Fixed Term Salaried GP (6 months)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated GP to join our well-established, friendly practice on a fixed-term salaried contract for 6 months to cover maternity leave.

This role would be ideal for a GP looking for a rewarding short-term opportunity within a supportive team that values high-quality patient care, continuity, professional development, and work-life balance.

At Rosemary Medical Centre, we pride ourselves on delivering patient-centred care in a positive and collaborative working environment. We are committed to supporting our staff and fostering a culture where teamwork, learning, and wellbeing are prioritised.

About Us

• GMS Practice with approximately 9,500 patients and growing
• 5 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs and 1 Nurse Practitioner
• High QOF achievement
• Training practice for Foundation Doctors
• Full range of Enhanced Services
• Strong commitment to professional development and CPD
• Excellent administrative and clinical support teams

The Role

• Fixed-term Salaried GP contract for 6 months
• 4 sessions per week Tuesday and Friday
• Supportive and experienced clinical team
• Opportunities to become involved in teaching and service development
• Flexible and family-friendly approach where possible

Informal visits, conversations and enquiries are warmly welcomed. We'd be delighted to show you around and discuss how you could become part of our team.

Main duties of the job

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.

Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

About us

Our practice has long been recognised for providing excellent care within a traditional family practice setting while embracing innovation and service development. We have established strong working relationships with our consultant colleagues at University Hospitals Dorset and place great importance on education, teaching, and continuous learning.

Two of our partners are GP trainers, and we regularly support Foundation Doctors through various stages of their training.

Our Mission

To improve the health and wellbeing of our patients by:

• Improving health outcomes
• Enhancing access to services
• Providing high-quality care closer to home where possible
• Supporting and developing our workforce
• Making the best use of NHS resources

As part of Poole Central PCN, we benefit from an extensive multidisciplinary team including:

• Acute Visiting Team
• Care Home Team
• Clinical Pharmacists
• Musculoskeletal Practitioners
• Social Prescribers/Link Workers
• Health Coaches

Job responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

• a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• b. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
• c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• d. Effective management of long-term conditions
• e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
• g. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
• h. Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• k. Accept delegated responsibility for a list of patients
• l. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• m. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• n. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• o. Prepare and complete the revalidation process
• p. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• q. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• r. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• s. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
• t. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration

Desirable

• Special Interest
• GP Trainer

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• General understanding of the GMS contract
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Systmone user skills
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
• Experience with clinical risk management
• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Effectively utilises resources
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational Health Clearance

Other

Essential

• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently