General Practitioner - Out of Hours

We have an exciting opportunity for a General Practitioner to join our team at HMP Wormwood Scrubs, a category B remand prison in West London.

The role involves delivering first-class healthcare to a diverse group of patients, providing clinical assessment and diagnosis, and making timely decisions regarding future management.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering first-night prescribing, discharge prescribing, urgent follow-ups for duty doctor, and substance misuse prescribing
• Providing medical leadership and expert advice to the wider healthcare team
• Developing high levels of communication with patients and identifying evidence-based best practice
• Inspiring and developing positive collaborative working relationships across the multidisciplinary team
• Promoting multidisciplinary discussions around complex case management

We offer:

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed

Requirements:

• MBChB or MBBS
• Inclusion on the GMC Register and GP Performers List
• Evidence of engagement with annual appraisal
• Experience working as a General Practitioner in community general practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Ability to work with patients with a history of substance misuse
• RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse 1 and 2, or prepared to undertake these qualifications

The salary is negotiable up to £130,000 per annum FTE, depending on experience.

The working hours are:

• Monday: 18:00 - 22:00
• Saturday: 12:00 - 18:00

We offer individual 4-hour sessions or a combination of sessions to suit your needs.