of incoming electronic and paper correspondence relating to both patient and non patient information as required, using the appropriate electronic systems.
To record clear and contemporaneous computer based consultation notes to agreed standards using SystmOne
Prescribing in accordance with locally agreed or national guidelines.
Participate on a fair share basis in the Co-ordinator and Urgent GP corporate sessions.
Participate in training plans of GP registrar, medical and nursing students as required.
In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities
associated with a GP working within primary care.
Other responsibilities with the Practice
Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing,
confidentiality, data protection, health and safety, annual QOF Assessment, Enhanced Services and ICB requirements.
A commitment to personal development and participation in audit and the Practices In-House
Training Education & Development (TED) programme.
Participation in an annual individual performance review, annual GP Appraisal including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
Participation in regular mentor sessions with a designated Partner.
CORPORATE
CONFIDENTIALITY
As an employee you have a responsibility to maintain the confidentiality of any confidential information, which comes into your possession regarding patients, employees or any business relating to the Practice. In accordance with the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 protected disclosures are exempt from this express duty of confidentiality.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
As an employee you have a responsibility to abide by all the safety practices and codes provided by the Practice and have an equal responsibility with management for maintaining safe working practices for the health and safety of yourself and others.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
As an employee of Seaton Park Medical Group you are a member of an organisation that endeavours to provide the highest quality of service to our patients. You are an ambassador of the organisation and, as such, are required to ensure that high standards are maintained at all times.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
As an employee you have a responsibility to ensure that all people that you have contact with during the course of your employment, including patients, relatives and staff are treated equally in line with the Practices Equal Opportunities Policy.
RISK MANAGEMENT
You have a responsibility for the identification of all risks, which have a potential adverse affect on the Practices ability to maintain quality of care and the safety of patients, staff and visitors, and for the taking of positive action to eliminate or reduce these.
SAFEGUARDING
The Practice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
INFECTION CONTROL
As an employee you have a responsibility to abide by all Infection Control Guidelines provided by the Practice.
SUSTAINABILITY
It is the responsibility of all staff to minimise the Practices environmental impact by switching off lights, computers monitors and equipment when not in use, minimising water usage, minimising the need for printing and amount of paper and toner cartridges used.
Person Specification
Physical Essential
Able to regularly travel between branches, patients homes and other sites where care is provided
Experience Essential
Clinical competencies in Primary Care Awareness of patients needs Ability to cope with stress A good understanding of GMS contract requirements and operation of QOF and Enhanced Services Ability to effectively manage pressures of a busy and varied clinical workload Ability to contribute effectively to team meetings
Desirable
SystmOne competence
Qualifications Essential
Certificate of Completion of Training from the Postgraduate Medical, Education and Training Board GMC Registered On Performers List
Aptitudes Essential
Good written and verbal communication skills Team working Commitment to personal development Personal insight Ability to manage conflict Flexible and adaptable A willingness to learn new skills and be open to suggestions Audit of personal practice Honest and reliable
Desirable
Reflective practice and personal development
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 NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit
Address Seaton Park Medical Group
Norham Road
ASHINGTON
Northumberland
NE63 0NG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)