Job Summary
Job Purpose: To deliver high‑quality, mobile urgent care to patients in their own homes across East Kent. The Home Visiting GP will provide face‑to‑face assessment and treatment for patients who are housebound, end‑of‑life or clinically triaged for a home visit following an NHS 111 disposition (CAT 3 or 4).
Hours: As per rota Kent 19:00–08:00 weekdays / 24 hours weekends.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
* Undertake home visits for patients allocated through IC‑24 dispatch systems using CLEO on Toughbook devices.
* Assess, diagnose, treat and prescribe appropriately within scope of practice and IC‑24 formulary.
* Manage palliative and end‑of‑life symptoms in line with local guidelines.
* Prioritise visits based on clinical urgency and available resources.
* Liaise with community nursing, pharmacy, paramedic and primary care teams to support continuity of care.
* Document all consultations and handovers accurately and promptly.
* Escalate safety concerns to on‑call Service Manager and ICB as per escalation protocol.
* Contribute to training, audit, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Advise patients over the telephone after referral from NHS 111 or the call centre who require professional advice, including ambulance and ED triage.
* Represent IC‑24 in a professional manner when in contact with the general public and other professionals.
* Work as a doctor as required by service demands during a session, or to provide cover as an IC‑24 Doctor on the rota or in other work settings.
* Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to data protection rules as per shift handbook.
* Communicate with appropriate base by mobile phone/radio and ensure operational information is distributed to colleagues.
* Keep up‑to‑date clinical skills and knowledge, and contribute to audit processes.
Flexibility and Technical Requirements
UTC GPs must be flexible to work rotational sessions including evenings, overnights and weekends on a 24/7 basis. Indispensable digital competence with CLEO, EMIS, Outlook and mobile devices – training will be provided.
Location
Dispatch Points Kent – Ashford, Margate, Canterbury.
Job Locations
* William Harvey Hospital – Kennington Rd, Willesborough, Ashford, Kent, TN23 0LZ.
* Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital – St Peters Road, Margate, CT9 4AN.
* Kent and Canterbury Hospital – Ethelbert Road, Canterbury, CT1 3NG.
About Us
Integrated Care 24 (IC‑24) is a leading not‑for‑profit social enterprise providing innovative and patient‑focused primary care services. IC‑24 is committed to improving access to health and social care for patients and reducing the demand on secondary care services, serving over 6 million people through GP‑led out‑of‑hours services, NHS 111, primary and secondary care support.
Salary and Contract
Salary: £54.59 to £58.69 an hour. Contract: Permanent. Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working.
Qualifications (Essential)
* Current GMC certificate.
* MRCGP graduate.
* Vocational training certificate or equivalent (or VTS training).
* Current Hepatitis B immunity certificate.
Qualifications (Desirable)
* Experience in medical/surgical/A+E/paediatrics/mental health.
* Current resuscitation certificate.
* Full membership of a medical indemnity organisation.
* Out‑of‑hours experience, including overseas.
* Primary care experience in other specialities.
Core Competencies
General Essential
* Ability to work under pressure and manage demanding workloads.
* Aware of patients’, relatives’ and carers’ needs.
* Adherence to confidentiality requirements.
* Ability to cope with patients under extreme stress.
* Ability to handle change and unexpected urgent requirements.
* Proficient in written and spoken English for medical communication.
* Flexible, caring and empathetic.
* Self‑motivated.
* Professional approach and presentable appearance.
Practical Skills Essential
* Basic computer literacy (training available).
* Good telephone manner and clear speech.
* Good record‑keeping.
* Effective communication and listening skills.
* Ability to work in a multi‑professional team.
Experience Essential
* Primary care home visiting.
* Triage.
* Face‑to‑face consultation.
Desirable Experience
* Management.
* Audit.
* Research.
* Practice‑based commissioning.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to confirm no prior convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Integrated Care 24 Ltd
Address: William Harvey Hospital, Kennington Rd, Willesborough, Ashford, Kent, TN23 0LZ.
Website: https://careers.ic24.org.uk/.
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