Newly Qualified Salaried GP (ARRS)
- NHS
- Part Time
- Birmingham
- Negotiable
Job Description
Job summary
Do you want to work with patients where you can really make a difference to those most in need? Following the release of ARRS GP information and funding we are looking for a minimum of two newly qualified (within 2 years and not having previously held a substantive GP post), enthusiastic, forward-thinking GPs to join North Solihull Primary Care Network on a fixed term salaried contract until 31 March 2025. We will consider applications for a minimum of 4 sessions.
Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest it may be necessary to closethe vacancy at an earlier date. We therefore suggest that you apply at an early stage toavoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
Following the release of ARRS GP information and funding we are looking for newly qualified (within 2 years and not having had a substantive post), enthusiastic, forward-thinking GPs to join North Solihull Primary Care Network. We will consider full and part time applications.
You will be required to work within one of two teamsof 6 and 4 GP practices and/or central locations supporting our practices.
To undertake duties governed by the contract and Direct and Local Enhanced Services including:
o Face to face and telephone consultations
o Patient Home visits and Nursing Home visits
o Checking and signing repeat prescriptions
o Administration - dealing with queries, patient test results, referral letters NHS/private, task, emails and other paperwork and correspondence in a timely manner
o Cover all the clinical management of the patients in surgery as appropriate including initiating investigations, reviewing results, making referrals to secondary care or to other providers as appropriate
o Develop care and treatment plans in consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols as well as wider guidance such as that from NICE.
About us
North Solihull PCN has a total population of over 78,000 patients across 10 GP practices, all rated "Good" by CQC. The roles will support one of two teams of 6 and 4 GP practices. You will work alongside a range of local providers from primary care, community services, social care and the voluntary sector to offer more personalised, coordinated health and social care to their local patient populations. Our PCN staff currently includes Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technician, Paramedics, Physician Associates, Physiotherapists, Health and Wellbeing Coaches, Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators, and Nurse Associate.
Job responsibilities
Recording clear and contemporaneous I.T. based consultation notes to agreed standards Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care within the surgery, patients own home or other environment where patient care is carried out Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice, PCN and local guidelines To recognise the need for and be able to perform and interpret investigatory procedures, including laboratory and radiology Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care Ensure appropriate follow up of patients Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans Recognise and work within your own competence and in accordance with professional codes of conduct, maintaining accurate and contemporaneous health records Independently prescribe for patients within your scope of practice Prescribing in accordance with locally agreed or national guidelines Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways To maintain an awareness of developments in clinical practice Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety and QOF standards Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to our policies and procedures on Safeguarding Children and Safeguarding Adults
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes.
- Strong IT skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Effective time management (Planning, Organising and Prioritising), with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work autonomously, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to listen and empathise whilst being honest and caring
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure with and understanding of the audit process
Desirable
- Knowledge of General Practice Clinical Systems i.e. SystmOne
PERSONAL QUALITIES, ATTRIBUTES & ABILITIES
Essential
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Motivated, forward thinker with ability to use own judgement and common sense
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in urgent care and/or a primary care environment
- Experience of dealing with a range of clinical conditions
- Experience of providing home visits
- Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice
- Understanding of evidence-based practice
- Evidence of working autonomously, with some support and supervision
Desirable
- Experience in Triage
- Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework
- Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
- Awareness of issues within the wider health arena
- Knowledge of health-promotion strategies
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
Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit
Address
North Solihull PCN
Castle Bromwich
B36 0HH
Employer's website
https://www.midlandsandlancashirecsu.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
