General Practitioner

Out of Hours GP post with Practice Plus IUC, part of Practice Plus Group’s urgent care service, based at a primary care centre. The GP assesses and treats patients of all ages referred through NHS 111, the Clinical Assessment Service, out-of-hours triage and emergency department streaming, mainly face-to-face and by telephone when demand is low. Sessions cover evenings, weekends and bank holidays, with a choice of shift patterns. Applicants need GMC registration and previous out-of-hours experience.

What the job involves

• Assess, diagnose and treat patients of all ages attending the primary care centre for urgent care outside surgery hours
• See patients booked via NHS 111, the Clinical Assessment Service, out-of-hours triage and ED streaming, at around 34 patients per hour
• Manage a varied face-to-face caseload of acute minor illnesses and exacerbations of chronic conditions
• Assist with telephone triage when face-to-face demand is low, giving clinical advice, risk assessment and directing patients to care pathways
• Record consultations and clinical notes on the Adastra clinical system
• Dispense medicines from stock when required, following local protocols and safe medicines management
• Work autonomously and with a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses and administrative staff
• Make referrals to secondary care and liaise with other services
• Keep accurate clinical records and follow Practice Plus Group policies and NHS guidelines

What’s required

Qualifications

• Fully qualified General Practitioner

Registration & licences

• GMC registration
• Relevant UK licence to practise

Experience

• Previous experience working in an out-of-hours setting
• Proven experience using the Adastra clinical system

Skills & knowledge

• Strong clinical assessment skills
• Ability to manage a diverse and often complex caseload
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Checks & eligibility

• Satisfactory references
• DBS check

Other

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centred care in line with Practice Plus Group values
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays

What’s offered

• Range of sessions to choose a shift pattern that suits you
• Professional development opportunities

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