About this role
Job summary
The Viral Hepatitis Elimination Programme is seeking applications for GP Champions across the Surrey Operational Delivery Network. This is initially a six month fixed term contract with the potential to extend pending NHS commissioning.
NHS England has committed to the WHO goal of eliminating Hepatitis C by 2030. The Viral Hepatitis Elimination Programme gives hope that within the next few years we will be able to make history and declare the end of Hepatitis C in England as a major public health concern. Primary Care represents a key work area for the success of the programme.
Main duties of the job
The programme is now being expanded to include Hepatitis B Virus. This role offers a flexible 4 sessions per month and is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a major public health intervention. It would suit any GP who is passionate about a making a definitive improvement to patient outcomes whilst also diversifying their clinical role.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme alongside a strong commitment to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview and throughout your time with us.
We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging hospital and community services, alongside delivering regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford, with community sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh, and services delivered in patients' homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We work in partnership with Ashford & St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding. We are proud of our achievements and continue to invest in our people and infrastructure.
To learn more about life at Royal Surrey, please watch our short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the role and the person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice with GMC
- On GP Performer List
Experience
Essential
- Must have relevant post full registration experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of issues affecting HCV / BBV testing practice within primary care
Skills
Essential
- Ability to influence at all levels
- Ability to form effective working relationships across sectors
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
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hepatitis
Guildford
GU2 7XX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)