Job summary
Flexible working in Tonbridge, Kent
Would you like to work in a Practice recommended by 97% of our
patients (Friends and
Family test August 23) and where over 88% of our patients are seen within 2 weeks?
We strongly believe in continuity of care and support ongoing
training.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring doctor to join us. We are
ready to wait for the right candidate.
- List size 19,000 served by 6 partners, 3 salaried GPs and 1
retainer GP and a skilled nursing team
- 6 weeks holiday and 1 week study leave pro rata, educational
meetings, Mentor support, BMA contract
- Competitive Salary
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 BMAcontract. 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.
About us
List size 19,000 served by 7 partners, 3 salaried GPs and 1
retainer GP and a skilled nursing team
Strong training practice culture: 3 current GP trainers, protected
learning, opportunities to teach
Emphasis on continuity of care with personal list system
Clinical Pharmacist, Physician Associate and Social Prescriber
support
Dispensing branch surgery, Travel clinic, Family Planning Service,
Minor Ops
Exceptionally friendly, caring and supportive working atmosphere:
protected daily coffee breaks, co-working
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Work as agreed in accordance with the practice timetable
- The delivery of highly effective medical care to the
entitled population
- Generic prescribing adhering to local and national
guidance
- Effective management of long-term conditions
- Processing of administration in a timely manner,
including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated
administrative tasks
- On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and
duty doctor roles
- Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with
good practice, policy and guidance
- Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the
practice workload
- Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical
guidelines and the audit process
- On an opportune basis, provide health promotion advice
- Contribute to QOF requirements, accurately recording
information
- Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as
required
- Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance
of the practice including clinical governance, training, financial management
and HR
- Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
- Prepare and complete the revalidation process
- Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing
professional development across the practice team
- Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of
the practice
- Adhere to practice protocols, and policies at all times
- Commit to collaborative working, liaising with all staff
on a regular basis
- Carry out home visits as agreed
- Carry out of hours duties as mutually agreed
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Work as agreed in accordance with the practice timetable
- The delivery of highly effective medical care to the
entitled population
- Generic prescribing adhering to local and national
guidance
- Effective management of long-term conditions
- Processing of administration in a timely manner,
including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated
administrative tasks
- On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and
duty doctor roles
- Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with
good practice, policy and guidance
- Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the
practice workload
- Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical
guidelines and the audit process
- On an opportune basis, provide health promotion advice
- Contribute to QOF requirements, accurately recording
information
- Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as
required
- Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance
of the practice including clinical governance, training, financial management
and HR
- Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
- Prepare and complete the revalidation process
- Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing
professional development across the practice team
- Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of
the practice
- Adhere to practice protocols, and policies at all times
- Commit to collaborative working, liaising with all staff
on a regular basis
- Carry out home visits as agreed
- Carry out of hours duties as mutually agreed
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Person Specification
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).