Overview
General Practitioner - Abersychan Group Practice. Abersychan Group Practice serves approximately 10,600 patients and has provided general medical services in the area for over 40 years. The post is for up to 6 sessions per week (salary £11,000 per session). The role may start October 1, 2025, or as soon as the right candidate is available. The practice is located in Abersychan, on the A4043 between Pontypool and Blaenavon, within easy reach of Newport and the M4 motorway. The practice is currently supported by one Salaried GP, one GP Retainer, one ANP, four Practice Nurses, one HCA, two Phlebotomists, and a team of Receptionists and Administrators. It participates in National & Local Enhanced Services and is a GP Training practice with two GPs in training and a Medical Student.
Responsibilities
* Undertaking a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions, and handling paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.
* Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
* Assess the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
* Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
* Develop care plans for health in consultation with patients in line with current practice disease management protocols.
* Prescribe in accordance with locally/nationally agreed guidelines.
About Us
Abersychan Group Practice serves approximately 10,600 patients and has provided general medical services in the area for over 40 years. The practice is located in Abersychan, on the A4043 between Pontypool and Blaenavon, within easy reach of Newport and the M4 motorway. The practice is supported by: one Salaried GP, one GP Retainer, one ANP, four Practice Nurses, one HCA, two Phlebotomists, and a team of Receptionists and Administrators. The practice participates in a wide range of National & Local Enhanced Services. It is also a GP Trainee practice with two GPs in training and a Medical Student.
Qualifications
Essential
* Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
* Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
* Completion of Foundation Training or equivalent clinical experience.
* Valid and current professional indemnity insurance.
* Up-to-date knowledge of medical treatments, procedures and emerging healthcare issues.
* Eligibility to work in the UK (if applicable).
* A full, clean driving license (if the role requires home visits or travel).
* Strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and patient-focused approach.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Strong time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Desirable
* Additional qualifications in areas such as family medicine, public health, or specialist GP training.
* Experience in clinical leadership, teaching, or mentoring roles.
* Experience in areas such as elderly care, chronic disease management, or palliative care.
* Leadership qualities and skills in health promotion and prevention strategies.
Employment Details
* Employment type: Part-time
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part-time
* Pay per session: £11,000
* Job locations: Abersychan Group Practice, Old Road, Abersychan, Pontypool, Gwent, NP4 7BH
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Medical Practices
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