Newly Qualified Salaried GP (ARRS)

Following the release of ARRS GP information and funding, we are looking for newly qualified (within 2 years and not having had a substantive post), enthusiastic, forward-thinking GPs to join Apollo Warwickshire North Primary Care Network.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake home visits for patients in need of medical attention, including those who are housebound or unable to attend surgery who have been referred by GPs.
• Provide comprehensive and timely care to patients, ensuring appropriate diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
• Provide general practice care across the 5 GP Practices within Apollo Warwickshire North PCN, including consultations, diagnosis, treatment, and management of both acute and chronic conditions.
• Work collaboratively with practice teams, including nursing staff, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and other ARRS roles.
• Contribute to improving access to care for patients, reducing waiting times, and supporting clinical capacity within the practices.

About us

Apollo Warwickshire North Primary Care Network (PCN) is a dynamic and forward-thinking collaboration of five trusted local GP practices: Hazelwood Group Practice, Hartshill Health Centre, Rugby Road Surgery, Woodlands Surgery, and Stockingford Medical Centre. Together, we work seamlessly to provide high-quality, proactive healthcare to our diverse patient population.

Our ambitious team of clinicians is committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care, always striving to meet the needs of our patients and improve their health outcomes. We take pride in our innovative approach to healthcare, and our Frailty Hub Model is at the heart of this. This unique service involves a multidisciplinary team of clinicians who work together to provide tailored, preventative care for patients, focusing on reducing hospital admissions and improving overall quality of life for those with frailty and complex health needs.

At Apollo, we foster a strong work ethic and a healthy, supportive atmosphere within our teams. We believe in a collaborative environment where everyone's contributions are valued, and all staff are encouraged to develop and grow in their roles.

Job responsibilities

• Undertake home visits for patients in need of medical attention, including those who are housebound or unable to attend surgery who have been referred by GPs.
• Provide comprehensive and timely care to patients, ensuring appropriate diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
• Work closely with practice staff, community health teams, and the wider PCN to ensure continuity of care for patients across services.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of visits, clinical assessments, and treatment plans.
• Ensure there is appropriate feedback to referring GP/clinician as required.
• Triage and treat patients wishing to see a health care professional, making any necessary referrals to other members of the primary health care team.
• Manage patients with problems needing referral to secondary care.
• Ensure service is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence, and to acknowledge limitations.
• Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments, with referral to other members of the primary and secondary health care team as necessary.
• Work from the hub and within communities as an autonomous practitioner caring for patients and families.
• Ensure that personal and professional clinical standards are maintained.
• To communicate at all levels within the team ensuring an effective service is delivered.
• To maintain accurate, contemporaneous healthcare records appropriate to the consultation.
• Ensure evidenced-based care is delivered at the highest standards ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Works with local policies and procedures.
• To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development to meet the needs of the service.
• To participate in the audit process, evaluation and implementing plans and practice change to meet patient need.
• Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team and work colleagues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Be included in NHS England list of medical practitioners as per section 91 of the NHS Act 2006.
• Hold full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) on the General Practitioner Register.
• Be a Newly Qualified GP who obtained their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice within the last two years, verifying completion of the postgraduate training required to practise independently.
• Not be prohibited from providing services due to regulation breaches (e.g., NHS Performers Lists Regulations).
• Not be suspended from practice by the NHS or from the GMC list of medical practitioners.
• Not be subject to any interim suspension orders from the GMC under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
• Be employed on terms at least as favourable as those outlined in the Model terms and conditions of service for a salaried general practitioner employed by a GMS practice.
• Cannot be reimbursed under this scheme if previously substantively employed as a GP in general practice, unless explicitly agreed upon with the commissioner.
• May be employed in temporary capacities, such as locum doctors, but this must be explicitly stated and agreed upon with the commissioner.
• Have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Hold appropriate medical indemnity insurance covering all professional duties.
• Complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Possess a valid digital badge for secure system access and patient care delivery.
• Be willing to engage in ongoing professional development as required by the ARRS.
• Experience of working in primary care.
• Experience of working in a GP practice.
• Knowledge of Primary Care Networks.

ABOUT YOU:

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.
• Passionate about improving healthcare outcomes.
• Proficient in using electronic health records.
• Eager to embrace new ideas and new technologies.