General Practitioner Oakfield Surgery in Hengoed

• Working 46 sessions per week, Monday to Wednesday, the role will include:
• Undertaking routine face-to-face and telephone GP consultations, assessing, diagnosing & managing a range of acute & chronic conditions.
• Participating in the practice duty/on-call GP rota as part of the agreed job plan, including telephone & clinical triage, urgent patient assessments & appropriate home visits.
• Reviewing pathology, investigation results & out-of-hours reports, taking appropriate action where required.
• Making appropriate referrals & providing ongoing management & follow-up of patients.
• Providing clinical advice & support to the wider multidisciplinary practice team.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records & working in accordance with GMC standards, practice policies & relevant NHS Wales requirements.
• Contributing to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement & patient safety.
• Working collaboratively with our 6 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GPs and wider multidisciplinary team.
• Supporting our strong teaching and training ethos, including contributing to the education & development of GP trainees, medical students and other learners where appropriate.

The post holder will report to the GP Partners & will have an agreed job plan reflecting their clinical responsibilities.

Oakfield Street Surgery is committed to supporting professional development.

The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop their skills & areas of interest within a supportive & experienced team.

• Practice: Oakfield Street Surgery
• Working Days: Monday to Wednesday
• Responsible to: GP Partners

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience and in line with current Welsh Salaried GP arrangements

Job Purpose

The post holder will work as an integral member of the practice clinical team, providing high-quality, safe and effective general medical services to the practice population.

The post holder will undertake routine GP consultations and participate in the practice duty/on-call system as part of the agreed job plan.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team and contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, teaching, training and the ongoing development of the practice.

As Oakfield Street Surgery is a GP training practice, the post holder will be encouraged to contribute to the teaching, supervision and development of learners within the practice, appropriate to their experience and role.

Main Clinical Responsibilities

The post holder will

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based general medical care to registered patients.
• Undertake face-to-face and telephone consultations as appropriate.
• Assess, diagnose and manage a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Provide appropriate follow-up and ongoing management of patients.
• Provide preventative care and health promotion.
• Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with current guidance and practice procedures.
• Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and other health and social care services.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and appropriate clinical records.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and carers.
• Ensure patients are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
• Work within the limits of professional competence and seek advice where appropriate.
• Duty / On-Call GP Responsibilities

Participation in the practice duty/on-call system will form part of the agreed job plan. Responsibilities will include:

• Telephone and clinical triage of patients.
• Assessment and management of urgent clinical presentations.
• Providing appropriate urgent clinical advice and treatment.
• Undertaking appropriate home visits.
• Reviewing and responding to out-of-hours reports.
• Reviewing pathology, investigation and other clinical results.
• Reviewing relevant clinical correspondence.
• Providing clinical advice and support to the wider practice team.
• Arranging appropriate follow-up, referral or onward care where required.
• Responding appropriately to clinical emergencies.
• Communication and Team Working

The post holder will

• Work collaboratively with GP Partners, Salaried GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain effective communication with practice nursing, pharmacy, administrative and reception staff.
• Provide appropriate clinical advice and support to colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with external healthcare professionals and services.
• Participate in relevant practice meetings.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive and respectful working environment.
• Communicate clearly and sensitively with patients and their families/carers.
• Teaching, Training and Professional Development

Oakfield Street Surgery is an established GP training practice with a strong commitment to education and professional development.

The post holder will be encouraged to

• Support the teaching and training ethos of the practice.
• Contribute to the education and supervision of GP trainees, medical students and other learners where appropriate.
• Share knowledge and clinical experience with colleagues.
• Participate in continuing professional development.
• Maintain professional competence and skills relevant to the role.
• Participate in appraisal and revalidation processes.
• Identify personal learning and development needs and undertake appropriate activities to address these
• Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement

The post holder will contribute to the practice's clinical governance arrangements and continuous improvement of services. This will include:

• Participating in clinical audit and quality improvement activities.
• Contributing to significant event reviews and learning from incidents.
• Supporting patient safety initiatives.
• Following agreed clinical guidelines, protocols and practice procedures.
• Contributing to the development and review of clinical policies where appropriate.
• Reporting clinical incidents, concerns and risks in accordance with practice procedures.
• Maintaining awareness of current clinical guidance and relevant NHS Wales requirements.
• Contributing to learning and service improvement arising from complaints, incidents and patient feedback.
• Safeguarding

