Salaried GP
Job Description
Job summary
Primrose bank & Ewood Medical Centre is a forward thinking and high achieving training practice serving approximately 9200 patients in Blackburn with Darwen. We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic 4-6 sessions salaried GP for 1 year fixed term leading to permanent after review to join our supportive and well established team across both sites.
This is a newly created post, providing additional GP capacity to support rising patient demand and continue to provide timely access to care for our population.
We are friendly, professional and caring. We are passionate about providing safe and effective care for all. Our clinical team are multi skilled and embrace our forward thinking practice culture that aims to be outstanding in everything we do.
We believe in being inclusive and diverse. We use innovation and technology, where possible and appropriate, to enhance access to GPs.
We operate a well-established total triage model using Accurx, enabling us to manage demand safely and effectively. Our multidisciplinary team, including, GP partners, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Clinical Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician, ensures GP workload remains focused on patients with the greatest clinical need.
We understand the pressures of general practice and we pride ourselves on achieving a good working environment
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a salaried GP who will work as an autonomous practitioner providing high quality, evidence based, primary care services.
You will undertake a full range of general medical services in accordance with the NHS Contract including home visits, appropriate administrative work such as investigations and correspondence, as well as QOF and quality work.
You will adhere to General Medical Council standards and contribute to effective practice management, maintaining a positive and collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.
About us
We are a friendly, supportive training practice with a strong team ethos.
Our team includes:
- 2 GP partners
- ANP's
- Practice Nurses and HCA
- Clinical Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician
- Experienced administrative and management team
We are rated Good overall by CQC
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for providing high-quality medical services to the practice population in line with the GMS contract. You will adhere to General Medical Council standards for Good Medical Practice, contribute to effective practice management, and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with the multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities & Clinical Duties
Deliver high-quality, evidence-based medical care
Manage acute presentations and long-term conditions
Provide services in line with the GMS contract and prescribing guidance
Participate in Home Visits
Manage own admin lists including pathology, investigations and correspondence
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
Support QOF delivery, clinical audit, and quality improvement initiatives
Contribute to clinical governance, significant event reviews and audits
Administrative & Organisational Duties
Process referrals, repeat prescriptions, and associated admin tasks
Contribute to medicines optimisation across the Practice
Attend and contribute to practice meetings
Support partners in achieving strategic aims and service development
Adhere to practice policies, protocols, and regional directives
Education, Training & Development
Commit to CPD, appraisal, and revalidation
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
Professional Standards
Uphold confidentiality and data protection requirements
Promote Equality, Diversity & Inclusion principles
Maintain high standards of professional conduct and communication
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and security legislation
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
This list is not exhaustive.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of continued professional development
- Experience in Primary Care
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated, forward thinker
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Listed on the Performers List
- Proof of Medical degree
- CCT certification or equivalent
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Primrose Bank Medical Centre
Address
Primrose Bank
Blackburn
BB1 5ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.primrosebankmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
