We are looking for Sessional General Practitioners (GPs) to work in our Out of Hours Service .

We have one centre in the West of the Region (Stranraer) and one in the East of the Region (Dumfries) providing a regional service based in Dumfries.

The General Practitioner are the general medical specialist who will oversee a multi-disciplinary team which includes Advanced Practitioners, Healthcare Support Workers, District Nurses and occasionally paramedics and pharmacists. Our Healthcare Support Workers are skilled to support with any home visits and also in the Centre with routine observations as well as ECGs/Bloods.

There will be opportunities for Mentoring of Medical Students as well as Nursing students when on shift. Our main base is within the Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary.

The successful applicant should be motivated to provide excellent patient care as well as taking a lead role in the on-going development of clinical services within the service and should be available to work a variety of shifts, flexible and cover last minute call-offs to cover sickness absence.

It would be desirable if you have experience working in an Out of Hours services but not essential. You should have a facilitative and supportive and flexible style of working. Successful applicants will need to obtain PVG Clearance and be registered with the Scotland Primary Care Performers List.

Dumfries and Galloway is a rural area with easy access to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Northern England and Ireland. The region offers excellent schools and good quality affordable housing. There are abundant local amenities and superb leisure and sporting facilities with fitness clubs, golf courses, fishing, sailing, hill walking and other rural pursuits set in beautiful surroundings.

You will also benefit from being in a rural location with instant access to the main motorway leading to the north and south of the country.

There are a variety of stunning locations within the region and the mix of beautiful countryside with access to urban opportunities. There will also be an opportunity for you to come to the area prior to interview to provide you with a tour of our new hospital/out of hours area as well as taking the opportunity to show you around Dumfries and Galloway if you are considering relocating.

Whether you are currently coming towards the end of your training, looking for a rewarding career opportunity, or a taster period in remote and rural healthcare before making more permanent career choices, please contact us for an informal chat, to find out more about this exciting team and discuss this opportunity.

The NHS is self insured and any work carried out during Out of Hours is covered by the CNORIS Scheme.

We operate our system on an ADASTRA which is well recognised across the UK. There will be full training provided for this but be assured it is an easy system to co-ordinate.

For an informal discussion please contact Di Anderson, Service Manager Out of Hours di.anderson@nhs.scot or Dr Pira Vivekanandaraja Clinical Lead pira.vivek@nhs.scot or 01387 272746