GP with Extended Role in ENT (GPwER)

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Job Description and Advert for ENT GP with Extended Role (GPwER)

Serving Haringey and Islington ICENTS and Haringey ENT Service

Job Description

Position: GP with Extended Role in ENT (GPwER)

Contract Type: Permanent (Full-time or Part-time)

Location: Community-based clinics across Haringey, Islington and North Central London

Pay: Depending on experience

About Islington GP Federation

Islington GP Federation (IGPF) is a growing organisation representing 31 practices; we have established ourselves as a leader in new ways of working, including running Islingtons extended access primary care services (I:HUB) as well as supporting the Islington Primary Care Networks (PCNs).

Our current range of services include the Extended Access Service, I:HUB, Community Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT), Integrated Community Gynaecology, practice-based pharmacists and a range of practice support mechanisms.

IGPF works very closely with a range of partners including the regional commissioning group, NHS England, Healthy London Partnership, Public Health, local hospitals such as UCLH, Whittington Health and the London Borough of Islington.

IGPF is the host organisation for the Primary Care Network (PCN) workforce and the Islington Training Hub and has been working for over two years to create training and development programmes that meet the needs of staff working in primary and community care settings.

IGPF runs four Islington GP practices, one on a GMS contract, two on APMS contracts and one caretaking contracts

Overview

The Islington Community Ear, Nose, and Throat Service (ICENTS) has been a trusted healthcare provider since 2009, delivering specialist ENT care at accessible, local clinics. Managing over half of Islington's ENT referrals, ICENTS focuses on reducing outpatient referrals and empowering both GPs and patients to manage ENT issues more effectively.In September 2023, ICENTS expanded its reach by launching a sister service in Haringey in partnership with Whittington Health NHS Trust. This collaboration underscores our commitment to providing high-quality, community-based ENT services. Together, ICENTS and the Haringey ENT Service deliver innovative care tailored to meet the diverse needs of patients across the region.

As a GPwER in ENT, you will become part of this forward-thinking network, working closely with experienced ENT specialists and benefiting from structured mentorship and collaborative opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Referral Triage: Review and action referrals within two working days. Direct patients to the appropriate care pathway, including the community ENT service, GP management, 2WW referrals, or secondary care.
• Clinical Duties: Conduct face-to-face, telephone and virtual consultations. Provide clinical services such as audiology assessments, microscopic and endoscopic examinations. Deliver accurate diagnoses, effective treatments, and timely referrals.
• Documentation and Communication: Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and timely patient records using standardized ENT templates. Ensure proper documentation of patient consent and communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Supervision and Development: Participate in regular group supervision meetings led by ENT consultants to discuss complex cases and refine clinical expertise. Receive in-clinic mentorship from experienced ENT GPwERs and Consultant support from University College London Hospital to develop practical skills and confidence.
• Collaboration and Support: Work collaboratively with administrative teams to address clinical and non-clinical queries. Flexibly adapt to service needs, working across clinic sites in Haringey and Islington.

Professional Development

IGPF will support all successful candidates through a training package that will include the RILA Postgraduate ENT Diploma accredited by the University of Plymouth ,with additional supportive shadowing and mentoring opportunities. It is essential that the development opportunity offered builds a resilient, stable workforce to support our patients.

IGPF will therefore expect successful candidates to work in the ENT service provided by IGPF and NCL partners for a minimum period of two years.

IGPF will recoup the funding for the training and support provided from employees who leave IGPF before the two years.

Job Advert

Join ICENTS and Haringey ENT: Transforming ENT Care in Partnership with University College London Hospitals NHS trust

What We Offer

• A permanent position with competitive pay based on experience.

• Flexibility to work full-time or part-time.

• Fully funded RILA Postgraduate ENT Diploma and hands-on mentorship.

• A supportive team environment, including supervision from experienced ENT consultants and GPwSIs.

Your Role

Lead ENT care in the community through triage, consultations, and clinical procedures. Work across Islington, Haringey and more widely across North Central London, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams. Participate in regular group supervision meetings and receive in-clinic mentorship to build and refine your ENT expertise. Maintain high-quality clinical documentation and provide clear, empathetic communication with patients and colleagues.

Why Join Us

Since 2009, ICENTS has revolutionized community ENT care in Islington. Now, in partnership with Whittington Health NHS Trust and under the supervision of University College London Hospitals NHS Trust, we bring the same commitment to excellence to Haringey. Join us in delivering accessible, patient-centered care that transforms lives.

Requirements

• Full GMC registration and membership in a medical defence organization.
• Minimum of 2 years of post-MRCGP experience.
• Strong clinical, IT, and communication skills.
• Desirable qualifications: MSc/PG Dip in ENT and experience with EMIS Web.

Application Details

Submit your application online via [NHS Jobs](https://www.jobs.nhs.uk). Be a part of shaping the future of ENT services in North Central London. Lets make healthcare better, together!

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Proficiency in IT systems, including clinical software and MS Office.
• Strong time management, workload prioritization, and clinical performance evaluation skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, both written and oral.
• Ability to build rapport and communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.

Desirable

• Familiarity with EMIS Web.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• GMC Specialist Register for General Practice.
• Membership in a medical defence organization.

Desirable

• Higher degree (e.g., MD, PhD, MSc) or additional clinical qualifications.
• MSc/PG Dip in ENT.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience post-MRCGP.
• Proven ability to work independently.

Desirable

• Relevant experience in a specialist or community ENT service.

Employer details

Employer name

Islington GP Federation

Address

Unit 16-18

The Studios, Hornsey Street

Holloway

London

N7 8EG

Employer's website

https://www.islingtongpfederation.org/ (Opens in a new tab)