Salaried GP (ARRS) scheme in Leeds

We are excited to be able to offer a salaried GP vacancy to join our team under the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS). This is a great opportunity for a GP who is newly qualified. The post-holder must be within 2 years of completing their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT). We can offer 5 sessions per week and it is initially a fixed-term contract for one year with potential for extension and a possibility of a permanent post thereafter. We are offering £10,500 per session and will enrol you in the NHS Pension scheme and pay for your MDDUS defence fees. To be eligible you must be a newly qualified GP and have qualified within the last 2 years.

Main duties of the job

• Core responsibilities of the Salaried GP include:
• In accordance with the practice rota, the post-holder will undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries.
• Carrying out home visits for our housebound patients, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries.
• On-call sessions as the duty doctor on the day in our triage hub.
• 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.
• 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.

About us

We have two surgery sites, one in Leeds 9 and one in Leeds 15, and have a mixed patient demographic which gives variety. We are in two purpose-built modern medical centres. Our current list size is around 18,300. We are a training practice with a supportive, enthusiastic team in a relaxed and encouraging working environment. Currently, we have eight partners and four salaried GPs, an excellent nursing team and admin support. Our clinical platform is SystmOne.

Job responsibilities

• Assess and examine patients with a variety of health concerns.
• Take detailed patient histories, conduct physical examinations, and order diagnostic tests when required.
• Provide consultations for a range of conditions, including acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and preventive health issues.
• Make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans, including prescribing medications and offering lifestyle advice.
• Ensure follow-up care for ongoing medical conditions and post-treatment monitoring.
• Create and maintain personalised care plans for patients with chronic conditions or long-term illnesses.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the patient receives comprehensive care.
• Educate patients on disease prevention, healthy lifestyles, and the management of medical conditions.
• Promote immunisations, screenings, and other preventive services in line with public health initiatives.
• Accurately document patient consultations, treatments, and outcomes in electronic health records.
• Maintain up-to-date patient records in compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Work alongside other healthcare professionals (nurses, physiotherapists, specialists, etc.) in delivering patient care.
• Participate in regular team meetings to discuss patient progress and care strategies.
• Stay informed of current medical best practices and guidelines.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, including continued medical education (CME) and training.
• Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
• Complete necessary administrative tasks, including referral letters and reports.
• Attend and contribute to practice meetings, patient reviews, and audits as required.

Confidentiality

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Health and Safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others' health and safety and security as defined in the practice Health and Safety Policy.

Equality and Diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues.

Personal/Professional Development

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment.

Communication

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will apply practice policies, standards and guidance.

Person Specification

• Qualified GP (to be eligible for this position you must be a newly qualified GP and have qualified within the last 2 years).
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT).
• Full GMC registration.
• National Performers List registration England.
• Evidence of current validation.
• Evidence of last appraisal.
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently.

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.