About this role
Job summary
The primary focus for this role is to help deliver safe and effective patient care to registered patients across DMC Primary care. You will be responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the [GMS/PMS] contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
The delivery of effective medical care to the entitled population. Provision of services in line with the GMS contract. Generic prescribing in accordance with local and national guidance. Effective management of long-term conditions using CESEL guidelines. Timely processing of administration, including referrals, repeat prescriptions and related tasks. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor responsibilities. Maintain accurate clinical records in line with best practice, policy and guidance. Work collaboratively, sharing an equal proportion of the practice workload. Adhere to clinical guidelines and participate in audit processes. Contribute to continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice. Accept delegated responsibility for specific areas, including QOF. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings. Support the development and maintenance of the practice, including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR. Ensure compliance with appraisal and revalidation. Commit to ongoing professional development and promote learning across the practice team. Support the training of medical students. Assist partners in achieving strategic objectives, making recommendations to improve income and reduce costs. Adhere to practice protocols and policies. Promote collaborative working and a culture of continuous improvement. Participate in practice audits, local initiatives to enhance service delivery.
About us
DMC Healthcare is a leading independent provider of primary care, consultant-led dermatology, radiology reporting, in-sourced routine endoscopy services and MSK community services to the NHS.We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to achieve healthier outcomes.Firmly rooted in the NHS and dedicated to excellent patient care for nearly 55 years, DMC Healthcare currently works with 30+ NHS organisations and other partners, treating over 100,000* patients each year.With NHS waiting list pressures, workforce shortages and unprecedented demand, we want to help. We support capacity deficits with a firm eye on quality and robust clinical governance.Find out more:https://dmchealthcare.co.uk
Job description Job responsibilities
The primary focus for this role is to help deliver safe and effective patient care to registered patients across DMC Primary care. You will be responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the [GMS/PMS] contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.
Core functions, but not limited to:
The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
Effective management of long-term conditions using CESEL guidelines
Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy, and guidance
Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
Prepare and complete the re validation process
Commit to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement
Participate in practice audits as requested by the GP lead
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Participate in the review of significant events.
Person Specification
Skills Desirable
Excellent communication skills - written & Oral Strong IT skills Clear, polite telephone manner Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Effective time management - Planning & Organising Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Excellent interpersonal skills Problem solving & analytical skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes Experience with clinical risk management
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of continued professional development Experience of QOF and clinical audit Minimum of two years as a salaried GP Experience of EMIS Web General understanding of the GMS contract
Qualifications Essential
MRCGP Qualified General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT) National Performers List registration Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
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 DMC Healthcare
Address Dulwich Medical Centre
Crystal Palace Road
London
SE22 9EP
Employer's website https://www.dmchealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)