The post holder will

• Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns involving children and adults.
• Follow practice safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Maintain appropriate safeguarding knowledge and training.
• Make appropriate referrals and communicate concerns to relevant services.
• Work collaboratively with other agencies where required to support patient safety and wellbeing.
• Confidentiality and Information Governance

The post holder will

• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Comply with relevant data protection and information governance requirements.
• Ensure clinical information is recorded, stored and shared appropriately.
• Access patient information only where there is a legitimate clinical or professional reason to do so.
• Comply with practice policies relating to the use of clinical systems and patient information.
• Professional Responsibilities

The post holder will

• Maintain full GMC registration and a licence to practise.
• Maintain inclusion on the All-Wales Medical Performers List.
• Practise in accordance with GMC professional standards and guidance.
• Maintain appropriate professional indemnity arrangements.
• Maintain clinical competence and undertake appropriate continuing professional development.
• Participate in appraisal and revalidation.
• Work within professional and personal competencies.
• Comply with relevant legislation, professional guidance and practice policies.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of professional practice.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct.
• Health, Safety and Risk Management

The post holder will

• Comply with practice health and safety policies and procedures.
• Take reasonable care of their own health and safety and that of others.
• Report hazards, incidents and risks appropriately.
• Participate in relevant mandatory training.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
• Equality, Diversity and Welsh Language

The post holder will

• Treat all patients, colleagues and visitors fairly, with dignity and respect.
• Support the practice's commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Work in accordance with relevant equality legislation and practice policies.
• Respect patients' individual communication needs and preferences.
• Support the principles of the Welsh Language Standards and Welsh Government expectations regarding the provision of services in Welsh, as appropriate to the role.
• General

This job description is intended to provide an outline of the main duties and responsibilities of the post.

It is not exhaustive and may be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder to reflect the changing needs of the practice and the development of primary care services.

• GMC registration with a licence to practice
• MRCGP or equivalent
• Inclusion on the All-Wales Medical Performers List
• Evidence of appropriate continuing professional development
• Full driving Licence, Experience of working in general practice
• Experience of assessing and managing a broad range of acute and chronic conditions
• Safe and appropriate prescribing
• Ability to recognise and manage urgent clinical presentations
• Ability to undertake appropriate home visits
• Ability to make appropriate referrals and coordinate patient care
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
• Understanding of clinical governance and patient safety

Oakfield Street Surgery is a friendly, dynamic and well-established GP training practice with approximately 13,500 patients.

We have a strong and experienced clinical team of 6 GP Partners and 4 Salaried GPs, supported by an experienced and collaborative multidisciplinary practice team.

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and approachable working environment, where colleagues work together, share knowledge and support one another.

We value good communication, teamwork and a positive approach to patient care, while recognising the importance of maintaining a healthy and enjoyable working environment.

As a training practice, we have a strong commitment to teaching, learning and professional development.

We enjoy working with doctors and learners at different stages of their careers and encourage all members of the team to develop their skills, interests and areas of expertise.

We offer the opportunity to work within an experienced GP team while still enjoying the variety, continuity and relationships with patients that make general practice rewarding.

The successful candidate will be encouraged to become actively involved in the life and development of the practice and will have the opportunity to contribute ideas and develop their own areas of interest.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly, experienced team at Oakfield Street Surgery, an established GP training practice caring for around 13,500 patients.

We are offering 46 sessions per week, Monday to Wednesday, with a flexible working pattern to be agreed with the successful candidate.

The post is initially offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with a view to permanency.

Youll join a supportive clinical team of 6 GP Partners and 4 Salaried GPs, working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary practice team.

As a training practice, we have a strong ethos of teaching, professional development and collaborative, patient-centred care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a GP looking for a well-supported role within a busy and welcoming practice, with the potential to develop a long-term career at Oakfield Street Surgery.

The post holder may be required to undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility.

Terms and Conditions

Working pattern: 46 sessions per week, Monday Wednesday. The exact working pattern will be agreed with the successful candidate.

Start date: As soon as reasonably practicable, subject to contractual notice requirements.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience, reflecting current Welsh Salaried GP arrangements.

Pension: NHS Pension Scheme.

An individual job plan will be agreed with the successful candidate and will reflect the agreed sessional commitment and responsibilities.

About Oakfield Street Surgery

Oakfield Street Surgery is a friendly, busy and well-established GP training practice with approximately 13,500 patients.

We have a strong and experienced clinical team comprising 6 GP Partners and 4 Salaried GPs, supported by an experienced multidisciplinary practice team.

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