We are looking for a permanent Salaried GP here at Lydden help provide holistic, patient centred continuity of care for our patients.
We operate a total triage model:ively Gow doctor led triage team of Care Navigators triages all requests for clinical assistance in order to direct patients to theمكان the most appropriate clinician within the correct timeframe.
Main duties of the job
You need to be an enthusiastic, passionate team player whoembodies patient-centred care, possesses a strong work ethic, is committed toforward-thinking initiatives, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.
This will be for 4 or 5 sessions a week working over 3 days. Thesuccessful candidate will ideally need to be available from April 2026
Terms and conditions will be in line with the BMA.
Salary is dependent onexperience.
Applications by CV with covering letter; informal discussionsand visits warmly welcomed.
The closing date for applications is February 20th2026, although wedo reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a highvolume of suitable applications.
Please contact: helen.croud@nhs.net or call01304 832160 to arrange to meet Wendy Yambo, Business Manager and Partner
About us
Lydden Surgery is a forward thinking, friendly and well established practice which moved from River to our current purpose built premises in the village of Lydden in October 2011. We are a rural dispensing practice.
Our diverse multidisciplinary practice team comprises: General Practitioners, Practice Nurses, two Heath Care Assistants, Dispensers, Medical Secretaries, Administrators and Receptionists. We are proud to be a Training Practice both for training doctors and trainee GPs: we are committed to fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals.
We offer a range of services including home visits for housebound patients who cannot attend the practice, a range of nursing clinics and services such as chronic disease management, blood tests, ECGs, dressings, blood pressure testing, warfarin clinics, hypertension clinics and NHS health checks. Our clinical system is EMIS web
We provide an extended range of Enhanced Services offering the potential to be involved and/or develop specialist clinical skills.
We are supported by the Primary Care Network Social Prescribers, First Contact Physiotherapy and Clinical Pharmacist Team.The Clinical team are supported by a well-led and trained administrative team whose sole focus is to minimise the administrative burdens on clinicians whilst optimising patient care.
The practice participates in the PCN Patient Participation group. We have dispensing services شناخت online appointment booking and electronic transfer of prescriptions.
Job responsibilities
Please also refer to the full Job Description Document - attached
Primary key responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilitiesof the Salaried GP in delivering health services.
a.The delivery of highly effective medical care to the~/entitled population
b.Work within our total triage system alongside the Care Navigatorsto triage patient requests for help ensuring the most appropriate dispositionfor care is given.
c.The provision of services commensurate with the primarycare contract
d.To clinically examine and assess patient needs from aphysiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical careaccordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner,utilising Practice and any other local guidelines
e.Generic prescribing adhering to local and nationalguidance. Compilingand issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions
f.Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately toassist the patient in complex, urgent or emergencyInterp situations, includinginitiation of effective emergency care
g.Effective management of long-term conditions
h.To support patients to adopt health promotion strategiesthat promote healthy lifestyles andFe apply principles of self-care
i.Processing of administration in a timely manner,including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associatedadministrative tasks
j.Review medications following the appropriate policies,NICE ク local clinical guidelines and local care pathways
k.Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction withgood practice, policy and guidance
l.Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of thepractice workload
m.Adhere to best practice recommended through clinicalguidelines and the audit process
n.Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans
o.Contribute to the successful implementation of continuousimprovement and quality initiatives within the practice
p.Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (orareas) or the QOF
q.Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings asrequired
r.Contribute effectively to the development and maintenanceof the practice including clinicaluktur and training
s.Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regardingcurrent legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures onSafeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
t.Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
u.Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remainfit to practice
v.Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuingprofessional development across the practice team
w.Review and always adhere to practice protocols andpolicies
x.Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staffregularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement
y.To be an integral part of the general practice team aswell as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team
z.There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry outother tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload andstaffing levels
Wider responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities,the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities:
a.Participate in the spectrum of clinical governanceprocesses
b.Participate in formal training events promoting bestpractice in area of expertise Provide leadership and education for members ofthe multi-disciplinary team, providing guidance and support when necessary
c.Participate in local initiatives to enhance servicedelivery and patient care
This document may be amended following consultationwith the post-holder to facilitate the development of the role, the organisationand the individual. All personnel should be prepared to accept additional, orsurrender existing duties, to enable the efficient running of the organisation.
Person Specification
* Full GMC registration
* Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation Please see Person Specification document for more detail
* Evidence of current validation
* Evidence of last appraisal
* Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Experience(regex?)
* Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* Experience of working in a primary care environment
* Experience of providing home visits
* General understanding of the primary care contract
* Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice
* Experience of Prescribing and raising prescriptions both electronically and paper prescriptions
* Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
* Experience of working in a Dispensing GP practice
* General understanding of Quality and Outcomes Framework
* An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners
Personal Qualities
* Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
* Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
* High levels of integrity and loyalty
* Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures
* Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
* Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
* Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
* Ability to identify risk and assess/manage
* Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
* Good interpersonal and organisational skills
* Commitment to ongoing professional development
* Polite and confident
* Motivated, forward thinker
* Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
Other requirements/wider responsibilities
* Occupational health tilfreds clearance
* Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
* Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role
* Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis
Qualifications
* Qualified GP
* MRCGP
* Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
* Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
* Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
* Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice
* Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge
* Understanding of the spectrum of，全 clinical governance processes
* Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes
* Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues
* Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose
* Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
* Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly
* Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions
* Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
* Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice
* Knowledge of health promotion strategies
* Experience of medicines management
* Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
* Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service
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.
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