Job summary
Essex Lodge Surgery is looking
for a part-time Salaried / Sessional GP (up to 4 sessions per week) to join our
friendly team. This a permanent position, subject to review with 6 months
provisional period.
Essex Lodge Surgery serves a
population of just over 17,000 patients from diverse backgrounds. We are a
forward thinking, progressive and a training practice, constantly working to
improve standards, the patient journey and clinical outcomes. We have a strong
ethos of teaching and training, and you will be welcomed into our large Primary
Care team. Our clinical workforce
consists of 2 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GPs, 2 sessional GP, 1 GP Registrar, 1
Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 1 Nurse Prescriber, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 Health
Care Assistant, 4 clinical pharmacist, 1 Paramedic, 1 physiotherapist and 1
Social Prescriber. This clinical team is supported by a managerial, admin and
reception team.
You will become part of our busy clinical team and strive to ensure our
patients receive the best possible service from the Practice. Every clinical
and administrative member of staff is encouraged to develop professionally. The
GPs have been supported and encouraged to specialise; each has their own
interest e.g. Minor Surgery, Dermatology, Diabetes, Pediatrics and Womens
health.
Please be informed that we use Emis Web Clinical System at Essex Lodge Surgery.
Main duties of the job
As a GP at Essex Lodge Surgery, your primary
duties involve delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care. This includes
diagnosing and treating various medical conditions, managing chronic illnesses,
and promoting preventive healthcare measures. You'll collaborate on Quality
Improvement (QI) projects aimed at enhancing the quality and effectiveness of
our services. Additionally, you'll contribute to our status as a
teaching practice by mentoring medical students and trainee GPs. Improving access
to healthcare services is another key aspect of your role, achieved through
innovative appointment scheduling and exploring alternative consultation
methods like online consultations. GPs at Essex Lodge Surgery also participate in multidisciplinary
team meetings, maintain accurate medical records, and stay updated on current
medical guidelines and research. We're committed to supporting our salaried GPs
in their professional development andpersonal growth, and we welcome open
discussions to tailor their experience to their goals and aspirations.
Please also note that Essex Lodge Surgery (London, E13 0AS) has is located within 10 minutes (0.5 miles) walking distance from Plaistow Underground Station. Bus Stops are also located in front of our Surgery on both sides of the road serving Bus route numbers 262 & 473. We also have limited car parking facilities at our Surgery for patients, visitors and staff members.
About us
Practice opening Hours are between Monday 7.30am to 7.00pm, Tuesday to Friday from 8:00am to 6:30pm and Saturday 08:00am to 1:00pm.
We offer
A comprehensive
induction and orientation
A competitive
salary for this role depends on skills and experience
6 weeks annual
leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
NHS Pensions
Scheme
Fantastic career
prospects and opportunities for career development
Training and
ongoing development to support their role
In-house
Educational Training
Weekly and monthly
clinical meetings
One week study
leave (pro-rata)
Indemnity fees
NHS discounts
We are a Covid Vaccination site and also a Hub for the out of hours service
run by Newham Health Collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essex Lodge Surgery is a thriving practice
located walking distance from Newham University Hospital, serving around 17,000 patients in our community. We
are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services in a welcoming and
supportive environment. .
With 2 partners and a team of over 40 staff members, we offer a dynamic and
rewarding workplace where every team member plays a vital role in our mission to
deliver high-quality patient care.
**Role Overview:**
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate General
Practitioner (GP) to join our team at Essex Lodge Surgery. The successful
candidate will be responsible for delivering comprehensive primary medical care
to patients of all ages, promoting preventive healthcare measures, and
contributing to our ongoing efforts to enhance patient access, quality of care,
and service delivery.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Clinical Care:** Provide high-quality,
evidence-based medical care to patients, including diagnosing and treating
acute and chronic conditions, managing long-term illnesses, and promoting
preventive health measures.
2. **Quality Improvement (QI) Projects:**
Collaborate with colleagues on QI projects aimed at improving clinical
outcomes, patient safety, and service delivery. Take a lead role in initiatives
related to Smear Tests and Childhood Immunisations, ensuring adherence to best
practices and guidelines.
3. **Teaching and Mentorship:** As a teaching practice, provide mentorship and supervision to medical
students and trainee GPs. Share your knowledge and expertise through
educational sessions and clinical supervision.
4. **Improving Access:** Work with our team to
identify and implement strategies for improving patient access to healthcare
services. This may include optimising appointment scheduling, offering extended
hours, and exploring alternative consultation methods such as e-consults.
5. **Multidisciplinary Collaboration:** Participate
in multidisciplinary team meetings, case discussions, and clinical audits to
review patient care, coordinate services, and identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic and
coordinated care for patients.
6. **Record Keeping and Documentation:** Maintain
accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting patient encounters,
treatment plans, and clinical outcomes in accordance with regulatory
requirements and best practices.
**Qualifications and Requirements:**
- Medical degree from a recognised institution.
- Completion of residency training in General
Practice/Family Medicine.
- Registration with the General Medical Council
(GMC) and a license to practice in the UK.
- Membership of the Royal College of General
Practitioners (MRCGP) or equivalent qualification preferred.
- Excellent clinical skills and diagnostic
abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills,
with the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
- Commitment to continuous professional development
and lifelong learning.
