Salaried GPNHS

Job summary

Salaried GP 6 Sessions per Week

Competitive salary, dependent on experience

Are you looking for a friendly, supportive practice where you can develop your career and become part of a great team?

Balmoral Surgery in Deal, Kent is looking for a Salaried GP to join us for 6 sessions per week. We welcome applications from both experienced GPs and newly qualified GPs.

We are a well-established CQC-rated Outstanding training practice with a strong commitment to education, professional development and high-quality patient care. We have a supportive and collaborative team and encourage our GPs to develop their own clinical interests.

What we offer

• 6 sessions per week
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• 6 weeks' annual leave
• 1 week's study leave
• Friendly, supportive and experienced clinical and administrative teams
• CQC-rated Outstanding training practice
• Excellent learning and professional development opportunities
• Newly qualified GPs are welcome to apply
• Opportunities to develop your own clinical interests
• Active involvement in Deal and Sandwich PCN
• Strong multidisciplinary support through our PCN
• Regular staff social and wellbeing activities
• A strong focus on work-life balance

Main duties of the job

Why Balmoral Surgery?

We pride ourselves on being a CQC-rated Outstanding practice with a supportive and forward-thinking approach to patient care.

We value our team and believe in working collaboratively, sharing knowledge and supporting one another. We encourage our GPs to develop their own areas of clinical interest and professional development.

Newly qualified GPs are particularly welcome to apply. As an established training practice with an experienced clinical team, we can offer a supportive environment in which to develop your confidence and skills as you begin your career as a GP.

Located in the beautiful coastal town of Deal, Kent, Balmoral Surgery offers an excellent opportunity for a GP looking to join a welcoming practice with a strong team ethos and excellent multidisciplinary support.

Job description

Main Purpose of the Role

To provide high-quality, patient-centred general medical services to the practice population, working as part of a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.

The postholder will provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of patients presenting with a wide range of medical conditions, while contributing to the continued development of the practice and wider Primary Care Network.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Undertake approximately 25 patient consultations per day, with appointments scheduled at 15-minute intervals.
• Provide appropriate clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients presenting with both acute and chronic conditions.
• Manage patients holistically, considering their physical, psychological and social needs.
• Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and other healthcare professionals where clinically indicated.
• Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with current guidance and practice policies.
• Review and manage results, clinical correspondence and other investigations within agreed practice systems.
• Provide appropriate follow-up and safety-netting advice to patients.
• Participate in chronic disease management and preventative healthcare where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, including the practice nursing team, ACP, Paramedic and PCN-supported services.

The GP will be expected to:

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the practice team.
• Participate in clinical meetings and practice discussions as required.
• Support the learning and development environment within the practice.
• Contribute to practice development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Work constructively with PCN colleagues and other local healthcare professionals.

Professional Responsibilities

The postholder will:

• Maintain professional registration with the GMC and comply with relevant professional standards.
• Maintain appropriate continuing professional development and undertake annual appraisal and revalidation requirements.
• Maintain appropriate clinical competence and keep up to date with current evidence and guidelines.
• Comply with practice policies, protocols and procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with data protection legislation.
• Participate in appropriate clinical governance and significant event processes.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of patient care and team working.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for a GP who is:

• Patient-centred and committed to providing high-quality care.
• A strong team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
• Approachable, supportive and professional.
• Able to manage a varied workload effectively.
• Committed to lifelong learning and professional development.
• Interested in developing their own clinical interests.
• Adaptable and willing to contribute to the continued development of the practice.

About us

Our clinical team

You will be joining an experienced and friendly clinical team comprising four GP Partners, three Salaried GPs, an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) and a Paramedic.

We work closely together and value a collaborative approach to patient care. As a training practice, we also enjoy supporting learning and development across the whole team.

Excellent multidisciplinary support

Our involvement with the Deal and Sandwich PCN means our clinical team is supported by a range of additional professionals, including an Early Help Care Home Team, Social Prescribers, Pharmacists, First Contact Physiotherapists and Adult and Child Mental Health Practitioners.

This wider multidisciplinary approach provides valuable support to our GPs and patients, helping us to provide holistic care and ensuring patients can access the right services and expertise.

Interested? Come and meet us!

We would be delighted to arrange an informal visit or conversation with prospective applicants.

To apply or find out more, please contact Balmoral Surgery.