Salaried General Practitioner – Barrow-in-Furness
We are recruiting a salaried GP for 4 sessions per week (Tuesday and Friday) at the Alfred Barrow Health Centre, Barrow-in-Furness. The practice serves a population of just over 6,400 patients and is part of the Barrow Together PCN, working with seven GP partners, practice nurses, GP assistants, a practice manager, a reception/administration team and additional specialists such as clinical pharmacists, social prescribers, care coordinators and mental health practitioners.
About the Practice
* Over 6,400 registered patients
* Training practice
* High QOF achievers, participates in enhanced services
* EMIS Web electronic medical record system
* Competitive salary, GOOD rating with CQC
* Part of a successful 7‑practice Primary Care Network
Key Details
* Date posted: 03 December 2025
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part‑time
* Pay scheme: Salary depends on experience
* Reference number: A3163‑25‑0000
* Job location: Alfred Barrow Health Centre, Duke Street, Barrow‑in‑Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LB
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part‑time
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industry: Medical Practices
Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality general practice care to a varied patient base
* Communicate politely and effectively with all staff
* Perform on‑call clinics, surgery consultations, telephone consults, home visits, and medication reviews
* Prepare and sign repeat prescriptions, manage queries, paperwork, reports and correspondence promptly
* Provide effective long‑term condition management
* Maintain accurate clinical records following good practice, policy and guidance
* Share the practice workload equitably with colleagues and acceptance of autonomous practice within the GMS contract
* Adhere to best practice guidelines and participate in the audit process
* Drive continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
* Attend and contribute to practice meetings as required
* Support the training of medical students across all clinical disciplines
Person Specification
Essential skills and attributes
* Excellent written and oral communication
* Reliability, punctuality and commitment to team effort
* Effective time‑management and organisation skills
* Ability to work under pressure and autonomously
* Diligent follow‑up of clinical policies and procedures
* Commitment to ongoing professional development
Essential experience
* Experience working within primary care
Desirable experience
* Experience with EMIS Web
* Experience meeting QOF clinical targets
Essential qualifications
* Qualifying as a GP (MRCGP), full GMC registration, National Performers List registration, appropriate defence indemnity (MDU/MPS), eligibility to practice in the UK
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more information, see the NHS Careers website.
Skill Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Employer Details
* Employer name: Atkinson Health Centre Practice
* Address: Alfred Barrow Health Centre, Duke Street, Barrow‑in‑Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LB
* Website: https://www.atkinsonhealthcentrepractice.nhs.uk/
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