Long-term Locum GP

St James Medical Practice

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Job summary

Due to rapid practice growth, St James Medical Practice is seeking new GPs to join our multidisciplinary team.

We are looking for two GPs to provide ideally 8 sessions across the week; competitive salary for the right candidate.

We are flexible with the above requirements and happy to discuss any changes needed around sessions etc with any successful candidates.

Main duties of the job

We have operated a total triage approach since the pandemic and have a low number of home visits.

We recognise the value of working alongside patients and professionals and value a good work life balance, whilst striving to deliver excellent care to our local population.

Please see attached job description.

About us

We are a dynamic inner London Practice who embraces innovation. We currently have 17,000 patients and will be moving to a new purpose built surgery in 2024.

We currently have 2 Partners, 3 salaried GPs, 5 Long Term Locums, 3 Physician Associates, 3 Pharmacists, 1 Paramedic, 2 Nurses and 1 HCA all working collaboratively.

Date posted

14 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0934-23-0003

Job locations

47 St James Street

Walthamstow

London

E17 7NH


Job description

Job responsibilities

General Practice is ever evolving - and to keep up with patient needs over the years we have employed a number of long-term locum GPs who have become an integral part of the team, and continue to do so. They provide their invaluable contribution, urgent care for patients in need as well as those patient with long term health needs.

The post holder will be involved in the patient journey from history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, through to treatment evaluation of care.

The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking in the decision-making process working collaboratively as part of the primary care team and provide advice to meet the needs of patients, and their relatives/carers, while at all times working within the agreed policies and procedures supporting the way care is provided.

Job description

Job responsibilities

General Practice is ever evolving - and to keep up with patient needs over the years we have employed a number of long-term locum GPs who have become an integral part of the team, and continue to do so. They provide their invaluable contribution, urgent care for patients in need as well as those patient with long term health needs.

The post holder will be involved in the patient journey from history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, through to treatment evaluation of care.

The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking in the decision-making process working collaboratively as part of the primary care team and provide advice to meet the needs of patients, and their relatives/carers, while at all times working within the agreed policies and procedures supporting the way care is provided.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a primary care environment
  • Experience of continued professional development
  • General understanding of the GMS/PMS/APMS contract

Desirable

  • Experience of QOF and clinical audit
  • Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
  • Experience of medicines management
  • Experience of CCG initiatives

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualified GP
  • Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
  • General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)

Desirable

  • MRCGP

Other

Essential

  • Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of a Locum GP
  • Full GMC Registration
  • National Performers List registration
  • Appropriate defence indemnity
  • Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a primary care environment
  • Experience of continued professional development
  • General understanding of the GMS/PMS/APMS contract

Desirable

  • Experience of QOF and clinical audit
  • Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
  • Experience of medicines management
  • Experience of CCG initiatives

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualified GP
  • Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
  • General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)

Desirable

  • MRCGP

Other

Essential

  • Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of a Locum GP
  • Full GMC Registration
  • National Performers List registration
  • Appropriate defence indemnity
  • Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

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).

Employer details

Employer name

St James Medical Practice

Address

47 St James Street

Walthamstow

London

E17 7NH


Employer's website

https://thestjamespractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

St James Medical Practice

Address

47 St James Street

Walthamstow

London

E17 7NH


Employer's website

https://thestjamespractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Wardah Ahson

w.ahson@nhs.net

02032330887

Date posted

14 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A0934-23-0003

Job locations

47 St James Street

Walthamstow

London

E17 7NH


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