Salaried GP

Goodcare Practice is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our team for three to four sessions per week on a fixed-term basis until 31 March 2027.

The successful candidate will receive an annualised salary of £11,000 per weekly session.

Working days are negotiable, and we will aim to agree a suitable pattern with the successful candidate. Applications are welcomed from both newly qualified and experienced GPs. Any newly qualified applicant must have completed CCT and be eligible for inclusion on the GMC GP Register and NHS England Medical Performers List before commencing employment.

The post is funded until 31 March 2027. Any continuation beyond this date would be subject to a review of the practices requirements and available funding and cannot be guaranteed.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide high-quality general medical services to the practice population and work collaboratively with the wider clinical and administrative team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations.
• Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients presenting with acute and long-term conditions.
• Prescribing safely and appropriately in accordance with current guidance and the practice formulary.
• Reviewing test results, clinical correspondence and medication requests.
• Making referrals and seeking specialist advice where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records.
• Completing the clinical administration associated with patient consultations.
• Participating in agreed duty doctor, home-visiting or clinical triage responsibilities where required.
• Contributing to the management of long-term conditions, QOF and enhanced services.
• Following practice procedures for safeguarding, infection prevention, medicines management and clinical governance.
• Participating in relevant clinical meetings, significant-event reviews, audits and quality-improvement work.
• Working effectively with the multidisciplinary practice team and external health and care professionals.
• Supporting the practice in providing safe, accessible and patient-centred care.

About us

Goodcare Practice provides primary medical services to a diverse population of approximately 10,000 patients.

We are committed to delivering safe, effective and compassionate care and to maintaining a respectful and supportive working environment. The successful candidate will work alongside our existing clinical, management and administrative teams and will be encouraged to contribute to the continuing development of the practice.

We value teamwork, good communication, continuity of care and a proactive approach to improving services for our patients.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Primary medical qualification recognised by the GMC.
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the GMC GP Register by the employment start date.
• MRCGP and CCT in General Practice, or expected completion before the employment start date.
• Inclusion on, or eligibility for inclusion on, the NHS England Medical Performers List by the employment start date.

Experience

• Experience of working in UK general practice through employment or GP specialty training.
• Experience of assessing and managing patients presenting with acute and long-term conditions.
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities in primary care.
• Understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and confidentiality.

Skills and abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently while recognising when to seek advice.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively.
• Good clinical record-keeping and IT skills.
• Ability to develop professional and respectful relationships with patients and colleagues.
• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development