Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Undertake face-to-face and telephone consultations as required.
• Assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Develop appropriate management and treatment plans in partnership with patients.
• Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with national and local guidelines.
• Review and act upon laboratory, imaging and other diagnostic results.
• Make appropriate referrals to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide appropriate follow-up and ongoing management of patients.
• Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate and in accordance with practice arrangements.
• Provide preventative healthcare, health promotion and lifestyle advice.
• Support the management and review of patients with long-term conditions.
• Recognise and appropriately manage patients presenting with urgent or emergency conditions.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and comprehensive clinical records using EMIS Web.
• Ensure appropriate clinical coding and documentation is completed.

Safeguarding

• Recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns involving children and vulnerable adults.
• Follow practice safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the practice safeguarding team and external agencies where appropriate.

Administrative Duties

• Review and action clinical correspondence, including hospital letters, discharge summaries and investigation results.
• Complete clinical tasks within agreed practice timescales.
• Undertake medication reviews and contribute to safe and effective prescribing.
• Complete appropriate reports, forms and medical documentation.
• Participate in the management of incoming clinical workflow.

Quality Improvement and Clinical Governance

• Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement activities.
• Contribute to the achievement of QOF, Enhanced Services and other relevant practice targets.
• Participate in significant event reviews and learning from incidents.
• Support the practice in maintaining high standards of clinical governance and patient safety.
• Work within GMC professional standards and all relevant NHS guidance and legislation.
• Contribute to the practice's preparation for and compliance with CQC requirements.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, healthcare assistants, social prescribers, care coordinators and administrative staff.
• Provide appropriate clinical advice and support to members of the wider practice team.
• Attend practice and multidisciplinary team meetings where required.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues, patients and external healthcare professionals.
• Support medical students, GP trainees and other learners where appropriate and agreed with the practice.

Professional Development

• Maintain full GMC registration and a licence to practise.
• Maintain inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation requirements.
• Maintain professional knowledge and competence through appropriate Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Keep up to date with developments in clinical practice, prescribing guidance and NHS requirements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration with a current Licence to Practise.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• MRCGP or equivalent qualification.
• Appropriate postgraduate GP experience.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage clinical workload effectively and prioritise patient safety.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Good IT and clinical record-keeping skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within UK General Practice.
• Experience using EMIS Web.
• Experience undertaking clinical audit and quality improvement.
• Experience in teaching or supporting students/trainees.
• GP experience in a specialist clinical area.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Limes Medical Centre, Lye

Address

The Limes Medical Centre

172 High Street

Lye

Stourbridge

West Midlands

DY9 8LL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are a well-respected team comprising 1 partner, 3 salaried GPs, and 4 ANPs, supported by a Nursing/Healthcare team. The surgery is a GMS Practice in Wombwell, close to the M1. We are recruiting a salaried GP for 6-8 sessions per week, depending on the right candidate.

• Diverse population of just over 10,000 patients at one site in Wombwell

• Newly qualified or experienced GPs welcome

• 7 weeks annual/study leave
• Sessions negotiable
• Training and career development opportunities in all roles are a key part of the practice ethos

• Supportive, enthusiastic healthcare team.
• Well-developed neighbourhood working as part of Barnsley Primary Care Network
• Truly innovative and always looking for new ideas or ways of working
• Electronic Lloyds George records
• One-click paperless referrals

Informal enquiries and visits are welcome.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration with licence to practise
• Included on the NHS England Medical Performers List
• MRCGP (or equivalent) and CCT (or due to obtain before appointment).

Desirable

• Previous partnership or leadership experience
• Portfolio interests that complement the existing partnership
• Qualifications

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

WOMBWELL MEDICAL CENTRE

Address

George Street

Wombwell

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S730DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wombwellmedicalcentre.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job DescriptionJob Summary

Chadwell Heath Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will work as an autonomous practitioner, providing high-quality, patient-centred primary care services to our diverse practice population. The post holder will be responsible for delivering safe, effective and evidence-based clinical care while contributing to the ongoing development of the practice and supporting the wider healthcare team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to achieve a healthy work-life balance while working within a collaborative and innovative environment.

