General Practitioner - Narberth Surgery

Responsibilities

• The post holder will: Provide comprehensive general medical services to the practice population.
• Undertake a variety of consultation types including face-to-face, telephone, video and online consultations.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illness.
• Provide health promotion, screening and preventative care.
• Manage patients with complex and long-term conditions in partnership with the wider clinical team.
• Carry out home visits where clinically appropriate.
• Prescribe in accordance with NHS Wales guidance and local formularies.
• Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and community services.
• Provide medical advice and support to the practice team.
• Support the care of patients in local care homes where applicable.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legible clinical records.

Team Working and Communication

• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team including nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals and administrative staff.
• Participate in regular clinical meetings and case discussions.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, colleagues and external agencies.

Quality, Safety and Governance

• Participate in clinical governance and quality improvement activity.
• Contribute to significant event reviews and clinical audits.
• Follow practice policies, protocols and NHS Wales guidance.
• Maintain awareness of safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults.
• Support risk management and patient safety initiatives.
• Participate in complaints review where appropriate.

Teaching and Training

• Contribute to the education of GP registrars, medical students and other learners where appropriate.
• Support the learning and development of the wider practice team.
• Participate in peer review and shared learning.

Professional Development

• Maintain full registration with the GMC and inclusion on the GP Performers List for Wales.
• Maintain appraisal and revalidation requirements.
• Participate in continuing professional development (CPD). Keep up to date with national guidance and best practice.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Process clinical correspondence and results in a timely manner.
• Complete reports and documentation as required.
• Contribute to practice development and service planning.
• Use clinical systems in line with practice policy.

Flexibility

• The post holder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the role in line with service needs.