Are you a newly qualified GP (within the last two years, without a substantive post) looking for an exciting and supportive role to launch your career? Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network (PCN) is seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking GP to join our team on a fixed-term salaried contract until 31 March 2026.
We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated Newly Qualified GP to join our multidisciplinary team under the NHS Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS).
We will provide a regular programme of mentoring and support. Plus, access to all PCN wide clinical education sessions to assist with your ongoing personal development.
There are between 2-6 sessions per week available.
To apply please submit your CV and send a covering letter to sharon.bates2@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
* Provide high-quality, patient-centred care across the PCN.
* Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, pharmacists, mental health practitioners, and social prescribers, to ensure integrated patient care.
* Conduct consultations, assessments, and follow-ups with patients.
* Contribute to the management of chronic disease, health promotion, and disease prevention in line with best practices and PCN goals.
* Participate in clinical audits, training, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care within the PCN.
* Support the development and implementation of new care pathways that align with ARRS objectives.
About us
The Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network (PCN) is a proactive and supportive network of four General Practitioner surgeries: Brannam, Fremington, Litchdon and Queens Medical Centres. Between us we provide care to over 55,500 patients in the Barnstaple area.
We are a forward-thinking and collaborative Primary Care Network (PCN) dedicated to enhancing patient care and supporting healthcare professionals. Our PCN is committed to promoting health and well-being through patient-centred services and integrated care, with a focus on meeting the needs of our diverse community. Join us in delivering high-quality healthcare and making a positive impact on patients' lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
* To provide a comprehensive range of clinical duties at the agreed Surgeries within our Primary Care Network, which may also include working within our Enhanced Access Service.
* 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 the day team 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
* 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
* In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
* Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.
* Collecting data for audit purposes.
* Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practise and entry on the GP Register - Certificate of completion date must be within 2 years and not having held a substantive post before.
* Certificate of Completion of Training in General Practice / Certificate confirming eligibility for General Practice Registration, or equivalent.
* Included on a Medical Performers List or eligible.
* Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Experience
Essential
* Experience of using electronic clinical patient records.
* Experience of medicines management.
* Experience of QOF, Enhanced services and clinical audit.
Other Requirements
Essential
* Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
* Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing compassionate care.
* Experience with SystmOne or similar clinical systems is an advantage.
* Membership of a relevant Medical Defence Union.
Employer details
Employer name
Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network
Address
Barnstaple Alliance PCN wide
Barnstaple
EX32 9LL
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