The post holder will:

• Provide comprehensive general medical services to registered patients.
• Undertake face-to-face, telephone and online consultations.
• Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Prescribe safely and cost-effectively in accordance with local and national guidelines.
• Manage long-term conditions and preventative healthcare programmes.
• Review, action and process clinical correspondence, pathology results, repeat prescriptions and other clinical administration in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS Web.
• Participate in duty doctor and triage sessions as required.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, care coordinators and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Support the delivery of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and other contractual requirements.
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and audit activities.
• Participate in practice meetings and significant event reviews.
• Support teaching, training and mentoring activities where appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with GMC guidance, appraisal and revalidation requirements.
• Adhere to practice policies, information governance requirements, safeguarding procedures and professional standards at all times.

Chadwell Heath Surgery is a well-established, patient-focused GP practice committed to providing high-quality healthcare to the local community. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate care while fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment. Our clinical and administrative teams work closely together to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients and to support one another in a positive team culture.

The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role, depending on service requirements and organisational needs. The practice is committed to equality, diversity, continuous professional development and staff wellbeing. Information adapted from

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• MRCGP, CCT (or equivalent) and eligible to practise independently in the UK.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable

• Desirable
• Additional qualifications or special interests relevant to Primary Care.
• Clinical supervision, teaching or training qualifications.

Experience

Essential

• Essential
• Experience of working as a GP in UK Primary Care.
• Experience managing acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Experience of clinical decision-making and risk management.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of QOF, clinical governance and audit processes.
• Experience using electronic patient record systems.

Desirable

• Desirable
• Experience using EMIS Web.
• Experience undertaking duty doctor and telephone triage sessions.
• Experience participating in quality improvement projects and clinical audits.
• Experience supporting the training or supervision of healthcare professionals or students.
• Interest in service development, leadership or a specialist clinical area.

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

Chadwell Heath Surgery

Address

72-74, Chadwell Heath Lane

Romford

RM6 4AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chadwellheathsurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will work closely with senior clinical, operational and executive colleagues across the network to develop safe, effective and innovative POCT services and clinical pathways. The role includes responsibility for the strategic development of POCT, quality and governance, workforce development, procurement and service innovation.

BSPS has already demonstrated what can be achieved through innovation. Our LabKit model brings laboratory-quality mobile POCT into community and primary care settings including GP surgeries, urgent care centres and patients' own homes supporting the network's wider Hospital@Home and Virtual Ward services.

We are looking for an experienced and credible Clinical Scientist with significant POCT experience and the ability to operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels. You will combine scientific expertise with leadership, vision, innovation and the confidence to influence and challenge senior clinical colleagues. You will have a strong understanding of POCT quality and governance, EQA, clinical risk, service development and the application of POCT across healthcare settings. You will be passionate about developing people, improving patient pathways and ensuring POCT delivers genuine clinical value.

You will be joining a pathology network recognised nationally for its scale, innovation and quality, and taking leadership of a POCT service that has already achieved national recognition. The foundations are exceptional, and we are now looking for the person who can take POCT at BSPS to the next level. If you are ambitious about the future of Point of Care Testing and want to lead a service with genuine national standing, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First degree or assessed equivalent level of knowledge and expertise
• Masters Degree or assessed equivalent level of knowledge and expertise in a relevant specialty
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists or relevant PhD
• Demonstration of Continuing Professional Development at agreed level of participation
• Registered as a clinical scientist with Health and Care Professions Council
• To have completed a minimum of 5 years in post as a Registered Clinical Scientist of which at least 2 years should have been at advanced practitioner level.
• Experience in consulting with clinical staff of all grades wanting advice on any aspect of pathology specialty/POCT and its relevance in specific situations.

Desirable

• PhD and FRCPath

Managerial

Essential

• Experience as an active member of relevant committees
• Knowledge of financial management, resource allocation and procurement.
• Able to advise and lead on specific service development and strategic planning
• Able to provide leadership for the POCT Team and professional direction to more junior staff.
• Able to develop and take responsibility for professional guidelines and policies impacting across the Trust and Health Community
• Able to organise and manage complex activities
• Able to prepare and present complex scientific and clinical information at local, regional, national and international conferences.
• Able to negotiate to provide value for money from diagnostic companies.
• Good coaching, teaching and mentoring skills.

