Job summary
Linden
Road Surgery is a friendly, two-site general practice caring for around 6,300
patients across Bedford and Bromham. We
are part of the East Bedford Primary Care Network (PCN) and work
collaboratively with local practices to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
We
have a committed multidisciplinary team comprising GP partners, salaried GPs,
practice nurses, healthcare assistants, administrative and reception staff, and
access to additional PCN roles such as pharmacists, first contact
physiotherapists, and social prescribers. Our clinical systems include SystmOne
and NHS App integration, with online consultations and e-prescribing fully
enabled.
Partnership with Putnoe Medical Centre
We
work closely with our soft merger partner, Putnoe Medical Centre, to align
protocols, share learning, and develop joined-up clinical and administrative
processes. This collaboration offers
opportunities for shared CPD, cross-site working, and the development of
innovative models of care across both sites. It also provides additional support for
clinicians and enhances the resilience and flexibility of our workforce.
Main duties of the job
Key
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, effective, and high-quality clinical care to registered
patients.
- Conduct face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations.
- Manage acute, chronic, and preventive care needs.
- Undertake home visits where appropriate.
- Prescribe in accordance with local and national guidelines.
- Review pathology results, clinical correspondence, and repeat prescriptions.
- Contribute to QOF and long-term condition management.
- Participate in clinical meetings, audits, and QI initiatives.
- Provide supervision or mentorship where appropriate.
- Take part in the duty doctor rota.
Additional
Responsibilities
- Contribute to PCN and practice-level service development.
- Promote health education and self-care among patients.
- Work collaboratively with wider community teams.
- Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and infection control policies.
About us
Benefits
- Competitive salary and indemnity contribution
- NHS Pension Scheme
- 6 weeks annual leave + 1 week study leave (pro rata)
- Flexible working arrangements
- Supportive, inclusive team culture
- Study leave and CPD opportunities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, effective, and high-quality clinical care to registered
patients.
- Conduct face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations.
- Manage acute, chronic, and preventive care needs.
- Undertake home visits where appropriate.
- Prescribe in accordance with local and national guidelines.
- Review pathology results, clinical correspondence, and repeat prescriptions.
- Contribute to QOF and long-term condition management.
- Participate in clinical meetings, audits, and QI initiatives.
- Provide supervision or mentorship where appropriate.
- Take part in the duty doctor rota.
Additional
Responsibilities
- Contribute to PCN and practice-level service development.
- Promote health education and self-care among patients.
- Work collaboratively with wider community teams.
- Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and infection control policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, effective, and high-quality clinical care to registered
patients.
- Conduct face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations.
- Manage acute, chronic, and preventive care needs.
- Undertake home visits where appropriate.
- Prescribe in accordance with local and national guidelines.
- Review pathology results, clinical correspondence, and repeat prescriptions.
- Contribute to QOF and long-term condition management.
- Participate in clinical meetings, audits, and QI initiatives.
- Provide supervision or mentorship where appropriate.
- Take part in the duty doctor rota.
Additional
Responsibilities
- Contribute to PCN and practice-level service development.
- Promote health education and self-care among patients.
- Work collaboratively with wider community teams.
- Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and infection control policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
- Annual appraisal and revalidation when appropriate
- General practice Vocational Training Scheme trained
- On a medical performers list
- Enhanced DBS check
- UK driving licence
- Current CPR certificate
- UK work permit (if required)
- Medical defence union cover
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development
- MRCGP
- Experience of working a variety of clinical software systems
- Adaptability to change
Experience
Essential
- Chronic disease management
- 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
Desirable
- Experience of working a variety of clinical software systems
- Adaptability to change
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
- Annual appraisal and revalidation when appropriate
- General practice Vocational Training Scheme trained
- On a medical performers list
- Enhanced DBS check
- UK driving licence
- Current CPR certificate
- UK work permit (if required)
- Medical defence union cover
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development
- MRCGP
- Experience of working a variety of clinical software systems
- Adaptability to change
Experience
Essential
- Chronic disease management
- 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
Desirable
- Experience of working a variety of clinical software systems
- Adaptability to change
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).
