Bank General Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Bank General Practitioner to join their Primary Care team at HMP Highpoint. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive care to a diverse patient population in a secure environment. With flexible hours and a supportive healthcare team, you will engage in clinical assessments, medication management, and contribute to governance activities. This position is ideal for GPs looking to enhance their skills while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join a team that values integrity, diversity, and continuous improvement in healthcare.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping and leisure

Support for professional growth

24/7 employee assistance and financial support

Qualifications

• Experience in community general practice, including substance misuse.
• Active engagement in annual appraisals.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessments, diagnoses, and management plans.
• Prescribe and monitor medications.

Skills

Clinical Assessments

Medication Management

Community General Practice

Substance Misuse Knowledge

Education

MBChB or MBBS

GMC Registration

GP Performers List

Job description

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Opportunity: Bank General Practitioner at HMP Highpoint

Join our Primary Care team at HMP Highpoint, a category C prison in Stradishall, Suffolk. The prison houses approximately 1300 patients across 2 sites. This role is ideal for GPs interested in comprehensive care and managing long-term conditions. You will be supported by 3 permanent GPs and 2 ANPs. Working as a bank GP offers flexible hours and shift patterns.

Hours

Shifts are Monday to Friday, with usual hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Flexibility is available.

Salary

£87 per hour.

Support and Development

• Induction including 'Introducing Health in Justice' training
• Career development opportunities at regional and national levels
• Access to our Learning Management System for ongoing education
• Support from a dedicated healthcare team

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Employment is subject to vetting and security checks.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessments, diagnoses, and management plans
• Prescribe, review medications, and monitor prescriptions
• Contribute to clinical governance and effectiveness activities
• Engage in training opportunities, including mental health and substance misuse, with pathways to RCGP Level 2

Additional Benefits

• Discounts on shopping and leisure
• Support for professional growth
• 24/7 employee assistance and financial support

Candidate Profile

We seek caring, compassionate, and driven professionals committed to equitable healthcare. Our team values integrity, diversity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• MBChB or MBBS, GMC registration, and GP Performers List
• Active engagement in annual appraisals
• Experience in community general practice, including working with patients with substance misuse
• RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse (Levels 1 and 2) or willingness to undertake

Working in secure environments is challenging yet rewarding. If you want to develop your healthcare skills in a dynamic setting, this could be the role for you.