Desirable

• Leadership course/qualification Management course/qualification

Personality

Essential

• Positive attitude to solving problems and to managing change
• Able to prioritise tasks and organise time efficiently
• Able to inspire confidence in peers and subordinates through excellent interpersonal skills, common sense and ability to express rational logic

Experience and Scientific Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of the UK POCT diagnostics market.
• To have an extensive knowledge of routine and specialised analytical methods, quality assurance and problem
• To have a sound knowledge of metabolic medicine in adults, children and neonates, consistent with pathology specialty.
• To have a good knowledge of managerial processes within a typical NHS Hospital Trust.
• Extensive knowledge of specialist healthcare science activities across the healthcare sector and opportunities for use of POCT.

Desirable

• To have expert knowledge in a specialised area

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Frimley Park Hospital

Portsmouth Road

Frimley

GU16 7UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and a current licence to practise in England.
• Included on the NHS England GP Performers List, or eligible to apply.
• Demonstrates a commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Able to assess, diagnose and manage a broad range of acute and chronic conditions safely and effectively.
• Able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Good clinical decision-making, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to manage workload safely and effectively within a modern general practice environment.
• Commitment to professional development, appraisal and revalidation.
• Shares the practice values of collaboration, respect and continuous improvement.

Desirable

• Experience of working in UK general practice.
• Experience or interest in managing patients with long-term conditions, frailty or complex health needs.
• Interest in or experience of New Models of Care and proactive management of patients with complex needs.
• Interest in or experience of quality improvement, audit or service development.
• Familiarity with total triage or digital access systems, such as Anima.
• Interest in developing or maintaining a special clinical interest.
• Experience of or interest in teaching, mentoring or supervision.
• Willingness to contribute positively to the ongoing development and success of the practice.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

Spinney Brook Medical Centre

Address

59 High Street

Irthlingborough

Northamptonshire

NN9 5GA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.spinneybrookmedcentre.co.uk/default.asp (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Strategic

• Support the PCN with patient call/recall, appointment booking and proactive reminders via texts, telephone, and letters.
• Work with the PCN to identify and manage patient caseloads and support personalised care.
• Be the point of liaison for patients and carers/relatives, and interface with health and social care professionals.
• Provide coordination and navigation for patients and carers/relatives across health and care services, alongside other PCN staff and other primary care roles.
• Support the delivery of enhanced services and other PCN service requirements.
• Contribute to tackling inequalities in health and social care particularly regarding patients with long-term conditions.
• Run searches and reports using the clinical system, EMIS Web.
• Support the coordination of and manage the administrative functions of MDTs.
• Provide ad hoc support to the PCN team and clinical leads.
• Provide administrative support (i.e. DOCMAN, patient registrations) to PCN member practices as required.
• Prepare and produce reports, spreadsheets, and presentations as required.

Communication

• Provide face-to-face support to patients attending PCN practices and local community venues, including welcoming and checking in patients, responding to queries, and providing information and signposting to appropriate services.
• Respond to telephone and email enquiries, and patient call backs in a timely manner.
• Help patients to manage their care needs, answering their queries and supporting them to make and manage appointments.
• Follow-up with patients who do not attend appointments.
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers/relatives, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural backgrounds, and preferred ways of communicating.
• Provide written or verbal information to patients and carers/relatives on behalf of clinicians and services.
• Record clear, accurate and contemporaneous notes, and coding in patients' medical records.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with outside agencies and local community centres to help coordinate pathways of care for patients.
• Send out mail merges and bulk texts to patients for a number of campaigns, i.e., flu vaccinations, cancer screening.

• Obtain, collate, and evaluate patient feedback.

Quality Improvement

• Review the completeness and accuracy of data entered in clinical systems.
• Support the CHE / PCN team with data reconciliation.
• Perform data quality checks and correct any errors identified.

Key Relationships

• Internal PCN executive team, PCN clinical directors, PCN clinical leads, PCN member practices, PCN workforce, MDT members.
• External WNL ICB, Local providers (C&I, CNWL, RFL, LBC, UCLH), GP Federations, PCNs, PPGs, Suppliers.

Person Specification

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy working environment and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Attention to detail
• Ability to use own initiative to resolve problems
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Good telephony and email skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Experience providing advice/signposting to users
• Open to innovation and new ways of working

Desirable

• Ability to provide motivational coaching to support behaviour change
• Experience or training in personalised care and support planning
• Understands good clinical and information governance
• Touch typing

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English
• Educated to A level / NVQ 3 level in a relevant subject or equivalent level of qualification or significant equivalent previous proven experience
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• ECDL qualification
• Additional language skills (e.g. Bengali)

Other requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel and work across various PCN practices and community venues, where applicable
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of patients and the PCN
• Willingness to undergo further training and development as the role develops

Aptitudes

Desirable

• Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to cope with uncertainty and change
• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
• Professional, calm, and efficient manner
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Positive and flexible approach to work
• Willing to engage with, learn from and sustain relationships with health professionals and colleagues
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Sensitive to patients needs

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic knowledge of available local health services
• Appreciation of the relationship between NHS Bodies, including GP Practices, Federations, PCNs, ICBs and NHS England

Desirable

• Good local knowledge of health landscape and population needs
• Understanding of local and national strategic priorities
• Understanding of local culture between practices and other providers

Experience

Essential

• Experience in creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets, and databases
• Experience of administrative duties
• Experience in auditing
• Experience in dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Knowledge/familiarity with medical terminology

Desirable

• Experience of interacting with patients, clients or customers, both face-to-face and over the telephone
• Experience of working in the NHS, including either in Primary Care, or with close ties to Primary Care
• Experience in using EMIS Web and running EMIS Web searches and reports
• Experience in using Accurx, Surgery Connect and DOCMAN
• Experience of training in personalised care and support planning

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Camden Health Evolution Ltd

Address

Workspace

60 Gray's Inn Road

London

WC1X 8LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.camdenhealthevolution.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team supporting the Primary Care Dean and GP Heads of School in improving learner experience and safety, and ultimately the patient experience in the Midlands.

If this role interests you and you believe you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would be delighted to receive your application. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Clear understanding and evidence of involvement in delivery and management of healthcare education and training.
• Knowledge of contemporary information management systems and technology as a tool in education and training.
• Understanding of the roles and contributors to the multi-professional health care workforce.
• Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years.
• Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education

Skills, Capabilities and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel and prioritise tasks accordingly.
• Track record of influencing and motivating others.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills and able to 'sell' the vision.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Able to demonstrate NHSE's values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution.
• Collaborative leadership style.
• Commitment and enthusiasm for education and training.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Adaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments.
• Commitment to own personal development

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent) in Public Health (for roles in School of Public Health)
• Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association.
• Applicants should either work in NHS clinical practice (or similar setting) or should have previously undertaken clinical practice within the last 2 years prior to the intended start date of the role
• Applicants, regardless of professional background, must have a track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role.
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, NHS appraisal processes

Desirable

• Higher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master's in education.

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

NHS England

Address

Any Leicestershire NHSE Office

Leicestershire

LE3 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 5 years post registration experience
• Interest in the development of the general practice clinical pharmacist role

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Masters degree in pharmacy
• Independent prescriber

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society
• Postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy or prescribing
• Teaching qualification

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

Sollershott East

Letchworth Garden City

Hertfordshire

SG6 3JW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience in an IT related discipline.
• Professional certification (CCNA) or equivalent experience in enterprise networking, security, wireless networking, or unified communications.

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Project management experience supported by a Prince 2 foundation qualification.
• ITIL v3 foundation qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Advanced hands-on configuration skills with network/telephony/firewall devices.
• Advanced troubleshooting of network/telephony/firewall issues
• Knowledge of network security principles, QoS, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, VRF and NAC and enterprise troubleshooting methodologies.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years Management experience in an operational role.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a technical Support role.
• Experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure, including routing, switching, wireless LAN, firewalls, VPNs, VoIP/SIP and unified communications platforms.

Desirable

• Experience in the NHS or Public Sector

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Oaks

1 The Oaks Office Park

Ellesmere Port

CH2 4HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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:

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

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

Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

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

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

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

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Prepare and complete the revalidation process

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

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

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Good written presentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• SystmOne skills
• Effective time management planning and organising
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
• Experience with clinical risk management

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC registration
• National Performers List registration (England)
• Independent prescriber
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Evidence of current validation Evidence of last appraisal
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives
• General understanding of the primary care contact
• 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Pimlico Health @ The Marven

Address

46-50

Lupus Street

London

SW1V 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP in delivering health services.

