As a GP in a prison setting, you'll play a vital role in improving health outcomes for individuals who may have complex health and social care needs. Your work will help reduce health inequalities and ensure continuity of care in a challenging but rewarding environment.
Responsibilities
* Provide full GP services including consultations, clinical assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and referrals.
* Conduct cervical screening (smear tests) in accordance with NHS guidelines and ensure appropriate follow‑up and referral where necessary.
* Manage chronic diseases, acute presentations, and mental health conditions.
* Contribute to the management of substance misuse and support detox pathways.
* Work collaboratively with nursing staff, mental health professionals, pharmacists, and external healthcare providers.
* Participate in clinical audits, risk assessments, and safeguarding processes.
* Maintain comprehensive clinical records using the prison's electronic health record system.
* Take part in clinical governance activities and support continuous quality improvement.
* DrPA has been operating in secure environments since 2014 providing General Practitioner services. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE:
Our Ethos of CARE
* Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive.
* Assurance that care is evidence based & demonstrates high quality outcomes for our patients.
* Respectful of peoples' cultural and religious beliefs.
* Equitable care that is in line with the community services.
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