Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical servicesto the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complyingwith the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMCstandards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of thepractice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationshipwith the multidisciplinary team.

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Effective management of long-term conditions
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
• Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
• Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Job responsibilities

To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical servicesto the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complyingwith the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMCstandards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of thepractice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationshipwith the multidisciplinary team.

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Effective management of long-term conditions
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
• Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
• Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Effectively utilises resources
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Desirable

• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS user skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• General understanding of the GMS/PMS contract
• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Effectively utilises resources
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Desirable

• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• EMIS user skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• General understanding of the GMS/PMS contract
• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Shiregreen Medical Centre

Address

492 Bellhouse Road

Sheffield

S5 0RG

Employer's website

https://www.shiregreenmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)