Newly Qualified Salaried GP

Chester Central Primary Care Network; Chester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established primary care network is seeking newly qualified GPs to join their team on a fixed-term salaried contract. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple practices, providing essential care to a diverse patient group without the need for home visits. With a supportive multidisciplinary team and excellent training opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to develop their career in a collaborative environment. Join a network dedicated to improving patient care and making a difference in the community.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

BMA Contract Compliance

Excellent Training Opportunities

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Must be a fully qualified GP with GMC registration.
• Experience in chronic disease management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face and telephone consultations with patients.
• Make autonomous decisions regarding medical problems.

Skills

GMC Registration

Chronic Disease Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Fully Qualified GP

Annual Appraisal and Revalidation

Tools

EMIS Web

Job description

Primary Care Networks (PCNs) form a key building block of the NHS long-term plan. Bringing general practices together to work at scale has been a policy priority for some years for a range of reasons, including improving the ability of practices to recruit and retain staff; managing financial and estates pressures; providing a wider range of services to patients; and facilitating easier integration with the wider health and care system.

Following the release of ARRS GP funding, we are looking for newly qualified GPs (within 2 years) to join Chester Central Primary Care Network on a fixed-term salaried contract. We will consider applications for a minimum of four sessions with a start date as soon as possible.

As a reflection of the lower sessional rate, the post holder won't be required to complete home visits.

Our clinical system for all practices is EMIS Web, supported by a structured administrative team to assist with letters, results, medication management, etc.

Working as part of our multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to support and care for a diverse patient group.

We reserve the right to close the application early, so early application is encouraged.

Main duties of the job

1. Working across two or three of the six practices, undertaking duties including face-to-face and telephone consultations and queries, with no home visits.
2. Making professional, autonomous decisions regarding presenting medical problems, whether self-referred or referred by other healthcare workers within the organization.
3. Assessing healthcare needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
4. Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
5. Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with practice disease management protocols.
6. Recording clear consultation notes to agreed standards.
7. Collecting data for audit purposes and complying with QOF requirements.
8. Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions.
9. Performing all general duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

About us

Chester Central PCN is a well-established PCN delivering excellent care to over 41,000 patients across Chester. It comprises six practices: four in one building (The Elms Medical Practice, Fountains Medical Practice, Northgate Medical Centre, Northgate Village Surgery), and Garden Lane Medical Centre and St. Werburghs Practice for the homeless within walking distance.

Our PCN includes additional roles such as social prescriber link workers, clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, paramedics, dieticians, counselors, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists, which enhance patient services and allow doctors to focus on patient care.

We have two clinical directors working closely together and a PCN Manager overseeing daily operations, forming a strong leadership team.

The practices within the PCN have all secured a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission. The PCN transitioned to an established limited company model in 2023.

We offer:

• NHS pension scheme
• Full compliance with the BMA contract
• Excellent training opportunities and career progression

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like more information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate)
• Be on the NHSE medical performers list
• Within two years of qualification

Desirable

• Experience in chronic disease management, primary prevention, and screening services
• Responsibility for career development, learning, and mandatory training
• Knowledge of practice policies and guidelines
• Commitment to lifelong learning and audit for evidence-based practice
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a confidential manner

Employer details

Employer name

Chester Central Primary Care Network

Address

Fountains Health, Delamere Street, Chester, CH1 4DS