Salaried General Practitioner (GP) – Expert Medical Opinion service

General Practitioner (GP) – Expert Medical Opinion (EMO) Service

Would you like to:

• Take the time to really think about a case?
• Help patients with complex problems ask the right questions?
• Facilitate advice from world renowned experts?
• Work your scheduled hours and no more?

Come and join us at Teladoc Health………..

Teladoc Health is the world’s leading virtual care provider, delivering care to over 20 million members across 125 countries.

We are looking to recruit GMC registered GPs to join our Expert Medical Opinion (EMO) team. Successful candidates will join a team of experienced GPs and medical management support staff who help our patients obtain an expert medical opinion from our database of internationally renowned experts. Most patients are seeking a second opinion regarding prior advice; the EMO team summarise all the key information and prepare the materials the expert will need to make their assessment.

Our services are commissioned through Private Medical Insurers and constitute private care with no extra costs to patients. Teladoc Health UK is registered with the CQC.

Location: Homeworking
Salary: £10K / session per year
Contract: permanent, salaried (no contractor options available with this service)
Closing date: 30th November 2022

Role Responsibilities and Objectives:

• To assist patients in obtaining an Expert Medical Opinion (EMO) regarding their medical condition.
• To compile a comprehensive case report including medical records and imaging where necessary.
• To select a suitable expert from our extensive database of international specialists.
• To discuss the expert opinion with the patient and clarify any queries by liaising with the specialist.
• To undertake regular triage sessions where the suitability of patients to proceed with an EMO is assessed.
• The doctor will work as part of a supportive team with access to Clinical Lead and administrative advice and guidance.

Who fits the role?
GPs who are/have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Digital proficiency
• A passion for healthcare especially digital
• Motivated and committed to developing the knowledge and skills required for the role and for ongoing professional development
• A dedicated and punctual professional
• Previous remote consulting experience is desirable

Requirements

• MRCGP Qualification
• A minimum of two years post CCT experience
• Able to commit to a minimum of 4 sessions per week.
• Registered on the GMC GP Register with licence to practice, with ongoing annual appraisal
• On an NHS National performers list (England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland)

Why work with us?

• Join the world’s largest Telehealth company in its new UK branch with significant opportunities for professional growth and taking part in new projects.
• Flexible, remote working pattern with no need to spend time or money on travel.
• Full indemnity cover.
• Experienced support from a team of Clinical Leads and Medical Director.
• Salesforce used as the consulting platform.
• Session duration is 4 ½ hours (9am-1:30pm, 1:30pm-6pm)

Additional Benefits

• One week of study leave per year (pro rata)
• Private Medical Insurance following probation
• NEST Pension Scheme fully contributed by Teladoc at the rate of 8% (to up to £50K of your salary)
• Annual paid leave entitlement of 25 days plus public holidays (pro-rata)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with access to free financial and legal advice, as well as mental health support and counselling
• MyStrength emotional awareness app supporting your mental wellbeing
• ThanksBen employee benefits platform

Equality and Diversity

Teladoc Health UK adopts a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination on any of the protected grounds in the Equality Act 2010. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Teladoc Health UK.

To apply, use the Apply Now button, or email your CV and/or queries directly to: applicantsuk@teladochealth.com.

Recruitment agencies: We are currently reviewing direct applications only.