Salaried GP in Newark on Trent

We are a friendly, well-organised practice in the pretty market town of Newark. We look after nearly 14,000 patients with our multidisciplinary team which includes prescribing nurses, pharmacists, and a paramedic. We are a training practice and host a wide range of other students including nurses and pharmacists. We also have a diverse administrative team including GP Assistants who help manage GP workload. Newark has good travel links and is easily accessible via road and rail.

We are looking for a GP who would currently like a salaried post but may be interested in partnership in the future. We encourage and support all our staff including Salaried GPs to develop their skills and expertise; if you have an area you are interested in we would love to hear about it.

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 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

We are a friendly and supportive practice, providing dedicated CPD time, experienced staff who aim to support GPs with their administrative workload and a free Employee Assistance Programme. We are a training practice and encourage our salaried GPs to support the supervision of trainees. We are also interested in supporting GPs with specialist interests in developing these and using the full breadth of their skills and knowledge.

Job responsibilities

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 effectively 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

Secondary responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

• Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
• Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration
• Medical Degree
• On Performers list
• Enhanced DBS

Experience

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives

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.