About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive team at Layton Medical Centre. Delivering Primary care services across 6 - 7 sessions a week.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated GP looking for a well-balanced role within a forward-thinking practice,offering clinical support, a collaborative multidisciplinary team, and a focus on sustainable worklife balance.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:
Provide high-quality, patient-centred care in accordance with GMC and NHS standardsUndertake a mix of face-to-face, telephone and digital consultationsManage both acute and chronic conditionsUndertake home visits where clinically appropriateParticipate in a weekly duty/on-call rotaProvide cross-cover for GP colleagues during periods of annual leave, including:Additional clinical sessionsOn-call/duty doctor responsibilitiesAssociated clinical administration and workflowManage clinical workload including:Pathology results (Pathlinks)Docman correspondencePrescriptions and medication queriesWork collaboratively within a multidisciplinary teamMaintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical recordsContribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, and QOF achievement
About us
Layton Medical Centre is a well-established GP practice in Blackpool with a patient list of approximately 8200 patients.
We have a strong and supportive multidisciplinary workforce including:
5 Salaried GPs2 Experienced ANPsPractice Nurses, HCA and Trainee Nursing Associate (TNA)Clinical Pharmacist and Pharmacy TechniciansFirst Contact Practitioner (FCP)Mental Health Practitioner (MHP)A highly effective and experienced administrative teamThis model supports safe efficient and high-quality patient care.
We are also home to Fylde Coast Clinical Research, an awardwinning primary care research unit embedded within the practice. The service is a purposebuilt clinical trials centre, working in partnership with the NHS and wider research networks.
We pride ourselves on being a supportive forward-thinking practice, committed to staff wellbeing professional development, and continuous improvement.
Job description Job responsibilities
The role includes:
Delivery of primary care services across 6 -7sessions per weekManagement of a defined patient list alongside shared responsibility for the wider practice populationParticipation in a structured weekly duty/on-call rota, with additional cover during colleague annual leaveUndertaking home visits as requiredManaging clinical administration including Pathlinks, Docman workflow, and prescriptionsProviding cover for GP colleagues during annual leave, including additional sessions and workloadParticipation in practice meetings, MDT working, and service developmentAdherence to practice policies, CQC standards, and clinical governance requirementsSupporting supervision, mentoring or training activities
Professional Responsibilities & Clinical GovernanceThe post holder will be expected to:
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current clinical guidelines and best practiceParticipate in practice meetings, clinical meetings, and MDT discussionsEngage in clinical audit, quality improvement and service development activityContribute to significant event reviews, learning events, and reflective practiceSupport delivery of QOF, GP contract and quality improvement programmesEnsure compliance with CQC, NHS and practice governance standards
Training & DevelopmentMaintain mandatory training requirements in line with practice, PCN and NHS policiesUndertake continuing professional development (CPD) in line with appraisal and revalidation requirementsParticipate in annual appraisal and revalidation processesSupport development and training of colleagues where appropriate
Team Working & MDT EngagementWork collaboratively with the wider team including ANPs, nurses, pharmacists, FCP, MHP and administrative staffActively participate in multidisciplinary working and patient care planningContribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive team cultureThe post holder will contribute to a culture of continuous learning, safety, and improvement within the practice.
Additional DutiesThe post holder will undertake other duties appropriate to the role as required by the practiceThe post holder will be expected to contribute to the resilience of the service, including flexibility in working arrangements to meet clinical demandResponsibilities may be reviewed and amended over time in line with service development, workforce changes and patient need, following discussion with the post holderThe post holder will support colleagues and the wider team to maintain safe, effective and responsive patient careThis job description is intended as a guide and is not exhaustive. It may be subject to review in line with service need.
Person Specification
Skills and Attributes Essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Team player with a flexible and supportive approach Commitment to high standards of patient care Interest in service development, innovation and quality improvement
Qualifications Essential
Full GMC registration Inclusion on the NHS England GP Performers List MRCGP (or equivalent)
Experience Essential
Experience working in UK General Practice Strong clinical decision-making skills
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 Layton Medical Centre
Address 200 Kingscote Drive
Blackpool
FY3 7EN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.laytonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)