GP @ Haven Health

Job summary

• Salaried GP Haven Health, Felixstowe, Suffolk
• 6-8 Sessions

Why Join Haven Health ?

A supportive team: Work alongside an approachable partnership, experienced clinicians and highly trained multidisciplinary teams

A focus on clinical care: Benefit from well-developed systems and workflows designed to reduce administrative burden and support efficient working

Professional development: As a teaching practice covering a full range of specialties, we encourage learning, teaching and the development of individual interests.

A high achieving practice: We are proud of our strong QOF performance and high patient ratings.

Support at every stage: Whether you are experienced GP or newly qualified, we offer in-house learning and ongoing support to help you develop your skills and achieve your career ambitions.

A sustainable working pattern: We value work-life balance and aim to provide a positive environment where our GP's feel supported and able to thrive.

We are looking for someone who is approachable, compassionate and adaptable, with a positive attitude towards teamwork and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will be keen to contribute to the life of the practice, share ideas and help us deliver the best possible care for our patients.

Main duties of the job

Who are we looking for?

We are offering 6-8 sessions per week, with flexibility to discuss working arrangements.

You will provide high-quality, holistic care to our diverse patient population, including routine consultations, the management of acute and chronic conditions, and preventative healthcare.

You will also have opportunities to contribute to the ongoing development of practice services, pursue areas of clinical interest and become involved in teaching and quality improvement initiatives.

We are committed to supporting the next generation of GPs and helping our clinicians build rewarding, sustainable careers within our organisation.

We welcome applications from experienced and newly qualified GPs who share our commitment to excellent patient care, enjoy working collaboratively and are keen to contribute to a positive team culture.

If you are looking for a practice where you can develop professionally, enjoy working as part of a supportive team and make a real difference to your patients, we would love to hear from you.

Join Haven Health and be part of a practice that combines clinical excellence, innovation and a welcoming and progressive working environment.

About us

Suffolk Primary Care (SPC) is a forward-thinking partnership of GP surgeries across Suffolk. Our collaborative approach enables doctors and staff to share resources, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality healthcare.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Benefits of Working with SPC

NHS Pension Scheme

• Defined benefits scheme
• Life insurance
• Family benefits, including adult dependents & children's pensions
• Ill health benefits
• 23.7% employer contribution

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

• Low monthly payments, no deposit, no credit check
• Fully comprehensive insurance, servicing, tyres & breakdown cover
• Up to £2,000 annual SPC contribution (subject to conditions)

Flexible Working Arrangements

GP remote working options to accommodate personal commitments

Additional Benefits

• Eye care vouchers
• Health service discounts, including a complimentary Blue Light Card for new starters
• Minimum 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) for full-time employees, with enhancements for long service
• Enhanced maternity & paternity terms
• High street discounts via our online portal
• Salary sacrifice schemes for technology, homewares (Currys, John Lewis, Decathlon), cycling, and gym memberships

At SPC, we invest in our staffs professional growth and well-being, fostering a positive work environment that benefits both our team and the communities we serve.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide high-quality, evidence-based general medical services to the practice population, working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive general medical services to registered patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Undertake face-to-face, telephone and online consultations, as appropriate to clinical need and practice procedures.
• Prescribe safely and effectively, following current guidance and practice policies.
• Refer patients to secondary care and other services where clinically indicated.
• Provide preventative healthcare, health promotion, screening and appropriate monitoring of long-term conditions.
• Recognise and manage urgent and emergency presentations appropriately.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and confidential clinical records using the practice clinical system.
• Support patients with complex needs, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Duty doctor sessions
• Minimal home visiting as a paramedic team is available
• Clinical lead for an aligned Care Home

Quality, Safety and Governance

• Maintain high standards of clinical care in accordance with current professional guidance and best practice.
• Participate in clinical audits, significant event reviews, complaints investigations and quality improvement activities, as appropriate.
• Comply with safeguarding, infection prevention and control, information governance and confidentiality requirements.
• Work within professional competence, seeking advice or support when required.
• Maintain appropriate professional registration, revalidation requirements and continuing professional development.
• Support the achievement of relevant clinical quality standards and contractual requirements, including QOF where applicable.

Teamwork and Practice Development

• Work collaboratively with the GP partners, nursing team, paramedics, administrative team and wider primary care colleagues.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Participate in practice meetings and clinical discussions relevant to the role.
• Share knowledge and good practice to support the development of colleagues and the wider team.
• Contribute ideas and feedback to help improve patient experience, clinical processes and service delivery.
• Support the training and supervision of students or other healthcare professionals where appropriate and agreed.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain professional standards and comply with GMC guidance and relevant legislation.
• Ensure inclusion on the GP Performers List
• Ensure compliance with practice policies, procedures and clinical protocols.
• Manage workload effectively, balancing patient needs with safe and sustainable working practices.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
• Undertake your own administrated paperwork generated.
• Haven Health uses on the day AskmyGP triage system.
• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the role and level of responsibility.
• This job description is intended as a guide to the principal duties and responsibilities of the post only.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC), including a licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• MRCGP or equivalent recognised qualification, where applicable to the post.
• Appropriate experience and competence in general practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to safe, evidence-based and patient-centred care.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance.
• Experience of working within a UK general practice setting.

Desirable

• Familiarity with SystmOne and relevant primary care clinical systems.
• Experience of quality improvement, clinical audit and service development.
• An interest in supporting the training and development of colleagues.

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

Haven Health

Address

Grange Farm Avenue

Felixstowe

Suffolk

IP11 2XD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.havenhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)