Job summary
Friendly Central London 16,000 patient GP Training Practice looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and forward-thinking Salaried GP for 6/8 sessions, preferably Monday, Wednesday & Friday.
Modern, purpose-built premises with full complement of administrative and clinical staff, including 5 GP’s, 3 Trainees, PN, HCA, Pharmacists, Social Prescriber and Health Coach.
We offer a competitive salary, NHS pension, 6 weeks' annual leave and 1 weeks' study leave pro-rata.
We deliver a high standard of clinical care for our patients focusing on proactive personalised care, disease prevention and patient education. We are an active member of the Brompton Primary Care Network.
Closing date 18th March. Start date 1st June but prepared to wait for suitable candidate
New qualified GPs are welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Clinical responsibilities
In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/herself available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions, dealing with queries, referring patients as appropriate, paperwork and correspondence.
Making professional decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.
In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
About us
Knightsbridge Medical Centre is a friendly and hard-working practice providing high-quality healthcare to 16,000 patients in the heart of Knightsbridge.
We have 2 partners, 5 GPs, 3 registrars, Nursing Team and a clerical team of 8. We have an emphasis on patient care and as a training practice, we support the professional development of our staff.
We are passionate about working together as a team to meet the clinical needs of our local population and improve our patient's care. This is an outstanding opportunity to develop core clinical skills in primary care in a supportive mentoring environment.
If you are interested in applying for this role please submit a brief cover letter outlining your interest with a copy of your CV.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
The following are the core responsibilities
of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other
tasks this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing
level.
Effective
management of long term conditions.
Maintain
accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and
guidance.
Work
as a team member with all relevant providers of primary and community care
services.
Generic
prescribing adhering to local and national guidelines.
Processing
of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription
requests and other associated administrative tasks
Support
the management team in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making
recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure.
Provide
emergency locum cover in unforeseen/exceptional circumstances in negotiation
with the management team.
Work
in accordance with practice policies and procedures and
assist in their development.
Encourage
collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture
of continuous improvement at all times.
Participate
in practice audits as requested by the audit lead
Participate
in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured
approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA).
Contribution to QOF and any local or direct enhanced services which the Practice has signed up for.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
The following are the core responsibilities
of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other
tasks this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing
level.
Effective
management of long term conditions.
Maintain
accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and
guidance.
Work
as a team member with all relevant providers of primary and community care
services.
Generic
prescribing adhering to local and national guidelines.
Processing
of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription
requests and other associated administrative tasks
Support
the management team in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making
recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure.
Provide
emergency locum cover in unforeseen/exceptional circumstances in negotiation
with the management team.
Work
in accordance with practice policies and procedures and
assist in their development.
Encourage
collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture
of continuous improvement at all times.
Participate
in practice audits as requested by the audit lead
Participate
in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured
approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA).
Contribution to QOF and any local or direct enhanced services which the Practice has signed up for.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of methods of developing clinical quality assurance and evidence based practice
- Evidence of up to date knowledge and skills
- Evidence of ability to maintain and monitor high standards of care
- Evidence of professional development and knowledge
- Evidence of ability to direct and co-ordinate programmes of care working autonomously and collaboratively
- Excellent Computer Skills
Desirable
- Basic IT skills
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- SystmOne
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP
- Inclusion in the GMC Register
- On the PCSE Medical Performers List
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of methods of developing clinical quality assurance and evidence based practice
- Evidence of up to date knowledge and skills
- Evidence of ability to maintain and monitor high standards of care
- Evidence of professional development and knowledge
- Evidence of ability to direct and co-ordinate programmes of care working autonomously and collaboratively
- Excellent Computer Skills
Desirable
- Basic IT skills
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- SystmOne
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP
- Inclusion in the GMC Register
- On the PCSE Medical Performers List
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).