Job summary
Neston Surgery is seeking a motivated, adaptable and proactive GP to join our forward thinking, well-established team for 2 sessions per week on a Friday. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and patient centred GP to become part of a well established team committed to delivering high quality to care to our local community. We are looking for a clinician who is confident managing a broad range of acute and chronic conditions, who enjoys working collaboratively to improve patient outcomes and practice services. In return youll be part of a welcoming team that values your autonomy and supports your development.
Main duties of the job
- Provide comprehensive general medical services to patients registered with the Practice.
- Undertake face-to-face and telephone consultations.
- Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Prescribe medication safely and appropriately in accordance with current legislation and local prescribing guidance.
- Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and community services.
- Request, interpret and act upon investigations.
- Provide home visits where clinically appropriate.
- Participate in the management of patients with long-term conditions.
- Maintain accurate, contemporaneous electronic clinical records using the Practice clinical system.
- Ensure appropriate follow-up of investigations, referrals and correspondence.
- Participate in clinical audit and quality improvement activities.
- Participate in significant event reviews and clinical meetings.
- Report incidents, complaints and safety concerns in accordance with Practice policy.
- Maintain compliance with infection prevention and control procedures.
About us
Neston and Willaston Primary Care Network (PCN) was established in 2019 and is one of the smallest PCNs in the country, serving a population of approximately 21,000 patients.
The PCN consists of Neston Surgery, Neston Medical Centre and Willaston Surgery. Working together, we are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our local community by delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. We are an innovative PCN that develops and delivers services tailored to the needs of our patient population.
We have successfully established a range of multidisciplinary roles within the PCN, including:
- Clinical Pharmacy Team
- Visiting Paramedic service
- First Contact Physiotherapy service
- Social Prescribing Link Workers
As a smaller PCN, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive, collaborative and welcoming working environment where team members are valued and have the opportunity to make a real difference to patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive general medical services to patients registered with the Practice.
- Undertake face-to-face and telephone consultations.
- Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Prescribe medication safely and appropriately in accordance with current legislation and local prescribing guidance.
- Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and community services.
- Request, interpret and act upon investigations.
- Provide home visits where clinically appropriate.
- Participate in the management of patients with long-term conditions.
- Maintain accurate, contemporaneous electronic clinical records using the Practice clinical system.
- Ensure appropriate follow-up of investigations, referrals and correspondence.
- Participate in clinical audit and quality improvement activities.
- Participate in significant event reviews and clinical meetings.
- Report incidents, complaints and safety concerns in accordance with Practice policy.
- Maintain compliance with infection prevention and control procedures.
Multidisciplinary Working
- Work closely with Practice Nurses, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, and administrative staff.
- Liaise effectively with secondary care clinicians, community teams and other healthcare professionals.
- Support integrated patient care across organisational boundaries.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Process pathology results, clinical correspondence and electronic documents within agreed timescales.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered
- Previous experience
Experience
Essential
- Completed UK General Practice Training
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.
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
Neston Medical Centre
Address
Neston Surgery
Mellock Lane
Little Neston
NESTON
CH64 4BN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
PCN Salaried GP in Neston employer: Neston Medical Centre
Neston Medical Centre is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritises patient-centred care. With flexible hours and a commitment to professional development, we empower our GPs to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the health of our local community.
