About Us
DrPA Secure has been operating in secure environments since 2014, providing high-quality healthcare services across the UK. We deliver our services based on our ethos of CARE:
- Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive
- Assurance that care is evidence-based and demonstrates high-quality outcomes for our patients
- Respectful of people’s cultural and religious beliefs
- Empowerment – we centre each resident by co-creating holistic care plans that treat individual needs and support long‑term wellbeing
Job Summary
The General Practitioner specialising in Substance Misuse provides clinical assessment, and treatment for individuals experiencing drug dependency. The GP will support newly referred patients through harm reduction, detoxification, stabilisation, and recovery programmes, ensuring evidence‑based medical treatment.
The role involves working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including nurses, recovery workers, and pharmacists to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Provide comprehensive medical assessments for newly referred individuals from the court or release from custody who require clinical substance misuse concerns
- Diagnose and manage drug dependency
- Initiate and manage opioid substitution therapy (OST) including:
- Methadone
- Buprenorphine (Buvidal)
- Prescribe medication in line with UK clinical guidelines and NICE recommendations
- Monitor patients undergoing medically assisted withdrawal and stabilisation
- Provide harm reduction advice including naloxone distribution and overdose prevention
- Conduct regular patient reviews and medication monitoring
- Order relevant blood tests or other investigations via their GPs
Patient Care & Support
- Deliver patient‑centred care focusing on recovery and rehabilitation
- Develop with the MDT individualised treatment plans
- Work with patients to reduce health risks associated with substance use including:
- Blood borne viruses (HIV, Hepatitis B & C)
- Liver disease
- Mental health conditions
- Promote health education and lifestyle improvements
Multidisciplinary Working
- Work collaboratively with:
- Substance misuse nurses
- Recovery workers
- Psychiatrists
- Pharmacists
- Criminal justice teams
- Participate in case conferences and multidisciplinary meetings
- Provide clinical leadership and guidance to the wider team
Governance & Compliance
- Maintain accurate and confidential electronic medical records
- Ensure compliance with:
- NHS policies
- HIW standards
- Clinical governance frameworks
- Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives
- Adhere to safeguarding procedures for vulnerable adults and children
Safeguarding
- Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns
- Work with safeguarding teams to protect vulnerable individuals and families
- Escalate concerns in accordance with local safeguarding policies
Training & Professional Development
- Maintain continuing professional development (CPD) in substance misuse medicine
- Stay updated with NICE guidelines and emerging treatments in addiction medicine
Qualifications
- MBBS / MBChB or equivalent medical degree
- RCGP Certificate in the Management of Drug Misuse (Part 2)
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- Inclusion on the GP Register
- License to practice in the UK
Skills & Experience
- Experience working as a General Practitioner in primary care or community services
- Experience managing substance misuse patients
- Experience prescribing opioid substitution therapy (OST)
Personal Attributes
- Structured and methodical
- Commercially aware and risk-focused
- Confident leading people and making decisions
- Comfortable escalating risks and raising concerns where necessary
- Able to work autonomously within an operational environment
General Information
The post holder may be required to perform other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably needed. This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification.
Benefits
- Pension salary scheme available
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential 24/7 support
- Access to perks at work
Job Features
Job Category Locum Salary £320 per session
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