About this role
Job summary
Join the team at Silverdale Medical Practice as a Salaried GP and become part of a supportive, forward-thinking and highly experienced multidisciplinary team serving approximately 12,700 patients within Swinton Primary Care Network in Salford.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and patient-focused GP to join us for 4 sessions per week on Tuesdays and Fridays on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2027, with the opportunity for the role to become permanent thereafter dependent on funding.
At Silverdale, we pride ourselves on strong teamwork, daily clinical collaboration and a genuinely supportive culture where clinicians are valued and listened to. You will work alongside experienced GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Practitioners, Pharmacists, Nurses and a highly skilled management and administrative team committed to delivering high quality patient care.
We are a progressive practice using EMIS Web, Accurx and modern digital systems, with a strong focus on quality improvement, continuity of care and innovation in primary care. We actively support professional development, wellbeing and flexible team working.
This is an excellent opportunity for a GP seeking a welcoming and stable practice environment with the chance to influence and shape services locally whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will provide high quality primary medical care through a mixture of face-to-face, telephone and online consultations. Duties will include the assessment, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic conditions, reviewing pathology and clinical correspondence, prescribing safely and maintaining accurate clinical records using EMIS Web.
The role includes working closely with our wider multidisciplinary team including GP Partners, Advanced Practitioners, Pharmacists, Nurses and Care Coordinators to provide safe, effective and patient-centred care. There will also be opportunities to contribute to practice development and quality improvement work.
We are looking for a GP who is approachable, collaborative and committed to delivering excellent patient care within a supportive team environment.
About us
Silverdale Medical Practice is a large, well-established and progressive GP practice providing care to approximately 12,700 patients within Swinton Primary Care Network in Salford.
We are proud of our strong team culture and supportive working environment, where staff wellbeing, collaboration and professional development are genuinely valued. Our clinical team includes experienced GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Care Coordinators, supported by a highly experienced management, reception and administrative team.
We operate daily clinical meetings to encourage shared learning, peer support and safe decision making, creating a collaborative atmosphere where clinicians feel supported and connected. We are committed to innovation and service improvement, using EMIS Web, Accurx and modern digital systems to improve patient access and efficiency whilst maintaining continuity of care.
As a practice, we are actively involved in quality improvement work, teaching, neighbourhood working and Primary Care Network initiatives. We encourage new ideas and welcome clinicians who want to contribute to the ongoing development of services.
Silverdale Medical Practice offers a friendly and inclusive workplace with a strong emphasis on teamwork, flexibility and delivering high quality patient-centred care.
Job description Job responsibilities Job DescriptionSalaried General Practitioner
Silverdale Medical Practice
Job TitleSalaried General Practitioner (GP)- Fixed Term depending on funding but may lead to a permanent position.
Hours4 Sessions per week
Working PatternTuesday and Friday
Contract TypeFixed Term Contract until 31 March 2027, with the opportunity to become permanent thereafter subject to funding and service requirements.
Salary£10,000 £11,500 per session per annum depending on experience.
Responsible ToGP Partners and Practice Manager
Job SummarySilverdale Medical Practice is seeking an enthusiastic and patient-centred Salaried GP to join our experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team.
The successful candidate will provide high quality primary medical services to our patient population through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations, whilst contributing to the continued development of high quality, safe and effective services within the practice and Primary Care Network.
The post-holder will work collaboratively with GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Practitioners, Pharmacists, Nurses, Care Coordinators and the wider practice team to deliver excellent patient care.
Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe post-holder will:
Provide high quality clinical care to patients through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations.
Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute and chronic medical conditions.
Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with local and national guidance.
Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate.
Review and action pathology results, clinical correspondence and other associated workflow tasks.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and comprehensive clinical records using EMIS Web.
Provide appropriate follow-up care and continuity for patients.
Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.
Support safeguarding processes for children and vulnerable adults.
Participate in clinical meetings, educational sessions and practice development activities.
Contribute to quality improvement work, enhanced services and contractual requirements including QOF and local initiatives.
Participate in audit and clinical governance activities where appropriate.
Maintain professional registration, appraisal and revalidation requirements.
Work within GMC guidance and practice policies at all times.
Clinical ResponsibilitiesThe post-holder will be expected to:
Manage a broad range of clinical presentations in General Practice.
Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and community services.
Use Advice and Guidance pathways where clinically appropriate.
Promote preventative healthcare and health education.
Work collaboratively with ARRS staff and community services.
Escalate concerns regarding patient safety where necessary.
Support safe prescribing and medicines optimisation initiatives.
Communication and Team WorkingThe successful candidate will:
Develop effective working relationships with all members of the practice team.
Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, carers and external agencies.
Participate in regular multidisciplinary and clinical meetings.
Support a positive, respectful and collaborative working culture.
Information Governance and ConfidentialityThe post-holder must:
Maintain confidentiality relating to patients, staff and the business of the practice.
Comply with Data Protection legislation, Information Governance requirements and practice policies.
Use all IT systems appropriately and securely.
Health and SafetyThe post-holder will:
Work in accordance with practice health and safety policies.
Report incidents, concerns and risks appropriately.
Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Equality and DiversityThe post-holder will:
Support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.
Treat patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect at all times.
About the PracticeSilverdale Medical Practice is a large, forward-thinking GP practice serving approximately 12,700 patients within Swinton Primary Care Network.
We pride ourselves on delivering high quality patient-centred care within a supportive and collaborative team environment. The practice benefits from experienced GP leadership, strong multidisciplinary working and modern digital systems including EMIS Web and Accurx.
We are committed to innovation, service improvement, staff wellbeing and professional development and actively participate in Primary Care Network and neighbourhood working initiatives.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Fully qualified General Practitioner with current GMC registration and licence to practise Included on the NHS England Medical Performers List MRCGP qualification or equivalent recognised GP qualification Evidence of continued professional development Eligible to work in the UK Evidence of appraisal and revalidation compliance Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults Experience of working within UK General Practice Competent in the management of acute and chronic medical conditions Good IT skills with experience of clinical systems, preferably EMIS Web
Desirable
Experience working within a large multidisciplinary General Practice Experience using EMIS Web clinical system Experience using Accurx and digital triage systems Interest in quality improvement and clinical audit Knowledge of Primary Care Network working and local NHS priorities Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams Interest in service development and innovation within primary care Experience contributing to QOF, enhanced services or local incentive schemes Understanding of medicines optimisation and safe prescribing initiatives
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 Silverdale Medical Practice
Address Pendlebury Health Centre
659 Bolton Road
Pendlebury
Manchester
M27 8HP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.silverdalemedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)