Job summary Part time Salaried GP (4 sessions per week), Knightwick Surgery, Worcestershire Start date: January 2025 but willing to wait for the right candidate Come and join our small, friendly, patient centred and dynamic practice in rural Worcestershire. We are a dispensing practice with a registered list size of just over 5000 patients situated on the banks of the beautiful River Teme near Bromyard and pleasantly close to Worcester city centre. The practice has an excellent and engaged working relationship within the Droitwich, Ombersley and Rurals PCN. Main duties of the job In accordance with the practice timetable, the postholder will make him/herself available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations and emergencies, telephone consultations and queries, triaging, visiting patients at home, checking/signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, patient test results, patient medical reports and examinations on behalf of the Practice, referral letters NHS/private/e-referral, paperwork and correspondence in a timely manner Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation Recording clear and contemporaneous IT based patient consultation notes to agreed standards Collecting data for audit purposes Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible) including EPS Prescribing in accordance with locally agreed or nationally agreed guidelines (in the absence of locally agreed ones) In general the postholder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care including a share of duty doctor session From time to time there may be extra duties/responsibilities that may be required of the post-holder. These will be agreed with the Lead Partner, but there will be an expectation that new duties/responsibilities will be part of the role About us GPs at Knightwick Surgery benefit from: Thriving traditional country general practice, highly regarded and appreciated by our delightful patients Friendly, supportive and inclusive team Competitive salary Learning and development encouraged and supported Well equipped practice with in-house diagnostics including FeNO, 24hr BPs & ECGs, Kardia Monitor, Mesi Doppler, Dermatoscope and specialist paediatric pulse oximeter Excellent and committed reception, administration and dispensing team. Embodied systems of care navigation and GP document processing and handling. Highly skilled nurses & HCAs, Clinical Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Mental Health Worker, FCP physiotherapist, Cancer Care Co-ordinator and Social Prescriber. Continuity and patient focussed care are within our core values as well as a strong sense of work life balance in a practice where doctor and patient satisfaction means everything. Informal visits and enquiries are encouraged and welcomed. For more information please contact: Deb Arnold, Practice Manager, Dr Liz Hinton, Dr Kirsty Ward, Dr Nick Moore, GP Partners deb.arnoldnhs.net (01886 821279) Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A0984-24-0000 Job locations Bromyard Road Knightwick Worcester WR6 5PH 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. To support the GP Partners to manage a busy and interesting clinical caseload. The appointee will also have the opportunity to take part in leading on key disease areas (monitoring trends in treatment, staff training and prescribing) and assist in developing appropriate healthcare services for a diverse, patient list. This is a GMS Practice. In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations and emergencies, telephone consultations and queries, triaging, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, patient test results, patient medical reports and examinations (e.g. Insurance Companies) on behalf of the Practice, referral letters NHS/private/e-referral, paperwork and correspondence in a timely manner; Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation; Recording clear and contemporaneous I.T. based patient consultation notes to agreed standards ; Collecting data for audit purposes; Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible) including EPS; Prescribing in accordance with locally agreed or nationally agreed guidelines (in the absence of locally agreed ones). In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care including a share of duty doctor session. From time to time there may be extra duties/responsibilities that may be required of the post-holder. These will be agreed with the Lead Partner, but there will be an expectation that new duties/responsibilities will be part of the role. In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Salaried GP may be requested to: Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, paper light; data protection, health and safety, annual QOF Assessment of the Practice. A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice (including annual appraisals and revalidation); Maintaining a personal professional portfolio; Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation; Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records; Attending training, Practice Meetings and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate. Meet all tight timescales/deadlines for audits and written returns to ensure that the Practice meets quality standards and receives the designated funding (e.g. Quarterly Enhanced Services returns, annual QOF audit etc.) Representing the practice at other meetings (such as Local Medical Committee; Locality meetings, Clinical Commissioning, Clinical meetings, GP Federation, etc) as the need arises. A commitment to cover annual leave within the practice for each other (Partners and Salaried GPs). A commitment to cover responsibilities of Practice when others are on leave and an expectation to work some days single-handedly. Flexibility to cover additional sessions/swap sessions during times of sickness and annual leave as agreed with the Partners. The Practice is also signed up to deliver extended access appointments outside of core working hours which may require cover on occasion.Responsibility for completing Private Medical Reports / request for patient Information. This will be renumerated. Responsibility for completing Private Medical Reports / request for patient Information. This will be renumerated. To be professional at all times and maintain a formal dress code. 