Job summary
We are looking to recruit a new Salaried GP to our friendly rural practice for 6-8 sessions. There is also the opportunity for this to become partnership in the near future.
Main duties of the job
The candidate would work as a GP within the practice for 6-8 clinical sessions. Sessions usually comprise of 10-12 15 minute appointments with a mix of face to face and telephone calls. There may be home visits though these are only occasional. The candidate would also be expected to review investigation results and letters from secondary care or other services. They would be expected to work as part of a MDT and to supervise medical students. There would be opportunities to develop special interests or participate in research/training.
About us
Corwen is a small town conveniently situated on the A5 with good access to Snowdonia National Park within a 30 minute drive as well as the larger towns and cities on the English/Welsh border. This is a friendly, bilingual area with natural beauty and leisure opportunities.
The practice is located in a newly redeveloped and expanded Health Board owned property in Corwen. The clinical team consists of 2 GP partners, 2 Nurse Practitioners, 2 Practice Nurses and a Health Care Assistant. There are other multidisciplinary teams attached to the practice including extended Audiology services, Midwifery, Health Visiting and Mental health support. We teach medical students from Cardiff, Bangor and Swansea as well as participating in Primary Care research. We have an FY1 LIFT doctor working in the practice and we are hoping to complete training to take GP Registrars. We are part of a well established cluster with availability of a cluster funded Nurse Practitioner service to offer a visiting service for the local Residential home.
We have a strong focus on work-life balance and offer 15 minute telephone and face to face appointments, opportunities for training and developing special interests. As we are a small team we have good continuity of care and we try to ensure that the more complex patients get a regular GP. We also have a weekly clinical meeting where complex cases can be discussed as well as presenting appraisal activities such as audits etc.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description
Our Practice Manager, Mrs Julie Rose would be happy to discuss this opportunity further and to arrange an informal visit. Application is by NHS Jobs. Telephone: PM direct line 03000 859359 / 859358 or alternatively email
Dr Jenny Liddell is usually available on 07540 151507 for an informal discussion. A more detailed job description and person specification is available on request. Email: J
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent (MRCGP)
2. GMC Full Registration
3. Membership of a recognised defence union ( MPS/MDU/MDDUS)
4. Currently on a performers list and never been removed from a performers list for a detrimental reason. Willing to be added to the Welsh Performers list.
Desirable
5. Further qualifications in Womens Health, Minor Surgery, training etc
6. Welsh speaking or willing to learn
Experience
Essential
7. Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
8. Experience of working independently and making clinical decisions.
9. Experience of supporting training of students or equivalent
10. Awareness of importance of continuing professional development
Desirable
11. Experience of supporting and supervising a MDT
Additional Criteria
Desirable
12. Ability to travel
13. Awareness of Primary Care initiatives