Job summary
Exciting Opportunity for Salaried GP's in Beautiful Cumbria
Our small semi-rural GP practice in the heart of Cumbria is seeking two enthusiastic salaried GP's to join our team for 3-4 sessions each, per week.
About Us:
We operate a doctor-first triage system, ensuring efficient and patient-centred care.
What We Offer:
- Employment on the BMA standard contract, ensuring fair and transparent terms.
- Salary negotiable to reflect experience and expertise.
- Protected induction time.
- The opportunity to participate in our PCN out-of-hours shifts, offering additional experience and income.
Why Join Us?
Work in a picturesque location, offering a great work-life balance.
- Be part of a forward-thinking practice that values innovation and collaboration.
- Enjoy a supportive team environment with a focus on continuous learning and improvement.Potential for Partnership for the right candidate.
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and are eager to contribute to a thriving practice, we would love to hear from you.
Please note that due to our small size (~3700 patients), a willingness to supervise and mentor other clinical staff in-person is an essential attribute for this role.
Main duties of the job
To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.
The working week will include a variety of clinical sessions with pre-bookable appointment clinics, Duty GP/Triage GP and Home Visits. Our allocated Duty GP/Triage GP deal with lab results/prescription queries/ documents and letters to allow for GPs to focus on maximising time with patients.
About us
We operate a doctor first triage system, ensuring efficient and patient centred care.
Our clinical team includes a Clinical pharmacist, one part time GPA, one full time Practice nurse, a Nurse associate, a trainee Nurse associate and two healthcare assistants.
We are proud to be a training practice, committed to nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Actively involved in research and teaching, we offer opportunities for professional growth and development.
We provide protected staff learning time and an employee assistance program to support your well-being.
We have an award-winning Patient Participation Group and were awarded Outstanding by the CQC when last inspected.
We are active within our PCN, including having access to Social Prescribers.
We are a Dispensing Practice with majority of our patients dispensed to.
Due to our patient demographic, we are a low-visiting Practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide
a full range of medical services as defined in the core GMC contract,
additional, and enhanced services contracts along with agreed non-NHS work
(medicals, reports etc.).
Undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations,
telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, and dealing
with correspondence in a timely fashion
Making professional, autonomous 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
Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients
and in line with current practice disease management protocols including
providing health education
Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to a high
standard
Complete referrals where appropriate including for any suggested
diagnostic testing and report on results to patients as required
Prescribe in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary
It is expected that the post-holder will be expected to
undertake all the duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working
within Primary Care
Attend team meetings and other clinical meetings as necessary
Provide clinical support for colleagues including assisting with
the mentoring and training of colleagues as part of the Practice's commitment
to lifelong-learning.
Comply with all relevant organisation policies and procedures
including but not limited to confidentiality, data protection, health &
safety, infection control etc.
Undertake mandatory training as determined by the Practice
Reflect on personal practice through SEA, appraisals and patient
complaints.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide
a full range of medical services as defined in the core GMC contract,
additional, and enhanced services contracts along with agreed non-NHS work
(medicals, reports etc.).
Undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations,
telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, and dealing
with correspondence in a timely fashion
Making professional, autonomous 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
Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients
and in line with current practice disease management protocols including
providing health education
Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to a high
standard
Complete referrals where appropriate including for any suggested
diagnostic testing and report on results to patients as required
Prescribe in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary
It is expected that the post-holder will be expected to
undertake all the duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working
within Primary Care
Attend team meetings and other clinical meetings as necessary
Provide clinical support for colleagues including assisting with
the mentoring and training of colleagues as part of the Practice's commitment
to lifelong-learning.
Comply with all relevant organisation policies and procedures
including but not limited to confidentiality, data protection, health &
safety, infection control etc.
Undertake mandatory training as determined by the Practice
Reflect on personal practice through SEA, appraisals and patient
complaints.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBChB
- MRCGP
- General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
- Full GMC Registration
- Must possess the right to work in the UK and be on the NHS Performer's List
- A willingness to supervise and mentor other clinical staff in-person is an essential attribute for this role.
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care (Post Qualification experience not essential)
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written & oral)
- Clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of a GP
- Strong IT skills
- Effective time management (planning and organisation)
- Problem solving
- Experience with audits
- Ability to follow clinical guidelines, policies and procedures
- Experience with clinical risk management
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Positive attitude; self-motivated and able to motivate others
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the challenges and wider issues of health and social needs within the Primary Care setting
- Demonstrate an understanding of health education, promotion and public health
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP Practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBChB
- MRCGP
- General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
- Full GMC Registration
- Must possess the right to work in the UK and be on the NHS Performer's List
- A willingness to supervise and mentor other clinical staff in-person is an essential attribute for this role.
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care (Post Qualification experience not essential)
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written & oral)
- Clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of a GP
- Strong IT skills
- Effective time management (planning and organisation)
- Problem solving
- Experience with audits
- Ability to follow clinical guidelines, policies and procedures
- Experience with clinical risk management
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Positive attitude; self-motivated and able to motivate others
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the challenges and wider issues of health and social needs within the Primary Care setting
- Demonstrate an understanding of health education, promotion and public health
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).
