Job summary
North East
Shropshire market town.
Drayton
Medical Practice is looking for an enthusiastic part-time Salaried GP of up to
6 sessions to replace our senior partner who after 30 years is relocating to
Cumbria at the end of January 2026.
Friendly,
forward-thinking, progressive training practice working from a purpose-built
spacious health centre 2005.
Shropshire
VTS Registrars, F2 doctors and Keele University medical students.
ANP, UCP,
Physician Associate and Pharmacists contribute a vital role in serving a
diverse population of circa 18000 patients. Minor Injuries service.
North
Shropshire PCN and Partner Practice of Our Health Partnership.
EMIS total
triage model. Job includes pro rata
extended hours commitment.
Tier 2 visa
sponsorship.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide
range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards
of care for all patients.
About us
Drayton Medical Practice has been caring for the people of Market Drayton and the surrounding area since 1968.
We have an average list size of over 17,900 patients and offer a wide range of facilities and skills while maintaining the traditional values of family medicine.
In 2005 we moved to purpose built premises that offer scope for future expansion of both services and the practice team.
In addition to being a training practice for GP trainees, we also provide placements for student Doctors, Physician Associates and Nurses. Trainees are well supported by all members of the practice team.
Other community services located within the premises and with whom we have good links include Physiotherapy, Dental, District Nurses, Midwives and Health Visitors.
We are a partner practice of Our Health Partnership, a GP partnership of 34 practices with 43 surgeries. 176 GP partners and circa 80 salaried GPs in Our Health Partnership serving around 300,000 patients in Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Wolverhampton, Solihull and Shropshire.
Our Health Partnership was set up by local GPs who are passionate about providing high quality primary care and using their time and skills effectively to benefit patients.
We are a member practice of North Shropshire Primary Care Network (PCN), a network of GP practices covering Oswestry, Ellesmere, Whitchurch, Wem, Prees, Hodnet and Market Drayton.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In accordance with the practice timetable the post-holder
will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including
surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, home visits,
dealing with repeat prescriptions, paperwork and correspondence in a timely
fashion
Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to
presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care
workers within the organisation
Assessing the health care needs of patients with
undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
Developing care plans for health in consultation with
patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
Collecting data for audit purposes
Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing
formulary
In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake
all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within
primary care.
Attending training and events organised by the practice or
other agencies, where appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In accordance with the practice timetable the post-holder
will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including
surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, home visits,
dealing with repeat prescriptions, paperwork and correspondence in a timely
fashion
Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to
presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care
workers within the organisation
Assessing the health care needs of patients with
undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
Developing care plans for health in consultation with
patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
Collecting data for audit purposes
Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing
formulary
In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake
all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within
primary care.
Attending training and events organised by the practice or
other agencies, where appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
- Inclusion on the NHS England performers list
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of continued professional development
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- General understanding of the GMS contract
Skills & Qualities
Essential
- Understanding of the health and social needs of a local practice patient population
- Commitment to personal and professional development
- Commitment to education and training
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent record keeping skills
- Understanding of the current issues and challenges facing primary care
- Ability to handle change and unexpected urgent requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
- Inclusion on the NHS England performers list
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of continued professional development
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- General understanding of the GMS contract
Skills & Qualities
Essential
- Understanding of the health and social needs of a local practice patient population
- Commitment to personal and professional development
- Commitment to education and training
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent record keeping skills
- Understanding of the current issues and challenges facing primary care
- Ability to handle change and unexpected urgent requirements
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).