Job summary
Hastings & Rother Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Salaried GP to join our team across three established surgeries serving a diverse and growing patient population of 26,000 in the vibrant and historic coastal towns of St Leonards-On-Sea and Hastings.
Whether youre a newly qualified or experienced GP, we offer a supportive and dynamic environment. While not essential, we are particularly keen to hear from candidates with a special interest in mental health, as there are opportunities to work closely with our integrated mental health team alongside your core GP responsibilities..
Main duties of the job
What We Offer
Structured clinical day including face-to-face, telephone, and video consultations
Protected daily clinical break, catch-up slots, and dedicated admin time
Regular clinical supervision provided to all clinical staff, including GPs
A chance to work in a collaborative, patient-focused team environment
Main Duties
Provide comprehensive, patient-centred care across the spectrum of general practice: acute, chronic, and preventive
Conduct consultations in person, via telephone, or video
Support patients with mental health needs, working with our multidisciplinary mental health team to ensure appropriate care and follow-up
Participate in clinical decision-making, triage, and referrals
Engage in quality improvement and clinical governance activities as part of our team ethos
About us
About Us
Formed in 2021, Hastings & Rother Healthcare brings together three GP practices under one umbrella to deliver seamless care across our community. As the largest primary care provider in the area, our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of our population by putting patients at the heart of everything we do.
Our forward-thinking team is made up of GPs, nurses, pharmacists, mental health professionals, paramedics, and a strong administrative backbone. We value innovation, continuous improvement, and a collaborative working culture.
Interested?
If this opportunity aligns with your values and aspirations, wed love to hear from you. To express interest or request more information, please contact:
Steve Boxwell, Business Partner steve.boxwell@nhs.net
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Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Salaried GP you will be expected to undertake all the normal
duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
You will be responsible for face to face and telephone consultations with
patients presenting with a wide range of minor illness, urgent and same day
requests for treatment and chronic disease management. You will provide care
for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment,
diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You may also be required to
complete home visits.
You will need to demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care,
including assessment and diagnostic skills. You will need to prioritise and
triage the needs of the patients accordingly making any necessary referrals for
investigations in the appropriate manner.
*Please see link for full job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Salaried GP you will be expected to undertake all the normal
duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
You will be responsible for face to face and telephone consultations with
patients presenting with a wide range of minor illness, urgent and same day
requests for treatment and chronic disease management. You will provide care
for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment,
diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You may also be required to
complete home visits.
You will need to demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care,
including assessment and diagnostic skills. You will need to prioritise and
triage the needs of the patients accordingly making any necessary referrals for
investigations in the appropriate manner.
*Please see link for full job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCGP preferred for those completing their GP training before August 2007
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS and understanding of clinical governance
- Able to work under pressure and within an ever-changing environment
- The ability to communicate effectively with patients and carers
- Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to work flexibly as part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Confident and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Understand and have a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity
- Manage and prioritise multiple tasks
- Work confidently and accurately with data and information to present an accurate picture of analysis
- Use a methodical working approach and meet deadlines
- Be able to work under pressure and have clear systems/strategies in order to prioritise workload
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCGP preferred for those completing their GP training before August 2007
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS and understanding of clinical governance
- Able to work under pressure and within an ever-changing environment
- The ability to communicate effectively with patients and carers
- Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to work flexibly as part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Confident and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Understand and have a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity
- Manage and prioritise multiple tasks
- Work confidently and accurately with data and information to present an accurate picture of analysis
- Use a methodical working approach and meet deadlines
- Be able to work under pressure and have clear systems/strategies in order to prioritise workload
Desirable
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).
