Gp, Doctor​/Physician

We have an exciting opportunity for a Salaried GP to join our dispensing practice of 7800 patients,situated in the Camel Estuary on the stunning North Cornish Coast, for 6sessions per week.

We are looking for acommitted, dynamic individual who works well in a team.

To workas an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medicalservices to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. Furthermore, thepost-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice,contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example,maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

We are a dynamic, supportive training practice. The clinical team currently consists of 5 GPs (2 GP Partners), nurse practitioners, practice nurses and HCAs. We have an excellent team of dispensers, receptionists and administrative staff.

We are members of the North Cornwall Coast Primary Care Network and work very closely with our neighbouring practices providing a Social Prescriber, Health and Well Being Coach, Mental Health Care Practitioner, Pharmacist, Paramedics and First Contact Physiotherapists.

Primary Responsibilities

The delivery of highly effective medical careto the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with theGMS contract

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Effective management of long-term conditions

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

On a rotational basis, undertake duty doctor roles and evening surgery

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance and training

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Prepare and complete the revalidation process

Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

Support the training of medical students fromall clinical disciplines

Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

Encourage collaborative working, liaising withall staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Secondary Responsibilities

Participate in practice audits as requested bythe audit lead

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Participate in the review of significant andnear-miss events applying a structured

approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
• Experience of medicines management
• General understanding of the GMS contract

• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
• Experience with clinical risk management

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.