Job summary
A great opportunity has arisen to join our vibrant rural GP practice.
We work from three purpose-built sites with our sites at Llanfyllin and Four Crosses being our main hubs of care and provide medical services to over 11,000 patients. Our exceptional team, comprising of 8 partners and a highly skilled clinical and non-clinical team, provide high quality general practice services to meet the needs of our patient population.
We are a training practice at all levels from doctors to receptionists and have a large multidisciplinary team with a strong track record of developing services locally for our very supportive patients.
This opportunity provides a chance to work within a close-knit team and join a Practice where patient care is at the forefront of operations. Becoming a General Practitioner here will mean you benefit from a supportive team in an idyllic location and really feel you are holding a patient and being pivotal in establishing a diagnosis and treatment.
1. Strong multidisciplinary team, with supportive Partners and an excellent Management, Clinical and Administration team
2. BMA contract for Salaried GPs
3. Opportunity to develop and explore special interests
4. Protected half day a month for team to have time together over a cuppa and for training and development
5. Mentoring and support for newly qualified GPs
6. Very light home visit workload
7. Vision clinical system- moving to EMIS and AccuRx next April
8. Reduced administration burden
Main duties of the job
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.
About us
We work from three purpose-built sites with our sites at Llanfyllin and Four Crosses being our main hubs of care and provide medical services to over 11,000 patients. Our exceptional team comprising of 8 partners and a highly skilled clinical and non-clinical team provide high quality general practice services to meet the needs of our patient population.
We are a training practice at all levels from doctors to receptionists and have a large multidisciplinary team with a strong track record of developing services locally for our very supportive patients.
Who are we?
There are 8 partners comprising of 6 GPs, a Pharmacist and our Managing Partner as well as 3 Salaried GPs and a regular locum as needed. Most of us work part time and all have special interests. We always work together and there is always someone in the next room to mull over an issue or have a quick chat to help the day go by.
Our pharmacist provides medical expertise, supports our training of dispensary staff, and mentors pharmacy interns.
We have 5 prescribing nurse practitioners who support same day services, 5 practice nurses who all have areas of expertise, and 3 HCAs who are constantly interested in developing their work and knowledge.
The clinical team could not function without the non-clinical team which is led by our amazing Managing Partner who brings a transparent and open approach to all aspects of our large teams activities both day to day and in planning for the future.
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:
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. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy, and guidance.
h. Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
k. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
l. Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training
m. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
n. Prepare and complete the revalidation process
o. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
p. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
q. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
r. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
s. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times
Secondary Responsibilities
a. Participate in practice audits as requested by the GP Partners
b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
c. Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events in line with practice policy
*Please see attached job description for full description of role*
Person Specification
Other
Essential
9. Full GMC Registration
10. National Performers List registration
11. Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
12. Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Desirable
13. *For full criteria please see attached job description*
Qualifications
Essential
14. Qualified GP
15. MRCGP
16. Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
17. General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
Experience
Essential
18. Experience of continued professional development
19. General understanding of the GMS contract
Desirable
20. Experience of working in a primary care environment
21. Experience of medicines management