Salaried Gp

Springfield Surgery, Elstead; Camberley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly practice team, replacing a vacant position in a supportive, patient-centred environment.

The successful candidate will work with our GP Partners and broader practice team to deliver high-quality general medical services to nearly 5,000 patients, including regular care home ward rounds and a collaborative approach within East Waverley PCN.

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC.
• GP qualification including MRCGP or an equivalent.
• Eligible to work as a GP in the UK.
• Experience in providing general medical services within primary care.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred general medical services.
• Undertake face-to-face, telephone and other appropriate consultations.
• Assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Undertake regular care home ward rounds and provide ongoing medical care for residents.
• Collaborate with care home staff and other professionals to meet patient needs.
• Prescribe medications safely and refer to secondary care when needed.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Participate in practice meetings and contribute to wider practice work.
• Support clinical governance, audits, and continuing professional development.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Decision-making

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Clinical governance

Education

GMC registered

GP qualification incl. MRCGP

UK work eligibility

Tools

EMIS

Job description

Job summary

Springfield Surgery is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly practice team.

This is a replacement position and provides an excellent opportunity for a GP who is looking to work within a supportive, welcoming and patient-focused environment.

The successful candidate will work alongside our existing clinical and administrative teams to provide high-quality general medical services to our patient population.

We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to providing excellent patient care and who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team.

The number of sessions and working pattern can be discussed with the successful applicant.

We would be delighted to hear from experienced GPs as well as those who are earlier in their careers.

Informal visits and conversations are very welcome.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred general medical services to our practice population of nearly 5,000 patients.

Main duties will include routine GP consultations, telephone and face-to-face appointments, management of acute and long-term conditions, prescribing, referrals, reviewing results and clinical correspondence, and completing associated clinical administration.

The role will also include regular care home ward rounds and ongoing clinical support for care home residents.

You will work closely with our 2 GP Partners, wider practice team and colleagues across East Waverley PCN. As a training practice, we value teamwork, shared learning and professional development, and we would welcome a GP who is keen to contribute positively to the wider life of the practice.

About us

Springfield Surgery is a friendly and supportive training practice caring for a patient population of nearly 5,000 patients.

Our clinical team includes 2 GP Partners, working alongside our wider nursing, healthcare and administrative teams. We are proud to be a training practice and are committed to supporting learning, professional development and the future of general practice.

We are also part of the East Waverley Primary Care Network (PCN), working collaboratively with neighbouring practices and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality care to our local population.

At Springfield Surgery, we aim to provide high-quality, compassionate and patient-centred care while maintaining a positive and supportive working environment for our team.

We value teamwork, good communication and a friendly atmosphere, and we are looking for a Salaried GP who will enjoy becoming an integral part of the practice.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with our GP Partners and wider practice team, contribute to the ongoing development of the surgery and play an active role in delivering care to our patient population.

As a training practice, we particularly value shared learning, clinical discussion and supporting colleagues at all stages of their careers.

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will undertake the usual responsibilities associated with working as a Salaried GP in general practice.

• Providing high-quality, patient-centred general medical services.
• Undertaking face-to-face, telephone and other appropriate consultations.
• Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients presenting with acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Undertaking regular care home ward rounds and providing ongoing medical care and clinical support to care home residents.
• Working collaboratively with care home staff, families and other healthcare professionals to support the needs of care home patients.
• Prescribing medication safely and appropriately in accordance with current guidance.
• Making appropriate referrals to secondary care and other healthcare services.
• Reviewing investigation results, correspondence and clinical information and taking appropriate action.
• Supporting the management of patients with long-term conditions.
• Providing preventative healthcare and health promotion advice.
• Maintaining accurate, clear and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Completing appropriate clinical administration, including prescriptions, referrals, reports and correspondence.
• Participating in practice clinical meetings and contributing to the wider work of the practice.
• Working collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare professionals, administrative colleagues and members of the wider primary care team.
• Contributing to clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety.
• Participating in appropriate practice audits, learning events and significant event reviews.
• Maintaining professional knowledge and skills through continuing professional development.
• Working in accordance with GMC requirements, NHS guidance, practice policies and relevant legislation.
• Contributing positively to the friendly and supportive culture of Springfield Surgery.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient-centred approach to care.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• An understanding of clinical governance and patient safety.
• Appropriate IT skills for working within modern general practice.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and information governance requirements.

Desirable

• It would be helpful, although not essential, if applicants have:
• Experience of EMIS
• An interest or additional qualification in an area that complements the existing clinical team.
• Experience of quality improvement, audit or service development.

Qualifications

Essential

• Applicants must:
• Be fully registered with the General Medical Council.
• Be included on the NHS England Medical Performers List or be eligible for inclusion.
• Hold appropriate GP qualification, including MRCGP or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Be eligible to work as a GP in the UK.

Experience

Essential

• Applicants should have:
• Experience of providing general medical services within primary care.
• Experience of assessing and managing a broad range of clinical presentations.
• An understanding of the responsibilities and pressures associated with modern general practice.
• Experience of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Applications from newly qualified GPs are also welcomed.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).