Job summary
Modality Partnership Mid Sussex Division have a vacancy for a salaried GP with an interest in lifestyle medicine
to assist us in the delivery and expansion of our already established and
successful dietary Diabetes Reversal Programme. Practical experience in
lifestyle medicine is not an absolute requirement as you will be mentored, who would be also supported by Modality Partners who are subject matter experts in therapeutic
carbohydrate restriction with an international profile having spoken at various
lifestyle conferences; their interview on Diet Doctor can be seen here: https://www.dietdoctor.com/bringing-low-carb-people
We are seeking dedicated postholders
to join our team who can display our CARE values: Commitment, Accountability,
Respect and Excellence.
This job is suitable for individuals who are compassionate, patient
focused and have a real passion for working in a GP super-partnership,
implementing solutions, delivering key organisational priorities and who are
committed to make real changes to the health care services provided within
Primary Care to improve patient care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work
4-6 sessions of core primary care clinical work and 1-2 sessions of lifestyle
medicine/organisation development work. The role is a patient centred one
although there is an opportunity to work remotely for some sessions. We are planning Diabetes Reviews being
delivered via virtual and face to face group consultations. We will provide you
with the supervision necessary to safely lead group consultations. You will be
trained in facilitating a holistic approach to patient health and well-being,
emphasising the importance of movement, sleep, stress management, diet and
exercise. For those of you who are eligible we will support your application
for a post-CCT Fellowship programme.
About us
We are one of the largest GP super-partnerships in the UK, serving over
450,000 patients and with a workforce of 1500+.
We are unique, we are always looking at ways to improve our delivery of
services through the implementation of new and innovative solutions that we can
scale across the organisation.
We are flexible and welcome salaried GP and Salaried GP with special
interest applications. All employees are welcome to enrol in our employee
benefits scheme and NHS pension scheme. We are committed to developing our
people through education and career pathways aligned to our organisational
values of CARE.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will love this job if you have a passion for providing excellent
patient care, prefer not to automatically reach for the prescription pad, enjoy
thinking outside the box, are innovative and are driven to find and implement creative
solutions to improve the way we deliver care in General Practice. You will be
part of a national partnership where there is resilience from a large team of
GP Partners who provide support where it is needed. We strongly encourage GP
specialties and have opportunities for teaching and training.
You may not enjoy this job if you are seeking a role that focuses purely on
following guidelines rigidly and over-medicating patients.
If you feel this is the ideal career advancing opportunity for you and
you want to rise to the challenge of this opportunity, we welcome an
application for you to join our growing team of likeminded people.
The Modality Partnership reserves the
right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will love this job if you have a passion for providing excellent
patient care, prefer not to automatically reach for the prescription pad, enjoy
thinking outside the box, are innovative and are driven to find and implement creative
solutions to improve the way we deliver care in General Practice. You will be
part of a national partnership where there is resilience from a large team of
GP Partners who provide support where it is needed. We strongly encourage GP
specialties and have opportunities for teaching and training.
You may not enjoy this job if you are seeking a role that focuses purely on
following guidelines rigidly and over-medicating patients.
If you feel this is the ideal career advancing opportunity for you and
you want to rise to the challenge of this opportunity, we welcome an
application for you to join our growing team of likeminded people.
The Modality Partnership reserves the
right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - Eligible to practice independently as a GP in the UK
- - Full GMC Registration to practice as a GP
- - Entry on the Medical Performers List
- - MRCGP (Desirable)
- - Bachelor of Medicine or Bachelor of Surgery
- - Interest/qualification in medical education/GP training
Knowledge
Essential
- - Good understanding of the transforming landscape of primary care, new roles and the value of multi-professional teams
- - General understanding of the GMS contract
- - A good understanding of QOF
- - An understanding of GP commissioning
- - A good understanding of Patient Choice
Skills
Essential
- - IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc) able to competently use all basic IT software.
- - IT skills (Use of Clinical Systems) experienced in use of a primary care clinical software system, preferably SystmOne and other remote consultation technology.
- - IT skills (systems and software) able to independently problem solve to enable effective remote working and minimise disruption to working day.
- - Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Time Management
Personal Qualities and Attitude
Essential
- - Pleasant and supportive personality
- - Ability to perform well under pressure
- - Smart appearance
- - Resourceful
- - Flexible & Adaptable approach to work including being available
- to provide cover as required
Experience
Essential
- - Working with a GP clinical system (eg System One, EMIS etc)
- - Minimum 3 years experience of working as a GP Partner or Salaried
- GP in the UK
- - Clinical audit
- - Working in a team
- - Working in a training practice and supporting trainees
- - Experience of medical education or mentorship (desirable)
- - Experience of undertaking medical research in primary care or
- interest in developing skills in this area (desirable)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - Eligible to practice independently as a GP in the UK
- - Full GMC Registration to practice as a GP
- - Entry on the Medical Performers List
- - MRCGP (Desirable)
- - Bachelor of Medicine or Bachelor of Surgery
- - Interest/qualification in medical education/GP training
Knowledge
Essential
- - Good understanding of the transforming landscape of primary care, new roles and the value of multi-professional teams
- - General understanding of the GMS contract
- - A good understanding of QOF
- - An understanding of GP commissioning
- - A good understanding of Patient Choice
Skills
Essential
- - IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc) able to competently use all basic IT software.
- - IT skills (Use of Clinical Systems) experienced in use of a primary care clinical software system, preferably SystmOne and other remote consultation technology.
- - IT skills (systems and software) able to independently problem solve to enable effective remote working and minimise disruption to working day.
- - Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Time Management
Personal Qualities and Attitude
Essential
- - Pleasant and supportive personality
- - Ability to perform well under pressure
- - Smart appearance
- - Resourceful
- - Flexible & Adaptable approach to work including being available
- to provide cover as required
Experience
Essential
- - Working with a GP clinical system (eg System One, EMIS etc)
- - Minimum 3 years experience of working as a GP Partner or Salaried
- GP in the UK
- - Clinical audit
- - Working in a team
- - Working in a training practice and supporting trainees
- - Experience of medical education or mentorship (desirable)
- - Experience of undertaking medical research in primary care or
- interest in developing skills in this area (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).
