About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an autonomous, motivated GP to join us for 4 to 6 sessions per week. While we are looking for a long-term fit, we are open to discussing contract terms that suit the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Deliver exceptional face-to-face, telephone, and digital consultations, managing complex multi-morbidity cases with clinical autonomy. Once fully established and settled into the practice, you will take an active role in the Duty Doctor rota, fulfilling on-call obligations and managing clinical triage to ensure urgent patient needs are met safely and efficiently. Contribute to our proactive management of long-term conditions and promote disease prevention. Support the development of the next generation of clinicians through our established teaching programs for medical students and STs. Promptly process clinical correspondence, lab results, and prescriptions using our streamlined digital workflow systems. Participate in clinical audits, SEAs, and strategic meetings to help shape the future of our service delivery.
About us
Knoll Medical Practice is a vibrant, digitally minded training practice in the heart of Orpington. Serving a diverse population of over 14,400 patients, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of healthcare technology. We don't just use tech, we spearhead it to reduce administrative burdens, allowing you to focus on what matters most, high-quality, patient-centred clinical care.
Why Join The Knoll Team
We are leaders in workflow optimisation. By integrating innovative technologies and modern working methodologies, we aim to redefine efficiency to ensure our GPs spend less time on administrative tasks and more time with patients. You will be backed by a robust, multi-disciplinary team including Nurses, Physiotherapists, Mental Health Practitioners, Pharmacists, and highly skilled Allied Health Professionals. As a premier training practice, we support Medical Students and STs. We foster an environment of continuous learning where your mentorship and clinical expertise are highly valued. We understand the pressures of modern General Practice. We offer a collaborative atmosphere where the team genuinely looks out for one another.If you are ready to work in a practice that is actively shaping the future of General Practice without losing the heart of patient care, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a team where your well-being, your clinical skills, and your compassion are truly valued.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.
Clinical Responsibilities
In accordance with the agreed Practice timetable, the post-holder will undertake a variety of duties including:
Surgery consultations, telephone consultations, and queries. Visiting patients at home. Checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion. Making professional, autonomous decisions regarding presenting problems. Assessing healthcare needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems. Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness. Developing care plans in consultation with patients and in line with Practice protocols. Providing counselling and health education. Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers. Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes and collecting data for audit. Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions where possible). Prescribing in accordance with the Practice formulary or generically. Undertaking all normal GP duties, including on-call duties. Participation in Extended Hours (e.g., Saturday mornings or late evenings) pro rata.Other Responsibilities within the Organisation
Compliance with all relevant Practice policies (e.g., prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety). Commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice. Contributing to clinical standard setting, evaluation, and audit. Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records and Read-Coding patient data. Attending Practice training and events.Confidentiality
Patients entrust the Practice with sensitive information, and they have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy.
The post-holder may have access to confidential information regarding patients, carers, staff, and the Practice business. All information is strictly confidential and may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with Practice policies.Health & Safety
The post-holder will promote and maintain health, safety, and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, including:
Using personal security systems according to guidelines. Identifying and managing risks in work activities. Making effective use of training and appropriate infection control procedures. Maintaining work areas to be tidy, safe, and free from hazards. Reporting potential risks identified.Equality and Diversity
The post-holder will support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues by:
Acting in a way that recognizes people's rights consistent with legislation and Practice policies. Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs, and beliefs of others. Behaving in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner that respects individual circumstances.Personal/Professional Development
The post-holder must maintain continued education for PREP requirements and participate in Practice training programmes, including:
Participation in an annual individual performance review. Taking responsibility for their own development, learning, and performance. Demonstrating skills and activities to others performing similar work.Quality
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice by:
Alerting team members to issues of quality and risk. Taking accountability for their own performance and actions. Contributing to team effectiveness by reflecting on activities and suggesting improvements. Working effectively with other agencies and managing their own time and workload.Communication and Service Implementation
Communication: Strive to communicate effectively with team members, patients, and carers, recognizing the need for alternative communication methods when necessary. Service Implementation: Apply Practice policies and standards, discuss how guidelines affect their work with the team, and participate in audits.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Primary Medical Degree and GMC Registration with a license to practice. Inclusion on the NHS National Performers List (or eligibility for inclusion). Evidence of autonomous management of complex multi-morbidity cases across face-to-face, telephone, and digital platforms. Demonstrable commitment to kind, patient-centered care and the ability to handle distressing situations with sensitivity. Proven ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and support/mentor colleagues or students. Strong IT skills with the ability to manage digital workflows (results, letters, and prescriptions) efficiently. Understanding of GMC standards, clinical governance, and QOF/quality improvement frameworks.
Desirable
Previous experience using EMIS Web to manage patient records and consultations. Familiarity with Docman (10) for processing clinical correspondence and coding results efficiently. Experience using Accurx for patient messaging, video consultations, and photo requests. Prior experience in formal clinical teaching or supervision of junior clinicians. An interest in a particular clinical area (e.g., Womens Health, Diabetes, or Minor Surgery) that complements the existing team. Experience in leading clinical audits or Significant Event Analyses (SEAs).
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 Knoll Medical Practice
Address 19 Homefield Rise
Orpington
Kent
BR6 0FE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://knollmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)