Salaried GP

Clinical Responsibilities Provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care to patients registered with the practice. Undertake routine, urgent and same-day consultations using face-to-face, telephone and other appropriate consultation methods. Manage your share of Duty Doctor sessions and sessions consisting of a mix of acute and prebooked appointments. Assess, diagnose, investigate and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and complex health needs. Manage patients with acute illness, chronic disease and multiple long-term conditions. Prescribe medication safely and in accordance with current clinical guidance and local prescribing policies. Review investigation results and clinical correspondence, taking appropriate action and ensuring effective follow-up. Make appropriate referrals to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals. Undertake home visits when clinically indicated. Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous patient records using EMIS Web. Provide continuity of care wherever possible. Teamworking and Communication Work collaboratively with GP Partners, Salaried GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team. Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues. Contribute to a supportive and professional working environment. Participate in clinical discussions, multidisciplinary meetings and practice meetings as appropriate. Support effective care coordination and communication between primary, community and secondary care services. Engage with the allocated GP Partner mentor for clinical guidance and professional development.Clinical Governance, Research and Quality Improvement Work in accordance with practice policies, procedures and clinical protocols. Maintain high standards of patient safety, confidentiality and information governance. Fulfil safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults. Participate in clinical audit, significant event reviews and quality improvement activities. Contribute to the achievement of QOF, locally commissioned services and other relevant contractual requirements. Have opportunities to contribute to practice research activities, where appropriate. Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development and appraisal. Support the practice's commitment to education, training and continuous improvement.