Job summary
We are seeking a long-term locum GP to assist our multi-disciplinary team, initially for a 12 month period, open to extension.
The successful applicant will need to be available on Mondays and Tuesdays each week, four sessions per week, 08:30 to 18:00 with a one hour lunch break.
Main duties of the job
Key duties include managing routine and urgent appointments through face-to-face and telephone consultations, providing safe and evidence-based individualised patient care.
You will perform comprehensive clinical examinations and assessments, addressing both physiological and psychological needs, and developing care plans with timely referrals in accordance with practice, PCN, and local guidelines. Prescribing independently within your scope of practice, you will adhere to local or national prescribing guidelines while promoting health strategies that empower patients to adopt healthier lifestyles and embrace self-care.
Responsibilities also include handling routine and emergency home visits, managing administrative tasks such as responding to queries, handling repeat prescriptions, reviewing patient test results, and preparing referral letters or correspondence in a timely manner. You will oversee clinical management, initiate investigations, review results, and refer patients to secondary care or other providers as appropriate, while developing treatment plans that align with disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.
Additionally, you will collaborate with other health and social care providers to ensure integrated services, maintain accurate patient records, support clinical and administrative staff to meet high standards and targets, and engage in role reviews to align with evolving service needs.
About us
Everest House Surgery is a patient-focused healthcare practice dedicated to delivering exceptional medical care to our diverse community. Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced GPs, compassionate nurses, a minor illness team comprising prescribing nurse practitioners and a paramedic, as well as a mental health worker, two first contact practitioners, a clinical pharmacist, and a highly efficient administrative staff. Together, we collaborate to ensure the best possible health outcomes for our patients through a holistic and integrated approach to care.
We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where both staff and patients feel valued, respected, and empowered. Our practice is driven by professionalism, teamwork, and a shared commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence in healthcare delivery.
At Everest House Surgery, we are dedicated to the growth and well-being of our team members. We offer ample opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and skills enhancement, all within a setting that strongly prioritises work-life balance. Open communication and mutual respect are at the core of our practice culture, creating a positive, collaborative, and fulfilling workplace.
Joining Everest House Surgery means becoming part of a team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients while fostering a rewarding and supportive professional environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will perform comprehensive clinical examinations and assessments, addressing both physiological and psychological needs, and developing care plans with timely referrals in accordance with practice, PCN, and local guidelines. Prescribing independently within your scope of practice, you will adhere to local or national prescribing guidelines while promoting health strategies that empower patients to adopt healthier lifestyles and embrace self-care.
Responsibilities also include handling routine and emergency home visits, managing administrative tasks such as responding to queries, handling repeat prescriptions, reviewing patient test results, and preparing referral letters or correspondence in a timely manner. You will oversee clinical management, initiate investigations, review results, and refer patients to secondary care or other providers as appropriate, while developing treatment plans that align with disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.
The role may require participation in on-call sessions or extended hours (7:30 am - 8:00 am, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm). Additionally, you will collaborate with other health and social care providers to ensure integrated services, maintain accurate patient records, support clinical and administrative staff to meet high standards and targets, and engage in role reviews to align with evolving service needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will perform comprehensive clinical examinations and assessments, addressing both physiological and psychological needs, and developing care plans with timely referrals in accordance with practice, PCN, and local guidelines. Prescribing independently within your scope of practice, you will adhere to local or national prescribing guidelines while promoting health strategies that empower patients to adopt healthier lifestyles and embrace self-care.
Responsibilities also include handling routine and emergency home visits, managing administrative tasks such as responding to queries, handling repeat prescriptions, reviewing patient test results, and preparing referral letters or correspondence in a timely manner. You will oversee clinical management, initiate investigations, review results, and refer patients to secondary care or other providers as appropriate, while developing treatment plans that align with disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.
The role may require participation in on-call sessions or extended hours (7:30 am - 8:00 am, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm). Additionally, you will collaborate with other health and social care providers to ensure integrated services, maintain accurate patient records, support clinical and administrative staff to meet high standards and targets, and engage in role reviews to align with evolving service needs.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 1. **Qualification and Registration**
- - GMC registration with a license to practice in the UK.
- - MRCGP qualification or equivalent.
- 2. **Clinical Expertise**
- - Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based clinical care for acute and chronic conditions.
- - Proficiency in conducting comprehensive patient assessments and developing appropriate care plans.
- - Competence in prescribing independently within scope of practice and in adherence to national and local guidelines.
- - Experience in promoting preventive care and supporting patients in self-management.
- 3. **Patient-Centered Approach**
- - Commitment to delivering care that respects and responds to the individual needs and values of patients.
- - Ability to foster trust and build rapport with a diverse patient population.
- 4. **Teamwork and Collaboration**
- - Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
- - Willingness to contribute to integrated care pathways and collaborative service delivery.
- 5. **Communication Skills**
- - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex medical information in an accessible way.
- - Capability to manage sensitive discussions with empathy and professionalism.
- 6. **Organisational Skills**
- - Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- - Competence in managing administrative tasks such as patient records, referrals, and correspondence.
- 7. **Adaptability and Commitment to Development**
- - Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and adapt to evolving healthcare roles.
- - Flexibility to participate in on-call sessions and extended hours as required.
- 8. **IT Proficiency**
- - Familiarity with clinical IT systems and electronic patient records.
- - Ability to use technology effectively to enhance patient care and streamline workflows.
- 10. **Commitment to NHS Values**
- - Alignment with the core values of the NHS, including respect, compassion, and dedication to improving health outcomes.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 1. **Qualification and Registration**
- - GMC registration with a license to practice in the UK.
- - MRCGP qualification or equivalent.
- 2. **Clinical Expertise**
- - Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based clinical care for acute and chronic conditions.
- - Proficiency in conducting comprehensive patient assessments and developing appropriate care plans.
- - Competence in prescribing independently within scope of practice and in adherence to national and local guidelines.
- - Experience in promoting preventive care and supporting patients in self-management.
- 3. **Patient-Centered Approach**
- - Commitment to delivering care that respects and responds to the individual needs and values of patients.
- - Ability to foster trust and build rapport with a diverse patient population.
- 4. **Teamwork and Collaboration**
- - Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
- - Willingness to contribute to integrated care pathways and collaborative service delivery.
- 5. **Communication Skills**
- - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex medical information in an accessible way.
- - Capability to manage sensitive discussions with empathy and professionalism.
- 6. **Organisational Skills**
- - Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- - Competence in managing administrative tasks such as patient records, referrals, and correspondence.
- 7. **Adaptability and Commitment to Development**
- - Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and adapt to evolving healthcare roles.
- - Flexibility to participate in on-call sessions and extended hours as required.
- 8. **IT Proficiency**
- - Familiarity with clinical IT systems and electronic patient records.
- - Ability to use technology effectively to enhance patient care and streamline workflows.
- 10. **Commitment to NHS Values**
- - Alignment with the core values of the NHS, including respect, compassion, and dedication to improving health outcomes.
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).
Additional information
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).
