The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Emergency Centre at Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust (SaTH) for a Salaried General Practitioner to join the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) team. The UTCs are co-located within the Emergency Departments at both sites (Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital) and will receive patients who present with a minor illness and/or injury. The team will comprise of Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Emergency Nurse Practitioners with medical cover from GPs and trainees. In addition, the team will work very closely with the Emergency Department, secondary care, Social Services, Mental Health and other specialist services. The Salaried General Practitioner will be a key member of the UTC and ED team at SaTH, providing primary medical services to patients who either self-refer or are referred to the service from ED, 111, or other health care providers. The post holder will be a GP who will work within the UTC alongside the wider team in the Emergency Department (ED). You will be expected to provide evidence-based clinical care to all patients attending the service and undertake duties consistent with it, including but not limited to: Reviewing and assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems suitable for primary care Working as part of the ED and UTC team to provide safe, effective, and timely care to patients Providing cross cover for colleagues to ensure adequate staffing and safe delivery of the service We are looking for an anticipated start date of 1st April 2025. Main Duties of the Job
Demonstrate clinical competencies and supervise and train junior colleagues to develop skills as required. Exercise professional accountability. Support the UTC lead to ensure that UTC policies and procedures are up-to-date and that all staff comply with agreed policies and maintain best practice. Perform assessment of patient needs, plan and implement clinical treatment. Access diagnostics including bloods, ECGs, and X-Rays. Act as a role model for staff working in the UTC. Work closely with the UTC lead, Clinical Director, Service Manager, and Emergency Nurse Practitioners to support the orientation and induction of all staff. Support the leadership team to develop an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care across the UTC and ED. Maintain working relationships and partnership with all relevant stakeholders. Support investigations into accidents, incidents, and complaints in accordance with SaTH Policies. About Us
Demonstrate excellent communication skills to support patients and families in highly stressful situations. Provide emotional support to patients and carers when required. Work with local managers and professional colleagues in the employing Trust in the efficient running of the service. Participate in Continuous Professional Development. Maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff, and attend all relevant health and safety training. Maintain Trust-wide standards to improve the quality of care for all who come into contact with services provided by The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Exhibit excellent team-working skills with a professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team. Work at both sites (Princess Royal Hospital and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital) in line with service needs. Person Specification
Qualifications
MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification. A fully qualified GP with current and full registration with the GMC with no restrictions on practice. Registered on a Local NHS England performers List. Relevant post-graduate qualifications relevant to the role such as MRCGP, MBBS or equivalent. Additional higher education demonstrating skills in an urgent treatment environment. Experience and Knowledge
At least five years post-qualification experience in relevant specialty. Proven ability to perform assessments of patient needs and to plan and implement clinical treatment. Experience in the management of primary care patients in a UTC setting. Up to date with current clinical practice and mandatory training (such as BLS, safeguarding, and IG, etc). Evidence of coaching and training junior members of staff. Experience of working in an ED setting. 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. Salary: £73,113 to £110,330 a year dependent on experience.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Emergency Centre at Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust (SaTH) for a Salaried General Practitioner to join the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) team. The UTCs are co-located within the Emergency Departments at both sites (Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital) and will receive patients who present with a minor illness and/or injury. The team will comprise of Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Emergency Nurse Practitioners with medical cover from GPs and trainees. In addition, the team will work very closely with the Emergency Department, secondary care, Social Services, Mental Health and other specialist services. The Salaried General Practitioner will be a key member of the UTC and ED team at SaTH, providing primary medical services to patients who either self-refer or are referred to the service from ED, 111, or other health care providers. The post holder will be a GP who will work within the UTC alongside the wider team in the Emergency Department (ED). You will be expected to provide evidence-based clinical care to all patients attending the service and undertake duties consistent with it, including but not limited to: Reviewing and assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems suitable for primary care Working as part of the ED and UTC team to provide safe, effective, and timely care to patients Providing cross cover for colleagues to ensure adequate staffing and safe delivery of the service We are looking for an anticipated start date of 1st April 2025. Main Duties of the Job
Demonstrate clinical competencies and supervise and train junior colleagues to develop skills as required. Exercise professional accountability. Support the UTC lead to ensure that UTC policies and procedures are up-to-date and that all staff comply with agreed policies and maintain best practice. Perform assessment of patient needs, plan and implement clinical treatment. Access diagnostics including bloods, ECGs, and X-Rays. Act as a role model for staff working in the UTC. Work closely with the UTC lead, Clinical Director, Service Manager, and Emergency Nurse Practitioners to support the orientation and induction of all staff. Support the leadership team to develop an integrated approach to the delivery of patient care across the UTC and ED. Maintain working relationships and partnership with all relevant stakeholders. Support investigations into accidents, incidents, and complaints in accordance with SaTH Policies. About Us
Demonstrate excellent communication skills to support patients and families in highly stressful situations. Provide emotional support to patients and carers when required. Work with local managers and professional colleagues in the employing Trust in the efficient running of the service. Participate in Continuous Professional Development. Maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff, and attend all relevant health and safety training. Maintain Trust-wide standards to improve the quality of care for all who come into contact with services provided by The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Exhibit excellent team-working skills with a professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team. Work at both sites (Princess Royal Hospital and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital) in line with service needs. Person Specification
Qualifications
MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification. A fully qualified GP with current and full registration with the GMC with no restrictions on practice. Registered on a Local NHS England performers List. Relevant post-graduate qualifications relevant to the role such as MRCGP, MBBS or equivalent. Additional higher education demonstrating skills in an urgent treatment environment. Experience and Knowledge
At least five years post-qualification experience in relevant specialty. Proven ability to perform assessments of patient needs and to plan and implement clinical treatment. Experience in the management of primary care patients in a UTC setting. Up to date with current clinical practice and mandatory training (such as BLS, safeguarding, and IG, etc). Evidence of coaching and training junior members of staff. Experience of working in an ED setting. 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. Salary: £73,113 to £110,330 a year dependent on experience.
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