Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and flexible salaried GP to join Longton Medical Centre to work between 4-6 sessions per week. Our supportive team are well established, friendly, hardworking and dedicated to providing a good experience for the patient and a pleasant working environment. The opportunity is available to both newly qualified and experienced GPs who want to work in a forward thinking training practice. We are continuously looking to improve what we do and value innovative and new ways of working.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will primarily be involved in delivering highly effective medical care to the local population. This will involve working as the Duty Doctor as well as routine sessions, telephone triage, online consultations and video consults. Home visits will be required when clinically necessary. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with a high level of interpersonal skills. We are happy to hear from those with specific areas of interest, or to help develop them.
About us
We are a training practice located in Rainhill Merseyside, caring for 9000 patients. The practice is made up of 3 GP partners, salaried GP, 2 Practice Nurses and a Health Care Assistant plus ARRS roles. Our GP partners have special interests in family planning, dermatology and musculoskeletal. There is no weekend or out of hours' work. The clinical team is supported by an efficient reception/administration team and Practice Manager.
Date posted: 10 April 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: A2326-25-0005
Job locations:
451 Warrington Road, Rainhill, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 4LL
Job description Job responsibilities
The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients. Clinical Responsibilities include:
1. Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems.
2. Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
3. Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients.
4. Providing counselling and health education.
5. Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.
6. Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary.
7. Undertaking all normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP in primary care.
Person Specification
Skills Essential:
* Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
* IT skills
* Clear, polite telephone manner
* Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
* Effective time management
* Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Problem solving & analytical skills
Experience Essential:
* Experience of working in a primary care environment
* Experience of continued professional development
Qualifications Essential:
* Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
* Inclusion on the NHS England performers list
* Evidence of continual professional development activities
Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
UK Registration:
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name: Longton Medical Centre
Address: 451 Warrington Road, Rainhill, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 4LL
Employer's website: https://longtonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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