General Practitioner (GP)

Key Responsibilities

• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Effective management of long-term conditions – using CESEL guidelines
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy, and guidance
• Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload •
• Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
• Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Prepare and complete the re validation process
• Commit to self-learning and instill 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, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure • Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
• Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement
• Participate in practice audits as requested by the GP lead •
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care • Participate in the review of significant events.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise