Job summary
The main purpose of the job is act independently to manage a
caseload of patients referred to Discharge to Assess (D2A) beds, and to provide
full comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment/appropriate management,
onward referral and discharge to this complex range of patients. The supporting
admin team with ensure the most up to date patient list is provided.
The post holder
will also be required to manage a caseload and deal
with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the
highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.
Main duties of the job
Main
Duties & Responsibilities Discharge to Assess Patients
The post holder will work independently as the named GP for ATP Discharge
to Assess (D2A) beds.
Be responsible for managing a caseload of D2A patients;
Support with the assessment, care-planning and on-going clinical care
needs for patients, including through a mix of home round visits and remote
support.
Complete RESPECT forms and/or advanced care plans where needed.
Main Duties & Responsibilities Non-Discharge to
Assess Patients & General
Clinical
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,
reports and correspondence in a timely fashion.
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.
In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal
duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
Please see attached Job Specification for full details.
About us
Coventry and Rugby GP Alliance is committed to supporting and delivering high quality primary care services to the local population and strengthening and developing general practices.
We are a private company limited by shares, and as such, we are wholly owned by the practices within our Federation, covering a total population of around 450,000.
We continue to provide a range of high quality, accessible and responsive services, whilst always looking forward to find new ways to support general practice and our local population.
Our aim is to strengthen primary care for a stronger NHS. Our work plan continues to evolve to support local and national local policy developments, as well as local practice, Network and partner needs in terms of Supporting, Innovating, Delivering and Educating.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other
Responsibilities within the Organisation
Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice
policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health
and safety.
A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based
best practice.
Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the
organisation.
Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records.
Contributing to the summarising of patient records and Read-Coding
patient data.
Attending training and events organised by the Practice or other
agencies, where appropriate.
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other
Responsibilities within the Organisation
Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice
policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health
and safety.
A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based
best practice.
Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the
organisation.
Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records.
Contributing to the summarising of patient records and Read-Coding
patient data.
Attending training and events organised by the Practice or other
agencies, where appropriate.
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems
- Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours
- Experience of audit and improving care for patients.
Desirable
- Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda
- Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the areas
- Understanding current NHS policies
- Development of areas of clinical expertise
Other Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours if required
- Full license holder with access to transport, as the post will require travelling to practices
- Clear vision of role and commitment to working in Primary Care
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both written and verbally
- Good organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Working on own initiative
- IT skills (including word processing and database work) as relevant to General Practice
- Committed to quality and patient satisfaction
Values and Attitudes
Essential
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times.
- Ability to work under pressure
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree
- Full registration to General Medical Council (GMC)
- Certification of Completion of Training (JCPTGP/PMETB)
- Inclusion on Performer List
- Evidence of a commitment to on-going personal and professional development
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care in an area with significant health problems
- Experience of providing primary care in and out of hours
- Experience of audit and improving care for patients.
Desirable
- Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda
- Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the areas
- Understanding current NHS policies
- Development of areas of clinical expertise
Other Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to work outside of core office hours if required
- Full license holder with access to transport, as the post will require travelling to practices
- Clear vision of role and commitment to working in Primary Care
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both written and verbally
- Good organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Working on own initiative
- IT skills (including word processing and database work) as relevant to General Practice
- Committed to quality and patient satisfaction
Values and Attitudes
Essential
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times.
- Ability to work under pressure
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree
- Full registration to General Medical Council (GMC)
- Certification of Completion of Training (JCPTGP/PMETB)
- Inclusion on Performer List
- Evidence of a commitment to on-going personal and professional development
Desirable
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).
