Locum (Prison) GP - Northampton

Are you an experienced General Practitioner with a background in custodial healthcare? We have a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated Prison GP to join a healthcare team at a correctional facility in Northampton. This role is ideal for a compassionate and resilient doctor who thrives in a challenging yet highly impactful environment. As a Prison GP, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to a diverse inmate population, working within a multidisciplinary team.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Conducting consultations, diagnosing, and managing acute & chronic illnesses.

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• Overseeing conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD within the prison population.

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• Assessing and stabilising patients in emergencies, with support from onsite nursing and mental health teams.

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• Leading initiatives to improve inmate wellbeing, including vaccination programs and health education.

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• Working closely with prison staff, nurses, pharmacists, and mental health professionals to deliver integrated care.

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Essential Requirements:

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• Substantial experience as a Prison GP or in a similar custodial/secure healthcare setting.

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• NOMS clearance

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• Full GMC registration

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• Strong clinical decision-making skills

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