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Job overview
Join us at the Homeless Health Service and work with our dynamic team
We need a GP to work at our main site offering holistic and psychologically informed primary care to the homeless population of Bristol. We are committed to a high level of empathetic care, as well as effective clinical management, aiming to reduce the harm caused by homelessness & addictions including both physical and mental health problems.
Main duties of the job
Why Join Our Team?
Make a Lasting Impact
- Provide exemplary and holistic care for patients who are homeless or vulnerably housed
Supportive, Collaborative Culture
- Join a small team of experienced GPs providing assessments and interventions to individuals in a variety of non-traditional settings
- Work collaboratively with the wider clinical team, to support individual patients and the delivery of the right care, first time
Professional Development and Portfolio Opportunities
- Develop specialist interests and opportunities in mental health, substance misuse, trauma informed practice and other areas poignant in the care of homeless and vulnerable people
- Benefit from NHS discount schemes, cycle-to-work options, and an employee recognition platform with exclusive offers
- Supervision, CPD and Development opportunities supported for all staff
- As an Employee Ownership Trust, you’re a co-owner, empowered to shape the future of our organisation and take part in decision-making.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Who We’re Looking For
- Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and inclusion on the performers list
- Training in addiction medicine, mental health, or inclusion health
- Experience working with people experiencing homelessness, substance use, or severe mental illness.
- Commitment to delivering healthcare to socially excluded or vulnerable populations.
- Knowledge of current clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
- Ability to work flexibly in non-traditional clinical settings.
- Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Strong skills in managing complexity, uncertainty, and multimorbidity
- Ability to work flexibly in non-traditional clinical settings
- Excellent communication skills with a compassionate, non-judgmental approach
- Effective patient communication and history taking
- Excellent diagnostic skills, with ability to assess and manage a wide variety of patient presentations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to adjust communication skills to meet the needs of the recipient
- Able to work within a team, motivate a team and take instruction as required
- Able to quickly establish rapport and credibility with others in the team
- Able to use own initiative
- Excellent organisational skills
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience working with people experiencing homelessness, substance use, or severe mental illness
- Commitment to delivering healthcare to socially excluded or vulnerable populations
- Understanding of safeguarding and risk management
- Knowledge of current clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice
- Ongoing commitment to personal development
- Evidence of computer literacy and keyboard skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times with regards to staff and patients
Desirable
- Experience working in outreach settings
- Experience of working in teams and able to promote a team spirit
- Interest in service development
- Familiarity with EMIS
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and inclusion on the performers list
- Training in addiction medicine, mental health, or inclusion health
Desirable
- GP trainer, Clinical Supervision or Mentoring certificate
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This advert is for Salaried GP - Homeless Health Service with BrisDoc Healthcare Services in Homeless Health Service. It is listed as a General practitioner Medical doctor General Practitioner role. The advertised salary is £89,274.91 - £90,938.80 per annum (pro rota). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 31 Aug 2026.
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