General Practitioner

Ringland Medical Practice

The closing date is 17 June 2024

Job summary

Full/Part Time Salaried GPs - We would like to recruit a Salaried GP for Ringland Medical Practice based in Newport. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team of GPs and other allied health professionals. Candidates can create a job that works for both them & us, as we aim to help people fit the job around their own lives.

Ideally we are looking at either 6 or 8 sessions per week.

All forms of job share or term time working will be considered. If you would like to work with us you will find a supportive team who encourage innovative thinking, challenge the status quo and value personal development. We want to develop individuals not just GPs.

Because of our size and composition there is always something for you to get involved in. It may be cluster work or chronic conditions or mentoring, really whatever you want to do which adds value to the practice will be considered.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary

- BMA Model Contract

- Professional development opportunities

- Supportive and collaborative work environment

- NHS Pension scheme

- Flexible working options

- Financial assistance towards medical defence fees

We are an outward looking practice holding regular community MDTs with the Placed Based Care Hub facilitating support for our patients from community groups, housing associations and wider partners. As you can see we do not want to rest on our laurels and are always open to new suggestions from all of our employees on how we can work smarter.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with requests, paperwork and 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.

About us

Why Choose To Work At Ringland Medical Practice?

Expert Medical Team: Our experienced team of dedicated doctors, nurses, and advanced healthcare professionals are committed to delivering top-notch medical care.

State-of-the-Art Facilities: We are very excited to be moving into brand new accommodation in early 2025 when the integrated Health and Wellbeing Centre in Newport East, the 19 Hills Health & Wellbeing Centre opens.

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/clinical-futures/developments/newport-east-health-and-wellbeing-centre/

Comprehensive Services: We offer a wide range of medical services, so whatever your interests, we've got you covered.

Training Practice: We aim to become a GP training practice in the near future and aim to host our first trainee in February 2025.

Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who value open communication, teamwork, and a supportive atmosphere.

Professional Development: We're invested in your growth! Access ongoing training, workshops, and opportunities for career advancement.

Diverse Patient Population: Embrace the opportunity to work with a diverse range of patients, each with unique healthcare needs.

Patient-Centred Approach: At RMP, our patients are valued individuals. We listen to their concerns, and tailor our services to suit requirements.

A Friendly and Welcoming Environment.

We are also one of the very few GP partnerships in Wales who pay all of our staff at or above the Real Living Wage.

Date posted

15 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£10,500 a session

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Term time hours, Annualised hours

Reference number

A4470-23-0008

Job locations

Ringland Health Centre

Ringland Circle

Newport

NP19 9PS


Job description

Job responsibilities

In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and 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

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health

Providing counselling and health education

Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)

Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

The post-holder will be expected to cover On Call sessions as part of a rota

Job description

Job responsibilities

In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and 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

Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health

Providing counselling and health education

Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)

Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate

The post-holder will be expected to cover On Call sessions as part of a rota

Person Specification

Other attributes

Essential

  • Demonstrable professional development. Demonstrate initiative, working without direct supervision. Can respond to a demanding environment. Multi-site working. Full driving license.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills. Competent IT skills. Understanding of the pressures faced by GPs and healthcare teams. Understanding of QIF.

Desirable

  • An interest in training & education.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Medical degree / qualifications. GMC registered. Welsh performers list inclusion.

Desirable

  • GP Trainer qualification.

Experience

Essential

  • GP training and experience. Evidence of learning from significant clinical events.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of EMIS Web. Willing to develop an interest in a specific disease area / chronic disease management.
Person Specification

Other attributes

Essential

  • Demonstrable professional development. Demonstrate initiative, working without direct supervision. Can respond to a demanding environment. Multi-site working. Full driving license.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills. Competent IT skills. Understanding of the pressures faced by GPs and healthcare teams. Understanding of QIF.

Desirable

  • An interest in training & education.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Medical degree / qualifications. GMC registered. Welsh performers list inclusion.

Desirable

  • GP Trainer qualification.

Experience

Essential

  • GP training and experience. Evidence of learning from significant clinical events.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of EMIS Web. Willing to develop an interest in a specific disease area / chronic disease management.

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

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

Ringland Medical Practice

Address

Ringland Health Centre

Ringland Circle

Newport

NP19 9PS


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Ringland Medical Practice

Address

Ringland Health Centre

Ringland Circle

Newport

NP19 9PS


Employer's website

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


For questions about the job, contact:

Business Partner

Phill Davies

phill.davies4@wales.nhs.uk

02920489292

Date posted

15 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£10,500 a session

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Term time hours, Annualised hours

Reference number

A4470-23-0008

Job locations

Ringland Health Centre

Ringland Circle

Newport

NP19 9PS


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