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Job overview

We are looking to recruit a dynamic and committed General Practitioner (GP) with a keen interest in the unique challenges and rewards of inner city working. 

Our current list size stands at approximately 12,000 encompassing a diverse spectrum of primary care needs. Notably, we cater to students, young families, the homeless, vulnerable individuals, international patients, and a smaller elderly demographic. Our workplace exudes vitality and 
camaraderie and has a shared commitment to addressing health inequalities.

Our practice fosters a supportive atmosphere, including daily one-hour sessions dedicated to peer discussion from 1-2pm. GPs collaborate closely with an exceptional team of nurses and receive robust support from a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, including Practice Pharmacists, Physician's Associates, Podiatrists, Social Prescribers, and shared care workers from the Bristol Drugs Project. Our administrative infrastructure is top-notch, facilitating workflow optimization and patient navigation to alleviate GP workload and promote a healthy work-life balance.

Main duties of the job

As a GP at Broadmead Medical Centre you will be expected to perform the ten key functions of a doctor within a primary care setting
Primary Care – Diagnosing and treating various medical conditions, both acute and chronic, in patients of all ages.
Preventative Care - Conducting routine check-ups, screenings, and immunizations to prevent illnesses and promote overall health.
Health promotion- Educating patients about healthy lifestyle choices, including diet, exercise, and disease prevention.
Managing Chronic Conditions- Monitoring and managing ongoing health issues such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma alongside our amazing team of LTC nurses.
Referral and coordination-Referring patients to specialists and coordinating care among multiple healthcare providers.
Prescribing Medications- Prescribing medications, interpreting test results, and providing medical advice.
Patient Advocacy- Advocating for patients' needs and rights within the healthcare system.
Urgent Care – Providing initial assessment and stabilisation for emergency situations before referring to specialised care.
Medical Record keeping- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient.
Continuing education- Staying updated on medical advancements, attending professional development activities, and continuously improving clinical skills.

Working for our organisation

BrisDoc is a proud provider of NHS Healthcare. We have been delivering 
‘patient care, by people who care’ for over twenty years. 

We run an exciting range of Primary Care Services, including an Urgent Care Service, GP Practices, and the Homeless Health Service. This enables 
BrisDoc to offer excellent healthcare 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to over one million people across Bristol, North Somerset & South Glos.

We’re a Social Enterprise and an Employee-Owned Business. This means 
the decisions we make are for the good of our patients, workforce, and 
wider community. This involves prioritising the health of our patients, 
protecting our environment, and improving the social and economic status 
of our population. 

By joining BrisDoc, you will be part of an innovative organisation that prides itself on being a fantastic place to work; somewhere that you will feel valued, supported, developed and part of a family. We strive to make sure 
every member of the team feels proud of the work they do and the service 
that we offer.