Job summary Coleridge Medical Centre are recruiting for a friendly and approachable salaried GP for 6/7 sessions per week.
Main duties of the job The SalariedGP is integral to providing primary healthcare services and ensuring thewell-being of the patients across all demographics.
This role involvesdelivering a full range of medical services, including diagnosis, treatment,and prevention of diseases, to patients of all ages, managing both acute andchronic conditions.
The position requires a collaborative approach tohealthcare, working alongside a team of healthcare professionals to facilitateeffective treatment outcomes and high standards of patient care.In additionto clinical duties, the Salaried GP will actively participate in theimprovement of medical services within the practice, contributing to practicemanagement and decision-making processes.
This role is pivotal in maintaininghigh clinical standards and patient satisfaction and requires staying updatedwith medical practices and guidelines that govern general practice About us Coleridge Medical Centre is part of The Fuller and Forbes Partnership, a primary care provider with practices currently in Devon, Leeds, Burnley and Gateshead.We are a long-established, friendly and forward-thinking practice serving the local communities of Ottery St Mary and the surrounding area.As a training practice, we are able to support GP registrars as well as medical and nurse students.
We haveapproximately 16,000 patients and a multidisciplinary team comprising GPs, ANPs, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, and a GPA.We strive to fulfil our practice values of approachability, teamwork, communication and respect.
Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities:Patient Care:Deliver comprehensive medical care to patients, including consultation,diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
Assess, diagnose, and treat a wide rangeof conditions, initiate referrals to specialist services as necessary.Chronic DiseaseManagement: Oversee the management of complex chronic diseases usingpatient-centred, structured approaches.
Utilise the latest clinical guidelinesto ensure effective management of complex conditions.Acute MedicalCare: Provide urgent care for acute medical conditions and make decisionsregarding the need for emergency hospital admission.PreventativeMedicine: Implement strategies aimed at disease prevention and health promotionwithin the practice population.Home visiting:undertaking home visits including triage of visits as and when required.Administrative Tasks:Record Keeping:Maintain accurate and detailed medical records for all patients, ensuringconfidentiality and adherence to GDPR and other relevant legislation.Quality Improvement:Participate in quality improvement programs that include audits, patientsurveys, and reviews of services to enhance clinical outcomes.MeetingParticipation: Engage in regular multidisciplinary team meetings to collaborateon patient care, practice development, and clinical governance.Educational Activities:Training &Supervision: Provide guidance, teaching, and supervision to junior doctors,medical students, and practice staff to promote continuous professionaldevelopment within the practice.ContinuedProfessional Development: Maintain and enhance medical skills and knowledgethrough ongoing CPD and training.Communication:PatientCommunication: Employ excellent communication skills to explain diagnoses,management plans, and therapeutic procedures to patients.CollaborativeHealthcare Delivery: Work closely with healthcare professionals within thepractice and the wider medical community to provide seamless and integratedcare for patients.Leadership and Management:Team Involvement:Contribute to the practice's management by offering insights and expertise inthe development of practice policies and protocols.ServiceDevelopment: Assist in the development and implementation of new serviceswithin the practice to improve patient care and clinical efficiency.Miscellaneous:The Practice recognisesthat the role of a General Practitioner is wide and varied is evolving innature.
Therefore, this job description is not intended to be exhaustive andthere will be other tasks and duties that the post holder will be expected toperform within what is ordinarily expected of this role.
Person Specification Personal Qualities Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively explaining complex information to patients and collaborating with colleagues.
Desirable Strong organisational and time-management skills.
A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
IT Proficiency Essential Competence in using SystmOne, essential for patient record management and data analysis.
Clinical Competence Essential Proficiency in all areas of general practice, including patient consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
Expertise in managing both acute and chronic conditions, with a comprehensive approach to patient care.
Qualifications Essential Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
Completion of a full course of training in general practice (CCT) or equivalent recognised by the GMC.
Specialist Knowledge Desirable Additional qualifications in specific areas of interest such as minor operations and joint injections, which enhance the practice's service offerings.
Regulatory Compliance Essential Knowledge of current NHS practices, guidelines, and legal regulations affecting general practice.
Experience Desirable Experience in a primary care environment within the NHS, showing a track record of effective patient care and teamwork.