About this role
Job summary
Salaried GP 6 to 8 Sessions | Immediate Start
Compass House Medical Centres, Brixham, South Devon £11,000 to £12,400 per session | BMA model contract
Compass House Medical Centres are seeking a Salaried GP to join our established, supportive team, with an immediate start available.
We are an Outstanding CQC-rated practice and Investors in People Gold employer, serving over 15,500 patients from our purpose-built surgery overlooking the sea in Brixham, our Galmpton branch and a refurbished wing at Brixham Hospital.
We would particularly welcome someone who enjoys working collaboratively, shares our commitment to high-quality patient care and is keen to contribute their ideas and experience to the continued development of the practice. Our culture is underpinned by our values of Caring, Teamwork, Collaboration, Excellence, Listening and Innovation.
Main duties of the job
Our GPs hold patient lists, supporting continuity of care and long-term relationships with patients and families. The successful applicant will join a team of 10 GPs, supported by highly experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, nurses, Care Co-ordinators and Social Prescribers.
Planned Care sessions typically include 25 core patient contacts across the day, with additional GP-controlled continuity/follow-up slots. Protected time is built in for administration and review, alongside daily coffee breaks and flexibility in managing workload.
Practice visits are managed by the duty On the Day Team, primarily through our Visiting ANP, protecting routine Planned Care sessions. Planned visits remain welcomed where they support continuity of care.
Our dedicated On the Day hub brings together GPs, ANPs and nursing colleagues to share workload and provide ready access to peer support. GP workload is further supported by:
Clinical Pharmacists managing medication queries, reviews and repeat prescriptions Care Co-ordinators streamlining administrative and clinical processes Regular MDT, clinical and practice meetings within a safe, collaborative environment
About us
We are a forward-thinking Training Practice with a strong record of service redesign and digital innovation, using technology and AI-enabled systems where appropriate to improve patient access, streamline workflows and reduce avoidable clinical workload.
We train GP Registrars, Medical Students, nurses and other professionals, participate in clinical research and offer opportunities in education, innovation, leadership and future neighbourhood working.
Our community services include Brixham Hospital inpatient ward cover and our nationally recognised Fishing for Better Health programme.
We offer
£11,000£12,400 per session, according to experience and additional responsibilities 68 sessions per week BMA model contract 6 weeks' annual leave plus 1 week's study leave MDDUS medical indemnity top-up An assigned mentor for at least 6 months and in-house appraisals Laptop and excellent multidisciplinary support A friendly, values-driven team committed to wellbeing and sustainable working Our culture has been recognised through Investors in People Gold accreditation and the national General Practice Workforce Wellbeing Award. Many colleagues have remained with us for more than 10 years.
Informal visits and conversations are warmly welcomed. Locum sessions can also be arranged before applying, giving you the opportunity to experience working at Compass House and meet our team.
Job description Job responsibilities
Our GPs hold patient lists, supporting continuity of care and long-term relationships with patients and families. The successful applicant will join a team of 10 GPs, supported by highly experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, nurses, Care Co-ordinators and Social Prescribers.
Planned Care sessions typically include 25 core patient contacts across the day, with additional GP-controlled continuity/follow-up slots. Protected time is built in for administration and review, alongside daily coffee breaks and flexibility in managing workload.
Practice visits are managed by the duty On the Day Team, primarily through our Visiting ANP, protecting routine Planned Care sessions. Planned visits remain welcomed where they support continuity of care.
Our dedicated On the Day hub brings together GPs, ANPs and nursing colleagues to share workload and provide ready access to peer support. GP workload is further supported by:
Clinical Pharmacists managing medication queries, reviews and repeat prescriptions Care Co-ordinators streamlining administrative and clinical processes Regular MDT, clinical and practice meetings within a safe, collaborative environment
Person Specification
Skills Essential
-Good interpersonal and customer service skills -Good written presentation skills -Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders -Strong IT skills -Clear, polite telephone manner -Competent in the use of Office and Outlook -Effective time management planning and organising -Ability to work as a team member and autonomously -Problem solving and analytical skills -Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure -Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes -Experience with clinical risk management
Experience Essential
-Experience of working in a primary care environment -Experience of continued professional development -Experience of QOF and clinical audit -Experience of medicines management -Experience of ICB initiatives -General understanding of the primary care contact -Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
Qualifications Essential
-Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent -JCPTGP General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT) - Full GMC registration - National Performers List registration (England) - Independent prescriber - Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU) - Evidence of current validation Evidence of last appraisal - Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
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 Compass House Medical Centres
Address Compass House Medical Centres
King Street
Brixham
Devon
TQ5 9TF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.compasshousemedical.com/ (Opens in a new tab)