About this role
Job summary
Langworthy Medical Practice is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive team on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2027, working 4 - 6 sessions per week.
We are a well-established, forward-thinking GP training practice operating across two sites: Langworthy Medical Practice and the University of Salford Health Centre.
Together our two sites care for approximately 19,000 registered patients, serving a diverse population that includes local residents, university students and young adults, providing an interesting and varied clinical workload.
As a training practice actively involved in primary care research, we are committed to clinical excellence, education, innovation and continuous improvement.
Every Salaried GP is allocated a dedicated GP Partner mentor, providing clinical guidance, professional support and opportunities for ongoing development.
We offer a welcoming and collaborative working environment, with an experienced multidisciplinary team and a strong emphasis on teamwork and high-quality patient care.
This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced and newly qualified GPs looking to work within a supportive, progressive and well-established practice.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide a combination of routine and same-day GP appointments, managing a broad range of acute and long-term conditions.
You will work across our two practice sites alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team, delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care.
The role will involve:
Undertaking routine and same-day GP consultations, including face-to-face and telephone appointments.
Assessing, diagnosing and managing acute and long-term health conditions.
Providing safe and effective prescribing and appropriate follow-up care.
Reviewing investigation results, clinical correspondence and referrals.
Undertaking home visits where clinically appropriate.
Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records using EMIS Web.
Working collaboratively with GP Partners, Salaried GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Participating in clinical meetings, safeguarding, clinical governance and quality improvement activities.
Contributing to practice research activities, where appropriate.
The successful candidate will be expected to work across both practice sites, with working sessions agreed according to practice requirements.
About us
Langworthy Medical Practice is a friendly, progressive and well-established GP training practice based in Salford, providing NHS primary care services across two sites.
Langworthy Medical Practice serves a diverse local community, providing comprehensive general medical services to patients with a wide range of healthcare needs.
University of Salford Health Centre is located on the university campus and provides healthcare to students and university staff. Working across both sites offers a varied and rewarding clinical experience.
We are proud to be a training practice and are actively involved in primary care research, reflecting our commitment to evidence-based medicine, education and improving patient care.
Supporting our GPs is a key priority. Every Salaried GP is allocated a dedicated GP Partner mentor, providing clinical guidance, professional support and development opportunities.
Our experienced multidisciplinary team includes GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Physiotherapists, Care Coordinator and a dedicated administrative and management team.
We use EMIS Web as our clinical system and are committed to developing effective ways of working that support both patient access and safe, high-quality clinical care.
We would welcome applications from GPs who enjoy working as part of a team and want to contribute to a practice that values education, research, professional development and excellent patient care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care to patients registered with the practice.
Undertake routine, urgent and same-day consultations using face-to-face, telephone and other appropriate consultation methods.
Manage your share of Duty Doctor sessions and sessions consisting of a mix of acute and prebooked appointments.
Assess, diagnose, investigate and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and complex health needs.
Manage patients with acute illness, chronic disease and multiple long-term conditions.
Prescribe medication safely and in accordance with current clinical guidance and local prescribing policies.
Review investigation results and clinical correspondence, taking appropriate action and ensuring effective follow-up.
Make appropriate referrals to secondary care, community services and other healthcare professionals.
Undertake home visits when clinically indicated.
Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous patient records using EMIS Web.
Provide continuity of care wherever possible.
Teamworking and Communication
Work collaboratively with GP Partners, Salaried GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues.
Contribute to a supportive and professional working environment.
Participate in clinical discussions, multidisciplinary meetings and practice meetings as appropriate.
Support effective care coordination and communication between primary, community and secondary care services.
Engage with the allocated GP Partner mentor for clinical guidance and professional development.
Clinical Governance, Research and Quality Improvement
Work in accordance with practice policies, procedures and clinical protocols.
Maintain high standards of patient safety, confidentiality and information governance.
Fulfil safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults.
Participate in clinical audit, significant event reviews and quality improvement activities.
Contribute to the achievement of QOF, locally commissioned services and other relevant contractual requirements.
Have opportunities to contribute to practice research activities, where appropriate.
Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development and appraisal.
Support the practice's commitment to education, training and continuous improvement.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of providing clinical care within UK general practice, including GP specialty training. Ability to assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions. Sound clinical judgement and effective decision-making skills. Knowledge of current primary care clinical guidance and evidence-based practice. Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, information governance and clinical governance. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Experience of using EMIS web Competent IT skills and ability to maintain accurate electronic clinical records.
Desirable
Experience of working within a GP training practice. Experience of managing a diverse patient population, including young adults and university students. Knowledge of Salford and Greater Manchester primary care services and referral pathways. Experience of clinical audit, quality improvement or service development. Interest or experience in primary care research. Additional clinical interests or qualifications relevant to primary care. Experience of contributing to QOF and enhanced services.
Qualifications Essential
Fully qualified General Practitioner with current GMC registration and licence to practise. Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List, or eligibility for inclusion before commencement. Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice, or recognised equivalent qualification. Eligibility to work in the UK. Appropriate professional medical indemnity arrangements.
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 Langworthy Medical Practice
Address Langworthy Medical Practice
250 Langworthy Road
Salford
M6 5WW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.langworthymedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)