Job Description

Are you a GP looking to work 4 to 6 sessions in a very supportive team which is focused on providing the highest quality patient care alongside a sustainable work-life balance? If so, then we have an exciting opportunity for you

We are looking for a Salaried GP to join our friendly and progressive GMS practice, Caritas Group Practice has approximately 8500 patients over a 3-site practice. We are part of the North Halifax PCN and we provide high quality care.

We offer a competitive salary, professional indemnity fees paid, 6 weeks annual leave pro-rata and 1 week study leave pro-rata.

Whether you are a newly qualified GP looking for a role in a supportive practice or an experienced GP looking for a new and exciting opportunity, we invite you to become part of our innovative and forward-thinking team, with opportunities to develop specialist skills, leadership and make a valuable contribution to our local community

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be employed by the practice to undertake general medical services for patients in accordance with the practice policies and protocols.

The role will be that of a salaried General Practitioner responsible to the Partners for the provision of specific services to registered patients of the practice and such temporary residents as may be accepted by the practice.

About us

We are a well-established GP training practice having 2 partners serving a population of 8500 patients.

We have an excellent established team which comprises of Nursing team, Pharmacy team, First Contact Physios, Social Prescribing Link Worker, Mental Health Worker, Care Co-ordinator and are fully supported by efficient and friendly administration and reception team.

We hugely value team support and well-being, and meet daily for a refreshment and a catch up.

We have very low home visit numbers and have access to a daily community visiting service. Patients tell us that we provide excellent access to care and we are proud of the positive feedback we receive.

We are a high QOF achiever, participate in local and national enhanced service delivery and are currently rated good by CQC.

We are part of the North Halifax PCN and have excellent relations with the practices within our PCN.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Provide NHS general medical services to the practices patient population

Make professionally autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems

Respond to medical problems presented by patients including history taking, examination, investigation, treatment and referral when appropriate

Review patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems and make assessments of their health care needs

Provide appropriate preventative healthcare and advice within the context of primary care

Provide additional services, including contraception, minor surgery, immunisations, maternity and child health surveillance, if appropriately qualified

Comply with the practices policies and procedures

Adhere to the West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (WYICB) guidance on treatment protocols and drug formulary

Consult with patients in surgery and at home visits

Record data on the clinical system to agreed standards

Maintain patient records in accordance with the practice policy on record keeping

Undertake administrative and non-clerical duties needed for the delivery of general/personal medical services

Undertake oncall sessions for on the day emergencies.

Undertake Enhanced Access sessions on rotation.

To work in accordance with the practice and WYICB, Clinical Governance Policy Framework

Continued Professional Development:

Maintain and develop a personal professional development programme

Undertake clinical audits as part of the Personal Development Programme or as required from time to time by the practice or WYICB

To be appraised in line with the WYICB appraisal programme

Attendance at practice meetings

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GMC Registration On Supplementary List Recognised Certificate of Vocational Training

Desirable

Higher specialist qualifications or extensive relevant experience

Experience

Essential

Working well within a team Supporting the nursing team Inter-personal skills Excellent communication skills Experience of working in primary care Experience in using Systmone

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).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person