Newly Qualified Arrs Funded Gp

Job summary Following the announcement of the new ARRS GP role available to PCN's, we are looking for an enthusiastic, newly qualified GP to join Southbourne Surgery.We are looking for a passionate GP with:GMC registration and a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) obtained within the last two years.Not previously been substantively employed at a GP PracticeStrong communication skills, ensuring patient confidentiality and rapport.A proactive approach to career development and adherence to practice policies.A commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-based practice.
General understanding of the primary care contractWe are a training practice and have a history of supporting newly qualified GPs via the New to Practice Program.We would welcome applications from candidates who wish to develop a portfolio approach to their employment.Funding is available for three sessions per week Main duties of the job Main duties of the jobProvide face to face and telephone consultations for routine and urgent care.Conduct patient home visits.Manage patient care within the Practice,including investigating and reviewing results, developing care plans and making the necessary referrals.Issue and sign repeat prescriptions,adhering to national and local guidelines.Administer and manage patient queries, test results, referral letters and any other duties as required in a timely manner.Make clear consultation notes and records using SystmOne.Ensure safe, evidence based and cost-effective care in line with Practice disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.Independently prescribe medications within your scope of practice.Review and manage patient medications following the appropriate policies and local clinical guidelines.Work with our clinical and support teams in delivering holistic and patient centred care.Actively participate in MDT meetings as required.Participate in on-call duties if required.Regularly screen for lifestyle factors and support patients in adopting health promotion strategies and self-care principles.
Contribute to the delivery of anticipatory care plans.
About us Our Team & AtmosphereWe foster a warm, inclusive environment where teamwork and respect are paramount.Our multidisciplinary approach ensures holistic care and promotes a strong sense of camaraderie among staff and patients alikeWork EthicWe are committed to:Delivering exceptional patient care.Embracing innovation and professional development.Supporting staff wellbeing and work-life balance.Join us for a fulfilling career in a team that values excellence, compassion, and collaboration.Visits to the surgery are welcomed.
Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Duties: Provide face-to-face and telephone consultations for routine and urgent care.
Conduct patient home visits (low frequency) Manage patient care in surgery, including investigating and reviewing results, developing care plans, and making referrals to secondary care or other providers.
Issue and sign repeat prescriptions, ensuring they align with national/local guidelines.
Administer and handle patient-related queries, test results, referral letters, and other tasks in a timely manner.
Record clear, contemporaneous consultation notes using S1 clinical system.
Ensure safe, evidence-based, and cost-effective care, in line with Practice disease management protocols and NICE guidance.
Independently prescribe medications within your scope of practice.
Review and manage patient medications following appropriate policies and local clinical guidelines.
Utilise other available clinical and support staff in delivering a holistic and patient centred care.
Actively participate in MDT and care conference meetings, as required.
Participate in on-call duties on a pro-rata basis, if required.
Health Promotion and Patient Support: Regularly screen for lifestyle factors and support patients in adopting health promotion strategies and self-care principles.
Contribute to the delivery of anticipatory care plans.
Professional Development: Maintain awareness of clinical practice developments.
Attend weekly huddle meetings, Friday Lunchtime training and clinical meetings Participate in an annual performance review and take responsibility for personal development.
Engage in mandatory training and attend courses as needed.
Team Collaboration: Provide clinical support and guidance to both clinical and administrative staff to maintain the highest care standards.
Collaborate with health and social care providers to deliver an integrated, safe service.
Risk Management and Compliance: Adhere to all practice policies and procedures, including those related to prescribing, confidentiality, and data protection.
Apply infection control measures and manage risks in compliance with local and national guidelines.
Contribute to clinical governance through audits, peer reviews, and significant event analysis.
Patient Safety and Confidentiality: Ensure patient and carer confidentiality, in line with practice policies.
Manage patient data securely, only disclosing it to authorised persons.
Equality and Diversity: Support equality and diversity in all aspects of patient care and teamwork.
Respect the privacy, dignity, and rights of patients and colleagues.
Personal/Professional Development:The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the surgery as part of this employment, such training to include:Keeping abreast of national and local guidance.Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.Quality and Governance:The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the surgery and will:Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.Work effectively with individuals in other agencies.Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources.Confidentiality:While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters.
They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, staff, and other healthcare workers.
All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.Health & Safety:The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the surgery Health & Safety Policy, to include:Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelinesIdentifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazardsReporting potential risks identifiedSafeguarding:The post-holder will assist in promoting and protecting against any safeguarding concerns relating to Children and Adults, to include:To recognise and report to the appropriate authorities any concerns regarding Vulnerable Adult issues to include social care and mental health.All staff must comply with mandatory training requirements and ensure that adult safeguarding is embedded as an essential part of their daily practice.To recognise and report to the appropriate authorities any concerns regarding Child Protection issues to include possible child abuse.Under section 11 of the Children Act 2004 all NHS staff must ensure that their functions are discharged regarding the need to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.
Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018Postholder to understand duties in relation to the Mental Capacity Act.Equality and Diversity:The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues, to include:Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with the surgery's procedures and policies, and current legislation.Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers, and colleagues.Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform tasks as necessitated by your changing role within, and the overall objectives of, the organisation agenda.
Discussions on any major changes will be held with the postholder.
Person Specification Experience Essential General Practice experience: Newly qualified GP (within 2 years) or recently completed GP training.
Must be GMC Registered Qualifications Essential General Practice experience: Newly qualified GP (within 2 years) or recently completed GP training Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to make confident decisions Professional conduct: Ability to work within professional codes of conduct, ensuring safe and effective patient care Organisational skills: Ability to manage time, workload, and patient related administration efficiently Team player: Willingness to work with multidisciplinary teams Desirable Clinical systems knowledge: Experience with SystmOne is preferred