Remote ISMS General Practitioner

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Remote General Practitioner (GP) to support our Reception Healthcare Team for individuals entering the prison estate. This remote role is essential in delivering timely clinical assessments and treatment plans, with a focus on substance misuse management, acute care, and chronic disease review during the critical first days of custody.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a remote capacity while contributing to safer custody and improved health outcomes for a high-risk population. You will need to hold RCGP Part 1 & Part 2 in Substance Misuse, with proven experience in managing opioid dependence, alcohol detox pathways, and broader addiction medicine.

Provide remote clinical input for newly received prisoners, including: Initial health assessments

Substance misuse triage and prescribing decisions

Risk assessment (e.g., suicide and self-harm, alcohol withdrawal)

Review of medications and prescribing needs

Deliver evidence-based treatment plans, including initiation and continuation of opiate substitution therapy (OST) and alcohol detox regimes.

Liaise with on-site multidisciplinary teams (nurses, mental health, pharmacy, and security staff) to ensure seamless care planning.