Oakley Medical Practice Salaried GP in Leeds

We are looking to recruit a Salaried GP for 3 to 4 sessions to help increase our clinical capacity at Oakley Medical Practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a GP seeking a fresh challenge, looking to broaden their portfolio, or taking their first steps after training in a supportive and well-established practice.

As a PMS practice, we are proud to offer patient-centred care through a small, friendly team committed to delivering the highest possible standard of service. Our team includes 2 GP partners, 1 salaried GP, 1 ANP, 2 Practice Nurses, and an experienced management, administration and care navigation team, creating a collaborative environment where everyone's contribution is valued. We use SystmOne and consistently perform well against QOF and other clinical targets, with a strong emphasis on support, learning and continuous improvement.

As part of Beeston PCN, we also benefit from the support of a wider multidisciplinary team, including Social Prescribers, a Pharmacy Team, a Frailty Team, First Contact Physiotherapists and Mental Health Workers.

• Deliver comprehensive care to patients of all ages.
• Provide a mix of face-to-face and remote consultations.
• Complete associated clinical administration, supported by an excellent Patient Services Team.
• Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team to deliver seamless, patient-centred care and help reduce health inequalities.
• Take part in on-call duties as part of a fair and supportive rota.
• Contribute to practice meetings, sharing ideas and learning from colleagues.
• Take delegated responsibility for one or more QOF areas.
• Complete mandatory training on time and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Engage with both practice and GP appraisal processes.

• Deliver highly effective medical care to the patient population in line with the primary care contract.
• Assess patients' physical and psychological needs, plan appropriate care, and refer to other services or agencies in a timely manner using relevant practice and local guidelines.
• Prescribe safely in line with local and national guidance, review medications appropriately, and support effective medicines management.
• Manage long-term conditions, support anticipatory care planning, and promote healthy lifestyles and self-care.
• Respond appropriately to complex, urgent and emergency situations, including initiating effective emergency care where required.
• Complete clinical administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescriptions and associated tasks.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and work inline with practice policies, clinical guidance and audit recommendations.
• Work collaboratively across the practice, share the workload fairly, and contribute to practice meetings, clinical governance, training and quality improvement initiatives.
• Take delegated responsibility for one or more QOF areas and support the delivery of continuous improvement across the practice.
• Comply with safeguarding, appraisal, revalidation and mandatory policy requirements, while maintaining a strong commitment to self-learning and continuing professional development.
• Act as an integral member of both the practice team and the wider multidisciplinary network, undertaking additional duties where appropriate according to service needs.

• Participate fully in clinical governance processes and formal training activities that promote best practice.
• Provide leadership, education and support to colleagues across the multidisciplinary team where appropriate.
• Contribute to local initiatives that enhance service delivery and patient care.

Oakley Medical Practice is a friendly, well-established practice serving around 5,600 patients from a single site at Oakley Terrace in Beeston. We are a busy and supportive practice, committed to delivering the best possible care for our patients. We value the strengths of every team member and encourage staff to build on their knowledge and skills so we can continue to improve both patient care and the flow of work across the practice. We place a strong emphasis on support, training, education, assessment and audit, helping our team remain clinically confident and competent while meeting both practice and NHS England requirements.

• Qualified GP.
• MRCGP, Vocational Training Certificate, or equivalent JCPT/GPC CCT.
• Full GMC registration.
• Performers List registration or currently applying.
• Evidence of current validation, where applicable.
• Evidence of last appraisal, where applicable.
• Eligibility to practise independently in the UK.

• Strong time management, planning, organisation, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Personal accountability, emotional resilience, and the ability to work well under pressure.
• High levels of integrity and loyalty.
• Ability to work within legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures.
• Ability to use initiative, discretion and sensitivity.
• Ability to work effectively with people from all backgrounds and communities, with respect for diversity and different lifestyles.
• Ability to identify, assess and manage risk.
• Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to understand patient needs clearly.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Polite, confident, motivated and forward-thinking.
• Access to your own transport and the ability to travel across the locality regularly.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to process information accurately, interpret data effectively and make sound judgements.
• Ability to use resources efficiently and effectively.

• Outstanding clinical knowledge and skills.
• Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice.
• Good IT skills, including MS Office and clinical systems.
• Understanding of the full spectrum of clinical governance processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including accurate clinical note-keeping.
• Ability to work within your own scope of practice and recognise when to refer to colleagues.
• Experience of triage and strong assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to listen carefully and respond honestly, compassionately and sensitively in distressing situations.
• Understanding of local pathology testing processes and the ability to interpret results and advise patients appropriately.
• Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations or exacerbations of long-term conditions.
• Understanding of safeguarding for adults and children.
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies.
• Experience of medicines management.
• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area.
• Understanding of QOF and enhanced services.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience of working in a primary care environment.
• Experience of providing home visits.
• A sound understanding of the primary care contract.
• Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of your own clinical practice.
• An appreciation of the NHS landscape and the relationships between individual organisations, PCNs and commissioners.

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.