Prison GP: Flexible Part-Time Primary Care Physician

Doctorpa Secure Ltd; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 364,000 - 518,000; Part time

Job summary

Doctorpa Secure Ltd. seeks a General Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team in a secure prison environment. You will deliver high-quality primary care, manage chronic and acute conditions, and coordinate with mental health and nursing staff to ensure continuity of care for a diverse patient group.

The role offers a part-time, flexible schedule with a 6-month locum contract, paying £320 per session. GMC registration and NHS-related safeguarding knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified GP with current GMC registration.
• Experience in primary care with sound clinical decision-making.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and healthcare delivery in secure environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide full GP services including consultations, clinical assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and referrals.
• Manage chronic diseases, acute presentations, and mental health conditions.
• Contribute to 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 prison's electronic health record system.
• Take part in clinical governance activities and support continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GMC Registered

RCGP Part 1/2 (Substance Misuse)

Job description

Doctorpa Secure Ltd. seeks a General Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team in a secure prison environment. You will deliver high-quality primary care, manage chronic and acute conditions, and coordinate with mental health and nursing staff to ensure continuity of care for a diverse patient group.

The role offers a part-time, flexible schedule with a 6-month locum contract, paying £320 per session. GMC registration and NHS-related safeguarding knowledge are essential.