General Practitioner Job Description
We are seeking a General Practitioner to join our team in providing essential out-of-hours healthcare services.
This is an exciting opportunity for a fully experienced GP to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, delivering urgent care to those in need.
Responsibilities:
* Provide high-quality medical care in an out-of-hours setting, including telephone triage, diagnosis, treatment, and referral for patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions.
* Conduct consultations within the Primary Care Centre and complete home visits as required.
* Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including Emergency Care Practitioners, A&E teams, District Nurses, Palliative Care/ Macmillan Nurses, and other support services.
* Ensure all patient consultations and treatments are accurately documented, with clear communication provided to patients and colleagues.
* Promote joint working across primary, secondary, and emergency care services.
* Contribute to the development of best practices and support the audit of service delivery.
* Take an active role in personal and professional development, with opportunities for training and annual appraisals.
* Work flexibly across the Hull and East Riding area to meet service needs, including providing support to other Primary Care Centres as required.
* Lead shifts as needed and offer support to less experienced staff.
Requirements:
* Full GMC registration.
* Professional Medical qualification.
* Certificate of Prescribed or Equivalent Experience (JCTGP) or Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
* Strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
* Previous experience in urgent care, out-of-hours services, or similar settings is highly desirable.
* The ability to work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
What We Offer:
* A supportive, patient-centred work environment.
* Bank Shifts to support their OOH Service
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* The chance to make a real impact on the lives of patients in the Hull and East Riding area.