An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a General Practitioner to join our team of forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary staff for the PCN, which includes Social Prescribing Link Workers, Care Coordinators, Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Cancer Care Facilitators, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, and Primary Mental Health Nurses.
Those due to obtain their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in the coming months are welcome to apply.
UNFORTUNATELY, WE ARE NOT IN A POSITION TO SUPPORT TIER 2 VISA APPLICATIONS.
The successful candidate will be responsible for working through their own rota and will undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone and video consultations, addressing queries, and visiting patients at home if required. They will follow up on investigations and benefit from regular supervision and reflection sessions with GP colleagues.
We are committed to the ongoing development of our team, which includes mandatory and developmental training for all staff. Team members are encouraged to identify any training they feel would benefit their roles.
Main duties of the job
The GP will undertake duties governed by the GMS contract and objectives of Enhanced Services, including:
* Managing routine and urgent appointments, both face-to-face and via telephone.
* Prescribing according to local and national guidelines.
* Participating in home visits if required.
* Managing administrative tasks such as letters, results, referrals, and emails.
* Making appropriate referrals following local guidance and good medical practice.
* Participating in Extended Hours service between 6.00 pm - 8.30 pm if required by the PCN.
* Collaborating with other health and social care providers to ensure a safe and integrated service.
* Providing comprehensive assessment, advice, and treatment for the practice population.
* Maintaining accurate records of consultations using SystmOne.
* Supporting colleagues to achieve high standards of care and meet QOF and Enhanced Service targets.
About us
Sedgefield North Primary Care Network is an innovative, dynamic PCN comprising five local GP practices based in Spennymoor, Ferryhill, Chilton, Sedgefield, and West Cornforth, serving over 58,000 patients. We continually seek new ways to enhance local healthcare services.
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL
* Recording clear, contemporaneous consultation notes in accordance with standards.
* Providing safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, and individualized patient care within the hub, surgery, or patient's home.
* Assessing patient needs from physiological and psychological perspectives and planning care accordingly, referring patients to other services as needed.
* Performing and interpreting investigatory procedures, including laboratory and radiology tests.
* Prioritizing health problems and intervening appropriately, including emergency care when necessary.
* Ensuring appropriate follow-up of patients.
* Supporting health promotion and self-care strategies.
* Working with colleagues on anticipatory care plans.
* Working within your competence and adhering to professional codes of conduct, maintaining accurate health records.
* Independently prescribing within your scope of practice, following guidelines.
* Reviewing medications in line with policies and guidelines.
* Keeping updated on developments in clinical practice.
* Complying with practice and PCN policies on prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety, and QOF standards.
* Understanding and adhering to legislation and policies on safeguarding children and adults.
CONFIDENTIALITY
You will have access to sensitive patient, staff, and healthcare information, which must be handled in accordance with practice policies and data protection laws.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
You will promote and maintain health and safety standards, including:
* Using personal security systems according to PCN guidelines.
* Identifying and managing risks in work activities.
* Using training to update knowledge and skills.
* Following infection control procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.
* Managing specimen collection, handling, and disposal safely.
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
You will support the rights and dignity of patients, carers, and colleagues by acting respectfully and non-judgmentally, respecting privacy and individual circumstances.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Newly qualified GP (within 2 years, not having held a substantive post), with full GMC registration and license to practice.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Depending on experience, salary is approximately £10,000 per session.
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