The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
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Job overview
We are looking for an experienced GP to support our new home visiting service for housebound patients, focusing on delivering care in the most appropriate and efficient way possible.
Team Up is a Derbyshire initiative bringing together Health, Social Care & Voluntary Sector, delivering the best care for our patients. Click here for more information Team Up Derbyshire Flyer » Community GP role video - click here Team Up Derbyshire - Working as a Community GP in Derbyshire - YouTube
Full time or part-time working considered.
If you are interested in new ways of delivering Primary care; working in a team of high performing senior clinical staff; a collaborative approach to deliver patient care; supporting the professional development of others and delivering care in a holistic way then this is the job for you.
Employed by DCHS NHS FT, you will deliver care for patients within Derby City South PCN, working closely with GPs and other staff within the PCN, the HVS Team, and the wider DCHS Community Teams.
This is an exciting time to join Derby City South as we integrate Health, Social Care, and Voluntary sectors to provide the best care in the right place at the right time.
Main duties of the job
* Triaging and managing referrals to the HVS, allocating them to the most appropriate clinician.
* Providing support, advice, and guidance to the team.
* Providing clinical leadership for the multi-disciplinary and multi-agency service to deliver high-quality Primary Care services to Housebound Patients.
* Mentorship, guidance, and support to clinical decision-making across the team.
* Medical assessment and management in conjunction with team members.
* Senior clinical triage for the Acute Home Visiting service, assessing urgency and response needs.
* Education and mentorship, especially for trainees and those in advanced roles.
* Contributing to quality improvement, audits, and service development activities.
* Building relationships across social care, ambulance, mental health, and community clinicians.
Working for our organisation
This is a new team of highly skilled healthcare professionals employed by DCHS, with NHS terms and conditions, including access to the NHS Pension scheme. You will work on behalf of Derby City South PCN.
Our purpose is to provide community health services to over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 staff caring for patients across hospitals, clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes, and in people's homes, including virtual consultations.
During the pandemic, we led public vaccination efforts in collaboration with partners.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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You will support a multidisciplinary team for Derby City South PCN, working directly with patients and carers, both in person and remotely.
You will contribute to developing Team Up and the HVS, collaborating with other clinicians, and working with PCN leadership, clinical leads, and community GPs.
You will help develop and deliver safe, effective services, creating new pathways aligned with clinical standards, including areas like Acute Home Visiting, urgent community response, and anticipatory care.
You will engage with local stakeholders and partners to promote a multi-agency approach to care.
Person specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
* Essential: Doctor/Consultant on the relevant Specialty Register, Current GMC registration
* Desirable: Royal College membership, Mentorship/Supervision qualification, Teaching qualification
Experience and knowledge
* Interest in Community care
* Experience in multidisciplinary teams
* Experience with frail patients or willingness to develop skills
* Experience in medical education/clinical supervision
* Leadership across organizational boundaries
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