Job summary
For this newly established role, we are seeking a GP who is looking to diversify and specialise in eating disorders on a part-time basis.
The postholder's main responsibilities will be related to the comprehensive monitoring and management of the physical health of adult patients with an eating disorder. A keen interest in eating disorders and in developing the necessary specialist expertise is essential for all applicants. Specialist training will be provided to the successful candidate, who will enjoy excellent ongoing support and supervision from our specialist team.
The successful candidate will work alongside the service's Psychiatrist and Nurse Consultant.
Main duties of the job
The specialist adult eating disorder service in Buckinghamshire provides a stepped care, integrated multidisciplinary evidence-based treatment approach. The Service has also recently launched the FREED initiative and we are working toward introduction of the PEACE pathway, which is already well embedded in our CAMHS ED Service.
Applicants for the above vacancies must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
Informal enquiries and arrangements to visit the Trust are welcomed by Dr Keelyjo Hindhaugh, Associate Medical Director, Bucks (AWA) (Tel: 07770646506) and Dr Tina Malhotra, Clinical Director, Buckinghamshire Directorate (Tel: 01865 901337).
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Medical Assessment and Monitoring
To provide an assessment of physical health risk as part of the multi-disciplinary assessment team. This will include arranging and interpreting appropriate physical investigations.
To contribute to multidisciplinary assessments, care planning, clinical reports, and referral to other appropriate agencies/services.
To provide assessment feedback to patients and appropriate professionals.
To provide health education advice for clients following the medical assessment/review.
To provide ongoing monitoring of physical health disorder symptoms during the patients time in treatment
To provide end-of-treatment assessment reports to patient and relevant professionals
Medical Treatment
To provide medical treatment recommendations for patients with physical health comorbidities. The patients own GP will be responsible for prescribing.
To refer to appropriate agencies for further medical assessment\treatments as necessary.
To contribute to the development of innovative medical services, therapies and treatment protocols for patients with an eating disorder in conjunction with other professionals.
To undertake risk assessment and risk management for individual clients in collaboration with the MDT.
To provide specialist consultation, training, supervision and guidance for staff groups and individuals as appropriate.
To be sensitive to confidentiality and ethical issues as outlined in policies and procedures distributed by the Trust and professional body.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- Fully registered with the GMC with a license to practice at the time of appointment.
Desirable
- MRCGP
- Additional cliniIn good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.cal qualifications or courses related to eating disorders.
- Entry on the GP Performers List.
CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Practical experience as a Primary Care Practitioner
- Excellent clinical skills with a specific emphasis on assessing and managing the physical health needs of patients with an eating disorder.
- Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
- Ability to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary framework.
Desirable
- Experience of working with patients with eating disorders and their families across the age range.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Sue Nicholls Centre
Aylesbury
HP20 1EG