The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients. We would consider hybrid working and flexable working too.
Clinical responsibilities:
In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
Providing counselling and health education
Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
Collecting data for audit purposes
Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions
Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary whenever this is clinically appropriate
In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
Welcome to Bridgegate Medical Centre, your trusted healthcare hub in the heart of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria!
Situated conveniently in the town centre, our purpose-built surgery at Winchester Street, Barrow-in-Furness, serves approximately 9,000 people from the town and surrounding villages.
We take pride in offering compassionate and respectful care to our patients, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued.
Our premises are designed with accessibility in mind, featuring a disabled WC, wheelchair access, and step-free entry.
With easy-to-use appointment systems and a commitment to providing care when you need it, we prioritise your well-being.
Beyond our clinical services, we actively engage with the local community, collaborating with schools and organisations to promote healthy living.
Your health is our priority, and we look forward to welcoming you to Bridgegate Medical Centre, where quality care meets community warmth.