Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

GP Practitioner

The closing date is 19 November 2025

Job summary

Are you a passionate GP or Medical Consultant with experience with care of the older person or rehab medicine, looking for a dynamic role at the forefront of innovation?Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's IMECDivision is leading an exciting transformation at Clifton Hospital, andwe're searching for a visionary GP or Medical Consultant to play a key part.

In this exciting role, you'll:o Be a key architect in redesigning Clifton's care models, puttingpatient experience and well-being at the heart of everything wedo.o Champion collaboration within IMEC, fostering a seamless patientjourney across primary and secondary care.o Help define Clifton Hospital's unique identity within the division,building on its existing strengths and embracing IMEC's innovativespirit.o Work with a forward-thinking team at Clifton Hospital, known forits collaborative and supportive environment.o If you're a GP or Medical Consultant who thrives on a challenge, is passionate aboutmaking a real difference, then we want to hear from you!Blackpool Teaching Hospitals offers a supportive and stimulatingenvironment, a strong leadership team, and a commitment toinnovation. Join us and be part of something truly special.This is a fantastic opportunity for a GP or Medical Consultant leader who wants to make a real impact.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work predominately at Clifton Hospital where there is a strong focus on multi-disciplinary teamwork. The post holder will receive leadership support from the Divisional Team.

  1. Support the progression of patient pathways in line with the CliftonTransformation Model.
  2. . Provide medical review to include assessment and management of thedeteriorating patient.
  3. Participate in regular MDT board rounds to review patient care and progress towards discharge.
  4. To support the screening / review of referred patients from varying clinicalservices including repatriations from external Trusts.5. The post holder will be required to maintain their knowledge and skills withutilisation of relevant e-portfolio. Study leave provision will be available.6. To participate in training of advanced clinical practitioners and medicalundergraduates.7. To contribute towards mortality review processes, clinical audit and clinical governance & educational meetings.9. The successful candidate will form part of the weekend on-call rota(combination of resident and non-resident) with other speciality doctors.Prospective cover will be required at times to meet the needs of theservice.10. The post holder will share with colleagues and other intermediate level staffin dictation of documentation in respect of patients, where appropriate, inaddition to general administrative duties as part of their role.

About us

We're thrilled you're considering joining our team and making real difference in the lives of our patients.

Within Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust,Clifton Hospital plays a vital role in providing exceptional carefor our older population. Clifton Hospital is dedicated tofostering well-being, independence, and a high quality of life forour senior patients.

Clifton Hospital excels in its rehabilitation services.Our team works diligently to help patients regaintheir independence after an illness or injury. Clifton Hospital has strong links with communityservices, allowing for a smooth transition back tofamiliar surroundings after discharge.

By joining our Integrated Medicine and Emergency Care Division at Clifton Hospital, you'll become a leader in shaping the future of care. This is your chance to make a lasting impact and be part of something special.

Details

Date posted

29 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£76,038 to £114,743 a year PA Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

382-DOC78-25

Job locations

Clifton Hospital

Pershore Rd,

Lytham St Annes,

FY8 1PB


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work predominately at Clifton Hospital where there is a strong focus on multi-disciplinary teamwork. The post holder will receive leadership support from the Divisional Team and will deliver a wide range of clinical care in managing patients in a community hospital setting. There is also a requirement of weekend oncall provision.

  1. Support the progression of patient pathways in line with the CliftonTransformation Model.
  2. . Provide medical review to include assessment and management of thedeteriorating patient.
  3. Participate in regular MDT <board rounds= to review patient care and progress towards discharge.
  4. To support the screening / review of referred patients from varying clinicalservices including repatriations from external Trusts.5. The post holder will be required to maintain their knowledge and skills withutilisation of relevant e-portfolio. Study leave provision will be available.6. To participate in training of advanced clinical practitioners and medicalundergraduates.7. To contribute towards mortality review processes, clinical audit and clinicalgovernance & educational meetings.8. The post holder will be expected to participate in an annual appraisal & jobplan review with an allocated Consultant.9. The successful candidate will form part of the weekend on-call rota(combination of resident and non-resident) with other speciality doctors.Prospective cover will be required at times to meet the needs of theservice.10. The post holder will share with colleagues and other intermediate level staff in dictation of documentation in respect of patients, where appropriate, in addition to general administrative duties as part of their role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work predominately at Clifton Hospital where there is a strong focus on multi-disciplinary teamwork. The post holder will receive leadership support from the Divisional Team and will deliver a wide range of clinical care in managing patients in a community hospital setting. There is also a requirement of weekend oncall provision.

  1. Support the progression of patient pathways in line with the CliftonTransformation Model.
  2. . Provide medical review to include assessment and management of thedeteriorating patient.
  3. Participate in regular MDT <board rounds= to review patient care and progress towards discharge.
  4. To support the screening / review of referred patients from varying clinicalservices including repatriations from external Trusts.5. The post holder will be required to maintain their knowledge and skills withutilisation of relevant e-portfolio. Study leave provision will be available.6. To participate in training of advanced clinical practitioners and medicalundergraduates.7. To contribute towards mortality review processes, clinical audit and clinicalgovernance & educational meetings.8. The post holder will be expected to participate in an annual appraisal & jobplan review with an allocated Consultant.9. The successful candidate will form part of the weekend on-call rota(combination of resident and non-resident) with other speciality doctors.Prospective cover will be required at times to meet the needs of theservice.10. The post holder will share with colleagues and other intermediate level staff in dictation of documentation in respect of patients, where appropriate, in addition to general administrative duties as part of their role.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • Full and current unrestricted GMC(UK) registration on the GP register. Successful completion of General Practice Specialist Training
  • Broad exposure to general and geriatric medicine in the UK

Desirable

  • Formal qualification in medical education
  • Experience in service development and improvement

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience teaching undergraduates, postgraduates and allied health professionals

Desirable

  • previous experience of working in the NHS/experience of NHS working practices and systems

Skills & Ability

Essential

  • Enthusiam and commitment to the speciality
  • Skills in team leadership and being a productive team member. Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Desirable

  • Active participation in British Geriatric Society activities
Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • Full and current unrestricted GMC(UK) registration on the GP register. Successful completion of General Practice Specialist Training
  • Broad exposure to general and geriatric medicine in the UK

Desirable

  • Formal qualification in medical education
  • Experience in service development and improvement

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience teaching undergraduates, postgraduates and allied health professionals

Desirable

  • previous experience of working in the NHS/experience of NHS working practices and systems

Skills & Ability

Essential

  • Enthusiam and commitment to the speciality
  • Skills in team leadership and being a productive team member. Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Desirable

  • Active participation in British Geriatric Society activities

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clifton Hospital

Pershore Rd,

Lytham St Annes,

FY8 1PB


Employer's website

https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clifton Hospital

Pershore Rd,

Lytham St Annes,

FY8 1PB


Employer's website

https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Divisional Medical Director IMEC

Wendy Aubrey

dr.aubrey@nhs.net

01253300000

Details

Date posted

29 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£76,038 to £114,743 a year PA Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

382-DOC78-25

Job locations

Clifton Hospital

Pershore Rd,

Lytham St Annes,

FY8 1PB


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