We are seeking a highlymotivated and forward-thinking GP to join our innovative, training-focusedpractice serving 20,000 patients in Wallington.
We are looking for a GP, experiencedor newly qualified who will embrace new models of care anddigital health technologies. Be proactive in identifying opportunities forservice improvement and clinical innovation. Be open to developing specialinterests that align with practice and community needs.
The position is available for animmediate start.
The successful candidate willform strong relationships with their patients whilst also providing safeevidence based clinical care.
We are very proud to have a wonderful strong andlong serving team whom enjoys working and learning together. We have morninghuddles to discuss patients, share learning and to support each other as well asregular clinical and whole practice team meetings
Youll be working within asupportive and friendly team in our modern, purpose-built premises.
Main duties of the job
Tosupport the Partners and all other clinicians in delivering a full range ofprimary care services to patients of the practice. To work in partnership withall members of the wider health care team to ensure service provision is of thehighest standard and quality possible and to help the practice achieve maximumtargets.
About us
Wallington Family Practicecurrently provides general medical services to a population of approximately20,000 patients. It has 11 GPs, A Team of Pharmacists including PharmacyTechnicians, a Lead Nurse, 5 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA, and an extensive team ofadmin and reception staff.
We are a large proactiveteaching practice located in a purpose built health centre close to Wallingtontown centre. We are part of the Wallington Primary Care Network (PCN) workingcollaboratively with local general practice colleagues for the good of thelocal population.
Recently achieving a rating ofgood with CQC
Job responsibilities
* patient consultations (both pre-booked and emergencies when necessary) and incl face to face and telephone consultations
* dealing with queries
* visiting patients at home
* checking and signing repeat prescriptions electronically, issuing new items where needed
* checking and filing patient test results and undertaking further actions as required
* updating patient medical records and ensuring items are addressed in respect of QOF or other items
* undertaking examinations and medicals as required (NHS and private)
* dictating, checking and signing referral letters and forms (NHS and private)
* completing all relevant paperwork and correspondence in a timely manner
* To have his/her own patient list in respect of the usual dr status (permanent contracts only) and to undertake work specifically relating to that patient group as well as covering for other GP colleagues and assisting with relevant paperwork as required and in line with practice protocols
* Clinical lead role responsibilities (area to be agreed) with responsibility of annual audit and protocols where needed
* Making professional, autonomous decisions in regard to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care professionals
* Recording clear and contemporaneous clinical system based consultation notes to agreed standard
* Prescribing in accordance with locally agreed or national guidelines.
* Risk profiling and care planning in line with national and local guidance and practice process
* Participating in MDT meetings as required
Additional Responsibilities
* Contributing to evaluation and auditing and clinical standard setting with the organisation
* Ensuring compliance with all relevant practice policies, protocols and guidelines
* Attendance at training, Practice meetings and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate and relevant to the role
* Contributing to the quality standards agenda within the organisation
* A commitment to lifelong learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice
* Maintaining a personal professional development portfolio
* Assisting with the training of members of the Primary Healthcare Team and medical or other students where appropriate
* To assist with the regular review of practice protocols
* To undertake GP lead roles as identified and appropriate
* To undertake clinical audits as identified
Health & Safety
The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy and the practice Infection Control policy.
This will include:
* Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
* Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
* Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
* Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and keeping them free from hazards
* Actively reporting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
* Undertaking infection control training (minimum annually)
The practice requires all clinical staff to be fully vaccinated in line with current CQC requirements and it also strongly recommends all patient facing staff are fully vaccinated for Covid-19.
Data Quality
* To work within the clinical computer system to improve data quality.
Equality and Diversity
To support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:
* Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
* Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
* Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to others and which is non-judgmental and respects their individual circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Personal/Professional Development
To participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
* All required mandatory training
* Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development and sharing it with the practice
* Taking responsibility for own development, learning, and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others
Quality
* Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
* Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
* Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance.
* Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
* Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Confidentiality
* In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
* In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
* Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
DBS
The post-holder will be required complete a satisfactory check from the Disclosure and Barring Service concerning any former criminal convictions. You should note that employment within the practice is not subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and that you are required to declare all criminal convictions, even those which are classed as spent.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Certification
* MRCGP qualification or similar and appropriate;
* Current registration with the GMC;
* Representation with a recognised medical defence organisation;
* Current CPR certification
* Registered on a medical performers list
* UK work permit if required
Experience
* Appropriate Experience and Skills as per JD
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
* Ability to work as part if a multi-disciplinary team;
* Ability to work with limited supervision;
* Time management skills- ideally a proven ability to handle a primary care case load;
* IT proficiency and familiarity with primary care clinical systems (the Practice uses EMIS web);
* Experience in using Microsoft office programmes
* Experience and a special interest in a specific disease area
Ability and Aptitude
* Ability to work and collaborate in a primary care team;
* Willingness to learn new skills;
* Ability to draft error-free letters and reports in a timely manner;
* Ability to work flexibly when required;
* Motivated and enthusiastic;
* Reliable and punctual
* Commitment to primary prevention, and health improvement, and understanding the need for patient empowerment.
* Evidence of working / training in General Practice
* Experience of working as part of a wider MDT
* Experience of working to standards / guidelines applicable to Primary Care e.g. NICE, prescribing, QoF
* Understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for confidentiality with regards to patient and business matters
* A patient advocate and able to assist patients in addressing health inequalities
* A good understanding of PMS contracting requirements and the operation of the Quality Outcomes Framework process (QOF)
Other (desirable)
Valid UK driving licence
Person Specification
Additional
* Registered on the General Practitioner Register under Article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003.
* Registered on the National Performers List.
* Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
* Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) report.
Qualifications
* Fully qualified GP eligible to work in NHS General Practice.
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
Experience
* Evidence of commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
* Experience working in general practice or primary care.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to listen actively and empathetically.
* Strong attention to detail and time management.
* Ability to work under pressure and handle criticism constructively.
* Experience with clinical IT systems (e.g., EMIS).
* Accurate and thorough record keeping.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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