About this role
Job summary
The Salaried General Practitioner (GP) plays a key role in delivering high-quality, compassionate and patient-centred primary care to the practice population. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the postholder will provide comprehensive medical services, managing both acute and long-term conditions while promoting health, wellbeing and disease prevention. The role requires excellent clinical judgement, effective communication and a commitment to delivering safe, evidence-based care. The Salaried GP will contribute to the ongoing development of practice services, support quality improvement initiatives and help ensure the practice meets its contractual, regulatory and clinical governance responsibilities. This is an opportunity to work collaboratively within a supportive team, delivering outstanding care and making a positive difference to the health of the local community.
Main duties of the job
The Salaried General Practitioner (GP) is responsible for delivering safe, effective, evidence-based and patient-centred medical care to the practice population. The role involves assessing, diagnosing and managing a wide range of acute and long-term health conditions through face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations. The postholder will provide holistic clinical care, prescribe safely in accordance with national and local guidance, undertake home visits where clinically appropriate, and make timely referrals to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals.
The GP will manage clinical correspondence, pathology and diagnostic results, prescriptions, medical reports and other administrative duties, ensuring accurate clinical coding, comprehensive record keeping and effective use of clinical systems. They will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support integrated care, contribute to the management of long-term conditions, deliver preventative healthcare and health promotion.
The Salaried GP will contribute positively to service development, support colleagues, promote equality, diversity and inclusion, maintain patient confidentiality, and uphold the values of the practice by fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, learning and continuous improvement to deliver the highest standards of patient care.
About us
Springfield Medical Centre is a forward-thinking NHS general practice committed to delivering high-quality, safe and compassionate healthcare to our local community. We provide a comprehensive range of primary care services to a diverse patient population.
We are a high achieving practice in the heart of Eccles which is close to Manchester City Centre, Chorlton, Worsley, The Trafford Centre and Urmston Town Centre.Transport links are good and we are located close to the M60 Motorway.
The Health Centre is a modern building with comfortable well equipped rooms, meeting room and staff areas.
Whilst it is busy there is an understanding for a work life balance and staff are supported with training and opportunities.
Our multidisciplinary team includes General Practitioners, Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Mental Health Practitioners, Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators and a skilled administrative and management team. Together, we strive to deliver accessible, patient-centred care that meets the changing needs of our population.
We are committed to continuous improvement, innovation and learning, using patient feedback, quality improvement methodologies and evidence-based practice to enhance the services we provide. We foster a supportive working environment where staff wellbeing, teamwork, professional development and inclusion are valued, enabling our teams to provide the highest standards of care.
Job description Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP in delivering health services
The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract
To clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising Practice and any other local guidelines
Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care
Effective management of long-term conditions
To support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care
Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways
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
Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans
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
Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice
Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies
Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement
To be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the wider network and multi-disciplinary team
There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities
Participate in the spectrum of clinical governance processes
Participate in formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise Provide leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing guidance and support when necessary
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Person specification Salaried GP Qualifications Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) Other requirements/wider responsibilities Full GMC registration Performers list registration Indemnity Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Occupational health clearance Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis
Desirable
Experience Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of providing home visits Minimum of two years as a salaried GP General understanding of the primary care contract Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners Clinical knowledge and skills Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes Knowledge of health promotion strategies Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions Understanding of safeguarding adults and children Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice Experience of medicines management Knowledge of public health issues in the local area Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service Personal qualities Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure High levels of integrity and loyalty Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity Ability to identify risk and assess/manage Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal and organisational skills Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Polite and confident Motivated, forward thinker Effectively utilise resources
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 Springfield Medical Centre
Address 384 Liverpool Road
Eccles
Manchester
M30 8QD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.springfield-medical-centre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)