Salaried GPinKnightoninKnightonPUBLISHED FRI 27 SEP 2024
Wylcwm Street SurgeryrEOWfKVW
Wylcwm Street Surgery in Knighton is seeking a motivated Salaried GP to join their esteemed training practice that blends traditional family medicine with a modern approach. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking environment, with potential for partnership in the future. Responsibilities include conducting surgery and telephone consultations, home visits, managing repeat prescriptions, and participating in an on-call duty rotation. The GP will also make autonomous clinical decisions, develop care plans, provide patient education, ensure proper documentation, and engage in quality improvement and audit activities.
Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to adhere to practice policies and guidelines, commit to continuous professional development, and actively participate in the enhancement of patient record systems and clinical standards. This position offers a comprehensive opportunity to be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality healthcare and fostering long-term stability.
Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to adhere to practice policies and guidelines, commit to continuous professional development, and actively participate in the enhancement of patient record systems and clinical standards. This position offers a comprehensive opportunity to be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality healthcare and fostering long-term stability.
An excellent opportunity has become available for a GP to join a highly regarded training practice as a Salaried GP (Partnership Potential).
A highly regarded, forward-thinking Teaching Practice, combining the valued elements of a traditional family practice, with a progressive attitude. There are exciting opportunities for the future and long-term stability.
Clinical responsibilities:
- In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.
- Taking a share in the on-call duty doctor rota for urgent care.
- Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
- Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
- Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
- Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
- Providing counselling and health education
- Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
- Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
- Collecting data for audit purposes
- Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate
- In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
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Other responsibilities within the organisation:
- Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety
- A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice
- Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation
- Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records
- Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data
- Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.
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To work as a salaried GP (General Practitioner) in the UK, you need a combination of medical knowledge, clinical skills, and interpersonal abilities. Here are some key skills and attributes that are essential:
Medical Knowledge and Clinical Skills
1. Medical Degree: A valid medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) is required, with completion of the Foundation Training (F1 and F2 years).
2. General Practice Training: Completion of a GP Specialty Training program (usually three years) leading to a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
3. Clinical Competence: Strong clinical skills to accurately diagnose and manage a variety of health conditions across all age groups.
4. Emergency Care Knowledge: Ability to handle emergencies, including basic life support and advanced life support skills.
5. Medication Management: Knowledge of prescribing medications safely and effectively.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
1. Patient Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, explaining medical conditions and treatment options effectively.
2. Teamwork: Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, pharmacists, and specialists.
3. Cultural Competence: Sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds and needs of patients.
Organizational and Administrative Skills
1. Time Management: Efficiently manage clinical workloads and appointments.
2. Record Keeping: Proficiency in maintaining accurate and clear patient records, including using electronic health record systems.
3. Data Analysis: Ability to use data for clinical audits and quality improvement.
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
1. Analytical Skills: Evaluate complex medical information, make clinical judgments, and develop treatment plans.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust approaches based on patient needs and changes in healthcare policies.
Professional Skills
1. Continuing Professional Development: Commitment to lifelong learning and staying current with medical advancements and guidelines.
2. Ethical Practice: Understanding of ethical issues in medicine and commitment to patient confidentiality and informed consent.
Leadership and Management (optional but beneficial)
1. Leadership Skills: Ability to lead a team if you take on roles in practice management or quality improvement initiatives.
2. Financial Acumen: Basic understanding of budgeting and resource management can be advantageous.
Additional Considerations
- Registration: You must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and in good standing.
- Level of Experience: While not a formal skill, prior experience in various medical settings can enhance your capability as a GP.
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