Salaried GP in Poulton le Fylde inPoulton le Fylde PUBLISHED THU 3 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
We are looking for a Salaried GP for 4-8 sessions, to join our vibrant, forward-thinking team at Lockwood GP Surgery.
The post-holder will participate with colleagues to maintain a rota of cover during practice opening hours (5-day period) to deal with a wide range of health needs in primary care at Lockwood GP Surgery.
We also have a close working relationship with Bloomfield Medical. As this working relationship develops, there will be an increased opportunity for the postholder to deliver primary care services across a wide range of sites including:
Bloomfield Medical Centre, Grange Park Surgery, the Blackpool Urgent Treatment Centre, and the Blackpool Victoria Urgent Treatment Centre, co-located with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Emergency Department (based on the Acute Hospital site).
Main duties of the job
- Provide high- quality care in a primary care setting. Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.
- Management of screening, prevention and chronic care issues.
- Admin duties: Managing necessary paperwork through EMIS clinical system and ensuring timely communication with other health providers.
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- 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
- In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health.
- Providing counselling and health education
- In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home/community settings, checking, and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork, and correspondence in a timely fashion.
- 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.
- Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible).
- 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, including participation in the Duty Team on call arrangements.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Benefits
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Can you tell us about your professional journey and what led you to apply for this role at Lockwood GP Surgery?
What qualities do you believe make a successful GP, particularly in a primary care setting?
How do you stay updated with the latest developments and guidelines in primary care medicine?
Can you provide an example of a challenging case you’ve handled? What was your approach and the outcome?
Describe your experience with managing chronic care issues and how you develop care plans for your patients.
1. Can you tell us about your professional journey and what led you to apply for this role at Lockwood GP Surgery?
2. What qualities do you believe make a successful GP, particularly in a primary care setting?
3. How do you stay updated with the latest developments and guidelines in primary care medicine?
4. Can you provide an example of a challenging case you’ve handled? What was your approach and the outcome?
5. Describe your experience with managing chronic care issues and how you develop care plans for your patients.
Useful skills for a Salaried GP:
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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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