General Practitioner

DoctorPA Secure LTD; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in secure environments is seeking a General Practitioner to work in a prison setting. The role involves providing full GP services, tackling chronic diseases and mental health conditions, while contributing to improved health outcomes for those facing health inequalities. This position offers a rewarding environment and the chance to work collaboratively with various healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience as a General Practitioner.
• Ability to manage chronic diseases and mental health conditions.
• Familiarity with NHS guidelines for cervical screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide full GP services including consultations, clinical assessments, diagnosis, treatment.
• Manage chronic diseases, acute presentations, and mental health conditions.
• Participate in clinical audits and support continuous quality improvement.

Job description

As a GP in a prison setting, youll play a vital role in improving health outcomes for individuals who may have complex health and social care needs. Your work will help reduce health inequalities and ensure continuity of care in a challenging but rewarding environment.,

• Provide full GP services including consultations, clinical assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and referrals.
• Conduct cervical screening (smear tests) in accordance with NHS guidelines and ensure appropriate follow-up and referral where necessary.
• Manage chronic diseases, acute presentations, and mental health conditions.
• Contribute to the management of substance misuse and support detox pathways.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, mental health professionals, pharmacists, and external healthcare providers.
• Participate in clinical audits, risk assessments, and safeguarding processes.
• Maintain comprehensive clinical records using the prisons electronic health record system.
• Take part in clinical governance activities and support continuous quality improvement.
  
  DrPA has been operating in secure environments since 2014 providing General Practitioner services. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE:
• Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive
• Assurance that care is evidence-based & demonstrates high quality outcomes for our patients
• Respectful of peoples cultural and religious beliefs
• Equitable care that is in line with the community services