General Practitioner (GP)

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in greater London is seeking an experienced General Practitioner to deliver safe and effective patient care. This role involves providing medical services to registered patients in accordance with contractual guidelines and maintaining high clinical standards. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, medical qualifications, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. The position is full time, covering nine sessions per week, offering a competitive salary between £11,000 to £12,000 per session.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years as a salaried GP.
• Experience of working in a primary care environment.
• Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective medical care to the practice population.
• Maintain accurate clinical records.
• Support the training of medical students.

Skills

Clear, polite telephone manner

Effective time management

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem solving & analytical skills

Competent in the use of Office and Outlook

Ability to work as a team member and autonomously

Education

MRCGP

Qualified General Practitioner (CCT)

National Performers List registration

Tools

EMIS Web

Job description

The primary focus for this role is to help deliver safe and effective patient care to registered patients across DMC Primary care. You will be responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the [GMS/PMS] contract. Furthermore, the post-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.

Main duties of the job

The delivery of effective medical care to the entitled population. Provision of services in line with the GMS contract. Generic prescribing in accordance with local and national guidance. Effective management of long‑term conditions using CESEL guidelines. Timely processing of administration, including referrals, repeat prescriptions and related tasks. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor responsibilities. Maintain accurate clinical records in line with best practice, policy and guidance. Work collaboratively, sharing an equal proportion of the practice workload. Adhere to clinical guidelines and participate in audit processes. Contribute to continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice. Accept delegated responsibility for specific areas, including QOF. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings. Support the development and maintenance of the practice, including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR. Ensure compliance with appraisal and revalidation. Commit to ongoing professional development and promote learning across the practice team. Support the training of medical students. Assist partners in achieving strategic objectives, making recommendations to improve income and reduce costs. Adhere to practice protocols and policies. Promote collaborative working and a culture of continuous improvement. Participate in practice audits, local initiatives to enhance service delivery.

About us

DMC Healthcare is a leading independent provider of primary care, consultant‑led dermatology, radiology reporting, in‑sourced routine endoscopy services and MSK community services to the NHS. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to achieve healthier outcomes. Firmly rooted in the NHS and dedicated to excellent patient care for nearly 55 years, DMC Healthcare currently works with 30+ NHS organisations and other partners, treating over 100,000* patients each year. With NHS waiting list pressures, workforce shortages and unprecedented demand, we want to help. We support capacity deficits with a firm eye on quality and robust clinical governance. Find out more: https://dmchealthcare.co.uk

Job responsibilities

The primary focus for this role is to help deliver safe and effective patient care to registered patients across DMC Primary care. You will be responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the [GMS/PMS] contract. Furthermore, the post-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.

Core functions, but not limited to:

• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Effective management of long‑term conditions using CESEL guidelines
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
• 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
• Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
• Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Prepare and complete the re‑validation process
• Commit to self‑learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
• Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement
• Participate in practice audits as requested by the GP lead
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
• Participate in the review of significant events.

Person Specification

Skills

• 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

Experience

• 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 EMIS Web
• General understanding of the GMS contract

Qualifications

• MRCGP
• Qualified General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

£11,000 to £12,000 a session
Full time position for 9 sessions per week