Salaried GP

Main duties of the job

The Salaried GP will provide high-quality, patient-centred care through a combination of face-to-face and remote consultations, managing a broad range of acute and chronic conditions in line with current clinical guidelines. The role includes participation in a structured Total Triage model, ensuring timely assessment and appropriate management of patient demand.

You will undertake routine and urgent clinics, contribute to a shared duty doctor rota, and carry out home visits where clinically necessary. Clinical decision-making will be supported by a multidisciplinary team, including pharmacists, advanced practitioners, nurses, and care coordinators, enabling safe and efficient workload distribution.

The postholder will be responsible for maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records, reviewing laboratory results, processing clinical correspondence, and completing associated administrative tasks within allocated time.

Active participation in clinical governance, safeguarding, and quality improvement activities is expected, alongside attendance at practice meetings and educational sessions. As a training practice, there may be opportunities to support and supervise GP registrars and medical students.

The role requires adherence to professional standards set by the General Medical Council, with a commitment to continuous professional development and safe clinical practice.

About us

[Employer hidden] is a friendly, well-established village GP practice serving Toddington and surrounding communities in Central Bedfordshire. Located on Luton Road (LU5 6DE), close to Junction 12 of the M1, the practice is easily accessible for both local residents and commuters, with on-site parking and an adjacent community pharmacy.

The practice cares for approximately 9,000 registered patients across a predominantly semi-rural population. This includes a mix of families, working-age adults, and an increasing elderly population. While overall deprivation is relatively low, there are pockets of health need, shaping a strong focus on prevention, long-term condition management, and personalised care.

Clinical leadership is provided by three GP Partners and an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, supported by a multidisciplinary team. The practice works closely with its Primary Care Network to deliver enhanced services and improve patient access.

[Employer hidden] offers flexible appointment options, including face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations, alongside chronic disease clinics, structured medication reviews, and same-day urgent care.

The practices aim is to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care close to home, ensuring continuity where it matters and timely access when needed.

Details

Job description

The postholder will deliver high-quality, safe, and effective primary care services to the registered patient population of [Employer hidden]. The role includes the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients presenting with a wide range of undifferentiated and chronic conditions.

The Salaried GP will work within a structured, multidisciplinary team model, contributing to a sustainable workload environment, and supporting the delivery of accessible, patient-centred care aligned with NHS priorities and local commissioning requirements.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties

• Provide comprehensive general medical services to registered patients
• Undertake face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations
• Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions
• Prescribe safely and appropriately in line with local and national guidelines
• Manage patients presenting with undifferentiated illness
• Undertake home visits where clinically indicated

Duty Doctor Responsibilities

• Participate in a shared duty doctor rota
• Manage urgent same-day demand
• Provide clinical oversight and support to the wider team
• Ensure safe and timely decision-making for urgent presentations

Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and legally compliant clinical records
• Review laboratory results, clinical correspondence, and hospital letters
• Complete referrals, reports, and other documentation in a timely manner
• Process prescription requests in line with practice protocols
• Contribute to workflow management within allocated admin time

Multidisciplinary Working

• Work collaboratively with:
• GP Partners
• Advanced Clinical Practitioner
• Clinical Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technician
• Practice Nurses & HCAs
• GP Assistants and administrative teams
• Support appropriate delegation of workload to ARRS roles
• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions where required
• Contribute to integrated care within the Primary Care Network (PCN)

Clinical Governance & Quality

• Adhere to professional standards set by the General Medical Council
• Comply with all relevant clinical governance frameworks
• Participate in:
• Clinical audit
• Significant Event Analysis (SEA)
• Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives
• Maintain awareness of NICE guidelines and local ICB pathways
• Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met (children and vulnerable adults)

Training & Education

[Employer hidden] is a recognised training practice. The postholder may:

• Support and supervise GP Registrars
• Contribute to the teaching of medical students (Cambridge University)
• Provide informal mentorship to junior clinicians
• Engage in personal continuing professional development (CPD)

Workload & Organisation

• Deliver care within a structured sessional model (typically 4h 10m per session)
• Work within defined clinical and administrative time
• Engage with practice systems designed to:
• Optimise workload
• Reduce unnecessary GP demand
• Improve efficiency and patient access
• Utilise digital tools to enhance workflow and patient care

Digital & Clinical Systems

• Use SystmOne for all clinical documentation
• Engage with digital consultation platforms (eConsult, Accurx)
• Maintain high standards of data quality and coding
• Support the use of digital tools including the NHS App

Patient Care & Communication

• Deliver patient-centred, compassionate care
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
• Support shared decision-making
• Manage patient expectations appropriately within service capacity
• Contribute to maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction

Health & Safety / Risk Management

• Comply with practice policies on health and safety
• Identify and report risks or incidents
• Participate in risk management processes
• Ensure safe prescribing and clinical practice

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Act in a non-discriminatory manner at all times
• Promote equality and diversity in service delivery
• Respect cultural, social, and individual differences

Professional Development

• Maintain full registration and licence to practise with the General Medical Council
• Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation
• Engage in ongoing CPD
• Maintain an up-to-date professional portfolio

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualified General Practitioner (MRCGP or equivalent)
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise
• Inclusion on NHS Performers List
• Strong clinical and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience in UK General Practice
• Interest in teaching or training
• Special clinical interest (e.g. diabetes, dermatology, minor surgery)
• Experience with digital triage systems

Working Relationships

The postholder will work closely with:

• GP Partners
• Practice Manager and Operations Team
• Clinical and administrative staff
• Primary Care Network colleagues
• External healthcare providers

Additional Information

The role may evolve in line with service development and NHS priorities

The postholder may be required to undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the role

Flexibility is expected to support service delivery