Bridge Medical Centre is a digitally advanced, patient-focused, and forward-thinking training practice serving around 13,000 patients from our single modern site in Three Bridges, Crawley.
We are seeking enthusiastic and committed Salaried GPs to join our experienced, friendly, and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for doctors who value clinical quality, continuity of care, and professional satisfaction in a well-organised, progressive environment.
We offer a stable and nurturing setting where clinical work is prioritised, and administrative demands are minimised. Our culture values teamwork, open communication, and continuous learning, making this a rewarding place to develop a long-term career in primary care.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will deliver safe, evidence-based, and person-centred care to our registered patients through both telephone and face-to-face consultations.
Sessions run from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
Telephone consultations are scheduled for 10 minutes each.
Face-to-face consultations are 15 minutes each.
Appointments are fully managed by the partners, ensuring appropriate scheduling and clinical control.
The role follows a same-day appointment model, improving access and continuity for patients.
Opportunities exist to develop additional clinical interests such as minor surgery, joint injections, and womens health clinics.
The post-holder will be supported by a multidisciplinary team including Physician Associates, ACPs, Pharmacists, a Pharmacy Technician, and Paramedics, reducing administrative and clinical workload pressures.
About us
Bridge Medical Centre is a GMS practice caring for approximately 13,000 patients from our purpose-built premises in Three Bridges, Crawley.
Our team includes:
3 Partners, 2 Salaried GPs, 3 Physician Associates, 1 Prescribing ACP, 2 Pharmacists, and 1 Pharmacy Technician.
We are proud to be a training and teaching practice, fostering the development of GP trainees and allied health professionals.
We have achieved consistently high patient satisfaction, with around 95% positive feedback in the Friends and Family Test. We are also one of the highest-rated surgeries in Crawley on both Google and NHS reviews.
We are currently planning an expansion of our premises to add five new consulting rooms, supporting continued service growth and improved access.
Our practice is paper-free and digitally innovative, using SystmOne, Airmid, and Surgery Connect to streamline workflow and enhance patient communication. We pride ourselves on providing modern, efficient healthcare while maintaining the human touch that patients value most.
Job responsibilities
Key Features:
Standard sessions: 8:30 am 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm 5:30 pm
Mix of telephone and face-to-face appointments
10-minute telephone consultations and 15-minute face-to-face consultations
Same-day appointments model for improved access
Opportunities for minor surgery, joint injections, and womens health clinics
Low home-visit demand supported by the paramedic team
Minimal administrative burden through digital workflow systems
Contract and Remuneration
Competitive salary based on experience
Contract aligned with or better than the BMA model salaried GP contract
NHS indemnity covered
Full-time or part-time sessions available (up to 12 GP sessions across the week)
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Fully qualified GP with current GMC registration
* Inclusion on the National Medical Performers List
* Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
* Eligibility to practise independently in the United Kingdom
* Postgraduate qualification or additional certification in a clinical specialty (e.g. womens health, minor surgery, dermatology)
* Recognised GP Trainer or Supervisor accreditation, or interest in working towards this
Experience
* Experience of working in a UK primary care or equivalent clinical environment
* Experience of managing a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions
* Experience of working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary clinical team
* Experience of managing patient care in accordance with NHS primary care frameworks and clinical governance principles
* Experience of using electronic clinical systems-SystmOne.
* Experience of delivering patient-centred care in a busy and diverse practice environment
* Experience of maintaining accurate and timely medical records in line with professional standards
* Experience of participating in clinical audit, quality improvement projects, or service development initiatives
* Experience of teaching, mentoring, or supervising trainees or other healthcare professionals
* Experience or interest in minor surgery, womens health, or joint injections
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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