Job Title
Salaried GP
Location
Lamberhurst Surgery in Tunbridge Wells
Working Hours
1 session a week (preferably Friday AM or PM to suit) – 4hrs in total
Job Type
1 year fixed term contract
Salary
£90-£95 per hour
Job Summary
To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. The post-holder will adhere to GMC standards for good medical practice, contribute to the effective management of the practice, lead by example, and maintain a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.
Core Responsibilities
* The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
* The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
* Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
* Effective management of long‑term conditions
* Processing of administration promptly, including referrals, repeat prescription requests, and other associated administrative tasks
* On a rotational basis, undertake the role of a duty doctor
* Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy, and guidance
* Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
* Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
* Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
* Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) of the QOF
* Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
* Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice, including: clinical governance, training, financial management, and HR
* Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
* Prepare and complete the revalidation process
* Commit to self‑learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
* Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
* Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
* Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
* Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times
* Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead
* Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
* Participate in the review of significant and near‑miss events applying a structured approach, i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)
Qualifications
* A recognised primary medical qualification (e.g., MBBS or equivalent)
* Certificate of Completion of GP Training (CCT)
* GP on NHS Performer’s List
* Full GMC Registration
* Polite, professional, and confident approach to communication with others
* Passionate about providing great clinical care
* Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
* Flexible and open to change to improve things
* Supportive to colleagues
* Other typical things (such as DBS, evidence of ongoing appraisals, etc…)
Benefits
* 30 days annual leave (pro rata) + 2 statutory holidays (pro rata)
* 8 BH (pro‑rata)
* NHS Pension
* Indemnity / MDU (pro‑rata)
* Access to all the necessary equipment within each of our clinical rooms
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and is required for a disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check any previous criminal convictions.
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