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract

To clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice and any other local guidelines

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care

Effective management of long-term conditions

To support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care

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

Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways

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

Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

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

Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans

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

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

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

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

Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children

Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice

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

Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

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

To be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of providing home visits
• Minimum of 12 months as a salaried GP
• General understanding of the primary care contract
• Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice

Desirable

• An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners

Eligibility

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity
• Evidence of current validation
• Evidence of last appraisal
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures
• Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
• Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
• Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
• Ability to identify risk and assess/manage
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills
• Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• Polite and confident
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Effectively utilise resources

Desirable

• Familiar with:
• EMIS
• Docman
• Word
• Excel

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List.
• MRCGP or equivalent.
• Experience working in UK General Practice.
• Demonstrable knowledge of primary care clinical practice.
• Commitment to patient-centred care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a varied clinical workload.
• Commitment to clinical governance, audit and continuous professional development.
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP

Desirable

• Clinical trainer or supervisor qualification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
• Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice
• Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge
• Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues
• Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose
• Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly
• Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions
• Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
• Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice

Desirable

• Experience of medicines management
• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
• Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service

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

Vine Medical Centre

Address

69 Pemberton Road

East Molesey

Surrey

KT8 9LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.vinemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find further details about the job, in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to master's level or equivalent years' experience
• Relevant Programme and Project Management Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in project and programme management, delivering complex initiatives and achieving measurable outcomes
• Strong experience of leading process analysis and improvement across project, programme, and portfolio environments, driving efficiency and better delivery outcomes
• The ability to deliver programme management functions, including establishment of effective management controls, governance, assurance, strategic planning and analysing, reporting and decision making
• Experience of developing business cases and other investment justification

Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and experience applying them in delivery environments.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Wellington Place

Leeds

LS1 4AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities:

Autonomously assess, differentially diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate individual treatment plans, interventions, and care packages for patients, ensuring safe and appropriate management, timely referrals, and safety netting as required.

Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to expedite safe and timely triage consultations, interventions, and reviews.

Prescribe independently (where legally permitted), review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, and ensure treatment is tailored to patient needs, adhering to contraindications, drug interactions, evidence-based practice, national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice to optimize outcomes.

Prioritise and manage personal and team workloads, embedding effective time-management strategies within the team culture.

Provide clinical leadership in line with the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework, ensuring clear alignment with company values, strategic direction, and policies impacting care delivery.

Maintain effective communication within the MDT and with wider stakeholders, ensuring active participation with senior team members and facilitating clear communication across roles.

Communicate independently with external stakeholders and agencies to ensure continuous, high-quality care during both admission and discharge.

Support patients and families receiving "bad news," engaging the team as needed to provide appropriate emotional support.

Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues, ensuring needs and concerns are effectively represented.

Collaborate with clinical teams to improve healthcare quality, responding to local and national policies and initiatives, and assessing impact on service delivery.

Take responsibility for personal learning and professional development, promoting the Advanced Clinical Practitioner strategy, and maintaining a personal professional portfolio to demonstrate ongoing growth.

Partner with the Advanced Practice Lead to develop and implement the workforce strategy for Nimbuscare.

Provide expert support to practitioners, nursing staff, therapists, and students within the service.

While the ACP role is independent, senior support is always available as and when needed.

Responsible for assessing ongoing care needs and planning effective transitions, ensuring continuity and quality of care.

Ensure clear communication of care plans to the team, fostering collaboration and consistency.

Operate diagnostic equipment to monitor and assess patients, ensuring accurate readings for informed clinical decisions.

Identify and report faulty equipment, ensuring it is removed from clinical areas for repair to maintain safety.

Completion of event report forms when indicated

Other responsibilities:

Ensure that medical and patient records are comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date.

Complete relevant coding forms accurately, providing a clear explanation of the patients condition and treatment plan.

Take responsibility for maintaining accurate and timely documentation of patient care, including information for referral purposes.

Ensure the proper completion of ReSPECT forms and advanced care planning, tailored to the patients level of frailty, clinical condition, co-morbidities and wishes.

