Fixed-term Salaried GP

NHS; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a newly qualified GP for a fixed-term salaried position. The role focuses on enhancing patient care through comprehensive primary care services, managing both acute and chronic conditions while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a strong patient-centered approach. This position offers 6 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

6 weeks annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Newly qualified GP within 2 years of qualification.
• Competent in independent prescribing.
• Experience in managing acute and chronic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients through face-to-face and telephone consultations.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical examinations and assessments.
• Develop care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong clinical expertise

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Adaptability

Education

GMC registration with a license to practice

MRCGP or equivalent qualification

Job description

This role is tailored for newly qualified GPs (within 2 years of qualification and without holding a substantive post) on a fixed-term salaried contract, with the potential for extension.

The ARRS GP Role aims to enhance patient care and access to primary care services. As part of our multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will contribute to delivering comprehensive healthcare to our diverse patient population. Key responsibilities include managing patients with acute and chronic conditions, offering preventive health services, conducting medication reviews, and collaborating on personalised care planning. This role emphasises teamwork with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated, high-quality care.

We are looking for a GP with excellent communication skills, strong clinical expertise, and a commitment to a patient-centered approach. The position leverages ARRS-funded resources to optimise care delivery, improve patient outcomes, and increase the efficiency and capacity of primary care services.

The contract follows the BMA model, offering 6 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays, 2 additional days (pro rata), and 1 week of study leave (pro rata). Join our dedicated and dynamic team to make a meaningful difference in patient care.

Main duties of the job

Key duties include managing routine and urgent appointments through face-to-face and telephone consultations, providing safe and evidence-based individualised patient care.

You will perform comprehensive clinical examinations and assessments, addressing both physiological and psychological needs, and developing care plans with timely referrals in accordance with practice, PCN, and local guidelines. Prescribing independently within your scope of practice, you will adhere to local or national prescribing guidelines while promoting health strategies that empower patients to adopt healthier lifestyles and embrace self-care.

Responsibilities also include handling routine and emergency home visits, managing administrative tasks such as responding to queries, handling repeat prescriptions, reviewing patient test results, and preparing referral letters or correspondence in a timely manner. You will oversee clinical management, initiate investigations, review results, and refer patients to secondary care or other providers as appropriate, while developing treatment plans that align with disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.

Additionally, you will collaborate with other health and social care providers to ensure integrated services, maintain accurate patient records, support clinical and administrative staff to meet high standards and targets, and engage in role reviews to align with evolving service needs.

About us

Everest House Surgery is a patient-focused healthcare practice dedicated to delivering exceptional medical care to our diverse community. Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced GPs, compassionate nurses, a minor illness team comprising prescribing nurse practitioners and a paramedic, as well as a mental health worker, two first contact practitioners, a clinical pharmacist, and a highly efficient administrative staff. Together, we collaborate to ensure the best possible health outcomes for our patients through a holistic and integrated approach to care.

We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where both staff and patients feel valued, respected, and empowered. Our practice is driven by professionalism, teamwork, and a shared commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence in healthcare delivery.

At Everest House Surgery, we are dedicated to the growth and well-being of our team members. We offer ample opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and skills enhancement, all within a setting that strongly prioritises work-life balance. Open communication and mutual respect are at the core of our practice culture, creating a positive, collaborative, and fulfilling workplace.

Joining Everest House Surgery means becoming part of a team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients while fostering a rewarding and supportive professional environment.

Job responsibilities

You will perform comprehensive clinical examinations and assessments, addressing both physiological and psychological needs, and developing care plans with timely referrals in accordance with practice, PCN, and local guidelines. Prescribing independently within your scope of practice, you will adhere to local or national prescribing guidelines while promoting health strategies that empower patients to adopt healthier lifestyles and embrace self-care.

Responsibilities also include handling routine and emergency home visits, managing administrative tasks such as responding to queries, handling repeat prescriptions, reviewing patient test results, and preparing referral letters or correspondence in a timely manner. You will oversee clinical management, initiate investigations, review results, and refer patients to secondary care or other providers as appropriate, while developing treatment plans that align with disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.

The role may require participation in on-call sessions or extended hours (7:30 am - 8:00 am, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm). Additionally, you will collaborate with other health and social care providers to ensure integrated services, maintain accurate patient records, support clinical and administrative staff to meet high standards and targets, and engage in role reviews to align with evolving service needs.

Please see attached job description for more information.

Person Specification

Experience

• 1. Qualification and Registration
• - GMC registration with a license to practice in the UK.
• - MRCGP qualification or equivalent.
• - Newly qualified GP (within 2 years of qualification) who has not held a substantive post.
• 2. Clinical Expertise
• - Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based clinical care for acute and chronic conditions.
• - Proficiency in conducting comprehensive patient assessments and developing appropriate care plans.
• - Competence in prescribing independently within scope of practice and in adherence to national and local guidelines.
• - Experience in promoting preventive care and supporting patients in self-management.
• 3. Patient-Centered Approach
• - Commitment to delivering care that respects and responds to the individual needs and values of patients.
• - Ability to foster trust and build rapport with a diverse patient population.
• 4. Teamwork and Collaboration
• - Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
• - Willingness to contribute to integrated care pathways and collaborative service delivery.
• 5. Communication Skills
• - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex medical information in an accessible way.
• - Capability to manage sensitive discussions with empathy and professionalism.
• 6. Organisational Skills
• - Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• - Competence in managing administrative tasks such as patient records, referrals, and correspondence.
• 7. Adaptability and Commitment to Development
• - Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and adapt to evolving healthcare roles.
• - Flexibility to participate in on-call sessions and extended hours as required.
• - Familiarity with clinical IT systems and electronic patient records.
• - Ability to use technology effectively to enhance patient care and streamline workflows.
• 9. Knowledge of ARRS Framework
• - Understanding of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) and its role in enhancing primary care services.
• 10. Commitment to NHS Values
• - Alignment with the core values of the NHS, including respect, compassion, and dedication to improving health outcomes.

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.

Depending on experienceSessional rate £10,500 to £12,000, based on experience