General Practitioner

NHS; Bicester; On-site; GBP 126,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated General Practitioner to join their Primary Care team at a remand prison. This full-time role involves delivering comprehensive healthcare to a diverse patient population, including those with complex needs. You will have the opportunity to enhance your skills in a dynamic environment, providing care in long-term conditions and mental health. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive induction program, along with opportunities for career development. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role could be your next great opportunity.

Benefits

Bespoke induction training

Competency framework

Career development opportunities

Learning Management System support

Team support

Qualifications

• Candidates must have MBChB or MBBS and GMC registration.
• Experience as a General Practitioner is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class healthcare to diverse patients.
• Provide clinical assessment and timely management decisions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnosis

Substance misuse knowledge

Patient management

Education

MBChB or MBBS

GMC Registration

RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse 1 and 2

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a General Practitioner to join our Primary Care team at HMP Bullingdon, a category B remand Prison located in Oxfordshire. The site has good bus transport links from Bicester and free parking on site for those who are commuting.

HMP Bullingdon houses around 1150 patients aged 18+, with a large aging population. This role would suit a GP with a particular interest in delivering end-to-end care in long-term conditions, substance misuse, or mental health. The site offers a 24/7 healthcare service; as part of the role, you will complete ward rounds on a 21-bed inpatient unit with a high level of elderly care and complete evening receptions.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

This position is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week. You'll receive an annual salary up to £132,930 FTE per annum - depending on experience.

Hours

Sessions can be based between Monday - Friday 8 am and 10 pm, Saturday and Sunday mornings only.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK, and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a General Practitioner, your responsibilities will vary. You will:

• Deliver first-class healthcare to a diverse group of patients, providing opportunities to further develop your knowledge in areas you wouldn't usually experience within a practice or even A&E environment.
• Provide clinical assessment and diagnosis to patients' requirements and make timely decisions regarding future management.
• Provide a highly specialist resource to other members of the healthcare team at the site, as well as the patients you work with, having active involvement in clinical governance and effectiveness activities.

Qualifications required

• MBChB or MBBS
• Inclusion on the GMC Register and GP Performers List
• Evidence of engagement with annual appraisal
• Experience working as a General Practitioner in community general practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Ability to work with patients with a history of substance misuse
• RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse 1 and 2, or prepared to undertake these qualifications

Secure environments are one of the most challenging yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

Patrick Haugh Rd, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX25 1PZ

Employer's website

Practice Plus Group Careers

Salary: £126,600 to £132,930 a year, up to £132,930 FTE per annum depending on experience.