About this role
Job summary
Brunel Primary Care Network is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our developing Integrated Neighbourhood Care (INT) team, providing proactive, high-quality care to frail, housebound and clinically vulnerable patients across our three practices.
This is an exciting opportunity for a GP who enjoys working collaboratively across primary care and community services and who is keen to develop innovative approaches to supporting patients with complex and changing healthcare needs.
Brunel PCN also provides outreach support to homeless patients living across three local hostels.
The GP will provide clinical support and oversight to this service, working collaboratively with our Health Inclusion Team and other professionals to address the often complex health and social needs of this patient group.
Experience of working with frailty, housebound patients, homeless populations, complex care or multidisciplinary services would be advantageous, although we would welcome applications from GPs with the appropriate skills and enthusiasm to develop within the role.
The successful GP will have a varied role, combining proactive care, same-day acute visiting and outreach work.
Main duties of the job
The role will include:
Providing proactive, holistic care to frail, housebound and clinically vulnerable patients. Working closely with the wider Integrated Neighbourhood Care multidisciplinary team, including nurses, pharmacists, social prescribers and other community professionals. Supporting the management of patients with complex and multiple long-term conditions, frailty and other vulnerabilities. Undertaking same-day acute visiting appointments as part of the Brunel Acute Visiting Service. Providing clinical oversight and support for the outreach service for homeless patients across three local hostels, working alongside our Health Inclusion Team and wider multidisciplinary services. Supporting admission avoidance and appropriate management of patients in their usual place of residence wherever clinically appropriate. Contributing to the ongoing development and improvement of the PCN's proactive care and acute visiting services.
About us
Our INT service aims to provide a coordinated approach to supporting patients with complex needs, with a particular focus on prevention, early intervention and admission avoidance.
This element of the role offers an opportunity to work within a flexible and multidisciplinary model, helping to improve access to primary care and reduce barriers to healthcare for patients who may otherwise struggle to engage with traditional services.
What We Offer
4 to 6 sessions per week, with flexibility around working arrangements. Competitive salary dependent on experience.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays per annumAn additional paid day off allocated to you for your birthday.Free access to an employee assistance providerAutomatic enrolment into a generous NHS Pension Scheme. The opportunity to work across three practices within Brunel PCN. A varied role combining proactive care, acute visiting and Health Inclusion outreach. The opportunity to work closely with an established multidisciplinary team. Support for professional development and service development. The opportunity to contribute to and shape the future development of Integrated Neighbourhood Care within Brunel PCN.
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Conduct home visits and community-based reviews for housebound and frail patients. Deliver long-term condition management (e.g. CHF, COPD, diabetes, hypertension). Lead or support anticipatory / future care planning and end-of-life discussions where appropriate. Undertake Dementia and Severe Mental Illness (SMI) annual health checks in line with QOF and PCN specifications. Support delivery of Learning Disability (LD) health assessments. Provide clinical leadership and support to the wider Integrated Neighbourhood Team (including nurses, AHPs, care coordinators and social prescribers). Work collaboratively with community and secondary care services to ensure continuity of care. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the relevant IT systems. Professional Responsibilities
Participate in clinical meetings, MDTs and case discussions. Engage in quality improvement initiatives related to frailty and proactive care. Commit to ongoing professional development and reflective practice. Adhere to GMC, CQC and safeguarding standards at all times.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience in primary care / community care Working with vulnerable or complex patients
Desirable
Experience delivering LD or SMI health checks Anticipatory care / palliative care work
Qualifications Essential
GMC registered GP Eligible under ARRS within 2 years of CCT
Desirable
Additional frailty or geriatrics training
Personal Attributes Essential
Compassionate and patient-centred Reliable and well-organised Valid UK Driving licence and access to own vehicle for visits
Desirable
Interest in service development
Knowledge and Skills Essential
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills Excellent communication and empathy Ability to work independently and within a team
Desirable
Familiarity with NHS Long-Term Plan priorities (frailty, population health) Experience in MDT / integrated team settings Quality improvement or audit involvement
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 East Shore Partnership
Address BRUNEL HEALTH NETWORK PCN LTD
Carlisle Road
Portsmouth
Hants
PO5 1AT
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.eastshorepartnership.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)