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. To support the GP Partners to manage a busy and interesting clinical caseload. The appointee will also have the opportunity to take part in leading on key disease areas (monitoring trends in treatment, staff training and prescribing) and assist in developing appropriate healthcare services for a diverse, patient list. This is a GMS Practice. In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations and emergencies, telephone consultations and queries, triaging, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, patient test results, patient medical reports and examinations (e.g. Insurance Companies) on behalf of the Practice, referral letters NHS/private/e-referral, paperwork and correspondence in a timely manner; Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation; Recording clear and contemporaneous I.T. based patient consultation notes to agreed standards ; Collecting data for audit purposes; Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible) including EPS; Prescribing in accordance with locally agreed or nationally agreed guidelines (in the absence of locally agreed ones). In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care including a share of duty doctor session. From time to time there may be extra duties/responsibilities that may be required of the post-holder. These will be agreed with the Lead Partner, but there will be an expectation that new duties/responsibilities will be part of the role. In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Salaried GP may be requested to: Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, paper light; data protection, health and safety, annual QOF Assessment of the Practice. A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice (including annual appraisals and revalidation); Maintaining a personal professional portfolio; Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation; Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records; Attending training, Practice Meetings and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate. Meet all tight timescales/deadlines for audits and written returns to ensure that the Practice meets quality standards and receives the designated funding (e.g. Quarterly Enhanced Services returns, annual QOF audit etc.) Representing the practice at other meetings (such as Local Medical Committee; Locality meetings, Clinical Commissioning, Clinical meetings, GP Federation, etc) as the need arises. A commitment to cover annual leave within the practice for each other (Partners and Salaried GPs). A commitment to cover responsibilities of Practice when others are on leave and an expectation to work some days single-handedly. Flexibility to cover additional sessions/swap sessions during times of sickness and annual leave as agreed with the Partners. The Practice is also signed up to deliver extended access appointments outside of core working hours which may require cover on occasion.Responsibility for completing Private Medical Reports / request for patient Information. This will be renumerated. Responsibility for completing Private Medical Reports / request for patient Information. This will be renumerated. To be professional at all times and maintain a formal dress code. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current full GMC Registration Inclusion in the GMC GP Register Evidence of CPD & further education/training professional updating Evidence of post-registration training Commitment to developing professional practice and skills Desirable Membership of Royal College of General Practitioners Experience Essential One years experience in UK general practice Working within a multidisciplinary team Desirable Experiencing of undertaking audit in general practice Use of EMIS Web electronic clinical system Skills, Knowledge & Competencies Essential Excellent patient manner and interpersonal skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good computer skills and the ability to adapt to GP clinical systems Aware of the importance of continuing professional development Awareness of current primary care initiatives Experience of health promotion Experience of undertaking clinical audit and implementing change Experience of working within a primary health care team Desirable Experience of leading and developing health care services at a local level Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current full GMC Registration Inclusion in the GMC GP Register Evidence of CPD & further education/training professional updating Evidence of post-registration training Commitment to developing professional practice and skills Desirable Membership of Royal College of General Practitioners Experience Essential One years experience in UK general practice Working within a multidisciplinary team Desirable Experiencing of undertaking audit in general practice Use of EMIS Web electronic clinical system Skills, Knowledge & Competencies Essential Excellent patient manner and interpersonal skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Good computer skills and the ability to adapt to GP clinical systems Aware of the importance of continuing professional development Awareness of current primary care initiatives Experience of health promotion Experience of undertaking clinical audit and implementing change Experience of working within a primary health care team Desirable Experience of leading and developing health care services at a local level 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). Employer details Employer name Knightwick Surgery Address Bromyard Road Knightwick Worcester WR6 5PH Employer's website https://www.knightwicksurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)