Job summary
Job Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity for newly qualified General Practitioners to join our established Primary Care Network (PCN) in the New Forest.
We are looking to recruit two enthusiastic, newly qualified GPs to join us on a fixed term basis until 31st March 2026. The role will be part of the PCN additional roles reimbursement scheme (ARRS) and will have the potential to be extended beyond March, pending NHS funding arrangements and guidance. Each will work across two out of the four practices within our network. This role is ideal if you are enthusiastic to deliver better patient care, keen to gain experience, and to develop professionally. This is an opportunity to learn within a strongly supportive culture of four experienced training practices,and a forward-thinking collaborative PCN.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties:
You will provide comprehensive primary care, including patient consultations, diagnosing and treating common illnesses, prescribing medications, offering health advice, and referring patients to specialists when necessary.
About us
About Us:
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are a fundamental part of the NHS Long-Term Plan, bringing GP practices together to enhance workforce recruitment and retention; manage financial and operational challenges; expand services for patients; and integrate more effectively with the broader healthcare system.
Avon Valley PCN is an innovative, friendly group of practices situated in the New Forest, and encompasses four practices; Fordingbridge Surgery, Ringwood Medical Centre, Cornerways Medical Centre (Ringwood) and Twin Oaks Surgery (Burley and Bransgore), serving over 40,000 patients.
We have successfully built a wider healthcare team to support the traditional work of the GP practice - Pharmacy Team; First Contact Practitioners (Musculoskeletal); Social Prescribers; Paramedics (Home Visiting Service); Care Coordinators; Care Navigators and a Mental Health Team.
We welcome early applications, as some interviews may be held before the closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job:
* Provide face to face and telephone consultations for routine and urgent care.
* Conduct patient home visits.
* Manage patient care within the Practices, including investigating and reviewing results, developing care plans and making the necessary referrals.
* Issue and sign repeat prescriptions, adhering to national and local guidelines.
* Administer and manage patient queries, test results, referral letters and any other duties as required in a timely manner.
* Make clear consultation notes and records using SystmOne
* Ensure safe, evidence based and cost-effective care in line with Practice disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.
* Independently prescribe medications within your scope of practice.
* Review and manage patient medications following the appropriate policies and local clinical guidelines.
* Work with our clinical and support teams in delivering holistic and patient centred care.
* Actively participate in MDT and care conference meetings as required.
Health Promotion and Patient Support:
* Regularly screen for lifestyle factors and support patients in adopting health promotion strategies and self-care principles.
* Contribute to the delivery of anticipatory care plans.
Professional Development:
* Maintain awareness of clinical practice developments.
* Access tailored mentoring and support through your early career as part of our robust GP fellowship program within Wessex
* Engage in continuous professional development, including funded training opportunities relevant to your clinical interest
* Attend PCN wide meetings and clinical meetings
* Participate in performance reviews and take responsibility for your personal development.
* Engage in mandatory training and attend courses as required.
Team Collaboration:
* Provide clinical support and guidance to both clinical and administrative staff to maintain the highest care standards.
* Collaborate with health and social care providers to deliver an integrated, safe service.
Risk Management and Compliance:
* Adhere to all practice policies and procedures, including those related to prescribing, confidentiality, and data protection.
* Apply infection control measures and manage risks in compliance with local and national guidelines.
* Contribute to clinical governance through audits, peer reviews, and significant event analysis.
Patient Safety and Confidentiality:
* Ensure patient and carer confidentiality, in line with practice policies.
* Manage patient data securely, only disclosing it to authorised persons.
Equality and Diversity:
* Support equality and diversity in all aspects of patient care and teamwork.
* Respect the privacy, dignity, and rights of patients and colleagues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Newly qualified GP (within 2 years of start date)
* GPs already in substantive NHS roles may be eligible to apply
* Full GMC registration and licence to practice
* Occupational Health clearance
Desirable
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Experience
Essential
* Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
* Strong IT skills.
* Competent in the use of Office and Outlook.
* Effective time management (planning & organising).
* Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
* Willingness to work across multiple practices and collaborate with multi disciplinary teams
* Good interpersonal skills.
* Problem-solving & analytical skills.
* Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
Desirable
* Clinical systems knowledge, experience with SystmOne preferred.
* Understanding of the audit process.
* Understanding of clinical risk management.
* UK Drivers License
Employer details
Employer name
Cornerways Medical Centre
Address
5 Parkers Close
Gorley Road
Ringwood
Hampshire
BH24 1SD
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