Job summary
Are you an experienced GP looking for your next challenge where you can make a difference and grow your career? Or are you a newly qualified GP within the first 5 years looking for an opportunity that can provide you with an array of support and training opportunities to kick start your career?
Indigo Gender Service is a collaborative, innovative model of care between gtd healthcare, primary care and the LGBT Foundation for the NHS. We have an exciting opportunity for a Salaried GP to come onboard.
Indigo is a pioneering, localised and patient centred model that provides gender affirming healthcare for trans* and non-binary patients across Greater Manchester. We particularly welcome applicants from people of colour, trans and/or older (50+) as colleagues from these backgrounds are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
Your key role will be to carry out all relevant medical and associated administrative duties in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of trans, non-binary and gender variant people. You will work closely with the Clinical Director and other clinicians to deliver on the core responsibilities of the NHSE service specification.
The successful candidate will be motivated to undertake self-directed learning as well as further RCPtraining via the professional certificates for gender identity professionals, alongside gaining clinical experience of trans healthcare within the Multidisciplinary Team setting of Indigo Gender Service.
Main duties of the job
- Provide high quality and current evidence based medical care to the patients of the Indigo Gender Service.
- Provide clinical services required as part of the Indigo Gender Services contract held with the NHSE specialist commissioners.
- Operate as part of a wider networked clinical team with partner clinicians for peer development, peer support and provision of relevant services.
- Potentially undertake clinics during extended hours in accordance with the access needs of the service population and the contractual obligation of the service. Any evening and weekend commitments will be shared equally and fairly across the GP team.
- Provide support to other clinical professionals within the service, e.g., Advanced Clinical Practitioners, practice nurses and care navigators.
- Actively participate in the development of the service and relationships with existing services to provide a holistic, community focused service that meets the needs of a diverse group of patients.
- Work as an integral member of the clinical and non clinical team, contributing to the efficient and effective running of the service.
- Support and encourage enterprise and innovation within the service by welcoming change and actively listening to new ideas and ways of working.
- Participate in an ongoing personal and professional development programme including annual appraisal, supervision, job planning, re-licensing and revalidation.
For further details, please refer to the job description.
About us
At gtd healthcare we believe we do things differently. Our not-for-profit ethos, with a drive to innovate care offers patients the best experience possible and a unique opportunity to transform services. We put our people at the heart of everything we do. We are a values driven organisation and we are passionate about providing the best possible healthcare for our patients.
Benefits package
- Paid indemnity cover.
- 2 sessions per year for appraisal and pre-appraisal preparation.
- One week study leave per year pro rata.
- Opportunities available for protected medical leadership time.
- Opportunities for portfolio working across primary and urgent care, in or out of hours &further development e.g. GP trainer, fellowship schemes, Minor surgery and other specialist courses.
- Partnership opportunities available with GMS practices.
- Living wage employer.
- Access to Wagestream, which provides flexible and on-demand access to stream your pay , in real-time, when picking-up extra shifts.
- 30 days annual leave, rising to 32 after five years of continuous service.
- Flexible pension benefits including NHS pension scheme.
- Flexible working hours and policies.
- Family friendly and carer policies.
- Opportunities to apply for innovation and quality awards.
- gtd healthcares wellbeing initiatives, which offer a wide range of tools and resources.
- gtd healthcare social and fun activities.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- NHS staff discounts e.g. Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key duties and responsibilities include:
Provision of care & service delivery
- Provide high quality and current evidence based medical care to the patients of the Indigo Gender Service.
- Provide clinical services required as part of the Indigo Gender Services contract held with the NHSE specialist commissioners.
- Undertake all necessary and relevant paperwork associated with the provision of medical services.
- Operate as part of a wider networked clinical team with partner clinicians for peer development, peer support and provision of relevant services.
- Potentially undertake clinics during extended hours in accordance with the access needs of the service population and the contractual obligation of the service. Any evening and weekend commitments will be shared equally and fairly across the GP team.
- Provide support to other clinical professionals within the service, e.g., Advanced Clinical Practitioners, practice nurses and care navigators.
Clinical and service development
- Support the achievement of contractual requirements and targets.
- Actively participate in the development of the service and relationships with existing services to provide a holistic, community focused service that meets the needs of a diverse group of patients.
- Work as an integral member of the clinical and non clinical team, contributing to the efficient and effective running of the service.
- Support and encourage enterprise and innovation within the service by welcoming change and actively listening to new ideas and ways of working.
- Undertake clinical audits as required.
- Participate in individual and service reviews as a part of incident or complaints management process.
- To follow robust systems to provide safe, timely and effective care that meets the patients individual needs.
- Promote a culture of service user empowerment and valuing lived experience in service delivery.
Development and training
- Participate in an ongoing personal and professional development programme including annual appraisal, supervision, job planning, re-licensing and revalidation.
- Ensure that mandatory training is completed within agreed timescales.
