Job summary There has never been a more exciting time to work in primary care, and The Waterside Primary Care Network (PCN) is expanding its Clinical Team.We are seeking to recruit a positive, caring and self-motivated individual to take on the role and work across our three Practices.Following the announcement of the new ARRS GP role available to PCN's, The Waterside PCN are looking for an enthusiastic, newly qualified GP to join our team on a fixed term basis of 12 months.
The role will be part of the PCN ARRS and may have the potential to be extended beyond 12 months however this is subject to NHS funding and guidance.The role will predominantly be based across our three Practices, however you may be asked, on occasion to work in our Urgent Care Centre at Hythe Hospital.
Main duties of the job Provide face to face and telephone consultations for routine and urgent care.Conduct patient home visits.Manage patient care within the Practices, including investigating and reviewing results, developing care plans and making the necessary referrals.Issue and sign repeat prescriptions, adhering to national and local guidelines.Administer and manage patient queries, test results, referral letters and any other duties as required in a timely manner.Make clear consultation notes and records using EMIS.Ensure safe, evidence based and cost effective care in line with Practice disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.Independently prescribe medications within your scope of practice.Review and manage patient medications following the appropriate policies and local clinical guidelines.Work with our clinical and support teams in delivering holistic and patient centred care.Actively participate in MDT and care conference meetings as required.Participate in on-call duties if required.
About us The Waterside PCN provides proactive and coordinated care to 43,000 patients.
We have a strong focus on health promotion and personalised care, supporting people to make informed decisions about their health and social care.We are a dynamic, friendly and supportive PCN with significant experience in training healthcare professionals and offering new models of care utilising a diverse skill mix of professionals.
Job description Job responsibilities Main duties of the jobProvide face to face and telephone consultations for routine and urgent care.Conduct patient home visits.Manage patient care within Practices, including investigating and reviewing results, developing care plans and making the necessary referrals.Issue and sign repeat prescriptions, adhering to national and local guidelines.Administer and manage patient queries, test results, referral letters and any other duties as required in a timely manner.Make clear consultation notes and records using EMIS.Ensure safe, evidence based and cost effective care in line with Practice disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.Independently prescribe medications within your scope of practice.Review and manage patient medications following the appropriate policies and local clinical guidelines.Work with our clinical and support teams in delivering holistic and patient centred care.Actively participate in MDT and care conference meetings as required.Participate in on-call duties if required.Health Promotion and Patient Support:Regularly screen for lifestyle factors and support patients in adopting health promotion strategies and self-care principles.Contribute to the delivery of anticipatory care plans.Professional Development:Maintain awareness of clinical practice developments.Attend PCN wide meetings and clinical meetings Participate in performance reviews and take responsibility for your personal development.
Engage in mandatory training and attend courses as required.Team Collaboration:Provide clinical support and guidance to both clinical and administrative staff to maintain the highest care standards.Collaborate with health and social care providers to deliver an integrated, safe service.Risk Management and Compliance:Adhere to all practice policies and procedures, including those related to prescribing, confidentiality, and data protection.
Apply infection control measures and manage risks in compliance with local and national guidelines.
Contribute to clinical governance through audits, peer reviews, and significant event analysis.Patient Safety and Confidentiality:Ensure patient and carer confidentiality, in line with practice policies.
Manage patient data securely, only disclosing it to authorised persons.Equality and Diversity:Support equality and diversity in all aspects of patient care and teamwork.
Respect the privacy, dignity, and rights of patients and colleagues Person Specification Experience Essential - General Practice experience: Newly qualified GP (within 2 years) or recently completed GP training.
- Must be fully registered with the General Medical Council.
- Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to make confident decisions.
- Professional conduct: Ability to work within professional codes of conduct, ensuring safe and effective patient care.
- Organisational skills: Ability to manage time, workload, and patient related administration efficiently.
- Team player: Willingness to work across multiple practices and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable Clinical systems knowledge: Experience with EMIS is preferred.
Qualifications Essential Must be GMC Registered