About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a Salaried GP to join our friendly, forward-thinking training practice in Litherland, Liverpool. This is a 6-session role across 3 days per week (Tuesday, Thursday and Friday), offering 15-minute appointments and protected time for both clinical and administrative work.
Applications are welcomed from both newly qualified and experienced GPs, with support and mentorship available for the right candidate.
With a list size of approximately 5,800 patients, light home-visiting supported by a local Acute Visiting Scheme, and a collaborative multidisciplinary team, this post provides an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care within a sustainable workload.
You will be joining a well-resourced, supportive practice that genuinely values staff wellbeing, continuity of care and professional development. The successful applicant will become part of a welcoming team committed to delivering excellent care to our local community while maintaining a positive work-life balance.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will undertake a mix of routine and urgent GP consultations, providing high-quality, patient-centred care to our practice population. The role includes management of acute and chronic conditions, results handling and clinical correspondence, with protected time allocated for administrative responsibilities.
The post includes one duty day per week, supported by an Acute Visiting Scheme and an experienced multidisciplinary team. We are committed to delivering safe, sustainable workloads through 15-minute appointments and protected clinical administration time.
As a long-established training practice, we also offer opportunities to contribute to teaching, supervision and wider practice development according to the interests of the successful candidate.
About us
Ford Medical Practice has been providing NHS General Medical Services to patients across Litherland, Netherton, Thornton, Seaforth, Bootle and Crosby since 1962. We are proud to combine the personal feel of a community practice with the benefits of a modern, well-resourced working environment.
Our friendly team of 17 staff is led by two GP Partners and includes 3 Salaried GPs, a Practice Nurse, Trainee Nursing Associate, Healthcare Assistant, Medical Secretaries and an experienced Reception and Administration team. We place a strong emphasis on teamwork, mutual support and open communication, creating a positive working environment where colleagues are valued and encouraged to develop their interests.
The practice operates from a modernised and extended building with on-site parking, excellent facilities and convenient transport links, being just 20 minutes from Liverpool city centre and 10 minutes from the M57 and M58.
We are an established training practice supporting medical students, GP trainees and other healthcare learners, and are committed to developing the future NHS workforce while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Rated Good by the CQC, we are active members of South Sefton Primary Care Network and remain committed to delivering safe, effective and compassionate care. We offer a competitive employment package including NHS Pension Scheme membership, medical defence cover, BMA contract terms and a strong commitment to work-life balance.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The Salaried GP will be a key member of the practice team, providing high-quality, patient-centred care to a registered list of approximately 5,800 patients. The successful applicant will work within a supportive training practice offering 15-minute appointments, protected clinical administration time and a sustainable workload model. The post holder will work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to deliver safe, effective and responsive primary care services whilst contributing to the ongoing development of the practice.
Clinical Responsibilities
The successful applicant will:
Undertake routine and urgent GP consultations, both face-to-face and by telephone.
Deliver care through 15-minute appointments, with protected time allocated for clinical administration and workflow management.
Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and complex health problems.
Provide continuing care for patients with acute and chronic medical conditions.
Prescribe safely and in accordance with local and national guidance.
Review and action pathology results, correspondence and other clinical administration within allocated administrative time.
Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate, with support from the local Acute Visiting Scheme.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous electronic patient records.
Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and community services.
Participate in safeguarding and other statutory responsibilities in line with practice policies.
Practice Responsibilities
The post holder will:
Participate in the practice duty rota, currently comprising one duty day per week within the 6-session role.
Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective and accessible care.
Contribute to clinical governance, significant event reviews, audit and quality improvement activities.
Support the education and development of medical students, GP trainees and other learners where appropriate.
Contribute to practice meetings and service development initiatives.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across South Sefton Primary Care Network.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
MBBS, MBChB or equivalent primary medical qualification. Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and inclusion on the GP Register. Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List (or eligible for inclusion prior to commencement). Evidence of ongoing professional development and participation in appraisal and revalidation. Medical defence organisation membership (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement).
Desirable
MRCGP qualification. Additional qualifications or specialist interests relevant to primary care. Educational supervision, GP trainer or teaching qualifications.
Qualifications Essential
Experience of delivering primary care services within general practice. Ability to manage patients with acute and chronic medical conditions independently. Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent consultation, communication and clinical decision-making skills. Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.
Desirable
Previous experience as a salaried GP. Experience of clinical audit, quality improvement or service development. Experience of teaching, training or supervising healthcare learners. Experience of using EMIS Web.
Personal attributes Essential
Friendly, approachable and professional manner. Ability to work effectively as part of a supportive team. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Commitment to continuous quality improvement. Flexible and proactive approach to patient care and service delivery. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Ford Medical Practice
Address 93 Gorsey Lane
Ford
Liverpool
L21 0DF
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.fordmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)