General Practitioner

Practice Plus Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South East London is seeking a General Practitioner to join their team at HMP Thameside. The role involves delivering healthcare to a diverse group of patients, particularly those with substance misuse issues. Ideal candidates will hold relevant medical qualifications and possess experience as a GP in community settings. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Bespoke induction and training

Career development opportunities

Employee assistance helpline

Discounts on shopping and leisure

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a legal right to work in the UK.
• Experience working as a General Practitioner in community general practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class healthcare to diverse patients.
• Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management decisions.
• Engage with patients and contribute to clinical governance.

Skills

Experience with substance misuse prescribing

Ability to work with patients with a history of substance misuse

Engagement with annual appraisal

Continuing professional development

Education

MBChB or MBBS

Inclusion on the GMC Register

RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse 1 and 2

Job description

Role overview

General Practitioner to join the Primary Care team at HMP Thameside. HMP Thameside is a category B remand prison located in South East London. The prison houses around 1,232 patients with needs including substance misuse and mental health. The role is in a busy healthcare environment where no two days are the same. Ideal applicants will have experience with substance misuse prescribing and an interest in delivering training and development for junior prescribing staff.

Hours and compensation

Hours: Monday 9am-5pm; Wednesday 9am-5pm.

Salary: up to £130,000 FTE per annum depending on experience.

How we will 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.

What you'll be doing

Our General Practitioners are highly valued and operate as respected members of the Prison Healthcare community. Your responsibilities will vary, and you will:

• Deliver first-class healthcare to a diverse group of patients and develop knowledge in areas not usually experienced within a practice or A&E environment
• Provide clinical assessment and diagnosis to patient requirements and make timely decisions regarding future management
• Provide a highly specialist resource to other members of the healthcare team on site, while engaging with patients and contributing to 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 willingness to undertake these qualifications

Benefits and additional information

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed

Practice Plus Group is the UK’s leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, and we are committed to unlocking your best work life while delivering high-quality care.