Job summary
Are you a newly qualified GP (within the last two years, without
a substantive post) looking for an exciting and supportive role to launch your
career?
Dartford MODEL Primary Care Network is seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking GP to join our team.
This role will provide you with
the opportunity to work across our 3 practices; The Wellcome Practice, Lowfield
Medical Centre and Dr C J Shimmins & Partners, within Dartford, North Kent.
Our practices are dedicated to supporting the growth of both trainees and experienced clinical staff, with two of our sites operating as GP training practices. We have successfully supported GPs through the New to Practice programme, and have had GPs complete various fellowship programmes.
Our team of current GPs brings a variety of specialist interests, including womens health, minor surgery, and medical leadership.
Main duties of the job
As a GP
within Dartford MODEL Primary Care Network, you will be required 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.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide a full range of medical services as defined in the core GMS
contract, additional and enhanced services where appropriate.
Conducting
routine and urgent appointments, both face-to-face and via telephone.
Prescribing according to local and national guidelines.
Handling home visits for routine and emergency cases.
Managing administrative tasks, such as letters, results,
referrals, and emails.
Making appropriate referrals and managing related admin.
Checking and signing repeat prescriptions.
Participating in on-call/duty sessions as per pro-rata hours.
Supporting Extended Hours services, enhancing patient access.
Collaborating with other health and social care providers to
deliver integrated care.
Maintaining accurate consultation records using the EMIS
clinical syste
Offering
clinical support to colleagues, helping the team meet high standards in patient
care and QOF/Enhanced Services targets.
About us
Dartford MODEL PCN consists of 3 practices; The Wellcome Practice, Lowfield Medical Centre and Dr C J Shimmins & Partners.
All three practices are based in Dartford, North Kent and serve a patient population of over 34,000 people.
Our practices are dedicated to supporting the growth of both trainees and experienced clinical staff, with two of our sites operating as GP training practices. We have successfully supported GPs through the New to Practice programme, and have had GPs complete various fellowship programmes.
Our team of current GPs brings a variety of specialist interests, including womens health, minor surgery, and medical leadership.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
responsibilities:
The post-holder will be required to undertake a
variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and
queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing/authorising 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.
Admitting or
discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care
providers as appropriate.
Recording clear and
concise consultation notes
Collecting data for
audit purposes.
Prescribing in accordance
with local formulary and national guidelines
The post-holder may be required to visit patients during surgery time in an emergency if
clinically indicated.
The post-holder may
be required to support enhanced access sessions as per the needs of the PCN.
Communication
Utilise and
demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully
informed and consent to treatment.
Recognise the need
for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of
understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.
Delivering a quality service
Prioritise,
organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes
quality, including participating in shared learning across the practice, PCN
and wider organisation. Work as part of the team to seek feedback, continually
improve the service and contribute to business planning.
Learning and development
Take responsibility
for own learning and performance through continuous professional development,
including participating in supervision, acting as a positive role model and
assessing own learning needs.
Act
as a mentor and positive role model to students and junior members of staff,
sharing information and good practice.
Contribute
to education and training of trainee clinical staff and students.
Maintaining
confidentiality
The
GP will, as an integral part of and in the course of carrying out his/her role,
have access to confidential and sometimes sensitive information relating to
patients, carers and family members, as well as similar information about
colleagues. They may also have access to
confidential information about the practices and the PCN.
All
such information, in whatever format and howsoever made available, must be
treated with the strictest confidence.
All such information held within and outside of the practice will be
shared only as necessary, and in accordance with the practices confidentiality
/ data sharing policies, and in line with data protection legislation and the
Freedom of Information Act.
Equality and diversity
The
GP will comply with the practices equality and diversity policy, and
legislation relating to equality and diversity.
Support the
equality and diversity of patients, carers and colleagues by recognising the
importance of peoples rights and interpreting them in a way that is consistent
with policy, procedures and current legislation.
Respecting the
privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues by
behaving in a manner which is welcoming, non-judgmental and respects their
circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Professional
development
Participate in an
annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for
maintaining a record of own professional development
Work as an
effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the
mechanisms to develop new ways of working
Work with your line
manager to undertake continual personal and professional development, access
regular supervision and take an active part in reviewing and developing the
roles and responsibilities of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
responsibilities:
The post-holder will be required to undertake a
variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and
queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing/authorising 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.
