Overview
Following the release of ARRS GP information and funding we are looking for newly qualified (within 2 years and not having had a substantive post), enthusiastic, forward-thinking GP to join Byfield Medical Centre, part of Northamptonshire Rural PCN.
Contract will be based on the BMA contract with 6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays and (pro rata). One week study leave (pro rata).
Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest it may be necessary to close the vacancy at an earlier date. We therefore suggest that you apply at an early stage to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
* The GP will undertake a variety of duties governed by the GMS contract and objectives of Enhanced Services including:
* Share of Routine and Urgent appointments both face to face and telephone
* Prescribe as per local & national guidelines
* Share of home visits routine and emergency
* Time-manage completion of administration: letters, results, tasks, referrals, telephone calls, emails
* Take responsibility for appropriate referrals (following local guidance and good medical practice) and administration pertaining to them
* Checking and signing share of repeat prescriptions
* Cover for colleagues in exceptional circumstances such as sudden illness, taking into account the individual doctors external commitments such as childcare
* Work with other health and social care providers to ensure a safe and integrated service. Provide comprehensive assessment, advice, and treatment for the registered practice population.
* Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of consultations using EMIS
* To provide clinical support to other members of staff, both clinical and administrative, in achieving the highest possible standards of care and QOF and Enhanced Services targets
About us
Byfield Medical Centre is a lovely rural practice, on the borders of Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire and Warwickshire. We work hard but also have fun; you can be assured of a supportive team and some great patients.
Job description & responsibilities
* Recording clear and contemporaneous IT-based consultation notes; we use EMIS Web
* Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care within the surgery and patients’ own homes
* Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly; refer patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner
* Recognise the need for and be able to perform and interpret investigatory procedures, including laboratory and radiology
* Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care
* Ensure appropriate follow up of patients
* Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care
* Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans
* Recognise and work within your own competence and in accordance with professional codes of conduct, maintaining accurate and contemporaneous health records
* Independently prescribe for patients within your scope of practice, in accordance with locally agreed or national guidelines
* Compile and issue computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions
* Review medications following appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways
* Maintain awareness of developments in clinical practice
* Adhere to relevant practice policies/guidelines (e.g., prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety and QOF standards)
* Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and Safeguarding Children and Safeguarding Adults
Special notices
CONFIDENTIALITY: You will have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. Patients entrust us with sensitive information and expect staff to respect privacy and data security in accordance with policy.
HEALTH AND SAFETY: You will assist in promoting health, safety and security as defined in the Health & Safety Policy, including infection control measures and PPE use.
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY: You will support equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues.
TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: You will be supported to maintain your own development, undertake mandatory training, participate in annual appraisals, and contribute to team education.
QUALITY: You will contribute to quality standards, participate in audits and risk management, and work with the team to improve performance.
COMMUNICATION: You will use effective communication to inform patients and colleagues, obtain consent, and adapt communication to diverse needs.
MANAGING RISK: You will manage risk, escalate clinical concerns appropriately, and ensure safe practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Newly qualified GP (no more than 2 years qualified) with no previous substantive post
* GMC registration and license to practice
Experience
* Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including accurate clinical notes
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook; ideally EMIS Web
* Effective time management and problem solving; ability to work autonomously and in a team
* Ability to listen, empathise, and follow clinical policy; understanding of audit process
* Experience of working in urgent care and/or a primary care environment; experience of home visits is desirable
Desirable
* Experience in triage
* Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework
* Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
* Awareness of wider health arena and health-promotion strategies
Employer details
Employer name: Byfield Medical Centre
Address: Church Street, Byfield, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 6XN
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