Job summary
We are seeking a passionate GP to work in our well-established practice in the lovely seaside town of Westgate-on-Sea.

The vacancy is available due to a retiring GP, and we would be looking for the role to commence in the Autumn.

We are open to consider both full time and part time applicants, so if you are interested do not hesitate to get in touch.

About Us
Westgate Surgery is a well-respected, single-site practice situated in the picturesque Westgate-on-Sea, Kent. With a patient population of 10,000, our dedicated team includes three GP partners, one salaried GP, two advanced nurse practitioners, a committed group of practice nurses, healthcare assistants, a care coordinator and a GP assistant.

We also proudly offer audiology and physiotherapy services, enhancing the spectrum of care we provide to our patients.

The Surgery

• Personal patient lists
• Access to a dedicated home visiting service, allowing you to focus on patient care with minimal home visits
• In-house womens health support
• Direct access to First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) appointments for streamlined patient care
• A supportive Care Enhancement team to assist patients in their homes
• Engaging in daily clinical meetings to foster collaboration
• Good CQC rating and high achievements in Quality and Outcomes Framework (QoF)
• EMIS Web clinical system

Main duties of the job
Working as an autonomous practitioner you will be responsible for the provision of medical services to your personal list of patients.

• You will deliver an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract, participate in enhanced services and the achievement of QoF targets.
• You will participate in the covering the duty doctor session on a rotational basis, which includes a 6.30pm finish
• You will offer generic prescribing, adhering to local and national guidance
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
• Work collaboratively with practice team and wider PCN team.
• Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Provide reports for employers, solicitors and insurance companies and complete medical certificates, benefit agency forms etc.
• Ensure that all work carried out which carries a private fee is properly recouped and accounted for.
• Prepare and complete the revalidation process
• Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice.
• Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

About us
Westgate Surgery has a friendly, supportive team who strive to deliver good care to its registered population.

We have a stable workforce and opportunities to join the clinical team are rare, due to low turn over of staff.

What we are offering

• Full-time (or part- time hours available for the right candidate).
• Competitive salary
• 1 week CPD + 6 weeks annual leave
• NHS Pension
• Benenden Health care (after completion of probation)
• Indemnity covered
• Employee assistance programe

Job responsibilities
To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract.

Furthermore, the post holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• National Performers List registration,
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU),
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently,
• General understanding of the GMS contract,
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral),
• Strong IT skills,
• Clear, polite telephone manner,
• Effective time management (planning and organising),
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously,
• Excellent interpersonal skills,
• Problem solving and analytical skills,
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure,
• 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,
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort,
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check,
• Occupational Health clearance,

Desirable

• Experience of working in a primary care environment,
• Experience of continued professional development,
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit,
• Experience of medicines management,
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook,
• EMIS user skills,
• Experience with clinical risk management,

Qualifications
Essential

• Qualified GP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC registration
• MRCGP

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).

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.