Job summary
PHL are an established and expanding healthcare organisation responsible for providing a variety of urgent and primary health care services across Hampshire.
An ideal opportunity for a General Practitioner (GP) to be responsible for the provision of safe and effective primary care appointments in line with GP Improved Access hub criteria, with full access to patient medical records. Our team of clinicians will provide appointments of an evening and weekend to local patients referred by their own GP surgery and 111.
The post holder will take a pro-active approach to their own CPD, contribute to continually improving the clinical effectiveness of the clinics and work collaboratively and supportively with all colleagues. You ideally will know how to use EMIS clinical IT system, but training will be provided.
PHL Group aims to assist suitable candidates with their transition into
a career in the thriving and fast-paced private healthcare industry. We are
looking for talented individuals that want to join us on our journey to
becoming the fastest growing, most trusted and healthcare organisation. The
Ministry of Defence has recognised PHL Group with a bronze award for our work
with service leavers and the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.
Main duties of the job
In the planned primary care clinic the patient will undergo clinical assessment and review, examination, appropriate investigations requested eg x-rays, scans, blood tests; and a diagnosis and management plan will be agreed. On occasions onward referrals may be needed to specialities and an expectation of a credible referral should be made.
Hours:
Ringwood Clinic:Monday 18:30 -21:00
and Saturday 08.30 - 12:30
Lymington: Weekday evening from 18:30 - 21:30
About us
Appointments + is for local patients, registered in the West Hampshire area. Avon Valley can also book into Appointments + clinics at the Lymington Urgent Treatment Centre. Additionally, we are working closely with nearby partners offering the same service in Winchester, Botley, Romsey and Totton to ensure that patients can access locations and services which meet their needs.
Patients can continue to pre-book a weekend or evening appointment up to two weeks in advance via their practice and can continue to access physiotherapy, mental health and practice nurse appointments which are also pre-bookable.
The Benefits
As well as a rewarding career, development opportunities and a competitive salary, you will also enjoy a generous holiday allowance and the opportunity to join the company pension scheme.
- Sick Pay
- Long Service Award
- Bike2Work Scheme
- Employees Assistance Programme
- NHS Discounts- Available to employees (plus the opportunity to apply for a blue light card at a cost of £5 for 5 years)
- Family Friendly Policy- Our Family Friendly Policy provides increased Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave Pay for employees and their families.
- Employee Recognition
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of a
team for Primary Care Extended Access Service based in Ringwood.
The post holder will provide clinical
assessment and treatment for the delivery of a safe, efficient and reliable
clinical service. They will work closely
with the Clinical Lead, and Service Manager.
They will form links and develop relationships with secondary care and GP
Service colleagues and those working in the wider healthcare community. The post holder will ensure patients receive optimal care
in the correct setting within the healthcare system. Health policies and standard operating
procedures will be adhered to and, if relevant, refined.
In the planned primary care clinic the
patient will undergo clinical assessment and review, examination, appropriate
investigations requested e.g. x-rays, scans, blood tests; and a diagnosis and
management plan will be agreed. On
occasions onward referrals may be needed to specialities and an expectation of
a credible referral should be made.
The service is staffed by a team of
GPs, Nurses, Paramedics, Healthcare assistants and non clinical workforce.
Service Background
PHL now are working with the local healthcare
community to provide the extended access
Primary Care Service appointments
in line with GP Improved Access hub criteria, with full access to patient
medical records using
EMIS. The purpose is to work collaboratively and support improving patient
outcomes and experience for patients in Primary Care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of a
team for Primary Care Extended Access Service based in Ringwood.
The post holder will provide clinical
assessment and treatment for the delivery of a safe, efficient and reliable
clinical service. They will work closely
with the Clinical Lead, and Service Manager.
They will form links and develop relationships with secondary care and GP
Service colleagues and those working in the wider healthcare community. The post holder will ensure patients receive optimal care
in the correct setting within the healthcare system. Health policies and standard operating
procedures will be adhered to and, if relevant, refined.
In the planned primary care clinic the
patient will undergo clinical assessment and review, examination, appropriate
investigations requested e.g. x-rays, scans, blood tests; and a diagnosis and
management plan will be agreed. On
occasions onward referrals may be needed to specialities and an expectation of
a credible referral should be made.
The service is staffed by a team of
GPs, Nurses, Paramedics, Healthcare assistants and non clinical workforce.
Service Background
PHL now are working with the local healthcare
community to provide the extended access
Primary Care Service appointments
in line with GP Improved Access hub criteria, with full access to patient
medical records using
EMIS. The purpose is to work collaboratively and support improving patient
outcomes and experience for patients in Primary Care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- An experienced doctor with GP accreditation
- Current registration with GMC and NHS performers list (with no conditions preventing working or restrictions on practice)
- Experience of working in primary care and urgent care environment
- Record of on-going CPD and learning
- MRCGP examination or equivalent experience
- Sound knowledge of QOF, LCS, DES, CQUINs and use of appropriate coding
- Will have an understanding of the political agenda and drivers influencing primary care provision.
- Good leadership skills with the ability to influence and negotiate.
- Good organisational and IT skills desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills written, verbal (Particularly listening skills)
- Clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise own workload
- Good clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute Primary care presentations
- Be able to clear an enhanced DBS check
- Must be authorised to work in the EEC
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills written, verbal (Particularly listening skills)
- Clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise own workload
- Good clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute Primary care presentations
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- An experienced doctor with GP accreditation
- Current registration with GMC and NHS performers list (with no conditions preventing working or restrictions on practice)
- Experience of working in primary care and urgent care environment
- Record of on-going CPD and learning
- MRCGP examination or equivalent experience
- Sound knowledge of QOF, LCS, DES, CQUINs and use of appropriate coding
- Will have an understanding of the political agenda and drivers influencing primary care provision.
- Good leadership skills with the ability to influence and negotiate.
- Good organisational and IT skills desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills written, verbal (Particularly listening skills)
- Clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise own workload
- Good clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute Primary care presentations
- Be able to clear an enhanced DBS check
- Must be authorised to work in the EEC
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills written, verbal (Particularly listening skills)
- Clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise own workload
- Good clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis and management of acute Primary care presentations
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).
