We are seeking a newly qualified GP (within the last two years, without a substantive post) to join our team on a fixed-term salaried contract for 2 years. The role is for 6 sessions per week and is funded via the NHS Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) through Coventry North PCN.
Main duties of the job
* To undertake duties governed by the contract and Direct and Local Enhanced Services including:
* Face to face and telephone consultations.
* Patient Home visits and Nursing Home visits.
* Checking and signing repeat prescriptions.
* Administration - dealing with queries, patient test results, referral letters NHS or private, task, emails and other paperwork and correspondence in a timely manner.
* Cover all the clinical management of the patients in surgery as appropriate including initiating investigations, reviewing results, making referrals to secondary care or to other providers as appropriate.
* Develop care and treatment plans in consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols as well as wider guidance such as that from NICE.
About us
We are an exciting training Practice committed to the delivery of high quality patient care through utilising a diverse range of skills appropriate to the needs of the practice population. We offer a nurturing environment to support the learning and development of all of our staff. The practice offers staff the opportunity to experience a wide range of clinical management techniques and presentations. With the support of senior clinicians, we utilise best practice and innovative technologies to enhance the outcomes for our patients.
You would be joining a great team where your commitment will be valued, your skills respected and your ambition rewarded.
Job responsibilities
* To undertake surgery consultations, home visits where necessary, and telephone queries from patients and health care professionals.
* Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
* To undertake on-call duties as part of the Surgery on-call rota, where agreed. This may include requesting that patients present at the surgery, telephone consultations, home visits and triage.
* Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects, and interactions.
* Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
* Assess, identify, and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with national and local guidelines.
* Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
* Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
* Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.
Other Responsibilities:
* Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Surgery policies and guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety.
* To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post holders grade as agreed.
* To attend and contribute to regular administration and clinical meetings whether formal or informal. This may involve adjustments to workload to allow attendance.
* To keep up to date with current and forthcoming National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance and their impact on primary care services.
* To contribute to the clinical governance agenda of the Surgery and to fully participate in the reporting of incidents as per Practice policy A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice.
* Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.
* Contributing to the summarising of patient records and Read-Coding patient data, contributing to the maximum Surgery performance under QOF.
* Attending training and events organised by the Surgery or other agencies, where appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
* Full registration with GMC.
* Certification of Completion of Training (JCPTGP/PMETB).
* Inclusion on Performers List.
* Evidence of a commitment to on-going personal and professional development.
Experience
Essential
* Understanding of General Practice Services.
* Understanding of Primary Care Networks and how they work.
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbally.
* Excellent organisational skills.
* Excellent record keeping.
* Time management skills.
* Able to work calmly under pressure.
* Ability to work on own initiative.
* IT skills (including word processing and database work).
* Committed to quality and patient satisfaction.
* Committed to equal opportunities.
* Team worker.
* Flexibility and adaptability.
Desirable
* Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda.
* Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the area including health inequalities.
* Understanding current NHS policies.
* Ability to bring fresh ideas.
Other
Essential
* Committed to working as part of a primary care team.
Employer details
Employer name
Coventry North Primary Care Network
Address
Gables Medicentre
268 Holbrook Lane
Coventry
CV6 4DD
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