About this role
Job summary
Custom House Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking team for 6 sessions per week. This is an opportunity to work within a well-established practice serving a diverse population in East London.
The role includes clinical assessment, diagnosis, prescribing, reviewing test results and correspondence, and making appropriate referrals. The post holder will participate in the Duty GP rota on a rotational basis, supporting urgent same-day demand and providing clinical advice to colleagues when required.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, ANPs, Practice Nurses, HCAs, Clinical Pharmacists, Care Coordinators and Social Prescribers, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and accessible healthcare. The role also includes supporting QOF, Enhanced Services, clinical governance, safeguarding and quality improvement activities whilst maintaining professional standards through CPD and appraisal.
Located just a two-minute walk from Custom House Station, with free on-site parking available, Custom House Surgery offers a convenient, rewarding and supportive place to work.
Main duties of the job
The Salaried GP will provide high-quality, patient-centred care through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations. The post holder will assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, prescribe safely, review clinical results and correspondence, and make appropriate referrals. The role includes participation in the Duty GP rota, collaborative working within a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to QOF, Enhanced Services, clinical governance and quality improvement activities.
About us
Custom House Surgery is a well-established GP practice serving a diverse population in the London Borough of Newham. We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while providing a supportive and collaborative working environment.
Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced GPs, Practice Nurses, Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs), Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), Clinical Pharmacists, Care Coordinators, Social Prescribers and a dedicated reception and administrative team. We pride ourselves on fostering a friendly, inclusive culture where teamwork, mutual respect and professional development are valued.
We embrace innovation and continuous improvement to enhance both patient care and staff experience. Clinicians are encouraged to develop specialist interests and contribute to service development.
Benefits of working with us include:
Friendly and supportive team environmentStrong clinical leadership and peer supportDiverse and rewarding patient populationModern digital systems, including EMIS WebProfessional development opportunitiesCommitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balanceFree on-site staff parkingJust a 2-minute walk from Custom House Station (Elizabeth Line and DLR)At Custom House Surgery, we believe excellent patient care starts with supporting our staff and creating an environment where clinicians can thrive professionally and personally.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Salaried GP will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to the practice population, delivering safe and effective clinical services across a range of settings. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage acute and chronic medical conditions, promote health and wellbeing, contribute to service development and support the delivery of contractual requirements. The role includes routine and urgent clinical care, clinical administration, participation in the Duty GP rota and involvement in quality improvement activities.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Clinical Duties
Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations.Assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of acute, chronic and complex medical conditions.Develop and implement appropriate management and treatment plans.Prescribe safely and effectively in accordance with local and national prescribing guidance.Manage patients with long-term conditions in collaboration with the wider clinical team.Provide preventative healthcare advice and support health promotion initiatives.Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate.Provide care in accordance with GMC standards and evidence-based clinical guidelines.Maintain awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and act in accordance with local policies.Clinical Administration
Review and action pathology results in a timely manner.Process incoming clinical correspondence, hospital letters and discharge summaries.Review and authorise repeat medication requests where appropriate.Complete medical reports, forms and other associated documentation as required.Ensure all clinical records are accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous.Use EMIS Web effectively and in accordance with information governance requirements.Duty GP Responsibilities
Participate in the practice Duty GP rota.Manage urgent same-day patient demand.Provide clinical advice and support to clinicians and administrative staff.Triage urgent clinical requests and determine appropriate pathways of care.Support safe patient flow and effective utilisation of practice resources.Multidisciplinary Working
Work collaboratively with Practice Nurses, Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs), Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), Clinical Pharmacists, Care Coordinators and Social Prescribers.Support team-based care and contribute to effective communication across the organisation.Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.Provide clinical leadership and support to colleagues where appropriate.Quality, Governance and Service Development
Contribute to the achievement of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets.Support delivery of Enhanced Services and other contractual requirements.Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement projects and service development initiatives.Engage in significant event analysis and learning activities.Support safeguarding, infection prevention and information governance processes.Maintain awareness of NHS and primary care developments relevant to General Practice.Professional Responsibilities
Maintain full GMC registration and a licence to practise.Participate in annual appraisal and GMC revalidation.Undertake continuing professional development (CPD) and mandatory training.Comply with all practice policies, procedures and clinical governance requirements.Act in accordance with the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.Maintain confidentiality in line with GDPR, NHS guidance and professional standards.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. Full GMC registration with a licence to practise. MRCGP or equivalent qualification. Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List. Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Eligible to work in the UK.
Desirable
Additional postgraduate qualifications relevant to primary care. Qualifications or accreditation in areas such as minor surgery, women's health, family planning or long-term condition management.
Experience Essential
Experience of working in UK General Practice. Experience of managing a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions. Experience of clinical decision-making and risk management. Experience of working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Experience of maintaining accurate and comprehensive clinical records. Experience of delivering patient-centred care in a primary care setting.
Desirable
Experience using EMIS Web. Previous experience undertaking Duty GP responsibilities. Experience contributing to QOF and Enhanced Services. Experience of clinical audit, quality improvement or service development projects. Experience supervising, mentoring or supporting other healthcare professionals.
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 Custom House Surgery
Address Custom House Surgery
16 Freemasons Road
London
E16 3NA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://customhousesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)