About this role
Job summary
As a Salaried GP the post holder will be part of the medical clinical team caring for a growing population of registered patients and dealing with a wide range of health care needs in a primary care setting.
In accordance with the Medical Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will be available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork, referrals and correspondence in a timely manner
Main duties of the job
In accordance with the Medical Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork, referrals and correspondence in a timely manner.
Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
Supporting patients with particular needs by signposting or referring to the appropriate Social, Health or Community Organisation.
Collecting data for audit purposes.
Prescribing in accordance with the Medical Practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate.
Contribute to the medical administrative needs for the efficient running of the Medical Practice.
Ensuring that all work carried out which carries a private fee is properly recouped and accounted for; e.g. Medical Reports, Insurance reports, private letters to 3rd Parties etc.
In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
About us
Cromer Group Practice is a well-established, forward-thinking GP surgery located on the beautiful North Norfolk coast, serving a diverse and supportive community. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while fostering a positive, collaborative working environment for our team.
Our practice brings together a skilled multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, patient advisors and administrative staff, all working closely to provide accessible and compassionate care. We value teamwork, open communication and mutual respect, ensuring every member of staff feels supported and empowered in their role.
We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation, with a strong focus on quality outcomes such as QOF and patient safety. At the same time, we recognise the importance of work-life balance and staff wellbeing, offering a supportive culture where contributions are recognised and development is encouraged.
Based in a stunning coastal setting, Cromer offers an excellent quality of life, combining a friendly community atmosphere with easy access to countryside and seaside living.
Job description Job responsibilities
Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients arefully informed and consent to treatment
Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need foralternative methods of communication to overcome different levels ofunderstanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating
Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication
Maintain effective communication within the organisational environment and withexternal stakeholders
Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues
Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance (eg PALS) and provideinformation in an acceptable format to all patients, recognising any difficulties andreferring where appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
On GMC GP Register On Medical Performers List Annual appraisal and revalidation(when appropriate) Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check UK driving licence Primary prevention & screening services Clinical Governance Delivery of QoF targets Self-audit and reflection Organised and efficient in record keeping and completion of paperwork Time management being able to prioritise work and work under pressure Computer literacy Commitment to delivering a high standard of patient centred care Commitment to continuity of care Commitment to primary prevention and health improvement Addressing health inequalities Patient empowerment Patient advocate Willingness to share and collaborate across entire primary health team Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams Ability to work flexibly Ability to recognize own limitations and act upon them appropriately Willingness to learn new skills and to problem solve on a daily basis An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Ability to work within the changing structures of the NHS and work to the requirements of other regulatory bodies Excellent communicator
Desirable
Evidence of continued professional development Ability to input to strategic and practice development requirements Ability to challenge traditional models of working and to suggest improvements for change in a positive and inclusive manner Adaptability to change Service Development
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 Cromer Group Practice
Address The Surgery
Mill Road
Cromer
Norfolk
NR27 0BG
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.cromergrouppractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)