Accurately document all discussions regarding care, ensuring that conversations with the patient and family members are properly recorded and discussed as appropriate.

Report any events via the Nimbuscare reporting system

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to independently problem-solve, analyse, compare, and interpret complex information before making decisions. Ability to present information to individuals and groups using appropriate resources. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrates effective team management. Prioritises clinical workload and assesses associated risks, taking appropriate action. Demonstrates strong organisational skills. IT skills, use of S1, CPD Ability to present to groups of professionals at local, regional, and national levels. Negotiation skills Ability to lead and influence while advancing Nimbuscare's advanced practice strategy

Desirable

• Has already presented at a conference, regional or national event

Experience

Essential

• Extensive clinical experience in speciality Has led audit and research within the service. Can manage a highly complex caseload. Has led service improvement. Able to independently refer to other members of the MDT.

Desirable

• In a role within the service that directly supports enhanced and advanced practice. Experience in one of the four pillars of ACP at an advanced level. Experience as a principal investigator in research. Led service improvement initiatives.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Professional knowledge acquired through a recognised qualification, enabling registration with a healthcare regulatory body. Supplemented by significant post-registration experience and specialist knowledge in the clinical area. Management skills gained through theoretical knowledge and/or significant practical experience. Strong leadership skills. IT literate. Knowledge of Nimbuscare values. Contribution to policy development. Good understanding of advanced and enhanced practice strategies and policies. Ability to autonomously problem-solve, analyse, compare, and interpret complex information before making decisions. Experience in mentoring and developing staff. Proven ability to lead research and implement service changes/improvements.

Desirable

• Additional teaching qualifications/experience Participation in audit, research, or service evaluation Understanding of the strategic vision for Nimbuscare Awareness of the NHS England Consultant Practitioner Capability and Impact Framework Willingness to undertake a PhD. Experience as a principal investigator

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered healthcare professional MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or digital badge from a supported advanced practice portfolio, or equivalent. Completed a portfolio of professional development that demonstrates an advanced level of clinical practice in line with the HEE (2017) framework for ACP. Independent non-medical prescribing. Basic Life Support (BLS). Clinical Skills Level 7. Formal research module completed at Level 7 (Masters level) or equivalent, e.g., supported portfolio and digital badge. Will work towards and complete any relevant credentialing routes available and applicable to the clinical area. Minor Illness qualification or equivalent. Paediatric clinical skills or equivalent

Desirable

• ALS Provider/Instructor Intermediate Life Support (ILS) Principal Research Investigator Leadership module or qualification Digital badge in advanced clinical practice.

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

Nimbuscare Ltd

Address

Nimbuscare Limited

Gateway 1, Holgate Park Drive

Holgate

York

YO26 4GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.primarycareyork.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

Deliver a range of GP consultations including telephone, remote, and face-to-face appointments

Assess, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and complex conditions

Develop and implement holistic, evidence-based treatment and management plans

Manage acute and chronic conditions using pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches

Identify patients at risk of developing long-term conditions and initiate preventative care

Provide clinical support and guidance to other team members

Person Specification

Skills and attributes

Essential

• Ability to challenge traditional models of working and to implement and sustain positive change
• Phlebotomy skills
• Ability to interpret basic blood tests
• Evidence of computer literacy and keyboard skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to listen carefully in order to understand the needs of others
• Ongoing commitment to personal development
• Flexible approach to working pattern across services and professional boundaries
• Ability to represent the organisation with internal and external stakeholders
• Able to work within a team and take instruction as required
• Able to quickly establish rapport and credibility with others in the team
• Able to use own initiative
• Able to maintain confidentiality at all times with regards to staff and patients

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in general practice minimum of 6 months Post GP CCT

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with General Medical Council (GMC)
• Inclusion on Englands National Performers List (with NHS England)
• Up to date BLS Training
• JCTGP Vocational Training Certificate/MRCGP
• Experience of working in general practice minimum of 6 months Post GP CCT

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

Camden Health Partners Ltd

Address

Peckwater Health Centre

6 Peckwater Street

London

NW5 2TX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.camdenhealthpartners.com (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GP to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking team for up to eight sessions per week.

