GP Practice in Wales

General Practitioner - Llanfyllin Group Practice

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Job summary

A great opportunity has arisen to join our vibrant rural GP practice as we sadly say goodbye shortly to one of our GP Partners who is retiring. Working from 3 sites, Four Crosses and Llanfyllin being the main hubs of care- we provide a high level of patient care and have a strong track record of developing services locally for our very supportive patients. We are a training practice at all levels from Doctors to receptionists and have a large multidisciplinary team. Allowing people to develop their ideas and build on clinical strengths is a priority for us as well as having someone who respects the vital part that every member of the primary care team brings to effective patient care.

Frequent and varied social events in our stunning rural area which is easily accessible to towns and cities as well as an ethos of mutual support in difficult times add to all of our ability to cope with the day to day stresses that is the NHS today. We are happy to have a chat , show you around, introduce you to the team if you think we may be what you are looking for.

Main duties of the job

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, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team

About us

Working from 3 purpose built and well equipped sites with Four Crosses and Llanfyllin being the main hubs of care, we provide a high level of patient care and have a strong track record of developing services locally for our very supportive patients.

We are a training practice at all levels from Doctors to receptionists and have a large multidisciplinary team. Allowing people to develop their ideas and build on clinical strengths is a priority for us as well as having someone who respects the vital part that every member of the primary care team brings to effective patient care.

There are 7 GP partners, 3 salaried GPs and a regular locum as needed. Most of us work part time and all have special interests. We always work together and there is always someone in the next room to mull over an issue, have a quick chat to help the day go by. We get on well and generally pass ideas between us and thrash out clinical and non clinical problems in a non judgemental manner where everyones opinion counts.

Our prescribing Pharmacist provides medical expertise and supports our training and clinical workload and alongside we have 5 Nurse Practitioners, 5 Practice Nurses and 3 HCA's.

A strong management team who make everyone's life easier and a wider MDT of District Nurses on site and proactive working with our community therapies, palliative team, social services and voluntary sector ensure our patients are proactively managed and supported in our community.

Date posted

12 November 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Salary Available on Application - 4 to 8 sessions a week

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

M0044-23-0266

Job locations

Llanfyllin Group Practice

High Street

Llanfyllin

Powys

SY22 5DG

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

d. Effective management of long-term conditions

e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

g. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy, and guidance.

h. Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

k. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

l. Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

m. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

n. Prepare and complete the revalidation process

o. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

p. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

q. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

r. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

s. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audits as requested by the GP Partners

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

c.Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events in line with practice policy