Salaried GP - Bordesley East PCN

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Bordesley East PCN in the East Locality of Birmingham.

We are a dynamic, modern, forward-thinking PCN team, who are passionate about developing and delivering excellent quality local services to meet the needs of our patient population.

Following the recent changes in the ARRS Scheme to introduce General Practitioners, we are looking to expand our PCN team by seeking to employ a newly qualified General Practitioner to work alongside our practices and PCN staff (must have qualified within the last 2 years).

As well as general practice staff, our PCN staff group includes Clinical Pharmacists and Technicians, Physicians Associates, Social Prescribers, Mental Health practitioners, General Practice Assistants, Physiotherapists, and Care Coordinators.

Main duties of the job

To perform as an autonomous general practitioner working independently and with other healthcare professionals to assess, diagnose and treat the conditions of patients attending a primary care setting.

To provide professional advice to patients, carers and colleagues and ensure the maintenance of clinical excellence. To be professionally accountable and responsible for all elements of clinical practice in accordance with the GMC code of conduct, ensuring the safety of patients and the quality of care provided.

About us

Bordesley East PCN is a modern dynamic forward-thinking PCN located in the east of Birmingham looking after over 30,000 patients. Our PCN is committed to providing high-quality medical care to our patients, using the latest technologies and innovative medical practices.

At the PCN practices, we understand the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the medical field. That's why we use cutting-edge technology to provide our patients with the best possible care. From online booking and video consultations to electronic prescriptions, we strive to make healthcare as convenient and accessible as possible for our patients.

Our team of highly skilled and experienced healthcare professionals is dedicated to providing personalised care to every patient we see. We believe that a patient-centred approach is essential to providing effective medical care, which is why we take the time to understand the unique needs of each individual patient and develop a customised treatment plan to meet their specific needs.

The PCN practices are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients in a warm and welcoming environment. We believe that healthcare should be accessible to everyone, and we strive to make this a reality through commitment, innovation, and excellence.

Job responsibilities

In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will be available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork, reports and correspondence in a timely fashion.

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.

Manage long-term conditions and patients with complex problems.

Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.

Collecting data for audit purposes and complying with QOF requirements.

Delivering enhanced services.

Check, manage & process patient test results.

Refer patients to secondary care and/or relevant organisations and internally within the PCN (eg to additional roles members of the PCN team) as required.

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 the duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Person Specification Qualifications

• Qualified GP - within 2 years of qualifying
• MRCGP or equivalent medical degree
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP/PMETB
• General Practitioner - Certificate of Completion of Training CCT
• Full registration with GMC
• Evidence of a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
• Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda
• Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the area including health inequalities
• Understanding current NHS policies
• Understanding of General Practice Services
• Understanding of Primary Care Networks and how they work
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbally
• Excellent organisational skills
• Able to work calmly under pressure
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Clinical System Experience
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Committed to working as part of a multidisciplinary, multi-agency primary care team
• Openness to explore alternative working practices

Experience

• Understanding of General Practice Services
• Understanding of Primary Care Networks and how they work
• Understanding the role of medical services in a wider public health agenda
• Knowledge of the demographic characteristics that affect health and health care in the area including health inequalities
• Understanding current NHS policies

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.