About this role
Job summary
Grosvenor House Surgery is looking for an enthusiastic and committed General Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team at an exciting time in the development of the practice.
We are a long-established community practice with a proud history, while being firmly focused on the future. We are currently going through a period of positive transformation, taking a measured and thoughtful approach to developing ways of working that are sustainable, effective and fit for the future of general practice.
This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice where your ideas and experience will be valued. We are looking for a GP who wants to provide excellent patient care while also having the opportunity to contribute to how our services develop.
We welcome applications from experienced GPs as well as those earlier in their careers who are looking for a supportive practice where they can develop their interests and take on greater responsibility over time.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide high-quality, compassionate and patient-centred general medical services to our practice population, working closely with our clinical, nursing, administrative and wider multidisciplinary teams.
Alongside day-to-day clinical work, there will be opportunities to become involved in the wider development of the practice according to your interests, experience and career aspirations.
We are actively involved in PCN and neighbourhood working, providing opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across primary care and the wider health and care system.
For those who are interested, there will be scope to develop or lead areas of special interest, contribute to quality improvement and practice projects, become involved in PCN or neighbourhood initiatives, and take on clinical or organisational leadership responsibilities.
We want our GPs to have a voice in the practice and to contribute to developing services that work well for both our patients and our team.
About us
Grosvenor House Surgery has been at the heart of its community for generations, caring for local people through enormous changes in medicine, the NHS and wider society. We are proud of our history and the relationships we have built with our patients and community.
At the heart of the practice is a team of friendly, helpful and committed staff who care about our patients and each other. We value teamwork, open communication and a supportive working environment where everyone's contribution is recognised.
We are now building on these strengths as we develop the practice for the future. Our approach is positive but considered: embracing innovation and new ways of working while making sure that change is sustainable for both patients and staff.
We are part of a thriving Primary Care Network and are actively engaged in neighbourhood working, giving our team opportunities to collaborate, develop professionally and contribute to the changing landscape of primary care.
Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: General PractitionerJob Purpose
The postholder will work as an integral member of the Grosvenor House Surgery team, providing high-quality, safe and effective primary medical care to our patient population.
The General Practitioner will undertake the full range of duties normally associated with general practice, working collaboratively with clinical, nursing, administrative and wider multidisciplinary colleagues.
The postholder will contribute to the continued development of the practice and will be encouraged to bring ideas, experience and areas of interest to the role. There will be opportunities to become involved in practice, Primary Care Network (PCN) and neighbourhood initiatives and, where appropriate, to develop clinical or organisational leadership responsibilities.
Clinical ResponsibilitiesThe postholder will:
Provide consultations to patients through appropriate methods including face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations.
Assess, investigate, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute and chronic health conditions.
Develop appropriate treatment and management plans in partnership with patients.
Prescribe safely, effectively and in accordance with current national and local guidance.
Review medication and contribute to safe medicines management.
Request and interpret appropriate investigations and act upon results in a timely manner.
Make appropriate referrals to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals.
Provide appropriate preventative healthcare, health promotion and lifestyle advice.
Support the management of patients with long-term conditions.
Provide appropriate care for patients with complex health and social care needs.
Recognise and appropriately manage urgent and emergency presentations.
Provide continuity of care wherever reasonably possible.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and comprehensive clinical records.
Complete relevant clinical documentation, reports and correspondence within appropriate timescales.
Work within the limits of professional competence and seek appropriate advice when required.
Team WorkingThe postholder will:
Work collaboratively with GP colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary practice team.
Develop positive and professional working relationships with nursing, administrative and management colleagues.
Work effectively with PCN staff, community services, secondary care and other health and care organisations.
Participate in relevant clinical and practice meetings.
Communicate effectively with colleagues to support safe and coordinated patient care.
Contribute to a supportive working environment and promote a positive team culture.
Share knowledge and experience with colleagues and support learning within the practice.
Quality, Safety and Clinical GovernanceThe postholder will:
Deliver care in accordance with current evidence, professional standards and relevant national and local guidance.
Participate in clinical governance and quality improvement activities.
Contribute to clinical audit, significant event reviews and learning from incidents where appropriate.
Participate in the development and review of clinical policies, protocols and pathways.
Identify and appropriately escalate clinical or organisational risks.
