Salaried GP @ Hanham Health

Job summary

[Please note previous applicants need not apply, thank you]

Join Hanham Health and Shape the Future of General Practice

Are you looking for a rewarding GP role within a supportive, forward-thinking and innovative practice?

Hanham Health is seeking an enthusiastic and committed General Practitioner to join our expanding and dynamic clinical team. Whether you are newly qualified, an experienced GP, returning to practice, or looking to develop a portfolio career, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to supporting both professional ambitions and a good work-life balance.

As General Practice continues to evolve, Hanham Health is investing in new models of care that prioritise both patient outcomes and staff wellbeing. We actively support safe working principles and are continually developing systems and processes that enable clinicians to focus on delivering excellent patient care.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of face-to-face, telephone and video consultations. They will manage acute and chronic conditions, undertake home visits where clinically appropriate, process clinical correspondence and prescriptions, and maintain accurate clinical records. The postholder will work closely with our multidisciplinary team, contribute to clinical governance and quality improvement activities, and participate in practice meetings, education sessions and service development initiatives. The role includes protected administrative time and does not include Duty Doctor responsibilities.

About us

Hanham Health is a large, innovative training practice providing primary care services to approximately 28,000 patients across four sites in Hanham, Oldland Common, Almondsbury and Pilning, serving communities across South Gloucestershire and Bristol.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care through a collaborative multidisciplinary approach. Our clinical team includes GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Clinical Pharmacists, Paramedics and First Contact Physiotherapists, supported by experienced administrative and care navigation teams.

As a training practice, we have a strong culture of learning, development and continuous improvement. We actively support professional growth through education, mentorship and opportunities to develop specialist interests. We are also proud members of two Primary Care Networks and work closely with local healthcare providers and partner organisations to improve patient outcomes and develop new models of care.

At Hanham Health, we strive to create a supportive working environment where staff wellbeing, teamwork and innovation are valued alongside the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate healthcare.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Salaried General Practitioner

Responsible To: GP Partners

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality, safe and effective primary medical services to the registered patients of Hanham Health. The postholder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care whilst contributing to the continued development of services, quality improvement initiatives and the achievement of contractual and clinical standards.

The role offers an opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking practice that values innovation, professional development and staff wellbeing.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face, telephone and video consultations for patients presenting with a wide range of health conditions.
• Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in accordance with current clinical guidelines and best practice.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans and follow-up arrangements.
• Prescribe safely and effectively within national and local prescribing guidelines.
• Review pathology, radiology and other investigation results and take appropriate action.
• Manage prescription requests, medication reviews and associated queries.
• Process and action clinical correspondence, ensuring appropriate follow-up where required.
• Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate.
• Provide health promotion and preventative care advice to patients.
• Make appropriate referrals to secondary care, community services and other agencies as required.
• Ensure accurate, timely and high-quality record keeping within the clinical system.

Multidisciplinary Working

• Work collaboratively with GP colleagues, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Clinical Pharmacists, Paramedics, First Contact Physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to integrated patient care and effective care planning.
• Support colleagues and participate in clinical discussions where appropriate.
• Promote effective communication across all teams within the practice.

Quality, Governance and Patient Safety

• Maintain professional registration and comply with GMC standards and professional requirements.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement and audit activities.
• Contribute to the identification and management of clinical risk.
• Support the practice in achieving Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets and other contractual requirements.
• Participate in significant event reviews and learning activities.
• Ensure compliance with practice policies, protocols and procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with information governance requirements.

Teaching, Training and Development

• Participate in educational activities and protected learning opportunities.
• Contribute to the positive learning environment within this training practice.
• Support the education and development of medical students, GP registrars and other learners where appropriate.
• Maintain personal professional development and participate in annual appraisal and revalidation processes.
• Engage with mentorship, training and leadership development opportunities provided by the practice.

Service Development

• Participate in practice meetings and service development initiatives.
• Contribute ideas to improve patient services, clinical pathways and operational processes.
• Support the implementation of innovative models of care designed to improve patient outcomes and staff experience.
• Work collaboratively with Primary Care Network colleagues and external healthcare partners where required.

Working Relationships

The postholder will work closely with:

• GP Partners
• Salaried GPs
• Advanced Nurse Practitioners
• Practice Nurses
• Clinical Pharmacists
• Paramedics
• First Contact Physiotherapists
• Healthcare Assistants
• Care Navigation Team
• Administration Team
• Primary Care Network colleagues
• Community and secondary care providers

About Hanham Health

Hanham Health is a large and successful teaching practice serving approximately 28,000 patients across four sites in Hanham, Oldland Common, Almondsbury and Pilning. We are committed to providing high-quality patient care through innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

We have developed a strong culture of teamwork, learning and staff wellbeing and are proud to offer a supportive environment where clinicians can thrive. The practice benefits from a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, established educational programmes and modern digital systems including EMIS Web, Accurx and ANIMA.

We actively support clinicians wishing to develop portfolio careers and specialist interests, including teaching, research, leadership, service development, minor surgery, mental health, older persons' care and other areas of expertise.

Employee Benefits

Hanham Health offers

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
• Protected administrative time.
• No Duty Doctor responsibilities.
• Dedicated Salaried GP Forum.
• Weekly educational and peer support meetings.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Bespoke training programmes leading to recognised qualifications.
• Leadership and career development opportunities.
• Strong administrative support structures.
• Opportunities to develop portfolio careers and specialist interests.
• A supportive working environment that promotes staff wellbeing and work-life balance.

Other Information

The duties described in this job description are intended as a guide to the principal responsibilities of the post and may be amended following consultation to meet the changing needs of the practice. The postholder will be expected to undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the role and grading of the position.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in General Practice or completion of GP Specialty Training.
• Experience of diagnosing and managing a broad range of acute and chronic health conditions.
• Experience of delivering patient-centred care and shared decision-making.
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of using electronic patient record systems.
• Experience of managing clinical risk and maintaining high standards of patient safety.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritise competing demands.

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS Web clinical system.
• Experience of clinical audit, quality improvement or service development projects.
• Experience of teaching, mentoring or supervising healthcare professionals, medical students or GP trainees.
• Experience of working within a Primary Care Network environment.
• Experience of developing a specialist clinical interest alongside core General Practice responsibilities.
• Experience of leading or contributing to practice transformation or innovation projects.

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications
• Essential
• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a current licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice, Certificate of Eligibility for GP Registration (CEGPR), or equivalent.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP).
• Additional postgraduate qualifications relevant to primary care.
• Qualification or accreditation in an area of specialist clinical interest.
• Training or qualifications in medical education, leadership or quality improvement.

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

Hanham Health

Address

Hanham Health (Hanham Surgery)

33 Whittucks Road

Hanham

Bristol

BS15 3HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hanhamhealth.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)