Salaried Gp in Sefton

Job summary

We have a patient list size of over 10,000 patients from the Maghull and Lydiate areas.

We are seeking 2 forward-thinking GPs who are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred services.

The ideal candidate will, embrace new models of care and digital health technologies. Be proactive in identifying opportunities for service improvement and clinical innovation. Be open to developing special interests that align with practice and community needs.

Main duties of the job

Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the practice.

Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.

Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.

To opportunistically complete the necessary checks and record appropriate data to support the practice in meeting the QOF, attaining GMS contract quality points.

About us

GP Vacancies High Pastures Surgery

High Pastures Surgery is seeking two enthusiastic and committed GPs to join our friendly, supportive team:

One GP for 6 sessions per week

One GP for 4 sessions per week

Our clinical team includes 2 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GPs, a Physician Associate, Midwife and 2 Practice Nurses, supported by an experienced management, reception, administration and secretarial team.

We are members of South Sefton Primary Care Network and Federation and are a GP training practice, supporting junior doctors and medical students. The practice is rated Good by the CQC and achieves strong QOF and LQC results.

We offer a collaborative working environment, excellent practice support, opportunities to develop special interests and contribute to service improvement, and access to professional development through our training practice, PCN and Federation.

We welcome applications from GPs who wish to contribute to the continued development of High Pastures Surgery.

Interview date: To be confirmed.

AI-generated documentation will not be considered. No agencies, thank you.

For an informal visit, please contact Sue Jago, Practice Manager, on 07579 799925.

Job responsibilities

You will manage your own patient list of 1,500 patients (based 6 sessions) and take part in the duty doctor rota, currently 1 in 6, between the hours of 10.30 am and 6.30 pm.

Salaried GPs employed under the BMA model contract are entitled to protected learning time for professional development.

Lunchtime clinical/training meetings are held weekly to facilitate MDT discussion and peer support.

Role development and training is encouraged and supported.

Surgery start times can be flexible, but the post holder should normally be available between 8.00am and 6.00pm on each working day.

Each session will consist of 12 face-to-face appointments, with an agreed amount of tasks, documents & scripts.

Qualifications Essential

• Fully qualified GP eligible to work in NHS General Practice.
• MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
• Registered on the General Practitioner Register under Article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003.
• Registered on the National Performers List.
• Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
• Clear DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) report.
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
• Experience working in general practice or primary care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to listen actively and empathetically.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle criticism constructively.
• Experience with clinical IT systems (e.g., EMIS).
• Accurate and thorough record keeping.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualifications in areas such as:
• Dermatology
• Minor surgery
• Diabetes care
• Women's health
• Mental health
• Palliative care
• Teaching or mentoring qualifications for GPs involved in training registrars or medical students.
• Understanding of the needs of vulnerable patient groups.
• Experience working to achieve Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) standards.

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.

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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