Salaried GP

Orchard Medical Practice About Us

Limes Medical Centre is a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking practice located within easy reach of the Peak District and the cities of Derby and Nottingham. We have a wide-ranging skill mix, including:

• GP Partners
• Salaried GPs
• Practice Manager
• Practice Nurses
• HCAs
• Full administrative support team

We work closely within our PCN. Our practice has a strong focus on continuous development and improvement at all levels. We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual who shares our commitment to high-quality patient care and innovation. In return we offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development and collaborative working within a progressive PCN.

Job Summary

Salaried GP - 6 sessions per week. Mon, Thurs and Fri.

Main duties of the job

• To deliver high quality medical care for both acute and chronic conditions from our main surgery in Alfreton and our branch surgery in Blackwell.
• To complete home visits as needed. Locally we have the support of a commissioned service (Team Up) to support with home visits.
• On call and On call cover when required.
• Review tests results and action.
• Complete paperwork and admin.
• To work efficiently and collaboratively with the wider team.
• To support both medical students and the GP registrars.
• To continually commit to professional development.
• To be involved in quality improvements.
• Attend regular practice meetings.

Job Description

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:

• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Effective management of long-term conditions
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
• Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
• Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Prepare and complete the revalidation process
• Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
• Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement

Person Specification

Essential

• Full GMC, National Performers List registration, Evidence of appraisal/validation, Eligibility to practice in the UK.

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP - CCT, MRCGP

Experience

Essential

• Working in a primary care environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name Limes Medical Centre
Address Limes Avenue, Alfreton, DE55 7DW