About this role
Job summary
A NEW opportunity has opened at The Elms Surgery in Watford for a permanent 6-session Salaried GP, offering not just a role but a pathway to meaningful career progression.
The practice offers a supportive working environment with regular lunchtime tutorials and weekly clinical meetings. There are also opportunities to be involved in teaching medical students and postgraduate PA students, with plans to pursue training practice status in the future.
Were looking for a motivated and compassionate GP who is keen to grow, contribute, and shape their career in our practice. Whether your interests lie in elderly care, safeguarding, or teaching and training, your expertise will be welcomed and supported.
Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience.
Main duties of the job
As a Salaried GP, you will manage a varied caseload, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a broad range of health needs in a primary care setting. This includes a mix of face-to-face and remote consultations, clinical decision-making, prescribing, and maintaining accurate patient records, while working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities also include supporting a small 22-bed care home, undertaking PA reviews, and contributing to education and training within the practice. You will take part in practice meetings and clinical discussions, with opportunities to support service improvement and take a lead role in areas such as Adult or Child Safeguarding.
About us
Our surgery is a town centre practice serving approximately 9000 patients, offering a well-connected and convenient location with excellent access to the M25 and M1, as well as overground and underground rail links. Watford provides an attractive place to work and live, with local amenities including Cassiobury Park, highly regarded primary and secondary schools, and the Harlequin Shopping Centre.
We have a strong multidisciplinary team comprising GPs, Physician Associates, Clinical Pharmacist, First Contact Physiotherapist, Social Prescribers, a nursing team, and experienced administrative and reception staff. We use the EMIS clinical system, with workflow supported by care coordinators and a dedicated referrals team to help manage workload efficiently. On-site parking is available for both staff and patients.
We are a registered sponsor and can offer work permits where required. Early applications are encouraged, as the vacancy may close once sufficient interest has been received.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Provide general medical services to registered patients, including: Routine, urgent, and same-day appointments Telephone and online consultations Home visits where required Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions Prescribe medications safely and appropriately Refer patients to secondary care and community services as needed Review and act on test results, correspondence, and clinical tasks Participate in chronic disease management and health promotion Contribute to safeguarding adults and children in line with local policiesClinical support Physician Associates and other healthcare professionals in the practice. Administrative Duties
Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic patient records Process clinical correspondence and results in a timely manner Complete relevant documentation (e.g. reports, certificates, forms) Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement activities Practice & Team Working
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and the wider MDT Participate in practice meetings and training sessions Support the training and supervision of students, trainees, or allied staff where appropriate Contribute to the development of practice services and pathways Governance & Professional Development
Comply with GMC standards, revalidation, and appraisal requirements Adhere to practice, and NHS policies and procedures Engage in continuing professional development Participate in clinical governance, significant event analysis, and safeguarding training
Person Specification
Experience Essential
- Fully qualified GP with GMC registration - Be on the NHSE medical performers list
Desirable
Newly qualified GP's (ARRS GP's) will be considered as well as experienced GP's.
Qualifications Essential
Fully qualified GP with GMC registration Be on the NHSE medical performers list
Desirable
Interests in Frailty, Teaching & Training, Safeguarding or Chronic Disease.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 The Elms Surgery
Address 38 The Avenue
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD17 4NT
Employer's website https://www.theelmssurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)