- Experience in Quality Improvement (QI) projects
and/or medical education is desirable but not essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Essex Lodge Surgery is a thriving practice
located walking distance from Newham University Hospital, serving around 17,000 patients in our community. We
are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services in a welcoming and
supportive environment. .
With 2 partners and a team of over 40 staff members, we offer a dynamic and
rewarding workplace where every team member plays a vital role in our mission to
deliver high-quality patient care.
**Role Overview:**
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate General
Practitioner (GP) to join our team at Essex Lodge Surgery. The successful
candidate will be responsible for delivering comprehensive primary medical care
to patients of all ages, promoting preventive healthcare measures, and
contributing to our ongoing efforts to enhance patient access, quality of care,
and service delivery.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Clinical Care:** Provide high-quality,
evidence-based medical care to patients, including diagnosing and treating
acute and chronic conditions, managing long-term illnesses, and promoting
preventive health measures.
2. **Quality Improvement (QI) Projects:**
Collaborate with colleagues on QI projects aimed at improving clinical
outcomes, patient safety, and service delivery. Take a lead role in initiatives
related to Smear Tests and Childhood Immunisations, ensuring adherence to best
practices and guidelines.
3. **Teaching and Mentorship:** As a teaching practice, provide mentorship and supervision to medical
students and trainee GPs. Share your knowledge and expertise through
educational sessions and clinical supervision.
4. **Improving Access:** Work with our team to
identify and implement strategies for improving patient access to healthcare
services. This may include optimising appointment scheduling, offering extended
hours, and exploring alternative consultation methods such as e-consults.
5. **Multidisciplinary Collaboration:** Participate
in multidisciplinary team meetings, case discussions, and clinical audits to
review patient care, coordinate services, and identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic and
coordinated care for patients.
6. **Record Keeping and Documentation:** Maintain
accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting patient encounters,
treatment plans, and clinical outcomes in accordance with regulatory
requirements and best practices.
**Qualifications and Requirements:**
- Medical degree from a recognised institution.
- Completion of residency training in General
Practice/Family Medicine.
- Registration with the General Medical Council
(GMC) and a license to practice in the UK.
- Membership of the Royal College of General
Practitioners (MRCGP) or equivalent qualification preferred.
- Excellent clinical skills and diagnostic
abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills,
with the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
- Commitment to continuous professional development
and lifelong learning.
- Experience in Quality Improvement (QI) projects
and/or medical education is desirable but not essential.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications Criteria for GP at Essex Lodge Surgery:
- Medical Degree:
- Hold a medical degree from a recognized institution.
- Residency Training
- Completed residency training in General Practice/Family Medicine.
- Professional Registration:
- Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK.
- Possess a valid license to practice as a General Practitioner in the UK.
- Membership or Equivalent Qualification:
- Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
- Clinical Skills and Competencies:
- Demonstrate excellent clinical skills and diagnostic abilities.
- Proficient in managing a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Ability to provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to patients of all ages.
- Communication Skills:
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build rapport with patients and establish effective doctor-patient relationships.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
- Teamwork and Collaboration:
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to contribute to team-based approaches to patient care and service delivery.
- Commitment to Continuous Professional Development:
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
- Stay abreast of current medical guidelines, best practices, and advancements in the field of General Practice.
- Quality Improvement and Medical Education:
- Experience or interest in participating in Quality Improvement (QI) projects is desirable.
- Interest in medical education and a willingness to contribute to teaching and mentorship activities within the practice.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Adhere to regulatory requirements and professional standards governing the practice of medicine in the UK.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Professionalism and Ethical Conduct:
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct in all aspects of clinical practice.
- Uphold the principles of patient confidentiality, privacy, and dignity at all times.
- Adaptability and Flexibility:
- Ability to adapt to changing healthcare environments and evolving patient needs.
Desirable
- Qualified GP
- MRCGP
- General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
- Full GMC Registration
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
- National Performers List registration
- Appropriate defense indemnity (MPS/MDU)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications Criteria for GP at Essex Lodge Surgery:
- Medical Degree:
- Hold a medical degree from a recognized institution.
- Residency Training
- Completed residency training in General Practice/Family Medicine.
- Professional Registration:
- Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK.
- Possess a valid license to practice as a General Practitioner in the UK.
- Membership or Equivalent Qualification:
- Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
- Clinical Skills and Competencies:
- Demonstrate excellent clinical skills and diagnostic abilities.
- Proficient in managing a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Ability to provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to patients of all ages.
- Communication Skills:
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build rapport with patients and establish effective doctor-patient relationships.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
- Teamwork and Collaboration:
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to contribute to team-based approaches to patient care and service delivery.
- Commitment to Continuous Professional Development:
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
- Stay abreast of current medical guidelines, best practices, and advancements in the field of General Practice.
- Quality Improvement and Medical Education:
- Experience or interest in participating in Quality Improvement (QI) projects is desirable.
- Interest in medical education and a willingness to contribute to teaching and mentorship activities within the practice.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Adhere to regulatory requirements and professional standards governing the practice of medicine in the UK.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Professionalism and Ethical Conduct:
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct in all aspects of clinical practice.
- Uphold the principles of patient confidentiality, privacy, and dignity at all times.
- Adaptability and Flexibility:
- Ability to adapt to changing healthcare environments and evolving patient needs.
Desirable
- Qualified GP
- MRCGP
- General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
- Full GMC Registration
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
- National Performers List registration
- Appropriate defense indemnity (MPS/MDU)
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).
