Job Summary
GP with an interest in Palliative Care for Minehead Medical Centre and patient homes within the local community. Hours: 20 hours (part‑time) with potential for full‑time (40 hours). Salary: £88,000 to £100,000 a year. Permanent contract.
Job Responsibilities
* Provide generalist and specialist palliative care across community and practice settings.
* Lead anticipatory care planning, including advance care planning and DNACPR discussions.
* Support symptom management, medication optimisation, and reducing avoidable hospital admissions.
* Act as a clinical lead, supporting colleagues and contributing to service development and quality improvement.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and on the Performers List.
* Evidence of postgraduate training or experience in palliative care (e.g., Diploma in Palliative Medicine, RCGP End of Life Care modules).
* Proven experience delivering high‑quality general practice, including care for patients with advanced illness and end‑of‑life needs.
* Experience of multidisciplinary and cross‑sector collaboration.
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
Skills, Knowledge & Attributes
* In‑depth understanding of palliative and end‑of‑life care principles.
* Knowledge of relevant national and local policies (e.g., NICE, GSF).
* Excellent communication skills, including sensitive discussions and advance care planning.
* Strong leadership and collaborative working abilities.
* Compassionate, empathetic, patient‑centred approach.
* Commitment to reducing health inequalities and improving access.
* Resilient, flexible, and adaptable to changing service needs.
Benefits
* 15‑minute appointments maximum of 27 per day.
* NHS Pension with 20.6% Employer Contribution.
* 30 days plus Bank Holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time).
* Indemnity cover for the hours worked.
* Extra days leave for work anniversary each year.
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity/Adoption pay.
* 10% of weekly hours set aside for continuing professional development time.
* 5 days study leave per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time).
* Participation in OMGs refer a friend scheme.
* Internal wellbeing support through OMGs Wellbeing Advisors.
* Fortnightly Grocery Order for services.
* 24/7 free access to an Employee Assistance Programme run by Health Assured.
* Eye care scheme: free eye test plus contribution towards glasses.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Access to NHS Discounts.
* Skilled‑Worker visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates who already hold residence in the UK.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
OneMedical Group is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. If you would like to discuss the support options available during the recruitment process please email recruitment@onemedicalgroup.co.uk.
Employer
OneMedical Group, Minehead Medical Centre, 2 Irnham Road, Minehead, TA24 5DL. Website: https://www.onemedicalgroup.co.uk/
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