Salaried GP (4-6 Sessions)NHS

Job summary

Holmside Medical Group is seeking to recruit a 4-6 session Salaried GP to join our friendly, supportive and ambitious team.

We are a modern, forward thinking, Outstanding CQC rated training practice serving approximately 10,000 patients in Newcastle upon Tyne. We provide care to a diverse population with a wide range of health needs, offering a varied and rewarding workload. Our team is passionate about delivering high quality patient care, supporting professional development, and making a positive difference to the health and wellbeing of our local community every day.

We are looking for a GP who wants to be part of a team where every member of staff is valued, listened to and supported. We genuinely believe the best ideas can come from anyone, and we actively encourage our clinicians to help shape the future direction of the practice.

We are willing to wait for the right person because finding somebody who shares our values is more important than simply filling a vacancy.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to the registered practice population in line with the GMS contract. Responsibilities include the assessment, diagnosis and management of acute and long-term conditions; safe and effective prescribing in accordance with local and national guidance; undertaking telephone triage and duty doctor sessions on a rotational basis; managing referrals, repeat prescriptions and associated clinical administration; and maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.

The post holder will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, share practice workload equitably, contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and QOF achievement, and support the ongoing development of practice services. They will be expected to participate in practice meetings, appraisal and revalidation processes, maintain their own continuing professional development, support the training of healthcare students, and contribute to the achievement of the practice's strategic objectives whilst promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Job description

To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract.

Furthermore, the post holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

Like many practices, we offer the things you would expect:

• 15-minute appointments
• Protected administration time
• Strong multidisciplinary team including pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, advanced practice paramedic, First Contact Physiotherapists, Mental Health Practitioners and Link Workers
• Excellent nursing and healthcare assistant team
• GP registrars, foundation doctors and medical students
• Dedicated and experienced administrative and care navigation teams
• Opportunities for leadership, quality improvement and special interests
• Funded CPD
• BMA model contract

These things matter, but they are not what makes us special.

What makes Holmside different?

For us, it is our culture.

We are looking for a GP who wants to be part of a team where every member of staff is valued, listened to and supported. We genuinely believe the best ideas can come from anyone, and we actively encourage our clinicians to help shape the future direction of the practice.

Whether you are newly qualified, returning to practice, working on a retainer scheme or an experienced GP looking for a change, we would love to hear from you. The most important thing is finding someone whose values align with ours.

Why join us?

The thing we are most proud of is our teamwork.

General practice has never been more demanding, but we have built a culture where people support one another through the challenges and celebrate successes together. From our reception and administrative teams through to our clinicians and partners, we work collaboratively and with mutual respect.

As an Outstanding practice serving a diverse population, we combine high quality clinical care with a strong sense of social purpose. We are passionate advocates for our patients and for reducing health inequalities, while also recognising the importance of creating a sustainable and enjoyable working environment for our team.

Interested?

If we sparked your interest, please get in touch for an informal discussion or visit.

Please contact:

Ruth McKeown, Practice Manager [email protected] or Dr Rachel Cooper, Senior Partner [email protected]

We are willing to wait for the right person because finding somebody who shares our values is more important than simply filling a vacancy.

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

d. Effective management of long-term conditions

e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

g. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

h. Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

k. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

l. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

m. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

n. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

o. Prepare and complete the revalidation process

p. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

q. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

r. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

s. Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

t. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement

Secondary responsibilities

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

a. Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

c. Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)

** See attached JD and PS for full Job Description **

About us

What makes Holmside different?

For us, it is our culture.

We are looking for a GP who wants to be part of a team where every member of staff is valued, listened to and supported. We genuinely believe the best ideas can come from anyone, and we actively encourage our clinicians to help shape the future direction of the practice.

Whether you are newly qualified, returning to practice, working on a retainer scheme or an experienced GP looking for a change, we would love to hear from you. The most important thing is finding someone whose values align with ours.

Why join us?

The thing we are most proud of is our teamwork.

General practice has never been more demanding, but we have built a culture where people support one another through the challenges and celebrate successes together. From our reception and administrative teams through to our clinicians and partners, we work collaboratively and with mutual respect.

As an Outstanding practice serving a diverse population, we combine high quality clinical care with a strong sense of social purpose. We are passionate advocates for our patients and for reducing health inequalities, while also recognising the importance of creating a sustainable and enjoyable working environment for our team.