GP Improvement and Crisis Response Team (GPICRT)
General Practice in Northern Ireland is under pressure for a number of reasons, including an ageing population and increase in chronic diseases, in the context of a limited GP workforce.
A number of GP Practices are concerned that they may be at risk of closure in the future. There is potential within General Practice through the Federations to support GP Practices at risk to develop and implement an effective Practice Recovery Plan. In recognition of this, the Department of Health established a Federation-led General Practice Improvement and Crisis Response Team that incorporates:
-Expert General Practice managerial support at short notice for practices at high risk or in a crisis.
-Improved access to clinical GP cover at short notice for practices at high risk or in a crisis.
-An organisational structure to facilitate managed support to GP Practices
Joining a GPICRT is an exciting opportunity for GPs who want to help with sustaining General Practice in NI.
You could be working in a team of like-minded salaried GPs and gain experience to help you transition from trainee to long-term placement in General Practice. You will gain experience in all types of practices – large partnerships, single-handed surgeries, urban, rural as well as remote working. You will get support from the Managerial Team and peers before deciding your future career path in General Practice.
The Managerial Team will organise your sessions and liaise with practices on your behalf. They will keep a diary for you, and you won’t have to worry about paperwork as this is managed electronically through the online booking system.
Benefits:
Paid sessions for personal development
Annual leave / sickness leave
Maternity / Paternity leave
HSC pensions scheme
If you would like any further information please contact Lisa:- lisa.stewart@easternfsu.co.uk