The position is initially offered as a six-month fixed-term role to provide maternity cover for one of our GP Partners, with a strong possibility of extension for up to 12 months. For the right candidate, there may also be an opportunity for the position to become permanent.

The anticipated start date is between late September and early November, subject to the successful candidates availability.

• Salary: £11,300 per session.
• Expectation to cover a patient list in line with our list-based continuity model.
• Employed under the BMA Model Salaried GP Contract.
• Applications close 31/08/2026(We do not accept applications from employment agencies, doctors are asked to apply directly for the position).
• This opportunity is being advertised to internal applicants as well as externally.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview in September(Whitefields Surgery)
• We reserve the right to close this advert early.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Eligible for inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List (or already included).
• Qualified GP with CCT in General Practice, or due to obtain CCT before commencing the post.
• Evidence of appropriate clinical competence in general practice, including management of acute illness and long-term conditions.
• Good understanding of clinical governance, safeguarding, prescribing safety and professional responsibilities.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in UK General Practice.
• Experience using TPP SystmOne, Anima and/or Accurx.
• Experience of working within a list-based continuity model.
• Evidence of an interest in teaching, training or medical education.
• Interest in becoming a GP Trainer or undertaking the trainer development pathway.
• Experience of, or interest in, clinical research.
• Evidence of involvement in quality improvement, audit or service development.
• A developing special clinical interest that could complement the existing practice team.
• Experience of working effectively with a broad multidisciplinary primary care team, including pharmacy, nursing, mental health and ARRS roles.
• Evidence of leadership, mentoring or contribution to wider practice activities.
• Flexibility to contribute to the evolving needs and development of the practice.
• Commitment to supporting a positive, collaborative and family-friendly practice culture.

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

Eleanor Cross Healthcare

Address

Gloucester Avenue

Northampton

NN4 8QF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The Clinical Pharmacist will:
• Undertake structured medication reviews and medicines optimisation for patients with long-term conditions, frailty, or high-risk prescribing.
• Support the repeat prescribing process and medicines reconciliation post-discharge or transfer of care.
• Provide specialist clinical advice on all aspects of medicines management to GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to the achievement of PCN service requirements, QOF, and other quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the delivery of national and local prescribing guidelines and formulary adherence.
• Assist in auditing, reporting and implementing safe prescribing practices in line with CQC and NHS England standards.
• Lead in the reduction of prescribing of antibiotics, over the counter medicines and high cost medicines.
• Where qualified, act as an Independent Prescriber to manage patients directly within own scope of competence.
• Be responsible for the clinical supervision of the Pharmacy Technicians

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of professional ethics and application in practice.
• Experience of prioritising work load and meeting deadlines.
• Previous experience working within a patient facing role.
• Strong clinical pharmacy knowledge across therapeutic areas.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of local and national medicines optimisation priorities.

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care or with GP practices.
• Familiarity with SystmOne or other GP clinical systems.

Qualifications

Essential

• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) as a pharmacist.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber qualification (or working towards it).

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

Kingthorne Group Practice

Address

4Doncaster PCN, Gresley House

Ten Pound Walk

Doncaster

South Yorkshire

DN4 5HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the South & East Leeds General Practice Group Practices with all aspects of medicines optimisation.

The post holder will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines optimisation across the PCN. This will include structured medication reviews with direct patient contact and may include contributing to:

Management of long-term conditions

Minor illness

Management of medicines on transfer of care

Reviewing systems for safer prescribing

Contributing to repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation

Actioning acute prescription requests

Addressing both the public health and social care needs of patients

Contributing to achievement of QOF and locally commissioned quality improvement schemes

Undertaking clinical audit

The specifics of the role in each PCN will be worked up between the post-holder, the PCN and SEL GP Group.The post holder will be supported by existing practice employed pharmacists within the PCN (where these exist), a GP clinical mentor and the head of clinical pharmacy for SEL GP Group. They will also engage with pharmacy colleagues across Leeds for peer support.

The post holder will be supported to develop their role to become a non-medical prescriber, if that qualification is not already held, and will be required to enrol on the General Practice Pharmacist Training Pathway from CPPE unless an equivalent qualification is already held or exemption is agreed by CPPE.