Admitting or
discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care
providers as appropriate.
Recording clear and
concise consultation notes
Collecting data for
audit purposes.
Prescribing in accordance
with local formulary and national guidelines
The post-holder may be required to visit patients during surgery time in an emergency if
clinically indicated.
The post-holder may
be required to support enhanced access sessions as per the needs of the PCN.
Communication
Utilise and
demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully
informed and consent to treatment.
Recognise the need
for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of
understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.
Delivering a quality service
Prioritise,
organise and manage own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes
quality, including participating in shared learning across the practice, PCN
and wider organisation. Work as part of the team to seek feedback, continually
improve the service and contribute to business planning.
Learning and development
Take responsibility
for own learning and performance through continuous professional development,
including participating in supervision, acting as a positive role model and
assessing own learning needs.
Act
as a mentor and positive role model to students and junior members of staff,
sharing information and good practice.
Contribute
to education and training of trainee clinical staff and students.
Maintaining
confidentiality
The
GP will, as an integral part of and in the course of carrying out his/her role,
have access to confidential and sometimes sensitive information relating to
patients, carers and family members, as well as similar information about
colleagues. They may also have access to
confidential information about the practices and the PCN.
All
such information, in whatever format and howsoever made available, must be
treated with the strictest confidence.
All such information held within and outside of the practice will be
shared only as necessary, and in accordance with the practices confidentiality
/ data sharing policies, and in line with data protection legislation and the
Freedom of Information Act.
Equality and diversity
The
GP will comply with the practices equality and diversity policy, and
legislation relating to equality and diversity.
Support the
equality and diversity of patients, carers and colleagues by recognising the
importance of peoples rights and interpreting them in a way that is consistent
with policy, procedures and current legislation.
Respecting the
privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues by
behaving in a manner which is welcoming, non-judgmental and respects their
circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Professional
development
Participate in an
annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for
maintaining a record of own professional development
Work as an
effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the
mechanisms to develop new ways of working
Work with your line
manager to undertake continual personal and professional development, access
regular supervision and take an active part in reviewing and developing the
roles and responsibilities of the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Newly qualified GP - within 2 years and not having had a substantive post.
- Completed MRCGP
- Full GMC registration and license to practice
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
- Ensure Continuous Professional Development is maintained
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience using a primary care IT system such as EMIS or System One
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- Experience of dealing with a range of clinical conditions
- General understanding of GMS contract
Desirable
- Experience of providing home visits
- Experience using EMIS
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
- Ability to work autonomously, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice
- Understanding of evidence-based practice
- Ability to effectively triage, assess and diagnose
- Ability to request and review pathology tests and other relevant investiagations and advise patients accordingly
- Assessing and managing acute deteriorations/exacerbations of LTCs
- Understanding of evidence-based practice
- Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely.
- Broad knowledge of clinical governance
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes
- Strong IT skills incl. competence in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Effective time management
- Ability to listen and empathise whilst being honest and caring
- Polite and confident, flexible and cooperative
- Motivated, forward thinker with ability to use own judgement and common sense
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Good time management
- Observance of strict confidentiality
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Newly qualified GP - within 2 years and not having had a substantive post.
- Completed MRCGP
- Full GMC registration and license to practice
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
- Ensure Continuous Professional Development is maintained
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience using a primary care IT system such as EMIS or System One
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- Experience of dealing with a range of clinical conditions
- General understanding of GMS contract
Desirable
- Experience of providing home visits
- Experience using EMIS
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
- Ability to work autonomously, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice
- Understanding of evidence-based practice
- Ability to effectively triage, assess and diagnose
- Ability to request and review pathology tests and other relevant investiagations and advise patients accordingly
- Assessing and managing acute deteriorations/exacerbations of LTCs
- Understanding of evidence-based practice
- Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely.
- Broad knowledge of clinical governance
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes
- Strong IT skills incl. competence in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Effective time management
- Ability to listen and empathise whilst being honest and caring
- Polite and confident, flexible and cooperative
- Motivated, forward thinker with ability to use own judgement and common sense
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Good time management
- Observance of strict confidentiality
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).