About this role
Job summary
Due to the retirement of a long-standing GP, we are looking for an enthusiastic and committed GP to join our friendly and supportive practice team.
You will provide high-quality, patient-centred care within a collaborative team. We are offering three sessions per week, ideally Tuesdays and Thursdays, although there may be flexibility for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve:
Providing compassionate, patient-centred care for patients with acute and long-term conditions. Conducting face-to-face and telephone consultations and supporting practice triage. Making appropriate clinical decisions, referrals and prescriptions. Completing clinical administration and maintaining accurate records. Participating in patient triage, admin and enhanced access appointments. Working collaboratively with the practice team and contributing to clinical meetings, audits and service improvement. Keeping up to date with clinical guidance and best practice.
About us
Richmond Lock Surgery is a friendly, well-established GP practice on the Twickenham/Isleworth border, caring for around 7,600 patients. We are based in spacious, purpose-built premises in a lovely location next to the River Thames.
Our supportive team includes three GP Partners, three Salaried GPs, two Practice Nurses, an HCA and an in-house Pharmacist, supported by friendly Reception and Administration teams.
We are looking for a patient-focused, approachable and team-oriented GP who is committed to providing high-quality care and contributing positively to the continued development of the practice.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a GP within our practice, you will undertake the usual duties associated with Primary Care, including:
Patient consultations, both face-to-face and by telephone. Supporting the practice triage and appointment system. Making appropriate clinical decisions and referrals. Safe and appropriate prescribing. Working closely with Reception and Administration colleagues. Participating in practice and clinical meetings.
Person Specification
GP specialist training Essential
Ability to provide quality care Good interpersonal and communication skills
Qualifications Essential
Medical degree recognised by the GMC Completion of the two-year Foundation Programme Completion of GP specialist training Enhanced DBS check
Experience Essential
Previous experience of working within a GP Practice within Primary Care
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 Richmond Lock Surgery
Address Richmond Lock Surgery
300 St. Margarets Road
Twickenham
TW1 1PS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://richmondlocksurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)