Salaried GP - Acute Medicine (SDEC/AMU)NHS

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking General Practitioner to join our Acute Medical Team on a fixed term salaried basis, supporting the initial assessment and management of adult patients presenting with emergent and acute medical conditions. Work will predominately within the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and the Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service.

This is a an opportunity for a GP wishing to diversify their portfolio career, with the potential to work part-time alongside an existing primary care role. The position offers flexibility while providing valuable experience in an acute hospital setting.

You will play a key role in delivering same day emergency care within an ambulatory model, helping to assess, diagnose, treat and safely discharge patients without the need for hospital admission where appropriate.

Flexible working arrangements are available,making this role well-suited to GPs seeking apart-time salaried position that complements an existing GP role.

Main duties of the job

Clinical

Respond to medical problems presented by patients, by means of history taking, examination, investigation where appropriate, diagnosis, treatment and referral

Provide clinical review and management of patients referred to the Acute Medicine service deemed suitable for SDEC

Demonstrates robust risk management in clinical decision making within SDEC

Ensure handover of care documentation is completed for SDEC patients including robust arrangements for follow up and outstanding investigations.

Work as part of the Acute Medicine team, assessing and treating patients independently, seeking support as required from the supervising Consultant Acute Physician.

Provide competency appropriate clinical leadership for resident clinician's working in Medical SDEC unit.

Provide advice and support to clinical staff referring patients to the Medical SDEC unit.

Service management

Normal duties, workload and important non-clinical roles will be articulated through a Job Plan.

To contribute when appropriate to the provision of support, education and training of SDEC team.

Quality and Service improvement

To ensure appropriate clinical standards within SDEC are achieved and maintained.

Undertake audit activities and contribute to a critical review of service effectiveness

Work collaboratively to improve service delivery and outcomes for patients.

Support the ongoing development and collaboration between Secondary and Primary Care.

Job description

As part of the multi-disciplinary Acute Medicine team, you will:

• Work alongside experienced colleagues, including Consultant Acute Physicians, within a supportive environment
• Utilise rapid diagnostics, outpatient pathways and community services to facilitate admission avoidance
• Apply and further develop skills in clinical assessment, investigation interpretation, and management of common acute medical presentations
• Contribute to safe and effective discharge planning, ensuring continuity of care across primary and secondary settings
• Support the flow of patients between Primary Care, Emergency Department and Secondary Care services

The role offers an excellent opportunity to:

• Gain or enhance experience in acute and ambulatory care medicine
• Develop a broader understanding of local patient pathways and system interface working
• Maintain and build confidence in managing a wide range of acute presentations within a hospital setting

The post holder will be based primarily within the Medical SDEC Unit, working as part of a dynamic and evolving service focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centred urgent care.

Candidates will;

• Have fullGMC Registration with Licence to Practice
• Be on the GMC GP Register
• Be on the Welsh GP Performers List (WPL)
• Work, or have experience of working, within the Welsh NHS System, and be familiar with local processes, pathways, Policies and Procedures

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.