Job summary
The Ridgeway Surgery are looking to recruit a part-time General Practitioner to join our growing dynamic clinical team. The post is for 6 sessions per week (this may increase to 7 sessions in 12 month's time).
The post-holder will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with acute and long term conditions. You will also provide expert professional advice to patients, carers and colleagues and ensure the maintenance of clinical excellence.
We would welcome informal enquires to discuss the role and responsibilities further - please contact Practice Manager who will be happy to arrange a meeting with existing staff.
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
At The Ridgeway Surgery we pride ourselves on offering an excellent service to our patients, as evidenced annual in our national GP survey results (https://gp-patient.co.uk/report?w=1&practicecode=M87007#)
Our continually growing list size currently stands at just over 11500 patients and our diverse clinical team comprises 6 GPs, an ANP, a Specialist Nurse Practitioner, a Nurse Practitioner and a team of 4 part-time Practice nurses plus an Assistant Practitioner who are all supported by a full administrative team.
We are a training practice, taking both doctor and nurse trainees and we are also a research active practice.
Offering a friendly and supportive environment, we are proud to stay that our staff turnover remains very low.
We are also lead practice for our PCN with one of our Partners being the PCN Clinical Director.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role is commensurate with a salaried GP role and responsibilities.
There will be a requirement to provide on-call duties once a week as well as late working on a Monday evening until 8.00pm. In addition:
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.
Maintain
accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and
guidance
g.
Work
collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
h. Have own allocated list
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.
Accept
delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
l.
Attend
and contribute effectively to practice meetings if required
m.
Contribute
effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical
governance and training
n.
Ensure
compliance with the appraisal process
o.
Prepare
and complete the revalidation process
p.
Commit
to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development
across the practice team
q.
Support
the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
r.
Support
the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making
recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
s.
Review
and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
t.
Encourage
collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a
culture of continuous improvement
u. Supervision for trainees/ARRS staff as required
v.Undertake all duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care. (These duties will include reports/cremation forms. The fees for this work would be retained within the practice budget).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS / MRCGP or equivalent medical degree
- Full registration with GMC (unrestricted)
- Inclusion on Performers List
- Evidence of a commitment to on-going personal & professional development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a general practice
- Experience of continued professional development
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part if a multi-disciplinary team;
- Ability to work with limited supervision;
- Time management skills- ideally a proven ability to handle a primary care case load;
Desirable
- Minimum of two years working in general practice
- Experience with EMIS Web software
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
The Ridgeway Surgery
Address
175 The Ridgeway
Sedgley
Dudley
West Midlands
DY3 3UH