Salaried GP
Job Description
Job summary
Looking to work in a beautiful rural location?
Do you want to be part of a high achieving, friendly and supportive training practice covering 200 square miles of the Herefordshire, Shropshire and Welsh borders?
If so you may be the person for us.
We are expanding our team and would like to welcome a Salaried GP (5 to 6 sessions) to join our practice. Ideally, the successful candidate would be able to start as soon as possible but we are flexible and willing to wait for the right individual.
We Offer:
BMA Model Contract including leave and CPD entitlement
Salary £10,800 to £12,500 per session, per annum, depending on experience and any additional skills or responsibilities
We have:
A growing list, caring for approximately 9000 patients.
Three well equipped premises, including a purpose-built branch surgery. Our main site is five miles north of the market town of Leominster. Our two branch surgeries are near to Ludlow and Craven Arms.
Currently 3 GP Partners and 4 salaried GPs. A full complement of other healthcare professionals, including a pharmacist, a visiting paramedic and GP registrars.
Strong clinical and administrative support team
We are:
Over 90% dispensing (dispensaries on all three sites)
A GP training practice & Research Ready Accredited
Part of North and West Herefordshire PCN
CQC inspected and rated Good
Currently not participating in any out of hours or extended hours initiatives
Dedicated to maintaining a good work/life balance
Main duties of the job
- Provide primary care consultations via face-to-face, telephone, and digital platforms.
- Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and long-term conditions.
- Prescribe safely in line with current clinical guidelines.
- Request and interpret investigations, including blood tests and imaging.
- Develop management plans and ensure continuity of care.
- Refer patients appropriately to secondary, community, or specialist services.
- Deliver preventative care, screening, immunisations, and health promotion.
- Manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and mental health conditions.
- Respond to urgent and emergency presentations as required.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records.
- Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues.
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement activities.
- Attend practice meetings and contribute to service development.
- Support teaching and supervision of trainees and students where appropriate.
- Comply with safeguarding, professional, legal, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain CPD, appraisal, and revalidation standards.
- Undertake administrative duties related to patient care.
- Support PCN initiatives and collaborative working.
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
About us
Mortimer Medical Practice is a friendly, well-established GP practice in the heart of rural Kingsland, Herefordshire, serving a diverse and supportive patient population. The practice has two branch sites in Orleton and Leintwardine, all of which are dispensing. With approx 9,000 patients, we a great reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a welcoming environment.
Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively and values mutual respect, professionalism and kindness. Fostering a positive workplace culture where every team member is recognised for their contribution and encouraged to develop their skills and interests. Staff wellbeing is important, and we strive to maintain a supportive atmosphere where colleagues feel valued.
We are committed to continuous improvement and providing excellent clinical care. Our team benefits from strong clinical leadership, regular communication and opportunities for ongoing professional development. We encourage learning, share expertise across the practice and support career progression wherever possible.
As a group of smaller community-focused practices, we take pride in knowing our patients well and delivering personalised care that makes a real difference to their health and wellbeing.
Mortimer Medical Practice offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career in primary care while enjoying a rewarding and fulfilling working environment.
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The Salaried GP will be responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centred primary care services to the practice population, ensuring the effective diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of medical conditions. The post holder will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, and responsive healthcare services.
The post holder will have access to appropriate clinical supervision and an appropriate named individual in the organisation to provide general advice and support on a day-to-day basis.
Main duties
- Deliver comprehensive primary care services through face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations.
- Assess, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
- Provide safe, evidence-based prescribing in line with current clinical guidelines.
- Order and interpret diagnostic investigations, including laboratory tests and imaging.
- Develop and implement appropriate management plans, ensuring continuity of care.
- Refer patients to secondary care or specialist services where appropriate.
- Provide preventative care, including screening and health promotion.
- Manage long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and mental health conditions.
- Respond to urgent and emergency situations appropriately, including initial assessment and stabilisation.
- Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and confidential patient records.
- Ensure effective communication with patients, families, and carers.
- Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, including pharmacists, paramedics, nurses, and administrative staff.
- Participate in clinical governance activities, including audit, quality improvement, and adherence to best practice guidelines.
- Engage in regular practice meetings and contribute to service development.
- Support the training and supervision of GP registrars and medical students where appropriate.
- Comply with safeguarding policies for children and vulnerable adults.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge through continuing professional development (CPD) and appraisal.
- Adhere to all relevant professional, legal, and regulatory requirements.
Additional Responsibilities
- Contribute to the smooth running of the practice and support colleagues as required.
- Participate in administrative duties related to patient care.
- Engage with Primary Care Network (PCN) initiatives where appropriate.
- Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of care and teamwork.
- Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
Working Pattern
- Sessions and working days to be agreed.
- No current requirement for out-of-hours or extended hours working (subject to future service needs).
Accountability
The Salaried GP is accountable to the GP Partners for clinical performance and the delivery of safe and effective patient care.
About us
Mortimer Medical Practice is a friendly, well-established GP practice located in the heart of rural Kingsland in Herefordshire, serving a diverse and supportive patient population. The practice has two branch sites in nearby Orleton and Leintwardine, all of which are dispensing. With around 9,000 patients, we are proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively and values mutual respect, professionalism and kindness. We foster a positive workplace culture where every team member is recognised for their contribution and encouraged to develop their skills and interests. Staff wellbeing is important to us, and we strive to maintain a supportive atmosphere where colleagues feel valued.
We are committed to continuous improvement, innovation and providing excellent clinical care. Our team benefits from strong clinical leadership, regular communication and opportunities for ongoing professional development. We encourage learning, share expertise across the practice and support career progression wherever possible.
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