Salaried GP- 6/8 Sessions

Job DescriptionJob TitleGeneral Practitioner (GP) Reports toGP Partners Accountable toPractice Manager and GP Partners Job PurposeThe post-holder will provide comprehensive, high-quality medical care to the practice population, managing a wide range of health needs within a primary care setting. Working as an autonomous practitioner and as part of the multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will assess, diagnose and treat patients in accordance with General Medical Council (GMC) standards, Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) guidance and local and national NHS policies. The post-holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred services while supporting the practice's commitment to continuous quality improvement and clinical excellence. Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Duties • Provide face-to-face, telephone and online consultations for registered and temporary patients. • Assess, investigate, diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions. • Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate. • Develop and implement evidence-based management plans in partnership with patients. • Prescribe safely, effectively and cost-efficiently in line with local and national prescribing guidance. • Review pathology results, hospital correspondence and clinical documents in a timely manner. • Process repeat prescription requests and medication queries. • Refer patients appropriately to secondary care, community services and allied health professionals. • Promote health education, screening, prevention and self-management. • Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records. • Participate in duty doctor sessions, on-call arrangements and extended access sessions as required. Clinical Governance • Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement projects and significant event reviews. • Contribute to achieving Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other contractual requirements. • Support the development and implementation of clinical policies and protocols. • Maintain awareness of current clinical guidance and best practice. Team Working • Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, physician associates, healthcare assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team. • Provide advice and support to colleagues where appropriate. • Foster effective communication to ensure continuity and quality of patient care. Professional Responsibilities • Maintain full GMC registration and a licence to practise. • Remain on the NHS England Performers List. • Participate in annual appraisal, revalidation and continuing professional development (CPD). • Maintain professional competence and comply with all statutory and mandatory training requirements. Information Governance • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding patients, staff and practice information. • Comply with GDPR, Data Protection legislation, Caldicott Principles and practice policies. • Ensure the safe handling and accurate recording of patient information. Health, Safety and Infection Prevention • Comply with the Practice Health and Safety Policy. • Follow infection prevention and control procedures. • Report incidents, hazards and near misses in accordance with practice procedures. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion • Treat all patients, carers and colleagues with dignity, fairness and respect. • Promote equality of opportunity and work in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. • Deliver care that is inclusive, compassionate and responsive to individual needs. Training and Development • Participate in mandatory and role-specific training. • Contribute to teaching and mentoring of students, trainees and colleagues where appropriate. • Support the continuous development of the multidisciplinary team. General • Work within all Practice policies, procedures and clinical governance frameworks. • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post, following discussion with the Partners. Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise. • Inclusion on the NHS England Performers List. • MRCGP (or equivalent recognised qualification). Desirable • Additional postgraduate qualifications or specialist interests. ExperienceEssential • Experience of working as a General Practitioner. • Experience managing a broad range of acute and chronic conditions. • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Desirable • Previous experience in UK General Practice. • Experience using EMIS Web. • Experience in quality improvement, audit or teaching. Knowledge and SkillsEssential • Excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. • Sound knowledge of evidence-based practice. • Strong communication and consultation skills. • Good organisational and time management skills. • IT literacy and experience using electronic patient record systems. Personal AttributesEssential • Compassionate and patient-focused. • Professional, reliable and approachable. • Excellent team-working skills. • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload. • Commitment to quality improvement and continuous learning. • High standards of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism. Job description Job responsibilities Job DescriptionJob TitleGeneral Practitioner (GP) Reports toGP Partners Accountable toPractice Manager and GP Partners Job PurposeThe post-holder will provide comprehensive, high-quality medical care to the practice population, managing a wide range of health needs within a primary care setting. Working as an autonomous practitioner and as part of the multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will assess, diagnose and treat patients in accordance with General Medical Council (GMC) standards, Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) guidance and local and national NHS policies. The post-holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred services while supporting the practice's commitment to continuous quality improvement and clinical excellence. Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Duties • Provide face-to-face, telephone and online consultations for registered and temporary patients. • Assess, investigate, diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions. • Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate. • Develop and implement evidence-based management plans in partnership with patients. • Prescribe safely, effectively and cost-efficiently in line with local and national prescribing guidance. • Review pathology results, hospital correspondence and clinical documents in a timely manner. • Process repeat prescription requests and medication queries. • Refer patients appropriately to secondary care, community services and allied health professionals. • Promote health education, screening, prevention and self-management. • Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records. • Participate in duty doctor sessions, on-call arrangements and extended access sessions as required. Clinical Governance • Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement projects and significant event reviews. • Contribute to achieving Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other contractual requirements. • Support the development and implementation of clinical policies and protocols. • Maintain awareness of current clinical guidance and best practice. Team Working • Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, physician associates, healthcare assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team. • Provide advice and support to colleagues where appropriate. • Foster effective communication to ensure continuity and quality of patient care. Professional Responsibilities • Maintain full GMC registration and a licence to practise. • Remain on the NHS England Performers List. • Participate in annual appraisal, revalidation and continuing professional development (CPD). • Maintain professional competence and comply with all statutory and mandatory training requirements. Information Governance • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding patients, staff and practice information. • Comply with GDPR, Data Protection legislation, Caldicott Principles and practice policies. • Ensure the safe handling and accurate recording of patient information. Health, Safety and Infection Prevention • Comply with the Practice Health and Safety Policy. • Follow infection prevention and control procedures. • Report incidents, hazards and near misses in accordance with practice procedures. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion • Treat all patients, carers and colleagues with dignity, fairness and respect. • Promote equality of opportunity and work in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. • Deliver care that is inclusive, compassionate and responsive to individual needs. Training and Development • Participate in mandatory and role-specific training. • Contribute to teaching and mentoring of students, trainees and colleagues where appropriate. • Support the continuous development of the multidisciplinary team. General • Work within all Practice policies, procedures and clinical governance frameworks. • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post, following discussion with the Partners. Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise. • Inclusion on the NHS England Performers List. • MRCGP (or equivalent recognised qualification). Desirable • Additional postgraduate qualifications or specialist interests. ExperienceEssential • Experience of working as a General Practitioner. • Experience managing a broad range of acute and chronic conditions. • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Desirable • Previous experience in UK General Practice. • Experience using EMIS Web. • Experience in quality improvement, audit or teaching. Knowledge and SkillsEssential • Excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. • Sound knowledge of evidence-based practice. • Strong communication and consultation skills. • Good organisational and time management skills. • IT literacy and experience using electronic patient record systems. Personal AttributesEssential • Compassionate and patient-focused. • Professional, reliable and approachable. • Excellent team-working skills. • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload. • Commitment to quality improvement and continuous learning. • High standards of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.