Job summary
Applications are invited for a Salaried GP working 1 Session on a Friday in Cardiff and Vale Health Inclusion Service (CaVHIS) at Cardiff Royal Infirmary. Covering a range of patient groups, such as: Asylum Seekers, Refugees, Homeless and Alternative Treatment Scheme patients.
We are looking for staff who have a passion for working in this complex, but rewarding specialist field, and are seeking to increase the continuity of medical presence.
The post offers a wide variety of clinical sessions, including clinic based, outreach and Alternative Treatment Scheme clinics. Language Line is available to support communication with non-English speakers. Support will be provided for those with limited experience working within this medical field.
Consideration will be given to applicants who require flexible working.This post is not recognised for Postgraduate training.A Disclosure Check will be required of the successful candidates.
In view of Border Immigration Agency regulations, all applicants must state their current immigration status including expiry dates.
Due to the fixed term period applicable to the post, we would like to appoint as soon as possible so reserve the right to close the post to applications after 7 days if appropriate.
Main duties of the job
Provision of pre-booked and urgent GP consultations to vulnerable people in the serviceThe gathering of comprehensive medical and social histories from patients, using systems such as Language Line to facilitate effective communication Ensuring that all manual and electronic sources of information are used to gather and update information on the patientPhysical examination and assessment of vulnerable patients and familiesDiagnosis, treatment and referral on as indicated, being mindful at all times of the needs of this vulnerable patient group
Maintenance of accurate patient records using paper and electronic systems used in the service such as Vision.Prescribing in line with C& V UHB Medicines Management guidelines and protocols to ensure safe prescribing and prudent use of resourcesThe provision of medication reviews as appropriate and monitoring of repeat prescribingProvision of health education as appropriate
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Boardis one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is"Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and ourvision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiffand the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
The main purpose of the Salaried GP role is to provide direct clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment to patients registered with CAVHIS. This includes all aspects of urgent and routine presentations with escalation of care and referral on to other services as determined by priority and severity.
The postholder will be familiar with legislation and guidance in relation to asylum seekers and have experience in providing services to non- English speakers who are new to the UK, have had little contact with health services in the past who have experienced physical and mental trauma related to persecution, torture, enslavement and loss of loved ones.
The person will work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team made up of a Clinical Director, a senior nurse, adult and paediatric nurses, health visitor, midwife, service manager, reception/ administration staff and British Red Cross.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice and entry on the GP register
- Included on the Welsh Medical Performers List
- MB BCh
- MRCGP/nMRCGP
Desirable
- Evidence of postgraduate education and/or attendance at training events that are relevant to the post
Experience
Essential
- Experience in treating people with health needs that are relevant to the specialist group of patients.
Desirable
- Experience working with asylum seekers and refugees.
- An understanding of the asylum system and the particular health needs and barriers this group face.
Skills
Essential
- Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working
- Counselling and communication skills
- Understanding of clinical risk
- Management and clinical governance
- Committed to continuing professional development in the area of practice
- Ability to take independent clinical decisions when necessary and to seek advice from colleagues as appropriate
- IT skills to enable the use of the electronic patient system and other programmes used in the department
Desirable
- Recent experience of conducting audits
- Teaching experience
- Skills in using translation services
Special Knowledge
Desirable
- Evidence of research interests relevant to the specialty.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Evidence of ability to work both in a team and independently
- Commitment to working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Empathetic and understanding when dealing with sensitive issues
- Effective listening skills
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
Cardiff Royal Infirmary
Cardiff
CF24 0SZ