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Are you a Newly Qualified GP looking for a supportive and inspiring first role? I3 Primary Care Network is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Newly Qualified GP (within the last two years and not yet in a substantive post) to join our dynamic and friendly team under the NHS Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS). This is an ideal role to launch your GP career in a nurturing and collaborative environment, with access to experienced clinicians, a multidisciplinary support team, and ongoing professional development. You will work across Soho Road Primary Care Centre and Hockley Medical Practice, providing high-quality, patient-centred care to a diverse population. This role is designed to give you exposure to different clinical environments and mentorship from experienced colleagues. Key Details: Fixed-term contract until 31 March 202616 hours per week, equivalent to 4 sessions, worked across both sitesMain duties of the jobKey Responsibilities: Provide high-quality, patient-centred care across the PCN. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, pharmacists, mental health practitioners, and social prescribers, to ensure integrated patient care. Conduct consultations, assessments, and follow-ups with patients, utilising ARRS-funded services to support patient needs. Contribute to the management of chronic disease, health promotion, and disease prevention in line with best practices and PCN goals. Participate in clinical audits, training, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care within the PCN. Support the development and implementation of new care pathways that align with ARRS objectives. About usWe are a forward-thinking and collaborative Primary Care Network (PCN) dedicated to enhancing patient care and supporting healthcare professionals. Our PCN is committed to promoting health and well-being through patient-centred services and integrated care, with a focus on meeting the needs of our diverse community. Join us in delivering high-quality healthcare and making a positive impact on patients' lives. The PCN consists of 9 practices and covers a population of just over 82,000 patients. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinical Responsibilities: To provide a comprehensive range of clinical duties at the agreed Surgeries within our Primary Care Network, which may also include working within our Enhanced Access Service. To undertake surgery consultations, home visits where necessary, and telephone queries from patients and health care professionals. Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation To undertake on-call duties as part of the Surgery on-call rota, where agreed. This may include requesting that patients present at the surgery, telephone consultations, home visits and triage. Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects, and interactions Assess, identify, and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with national and local guidelines. Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards. Collecting data for audit purposes. Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions. Person SpecificationPersonal QualitiesEssentialOutstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP 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 QualificationsEssentialFull GMC Registration with a licence to practise and entry on the GP Register - Certificate of completion date must be within 2 years and not having held a substantive post before. Certificate of Completion of Training in General Practice / Certificate Confirming Eligibility for General Practice Registration, or equivalent. Included on a Medical Performers List or eligible. Evidence of ongoing professional development. ExperienceEssentialExperience of using electronic clinical patient records. Experience of medicines management. Experience of QOF and clinical audit. DesirableUnderstanding of policy developments related to the delivery of primary care services including General Practice, the GMS contract, Clinical Governance, Network Contract DES, and Quality & Outcomes Framework. Knowledge of the health needs of the surgery population. Other RequirementsEssentialFlexibility to work outside of core office hours. Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing compassionate care. Experience with EMIS Web or similar clinical systems is an advantage. Membership of a relevant Medical Defence Union. Employer detailsEmployer namei3 Ladywood Primary Care Network Address247 Soho Road Birmingham B21 9RY#J-18808-Ljbffr