We are a dynamic and forward-thinking GP surgery working across three sites, two of which operate dispensaries serving our local population.General practice can be busy and demanding, so team morale and a positive, supportive, and well-organised working environment are central to what we aim to provide for our salaried GPs and wider team.We are seeking one or more Salaried GPs who are committed to delivering high-quality patient care, work collaboratively with colleagues, and wish to be part of a well-run practice focused on achieving positive outcomes for our patients.Our practice mission statement is to place patients at the heart of all we do, recognising that every patient matters.We aim to deliver a consistently good service and to foster a workplace where all members of the team feel proud of where they work.As a practice, we are continuing to expand our clinical and support teams, strengthening our workforce to increase appointment capacity and build greater resilience across the organisation. We are committed to supporting a healthy worklife balance, recognising that while occasional stressful days are unavoidable in general practice, they should not be the accepted norm.Main duties of the jobThe delivery ofhighly effective medical care to our patientsThe provision ofservices commensurate with the GMS contractGeneric prescribingadhering to local and national guidanceEffectivemanagement of long-term conditionsOn a rotationalbasis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor rolesMaintain accurateclinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidanceWorkingcollaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workloadAdhere to bestpractice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit processAccept delegatedresponsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOFCommit toself-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development acrossthe practice teamSupport thepartners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, makingrecommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditureAbout usWe are ideally located 40 minutes from the coast and within easy reach of the South Downs and Ashdown Forest, offering a balance between work and quality of life.We care for approximately 15,500 patients across three sites. Our main surgery is based in Buxted, with branch surgeries in Horam and East Hoathly. The practice is supported by three GP partners and six salaried GPs, alongside a large and diverse multidisciplinary team.To support our GPs and improve patient access, we have a well-established Urgent Care Team, as well as dedicated Mental Health and Social Care Navigation roles, helping to manage a wide range of patient needs and appropriately divert workload away from GPs. We are also supported by a pharmacist and pharmacy technicians, who play a key role in medication reviews, drug monitoring, and medicines optimisation.We are a training and dispensing practice and a member of the Greater Wealden Primary Care Network, part of the Sussex Integrated Care Board. We work collaboratively within the PCN and wider system to continuously develop our services and support our population.For salaried GPs, we offer a stable, well-supported working environment with experienced colleagues, opportunities for professional development, and an emphasis on teamwork and sustainable workloads.Overall, we are a team of around 90 staff, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and forward-looking working environment.Job responsibilitiesPrimary Responsibilities:The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:The delivery of highly effective medical care to our patient populationThe provision of services commensurate with the GMS contractGeneric prescribing adhering to local and national guidanceEffective management of long-term conditionsProcessing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasksOn a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor rolesMaintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidanceWorking collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workloadAdhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit processContribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practiceAccept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOFAttend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as requiredContribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HREnsure compliance with the appraisal processPrepare and complete the revalidation processCommit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice teamSupport the training of medical students from all clinical disciplinesSupport the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditureReview and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all timesEncourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all timesSecondary Responsibilities:In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit leadParticipate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient careParticipate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)Generic Responsibilities:All staff at Buxted Medical Centre have a duty to conform to the following:Equality, Diversity & InclusionA good attitude and positive action towards ED&I creates and environment where all individuals are able to achieve their full potential. Creating such an environment is important for three reasons: it improves operational effectiveness, it is morally the right thing to do, and it is required by law.Patients and their families have the right to be treated fairly and be routinely involved in decisions about their treatment and care. They can expect to be treated with dignity and respect and will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Patients have a responsibility to treat other patients and our staff with dignity and respect.Staff have the right to be treated fairly in recruitment and career progression. Staff can expect to work in an environment where diversity is valued and equality of opportunity is promoted. Staff will not be discriminated against on any grounds including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Staff have a responsibility to ensure that you treat our patients and their colleagues with dignity and respect.Safety, Health, Environment and Fire (SHEF)This practice is committed to supporting and promoting opportunities to for staff to maintain their health, well-being and safety. You have a duty to take reasonable care of health and safety at work for you, your team and others, and to cooperate with employers to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements. All personnel are to comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Environmental Protection Act 1990, Environment Act 1995, Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1999 and other statutory legislation.ConfidentialityThis practice is committed to maintaining an outstanding confidential service. Patients entrust and permit us to collect and retain sensitive information relating to their health and other matters, pertaining to their care. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect all staff will respect their privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times. It is essential that if, the legal requirements are to be met and the trust of our patients is to be retained that all staff protect patient information and provide a confidential service.Quality & Continuous Improvement (CI)To preserve and improve the quality of our output, all personnel are required to think not only of what they do, but how they achieve it. By continually re-examining our processes, we will be able to develop and improve the overall effectiveness of the way we work. The responsibility for this rests with everyone working within the practice to look for opportunities to improve quality and share good practice.This practice continually strives to improve work processes which deliver health care with improved results across all areas of our service provision. We promote a culture of continuous improvement, where everyone counts and staff are permitted to make suggestions and contributions to improve our service delivery and enhance patient care.Induction TrainingOn arrival at the practice all personnel are to complete a practice induction programme; this is managed by the Practice Manager.Person SpecificationQualificationsQualified GPMRCGPVocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGPGeneral Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)Full GMC RegistrationNational Performers List registrationAppropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)Eligibility to practice in the UK independentlyPersonal QualitiesPolite and confidentFlexible and cooperativeMotivated, forward thinkerProblem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as requiredHigh levels of integrity and loyaltySensitive and empathetic in distressing situationsAbility to work under pressure / in stressful situationsEffectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patientCommitment to ongoing professional developmentPunctual and committed to supporting the team effortOther RequirementsFlexibility to work outside of core office hoursProject lead as required with CQC, CCG and QOFExperienceExperience of working in a primary care environmentExperience of continued professional developmentExperience of QOF and clinical auditGeneral understanding of the GMS contractExperience of medicines managementExperience of CCG initiativesClinical Knowledge and SkillsOutstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GPExcellent communication skills (written and oral)Clear, polite telephone mannerCompetent in the use of Office and OutlookEffective time management (Planning & Organising)Ability to work as a team member and autonomouslyExcellent interpersonal skillsProblem solving & analytical skillsAbility to follow clinical policy and procedureExperience with audit and able to lead audit programmesExperience with clinical risk managementDisclosure 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