JOB TITLE: SALARIED GENERAL PRACTITIONER REPORTS TO: PRACTICE MANAGER/OPERATIONS MANAGER RESPONSIBLE TO: Practice Manager on behalf of: Drs: Whittle, Fairhead, Yousaf & Yousaf Job Summary: To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team. Job 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: a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population b. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance d. Effective management of long-term conditions e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles g. To undertake home visits where appropriate h. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance i. Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload j. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process k. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice l. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF m. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required n. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR o. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process p. Prepare and complete the revalidation process q. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team r. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure s. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times t. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times Secondary Responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to: a. Participate in practice audits as requested b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care c. Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA) Confidentiality: In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. All patients diagnosis and treatments must be held in the STRICTEST CONFIDENCE at all times Health & Safety: The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Reporting potential risks identified. Equality and Diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional Development: The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work. Quality: The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources. Communication: The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. Contribution to the Implementation of Services: The post-holder will: Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work ANY OTHER DELEGATED DUTIES APPROPRIATE TO THE POST.