- A commitment to undertake the RCP Professional Certificates for Gender Identity Healthcare Professionals (funded by NHSE). https://www.rcplondon.ac.uk/professional-certificates-gender-identityhealthcare-professionals
- Engage with Indigo Gender Services to undertake core competencies and experiential training for primary care clinicians.
- Ensure regular input to meetings and communications with other staff to ensure you are engaged in service change decisions.
- Participate in a culture that facilitates team-working in the design, management and delivery of clinical cervices ensuring both cognisant of active in ensuring holistic models of care.
Corporate responsibilities
- Comply with all corporate and clinical policies and protocols.
- Where appropriate, engage in the management and resolution of complaints and incidents and significant events.
Other duties:
- Any other duties, as agreed with the line manager to meet the needs of the organisation. This may include travel to other sites within the organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key duties and responsibilities include:
Provision of care & service delivery
- Provide high quality and current evidence based medical care to the patients of the Indigo Gender Service.
- Provide clinical services required as part of the Indigo Gender Services contract held with the NHSE specialist commissioners.
- Undertake all necessary and relevant paperwork associated with the provision of medical services.
- Operate as part of a wider networked clinical team with partner clinicians for peer development, peer support and provision of relevant services.
- Potentially undertake clinics during extended hours in accordance with the access needs of the service population and the contractual obligation of the service. Any evening and weekend commitments will be shared equally and fairly across the GP team.
- Provide support to other clinical professionals within the service, e.g., Advanced Clinical Practitioners, practice nurses and care navigators.
Clinical and service development
- Support the achievement of contractual requirements and targets.
- Actively participate in the development of the service and relationships with existing services to provide a holistic, community focused service that meets the needs of a diverse group of patients.
- Work as an integral member of the clinical and non clinical team, contributing to the efficient and effective running of the service.
- Support and encourage enterprise and innovation within the service by welcoming change and actively listening to new ideas and ways of working.
- Undertake clinical audits as required.
- Participate in individual and service reviews as a part of incident or complaints management process.
- To follow robust systems to provide safe, timely and effective care that meets the patients individual needs.
- Promote a culture of service user empowerment and valuing lived experience in service delivery.
Development and training
- Participate in an ongoing personal and professional development programme including annual appraisal, supervision, job planning, re-licensing and revalidation.
- Ensure that mandatory training is completed within agreed timescales.
- A commitment to undertake the RCP Professional Certificates for Gender Identity Healthcare Professionals (funded by NHSE). https://www.rcplondon.ac.uk/professional-certificates-gender-identityhealthcare-professionals
- Engage with Indigo Gender Services to undertake core competencies and experiential training for primary care clinicians.
- Ensure regular input to meetings and communications with other staff to ensure you are engaged in service change decisions.
- Participate in a culture that facilitates team-working in the design, management and delivery of clinical cervices ensuring both cognisant of active in ensuring holistic models of care.
Corporate responsibilities
- Comply with all corporate and clinical policies and protocols.
- Where appropriate, engage in the management and resolution of complaints and incidents and significant events.
Other duties:
- Any other duties, as agreed with the line manager to meet the needs of the organisation. This may include travel to other sites within the organisation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In practice as a General Practitioner/ locum practitioner.
- Commitment to and experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary and skill mixed team environment.
- Experience of treating / supporting trans and non binary people within a primary care setting.
- Experience of working to achieve standards.
- Understanding of the current issues and challenges facing the trans,
- non-binary and gender variant community within primary care.
Desirable
- Experience of supporting service change.
- Experience of team leadership.
Qualifications
Essential
- A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003.
- Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
- Qualified General Practitioner (completed certificate of Completion
- of Training CCT).
- Currently on a performers list and not suspended from that list or from
- the medical register.
- Accredited as a member of the Royal College Of General Practitioners (MRCGP) or have 5 years experience as a GP with a demonstrable commitment to quality practice.
Desirable
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Understand the health and social needs of a local practice patient population.
- Ability to provide a holistic, community focused service that meets the needs of a diverse group of patients.
- Commitment to personal and professional development.
- Commitment to education and training.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Excellent record keeping skills.
- Imaginative approach to problem solving and provision of services.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In practice as a General Practitioner/ locum practitioner.
- Commitment to and experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary and skill mixed team environment.
- Experience of treating / supporting trans and non binary people within a primary care setting.
- Experience of working to achieve standards.
- Understanding of the current issues and challenges facing the trans,
- non-binary and gender variant community within primary care.
Desirable
- Experience of supporting service change.
- Experience of team leadership.
Qualifications
Essential
- A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003.
- Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
- Qualified General Practitioner (completed certificate of Completion
- of Training CCT).
- Currently on a performers list and not suspended from that list or from
- the medical register.
- Accredited as a member of the Royal College Of General Practitioners (MRCGP) or have 5 years experience as a GP with a demonstrable commitment to quality practice.
Desirable
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Understand the health and social needs of a local practice patient population.
- Ability to provide a holistic, community focused service that meets the needs of a diverse group of patients.
- Commitment to personal and professional development.
- Commitment to education and training.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Excellent record keeping skills.
- Imaginative approach to problem solving and provision of services.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
