About this role
Job summary
Are you an enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated GP looking to join a progressive, supportive, and forward-thinking practice?
We are seeking a Salaried GP to become part of our friendly and highly skilled team at Peel House Medical Practice, a thriving practice serving over 18,500 patients from our modern, purpose-built premises in the heart of Accrington.
Why Join Us?
At Peel House, we believe that delivering excellent patient care starts with supporting our team. We have cultivated a positive, collaborative working environment where every member of staff is valued and encouraged to contribute to the ongoing development of the practice.
We provide regular protected time for learning and development through a structured programme of:
Whole-practice meetings Clinical meetings Safeguarding meetings Protected training sessions A Truly Multidisciplinary Team
Our greatest strength is the diversity of expertise and interests within our workforce. You'll work alongside an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team including:
GPs Advanced Nurse Practitioners Pharmacists First Contact Physiotherapists Practice Nurses Healthcare Assistants Nursing Associate Health & Wellbeing Coach Social Prescriber
The practice benefits from a strong and experienced management team led by our Practice Operations and Strategic Manager ensuring clinicians are supported to focus on patient care.
Main duties of the job
About You
We are looking for a GP who:
Shares our commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. Is professional, approachable, and compassionate. Thrives in a collaborative team environment. Is adaptable and resilient in the face of the varied challenges of modern general practice. Brings enthusiasm, initiative, and a desire to contribute to the continued growth and development of the practice. Wants to be part of an ambitious, innovative, and supportive team. Join Us
This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming and ambitious practice that places equal value on excellent patient care, teamwork, professional development, and staff wellbeing.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference while being supported to thrive professionally and personally, we'd love to hear from you.
About us
An Influential and Innovative Practice
We are proud to be a training practice, supporting GP trainees, Foundation Doctors, and medical students. Teaching and mentoring are central to who we are, and we are passionate about developing the next generation of healthcare professionals.
We work closely with our PCN, Hyndburn Central, and are actively involved in shaping primary care locally. One of our Partners is the PCN Clinical Lead, and the practice is represented on both the local Alliance Board and the LMC.
We are committed to innovation and continually seek new ways of working to improve patient care while reducing unnecessary workload for clinicians.
What We Offer
Competitive salary of £10,500 £11,500 per session
Opportunities to undertake extended hours sessions at enhanced rates
NHS Pension Scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement of up to 30 days plus bank holidays
Comprehensive induction and ongoing support
A well-established, high-performing practice with an excellent reputation
A genuinely innovative approach to working, with a strong focus on reducing workload and improving work-life balance
Opportunities to develop specialist interests and take on additional responsibilities
EMIS Web clinical system
Modern, purpose-built premises
A stable and diverse patient population of over 18,500 patients
Job description Job 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 in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor on-call roles
Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
Work 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) or the QOF
Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training
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 always adhere to practice protocols and policies
Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement
Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, being aware of statutory child/vulnerable adult health procedure, safeguarding and local guidance.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of continued professional development Experience of QOF and clinical audit General understanding of the GMS contract
Desirable
Experience of medicines management Experience of ICB initiatives
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.
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 Peel House Medical Practice
Address Accrington Pals Primary Care Centre
1 Paradise Street
Accrington
Lancashire
BB5 2EJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.peelhousemedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)