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Advance Your Career with Dewerstone Medical GroupAre you seeking the next step in your career within aprogressive, collaborative, and supportive medical group? Dewerstone MedicalGroup invites enthusiastic and dedicated professionals to join ourwell-established team, centrally located in the vibrant coastal city ofPlymouth offering scenic sea views and excellent access to the surroundingcountryside.We are currently recruiting additional Salaried GeneralPractitioners, with the potential for future partnership opportunities. Weare ideally seeking candidates who can offer up to 8 sessions per week. Acompetitive salary will be offered, commensurate with experience, with scopefor enhanced remuneration for special interests oradditional responsibilities.We actively encourage the development of clinicalspecialisms aligned with the needs of our patient population and welcomeapplicants with particular areas of interest.This opportunity is well-suited to both newly qualified andexperienced GPs. Comprehensive support is available, including mentorship ifrequired.This post will involve cross working between both sites, and the opportunity to work within our Acute Care Hub.Main duties of the jobTo use professional skill and knowledge to provide a highstandard of primary and continuing medical care topatients in line with the GMS contractContribute to the delivery of patient services in line withICB requirementsEffective clinical administration, audit and management,appropriate to the roleContribute to the Practice team by being an effective teammemberAbout usDewerstone Medical Group (Budshead Medical Practice & Oakside Surgery) is deeply committed to fostering asupportive and inclusive working environment, where all staff are encouraged todevelop professionally. Our team benefits from a diverse group of experiencedclinicians, managers, and GP partners who contribute to a collaborative andcollegial practice culture.As established training practices, we take pride in ourrole in medical education. We are supported by two experienced GP trainers andare actively involved in the supervision and development of GP registrars,foundation doctors, medical students, designated medical prescribers (includingnurses, paramedics, and pharmacists), and VTS nurses.We are also at the forefront of innovation within our Primary Care Network (PCN), leading the development of an advanced model for acute presentations through our PCN Acute Hub Pilot, supported by a wide multidisciplinary team.If you are committed to delivering high-quality patient careand have an interest in medical education or research, we would be pleased tohear from you.Job responsibilitiesJob responsibilitiesUndertake all the duties associated with therole of a General Practitioner required by the GMS contract, including patientconsultations, duty doctor cover and home visits. This should take in toaccount physical, psychological and social factors when diagnosing illness,treating diseases, tending to injuries and recommending treatment. Work inaccordance with the Practice rota system in place.Collect, record and maintain patientinformation, such as medical history, reports and examination formation is recorded on the practices clinical system and this informationshould be recorded accurately, using templates and read codes and in a timelymanner. Comply with all the objectives of the GMS Contract, QOF targets, ICBrequirements arrangementsWork in accordance with Practice clinicalprocedures and protocols. All work within the practice is governed by protocolsand procedures alongside other additional governance requirements from outsideorganisationsRequest, perform and/or interpret tests andrecords, reports and examination information to assist in diagnosis ofpatients condition. Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication,vaccination and other appropriate medical care to treat or prevent illness,disease or injury. Monitor patients condition and progress and re-evaluationand/or change treatments as necessaryRefer patients to medical specialists or otherpractitioners appropriately, when necessary and in a timely manner ensuringcompliance with protocols and procedures for referralPromote health education in conjunction withother health care professionals and have an awareness of the local health andsocial plete all allocated and self-generatedclinical administration.Carry out clinical audits as pletion of reports for solicitors, insurancecompanies and other third parties as required.Liaise with other health care professionals whenrequired, including support to the nursing team during minor illness clinicsAct in a way that protects the confidentialityof patients and maintains the integrity of the patient/Practice relationship.This includes compliance with the Practices Confidentiality Policy andCaldicot guidance.Recognise the importance of effectivecommunication within the team and communicate effectively with team members,patients, their carers and other colleagues and health care professionals.Take an active role and contribute to Practicemeetings where appropriate.Support the compliance of the Practice Healthand Safety policy. Work safely at all times in accordance with legislative andpractice policies and procedures.Participate in the GP revalidation and appraisalscheme. Maintain portfolio of continuing professional development activities.Maintain medical knowledge and skill level inline with your Personal Development Plan and for the safe delivery of clinicalcare within the Practice.Keep up to date with medical developments,medication and treatments.Attend Practice training sessions as appropriateand required.Work safely at all times in accordance withLegislative requirements and Practice Policy and Procedures.Undertake any other duties requested by thePartners or Practice Manager within professional and general competence.This job description is not a comprehensive list of allduties and responsibilities but a guide only. The job description may beamended in line with the requirements of the Practice and for the delivery ofpatient carePerson SpecificationQualificationsCurrent full GMC RegistrationInclusion in the GMC GP registerEvidence of CPD and further education/training & professional updatingEvidence of post-registration trainingCommitment to developing professional practice and skillMembership of Royal College of General PractitionersExperienceExcellent patient manner and interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsGood computer skills and the ability to adapt to GP clinical systemsAware of the importance of continuing professional developmentAwareness of current primary care initiativesExperience of health promotionExperience of undertaking clinical audit and implementing changeExperience of working within a multidisciplinary teamUse of SystmOne clinical systemDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr