Job summary
Salary Available Upon Request
4+ (up to 6) sessions a week. The number of sessions can be discussed depending on the applicant's preference and practice requirements.We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried General Practitioner to join our friendly, forward-thinking team.
Reports to: The Partners (Clinically) The Practice Manager (Administratively)
The role will include a varied general practice workload, including face to face and telephone consultations, management of acute and long term conditions, prescribing and clinical administration.
Main duties of the job
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Provide high-quality, safe and effective clinical care, assessing, diagnosing and managing a broad range of acute and chronic conditions within general practice.
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Conduct face-to-face and telephone consultations, taking a patient-centred approach and ensuring patients receive appropriate assessment, treatment, advice and follow-up.
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Support patients with ongoing and complex health needs, taking a proactive approach to preventative care, health promotion and long-term condition management.
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Work closely with our friendly and dedicated multidisciplinary team, including nursing, pharmacy and other healthcare professionals, to provide coordinated and comprehensive care for our patients.
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Prescribe safely and appropriately, make referrals where necessary, review investigations and results, and ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation.
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Contribute to clinical governance, significant event reviews, quality improvement and the ongoing development of practice services.
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Work collaboratively with the GP partners and wider practice team, contributing to a positive, supportive and hardworking practice environment.
About us
Riverside Medical Practice is based at Pontllanfraith Health Centre and is a busy single site practice with a stable list size of approx 8800 patients. You will work alongside an excellent clinical team comprising of 4 GP partners, 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 2 Health Care Assistant, 1 pharmacist and an excellent receptionist and administrative team. We also have a team of NCN/HB Allied Health Professionals working from the practice site to include a Physiotherapist, a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner and a Pharmacist. The District Nursing Team are also based within the building along with other Health Board Allied Health Professionals and an Independent Dispensing Pharmacy also provides a service from within the building. We provide an exceptional service and are proud to have maintained have been awarded 'Best GP Practice in South Wales - 2024' and runners up in 2023. The practice has a manageable workload and serves a friendly practice population with a strong emphasis on community values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed look into the job description please see the attached file via this advert or email morgan.waters4@wales.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered
- National Performers List registration
- Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
Desirable
- Interest into aspects of Enhanced Service provision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Desirable
- Previous experience with EMIS Web
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
GP Practice in Wales
Address
Riverside Medical Practice
Off Blackwood Road
Pontllanfraith
Blackwood
Caerphilly
NP12 2YU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
General Practitioner in Blackwood employer: GP Practice in Wales
Trosnant Lodge Medical Practice is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in the heart of Pontypool, South Wales. With a focus on high-quality patient care and a commitment to work/life balance, our team thrives on professional development opportunities and engaging in quality improvement initiatives. Join us to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while enjoying the benefits of a friendly and well-established practice.