Key duties and responsibilities

(Please note this is a list of options, it is not exhaustive, which options are deployed will be decided by the individual PCN, in conjunction with the clinical pharmacist and SEL GP Group). It is however mandated by NHS England that this role is patient-facing in nature.

1. Patient facing Clinical Medication Review

Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for senior clinical pharmacist, nurses and/or GP on prescribing and monitoring. These reviews could be cohort based, in care homes, polypharmacy or any other area required by the PCN, within the pharmacists competence. Home visits may be required.

2. Medicines quality improvement

Undertake clinical audits of prescribing in areas directed by the PCN, feedback the results and implement changes in conjunction with the relevant practice team.

Identify cohorts of patients at high risk of harm from medicines through computer searches. This might include risks that are patient related, medicine related, or both. Put in place changes to reduce the prescribing of these medicines to high-risk patient groups

3. Medicines safety

Implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance.

4. Management of common/minor/self-limiting ailments

Managing caseload of patients with common/minor/self-limiting ailments while working within a scope of practice and limits of competence. Signposting to community pharmacy and referring

to GPs or other healthcare professionals where appropriate.

5. Patient facing medicines support

Provide patient facing clinics for those with questions, queries and concerns about their

medicines in the practice.

6. Telephone medicines support

Provide a telephone help line for patients with questions, queries and concerns about their

medicines.

7. Management of medicines at change of care setting

Reconcile medicines following discharge from hospital or admission to intermediate care or care homes, including identifying and rectifying unexplained changes and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge. Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to high-risk groups of patients (e.g. those with medicine compliance aids or those in Care Homes).

8. Medicine information to practice staff and patients

Answer relevant medicine-related enquiries from GPs, other network staff, other healthcare teams (e.g. community pharmacy) and patients with queries about medicines. Suggest and recommend solutions. Providing follow up for patients to monitor the effect of any changes.

9. Drug monitoring

Ensure robust systems are in place for drug monitoring at each practice across the PCN, streamlining these where possible. Understand and apply the traffic light classifications for prescribing in the Leeds Health Economy.

10. Signposting

Ensure that patients are referred to the appropriate healthcare professional for the appropriate level of care within an appropriate period of time e.g. pathology results, common/minor ailments, acute conditions, long term condition reviews etc.

11. Repeat prescribing

Ensure each practice in the PCN has a robust repeat prescribing policy, and streamline these across the PCN where possible. You may be asked to contribute to the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates. Ensure patients have appropriate monitoring in place when required.

12. Service development

Contribute pharmaceutical advice for the development and implementation of new services that have medicinal components (e.g. advice on treatment pathways and patient information leaflets).

13. Information management

Analyse, interpret and present medicines data to highlight issues and risks to support decision making.

14. Education and Training

Provide education and training to primary healthcare team on therapeutics and medicines

optimisation.

15. Care Quality Commission

Work with the general practice teams to ensure the practices are compliant with CQC standards where medicines are involved.

16. Public health

Support public health campaigns. Provide specialist knowledge on all public health

programmes available to the general public.

17. Collaborative working arrangements

Work collaboratively with their PCN Clinical Director.

Participate in the PCN MDT.

Liaise with the Leeds GP Confederation Clinical Pharmacy team to benefit from peer support.

Liaise with CCG Medicines Commissioning colleagues on prescribing related matters to ensure consistency of patient care and benefit

Engage with the Leeds Practice Pharmacist and Technician Network and with the other SEL GP-employed pharmacists for peer support.

Foster and maintain strong links with all services across the PCN and neighbouring networks.

Explores the potential for collaborative working and takes opportunities to initiate and

sustain such relationships.

Liaises with other stakeholders as needed for the collective benefit of patients,including but not limited to :

Patients and their representatives

GP, nurses and other practice staff

Social prescribers, first contact physiotherapists, physicians associates and paramedics.

Community pharmacists and support staff

Locality / GP prescribing lead

Locality managers

Community nurses and other allied health professionals

Hospital staff with responsibilities for prescribing and medicines optimisation

18. Professional development

Work with your line manager to undertake continual personal and professional development, taking an active part in reviewing and developing the role and responsibilities.

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, and health and safety.

Work with your line manager to access regular clinical supervision, to enable you to deal effectively with the difficult issues that people present.