About this role
Job summary
Loughton Health centre are looking for a Salaried GP to join our existing friendly team for 4 sessions per week.
We have a practice list size of around 10,100 patients and are centrally located in Loughton Essex.
We have a long standing clinical team and an experienced non clinical support team
Main duties of the job
To provide high-quality, patient-centred primary medical care to the practice population.
To conduct face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations as appropriate.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and complete clinical records.
Process and action clinical correspondence, pathology results, and other administrative tasks in a timely manner.
About us
The clinical team includes GP partners, salaried GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and an experienced administrative and management team, creating a collaborative and supportive working environment.
For applicants, Loughton Health Centre offers the opportunity to work within a busy, forward-thinking practice that values teamwork, continuity of care, professional development, and high-quality patient outcomes. The practice has a diverse patient population and provides an excellent environment for GPs wishing to develop both their clinical skills and their involvement in multidisciplinary primary care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Provide high-quality, patient-centred primary medical care to the practice population. Conduct face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations as appropriate. Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions. Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with current guidelines and best practice. Order, interpret, and act upon investigations and test results. Refer patients to secondary care and other healthcare services when clinically indicated. Undertake home visits when required. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and complete clinical records. Process and action clinical correspondence, pathology results, and other administrative tasks in a timely manner. Participate in health promotion, disease prevention, and screening programmes. Contribute to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in accordance with local and national policies. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, including nurses, pharmacists, physician associates, and administrative staff. Participate in practice meetings, clinical governance activities, audits, and quality improvement initiatives. Support the training and supervision of students, trainees, and other healthcare professionals where appropriate. Maintain professional registration, appraisal requirements, and continuing professional development (CPD).
Comply with all relevant legislation, professional standards, and practice policies, including confidentiality, information governance, and health and safety requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS, MBChB or equivalent primary medical qualification. Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a current licence to practise. Inclusion on the GMC GP Register. Evidence of completion of GP Specialty Training (CCT) or equivalent qualification recognised for UK General Practice. Included on the relevant NHS Performers List. Valid indemnity cover in line with NHS requirements. Up-to-date mandatory training, including safeguarding and basic life support.
Desirable
Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP). Additional qualifications or diplomas relevant to General Practice (e.g. Women's Health, Child Health, Dermatology, Diabetes, Minor Surgery, Palliative Care, Mental Health). Experience as a GP in NHS primary care. Training or qualifications in teaching, mentoring, or supervision. Evidence of audit, quality improvement, research, or leadership activity.
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 Loughton Health Centre
Address Loughton Health Centre
The Drive
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1HW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://loughtonhealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)