Support the practice in maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality.
Contribute to the appropriate management of complaints and significant events where relevant.
Work in accordance with infection prevention and control requirements.
Contribute to the safe and effective use of medicines and antimicrobial stewardship.
SafeguardingThe postholder will:
Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns relating to children and adults at risk.
Work in accordance with practice, local and national safeguarding procedures.
Attend safeguarding training appropriate to the role and maintain the required level of competence.
Participate in safeguarding discussions and meetings where appropriate.
Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to protect patients from harm.
Practice Development and LeadershipGrosvenor House Surgery is undergoing a period of positive development and transformation. The postholder will be encouraged to contribute to this work according to their interests, skills and experience.
Opportunities may include:
Contributing to service development and new ways of working.
Participating in quality improvement projects.
Developing or leading an area of special clinical interest.
Becoming involved in PCN and neighbourhood initiatives.
Contributing to clinical leadership within the practice.
Supporting the development of pathways that improve patient care and access.
Contributing ideas to improve efficiency, quality and sustainability.
Supporting the development of the wider clinical and multidisciplinary team.
The extent of these responsibilities will be agreed with the postholder and will reflect their experience, interests and professional development goals.
PCN and Neighbourhood WorkingThe postholder will support collaborative working across primary care and the wider health and care system.
This may include:
Working collaboratively with colleagues within the Primary Care Network.
Engaging with neighbourhood working and multidisciplinary initiatives.
Supporting appropriate integration between general practice, community, secondary care and other services.
Contributing to relevant PCN projects or services according to practice requirements and individual interests.
CommunicationThe postholder will:
Communicate clearly, sensitively and effectively with patients, relatives and carers.
Recognise and respond appropriately to individual communication needs.
Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and external organisations.
Promote shared decision-making and involve patients appropriately in decisions about their care.
Manage difficult or sensitive conversations professionally and compassionately.
Confidentiality and Information GovernanceThe postholder will have access to confidential information relating to patients, staff and the practice.
All information must be treated in the strictest confidence and handled in accordance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, NHS information governance requirements, professional standards and practice policies.
The postholder must ensure that clinical information is recorded accurately and that patient information is only accessed, used or disclosed for legitimate purposes.
Professional ResponsibilitiesThe postholder will:
Maintain full registration with the General Medical Council.
Maintain inclusion on the appropriate Medical Performers List.
Comply with GMC professional standards and guidance.
Maintain appropriate professional indemnity arrangements.
Participate in annual appraisal and meet revalidation requirements.
Maintain an appropriate programme of continuing professional development.
Keep mandatory training and professional competencies up to date.
Work within professional boundaries and recognise the limits of their competence.
Take responsibility for maintaining their own professional development.
Equality, Diversity and InclusionThe postholder will promote equality, diversity, dignity and respect in all aspects of their work.
They will treat patients, colleagues and others fairly and respectfully and will not discriminate on the grounds of any protected characteristic.
The postholder will support the practice in providing accessible and equitable services that recognise the individual needs of our patient population.
Health and SafetyThe postholder will:
Take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.
Follow practice health and safety policies and procedures.
Report incidents, hazards and risks appropriately.
Comply with infection prevention and control procedures.
Participate in relevant health and safety training.
General ResponsibilitiesThe postholder will be expected to:
Work in accordance with Grosvenor House Surgery policies and procedures.
Contribute positively to the aims, values and development of the practice.
Maintain professional standards of conduct at all times.
Undertake mandatory training relevant to the role.
Participate in practice meetings and training where appropriate.
Work flexibly and collaboratively to support the effective delivery of patient services.
Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role of a General Practitioner.
This job description is intended to provide an overview of the main responsibilities of the post. It is not an exhaustive list and may be reviewed and amended from time to time following discussion with the postholder to reflect the changing needs of the practice, developments within primary care and the NHS, and the postholder's professional interests and development.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Essential criteria Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice or equivalent recognised qualification Evidence of current professional indemnity arrangements Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and compliance with appraisal and revalidation requirements
Desirable
Additional postgraduate qualification relevant to general practice or primary care Additional training or qualification in an area of special clinical interest Training or qualification in clinical leadership, education, quality improvement or service 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 Grosvenor House Surgery
Address 147 Broadway
London
W13 9BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.grosvenorhousesurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)