Job summary We are looking for a motivated and innovative GP to join our Specialist Tier 3 Weight Management Team.
The Specialist Weight Management Service provide evidence based, Individualised, high quality holistic treatment to patients within the communities it serves.The role may suit a General Practitioner with a specialist interest in obesity and relevant experience providing treatment for patients living with obesity.The successful applicant will have a comprehensive understanding of the complex needs of obese individuals, associated co-morbidity management and treatment options.
The role involves being the clinical lead for the service and working as an integral member of our multidisciplinary team, alongside specialists in psychological wellbeing, dietetics, and physical activity.The role includes assessment of patients' stage of obesity, associated causal factors, medical presentation/symptoms, co-morbidity management and recommendations for treatment.
Main duties of the job You will be based in the vibrant, cultural city of Hull which is continuing to thrive and grow after being awarded City of Culture in 2017.
The post will be based at Marfleet Health Centre in Hull however the successful applicant will also be expected to work from various other bases across the city.For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jo Devon - Operations Manager Nutrition and Dietetics/Tier 3 Specialist Weight Management on 07515 788173 or email Please note we reserve the right to close this job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.
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Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full and current unrestricted GMC (UK) registration on the GP Register Desirable A medical degree qualification Knowledge Essential Up to date knowledge of all the latest guidelines and evidence in weight management Understand the importance of evidence-based practice and clinical effectiveness Understanding of clinical governance sound clinical knowledge Ability to use the evidence-based and clinical audit to support decision-making Desirable Experience of SystmOne, Emis and Lorenzo clinical systems Experience Essential Post GMC registration training in weight management 3 Years or more post GP specialist registration experience (Developmental opportunity if less than 3 years specialist registration) Experience of supervising clinical staff to ensure clinical standards are met Experience of continuing professional development Evidence of attendance at courses or self-directed learning to meet learning gaps identified through the professional development plan and through annual appraisal Experience of conducting clinical audit Desirable Experience of designing, organising, teaching and training healthcare professionals and teaching patients