Job summary
We are seeking a motivated Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive practice team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave, working 6 sessions per week. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established NHS practice that values high-quality patient care, teamwork, and clinician wellbeing.
You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, supported by experienced clinical and administrative staff, with a structured and sustainable workload and strong MDT support, including ANPs, a Pharmacy team and first contact physio support to help manage clinical demand, alongside opportunities to contribute to service development. We foster an inclusive working environment and encourage continuous professional development.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will provide high-quality, patient-centred care through a mix of face-to-face and remote consultations, managing a varied clinical caseload. Duties will include assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and appropriate referral, alongside the management of long-term conditions and preventative care.
You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing delivery and development of practice services, ensuring safe, effective, and responsive care for our patient population.
About us
Pendleside Medical Practice is a well-established NHS GP training practice with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community.
We have 7 GP Partners supported by 4 Salaried GPs, alongside a multidisciplinary clinical team including ANPs, nurses, HCAs, clinical phramcists, first contact physiotherapist and a highly skilled management, administrative and reception team.
Key features of the practice include:
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List size of approximately 11,900 patients
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Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
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Consistently high QOF achievers
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Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty
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Varied and rewarding working day, including involvement with the local rehabilitation hospital
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Competitive salary, dependent on experience
We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive and inclusive working environment, where teamwork, open communication, and staff wellbeing are prioritised. We actively encourage professional development and aim to create a positive workplace where clinicians feel valued and supported in their roles.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The post-holder will manage a varied clinical caseload within a supportive primary care setting, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to registered and temporary patients.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a well-organised practice with strong clinical and administrative support, enabling you to focus on delivering safe and effective care.
The post includes participation in a rota providing care at Clitheroe Community Hospital when rostered.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
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Deliver a full range of GP services including face-to-face, telephone, and video consultations
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Manage acute and chronic conditions, including undifferentiated presentations
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Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate
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Participate in the duty doctor rota
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Prescribe safely and in line with practice and national guidelines
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Review and authorise repeat prescriptions
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Refer patients appropriately and coordinate care with external services
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Maintain accurate, clear, and contemporaneous clinical records
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Support preventative care, health promotion, and patient education
Service Delivery & Development
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Contribute to the ongoing development of practice services in line with patient needs and ICB priorities
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Participate in audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance
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Support delivery of QOF and enhanced services
Multidisciplinary Working
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Work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team including nursing, ARRS, and administrative colleagues
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Engage with community and secondary care services to support integrated patient care
Professional Responsibilities
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Maintain professional development and meet appraisal and revalidation requirements
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Participate in practice meetings and learning events
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Share knowledge and support colleagues where appropriate
Governance, Safety & Compliance
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Adhere to practice policies including confidentiality, safeguarding, and data protection
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Maintain high standards of infection control and health & safety
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Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of care
Communication
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Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
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Ensure timely and professional clinical correspondence
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
The post-holder will manage a varied clinical caseload within a supportive primary care setting, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to registered and temporary patients.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a well-organised practice with strong clinical and administrative support, enabling you to focus on delivering safe and effective care.
The post includes participation in a rota providing care at Clitheroe Community Hospital when rostered.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
-
Deliver a full range of GP services including face-to-face, telephone, and video consultations
-
Manage acute and chronic conditions, including undifferentiated presentations
-
Undertake home visits where clinically appropriate
-
Participate in the duty doctor rota
-
Prescribe safely and in line with practice and national guidelines
-
Review and authorise repeat prescriptions
-
Refer patients appropriately and coordinate care with external services
-
Maintain accurate, clear, and contemporaneous clinical records
-
Support preventative care, health promotion, and patient education
Service Delivery & Development
-
Contribute to the ongoing development of practice services in line with patient needs and ICB priorities
-
Participate in audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance
-
Support delivery of QOF and enhanced services
Multidisciplinary Working
-
Work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team including nursing, ARRS, and administrative colleagues
-
Engage with community and secondary care services to support integrated patient care
Professional Responsibilities
-
Maintain professional development and meet appraisal and revalidation requirements
-
Participate in practice meetings and learning events
-
Share knowledge and support colleagues where appropriate
Governance, Safety & Compliance
-
Adhere to practice policies including confidentiality, safeguarding, and data protection
-
Maintain high standards of infection control and health & safety
-
Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of care
Communication
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Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
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Ensure timely and professional clinical correspondence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully qualified General Practitioner with CCT (or within 6 months of obtaining CCT)
- Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise
- Inclusion on the NHS England Performers List
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and commitment to professional development
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
- Understanding of clinical governance, QOF, and NHS primary care systems
- Ability to manage a varied clinical workload safely and effectively
Desirable
- Previous experience working in UK general practice
- Experience using EMIS Web clinical systems
- Interest or experience in a specialist clinical area
- Experience in teaching, mentoring, or supervision
- Involvement in audit, quality improvement, or service development
- Understanding of local NHS structures and integrated care systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care or a GP training environment
- Experience of managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions
- Experience of working with patients with complex and multimorbidity needs
- Experience of clinical decision-making in a primary care setting
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
- Experience of making appropriate referrals to secondary care and other services
- Experience of managing workload effectively in a busy clinical environment
Desirable
- Experience of working as a GP within an NHS general practice
- Experience of participating in duty doctor or triage systems
- Experience of working within a PCN or multidisciplinary team model (e.g. ARRS roles)
- Experience of undertaking home visits
- Experience of clinical audit, quality improvement, or service development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully qualified General Practitioner with CCT (or within 6 months of obtaining CCT)
- Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise
- Inclusion on the NHS England Performers List
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and commitment to professional development
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
- Understanding of clinical governance, QOF, and NHS primary care systems
- Ability to manage a varied clinical workload safely and effectively
Desirable
- Previous experience working in UK general practice
- Experience using EMIS Web clinical systems
- Interest or experience in a specialist clinical area
- Experience in teaching, mentoring, or supervision
- Involvement in audit, quality improvement, or service development
- Understanding of local NHS structures and integrated care systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care or a GP training environment
- Experience of managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions
- Experience of working with patients with complex and multimorbidity needs
- Experience of clinical decision-making in a primary care setting
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of maintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
- Experience of making appropriate referrals to secondary care and other services
- Experience of managing workload effectively in a busy clinical environment
Desirable
- Experience of working as a GP within an NHS general practice
- Experience of participating in duty doctor or triage systems
- Experience of working within a PCN or multidisciplinary team model (e.g. ARRS roles)
- Experience of undertaking home visits
- Experience of clinical audit, quality improvement, or 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).
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).
