About this role
Job summary
Fernville Surgery is looking to welcome a new General Practitioner to our friendly, forward-thinking team in the heart of Hemel Hempstead.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, highly regarded training practice where high-quality patient care, teamwork and professional development are at the centre of everything we do. We are proud of our strong and stable team, excellent staff retention and supportive working environment.
Based in West Hertfordshire, with excellent transport links to London and easy access to the M1, Fernville offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career within a thriving practice serving a diverse population of approximately 18,500 patients.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated GP to join us for 5 to 7 sessions per week, with Mondays and Tuesday (AM) essential.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care through a mixture of face-to-face, telephone and online consultations. The role includes routine and urgent care appointments, participation in duty doctor and triage sessions, and the opportunity to develop continuity of care through your own patient list.
You will work closely with our multidisciplinary team and contribute to clinical meetings, quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of practice services. Experience in minor surgery would be welcomed but is not essential.
Saturday sessions are required on a pro-rata basis, up to 7 sessions annually, and are remunerated separately
About us
Fernville Surgery is the oldest practice in Hemel Hempstead and a long-established GP training practice with a strong reputation for delivering accessible, high-quality care.
Our team is at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture of teamwork, openness and mutual respect, where staff feel valued, supported and empowered to develop professionally. Many of our clinical and administrative colleagues have been with the practice for many years, reflecting our strong team culture and excellent staff retention.
We offer a well-managed workload, highly organised administrative support, a multidisciplinary clinical team including pharmacists, ANPs and ARRS roles, and a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and worklife balance.
As a practice, we are ambitious, progressive and committed to continuous improvement. We encourage innovation, support professional development and provide opportunities for clinicians to shape services and pursue areas of interest.
If you are looking for a friendly, well-organised practice where you can make a real difference while enjoying a supportive and collaborative working environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Job description Job responsibilities
Participate in duty doctor and triage responsibilities, managing same-day and urgent patient demand.Hold and manage a personal patient list, providing continuity of care where appropriate.Provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care services to the practice population. Undertake face-to-face, telephone and online consultations as appropriate.Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in line with current clinical guidelines.Prescribe safely and effectively in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records at all times. Participate in practice clinical meetings and multidisciplinary team working.Contribute to safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults.Support the training and development of GP trainees and other healthcare professionals where appropriate.Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of practice services.Participate in Saturday sessions on a pro-rata basis, remunerated separately.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Fully qualified General Practitioner with current registration on the GMC GP Register. Licensed to practice in the UK. Inclusion on a Medical Performers List or eligibility for inclusion. Experience of working within UK General Practice. Ability to manage a broad range of clinical presentations across all age groups. Excellent consultation, communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and time-management abilities. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to clinical governance, patient safety and continuous professional development. Competent use of clinical IT systems and electronic patient records. Availability to work Mondays and Tuesday (AM).
Desirable
Experience of minor surgery. Experience of using EMIS Web. Previous involvement in GP training or medical education. Experience in quality improvement projects, audit or service development. Interest in elderly care, long-term condition management or another specialist clinical area relevant to primary care. Experience working in a training practice.
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 Dr R Mapara & Partners
Address Midland Road
Hemel Hempstead
Hertfordshire
HP2 5BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.fernvillesurgery.org/ (Opens in a new tab)