Job summary
This is an exciting role working
within South Tandridge PCN member Practices which are Oxted Health Centre,
Lingfield Surgery and Pond Tail Surgery. You will be supported by
experienced clinical lead GPs and will be part of a wider team of GPs, nurses
and nurse practitioners and a growing team of allied healthcare professionals.
We
believe that general practice is a fun and supportive NHS environment and we
achieve this through highly developed systems and processes. We are keen to
offer support and encourage personal development of all our staff and offer an
in-house structured education program.
You
will receive mentorship from experienced clinical leads and DHC directors to
personalise your growth and learning.
There will also be the unique opportunity to further develop a
specialist clinical interest with consultant supervision through our wider
portfolio of outpatient and community services.
This role is subject to the ARRS New GP role,
therefore all candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Less than two years post
certification on 1st October 2024.
- GPs
engaged or employed under this scheme must not have held substantive posts
within GP practices previously: there is some discretion on this point, such
that, for example, if a GP has undertaken a short-term maternity locum, this
does not count as a previous substantive post.
Main duties of the job
An
exciting and competitively remunerated permanent salaried GP role has arisen
with the opportunity to be part of the Primary Care family within the
established DHC GP Federation. This role
is flexible in terms of sessions and locations and provides a fantastic
opportunity to consolidate skills as well as potential opportunities for a portfolio
career.
We offer a competitive renumeration package:
- NHS Pension
-
6 weeks annual leave (rising to an
additional 3 days FTE with more than 10 years NHS service), 1 week study leave,
study budget
-
Support and mentorship from Clinical
Lead GP and DHC Clinical Directors
-
Low administrative burden
-
Support to develop a specialist
interest with our well established community outpatients department
About us
DHC
is a GP Federation, dedicated to supporting general practice in Surrey by
providing high quality healthcare. By working together, we develop health
services that help our patients stay well, are efficient and meet the needs of
our local stakeholders. We place people at the centre of everything we do. We
provide a wide range of quality healthcare services including elective care,
Talking Therapies, community healthcare which we integrate and co-ordinate with
primary care.
We
are registered with the CQC (Care Quality Commission) and are an accredited AQP
(Any Qualified Provider). We value our team and provide strong leadership with
great professional development, in a fun and friendly environment.
DHC
is working at the center of the local health system to evolve and deliver
integrated care and that requires strong partnerships with many organisations.
In all of our services, we aim to put the patient at the center of their care,
make sure our services are easy to access by local patients and reduce waiting
times for patients. We are well placed to influence the wider system in making
good choices for our population.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder's duties will include undertaking all normal GP duties and will be offered the opportunity to lead on an area of interest within the practice. This will be part of the wide range of health needs in a primary care setting that will ensure the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.
The post-holder will undertake a fixed number of clinical sessions for the Practice in accordance with the needs of the practice population and the contractual obligations of the practice. The Practice has a focus on minimising administrative burden and automate processes, allowing GPs to concentrate on delivering good clinical care.
You will receive mentorship from experienced clinical leads and the federation directors and have the opportunity to pursue specialist interests as part of our wider portfolio of services.
Please refer to the attached job description for further details about the job role and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder's duties will include undertaking all normal GP duties and will be offered the opportunity to lead on an area of interest within the practice. This will be part of the wide range of health needs in a primary care setting that will ensure the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.
The post-holder will undertake a fixed number of clinical sessions for the Practice in accordance with the needs of the practice population and the contractual obligations of the practice. The Practice has a focus on minimising administrative burden and automate processes, allowing GPs to concentrate on delivering good clinical care.
You will receive mentorship from experienced clinical leads and the federation directors and have the opportunity to pursue specialist interests as part of our wider portfolio of services.
Please refer to the attached job description for further details about the job role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Other factors
Essential
- Willing and able to attend meetings and training events.
Desirable
- Car driver with current, clean driving licence.
Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- Enthusiastic and ''can do'' attitude, willing to participate in developing the services at Pond Tail. Calm under pressure. Able to maintain confidentiality at all times. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have PC skills will be able to use basic Word, Excel and e-mail.
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified general medical practitioner whose name is included on the General Practitioner Register (Article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Article 2003). Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983. Evidence of CPD activities.
Desirable
- Further postgraduate educational activities in relevant fields. Evidence of keeping previous mandatory training up to date.
Experience
Essential
- Recent proven previous experience of working within general practice in the UK or equivalent healthcare setting.
Desirable
- Experience of using specific NHS patient databases or a willingness to learn. Commitment to and experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary and skills mixed team environment.
Person Specification
Other factors
Essential
- Willing and able to attend meetings and training events.
Desirable
- Car driver with current, clean driving licence.
Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- Enthusiastic and ''can do'' attitude, willing to participate in developing the services at Pond Tail. Calm under pressure. Able to maintain confidentiality at all times. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have PC skills will be able to use basic Word, Excel and e-mail.
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified general medical practitioner whose name is included on the General Practitioner Register (Article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Article 2003). Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983. Evidence of CPD activities.
Desirable
- Further postgraduate educational activities in relevant fields. Evidence of keeping previous mandatory training up to date.
Experience
Essential
- Recent proven previous experience of working within general practice in the UK or equivalent healthcare setting.
Desirable
- Experience of using specific NHS patient databases or a willingness to learn. Commitment to and experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary and skills mixed team environment.
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).
