General Practitioner

Practice Plus Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking an Out of Hours General Practitioner to provide high-quality, patient-centred care during evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. This role requires a fully qualified GP with GMC registration and offers flexible working patterns, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to make a significant impact on community health. Working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, the successful candidate will manage diverse patient needs in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Fully qualified General Practitioner with GMC registration and relevant UK licence to practice.
• Previous experience working in an Out of Hours setting is essential.
• Proven experience using the Adastra clinical system for patient record management.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive clinical assessments for urgent care outside of normal hours.
• Managing a varied caseload including acute minor illnesses and injuries.
• Working collaboratively with healthcare colleagues for continuity of patient care.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

GMC registration and UK licence to practice

Tools

Adastra clinical system

Job description

About The Role

Practice Plus Group is a leading provider of urgent and out-of-hours healthcare services across the UK, committed to delivering outstanding patient care through innovative and compassionate medical practice. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and dynamic environment where our clinicians can thrive and make a genuine impact.

As an Out of Hours General Practitioner with Practice Plus Group, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care during evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with urgent medical needs in a fast-paced but rewarding setting.

We are looking for motivated GPs within a commutable distance to Ipswich, Colchester or Clacton‑on‑Sea, who are passionate about urgent care and eager to contribute to our ongoing mission to provide accessible, safe, and effective healthcare outside regular surgery hours. This role offers flexibility, excellent professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in your community.

Our OOH service is open from 18.30‑08.00 Monday to Friday and 24 hours over the weekend. We can offer a range of sessions to allow you to flexibly choose the right shift pattern for you.

We are able to offer Bank (PAYE) or Self Employed (LTD Company or Sole Trader) contracts for this role.

What you'll be doing

• Providing comprehensive clinical assessments and management for patients requiring urgent care outside of normal surgery hours across base working, home visitations and clinical assessment service (CAS)
• Managing a varied caseload including acute minor illnesses, injuries, and chronic condition exacerbations.
• Utilizing the Adastra clinical system to accurately record consultations and clinical notes.
• Working collaboratively with healthcare colleagues, including nurses, paramedics, and administrative staff, to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Making appropriate referrals, liaising with secondary care services, and ensuring patient safety through effective clinical decision‑making.
• Participating in clinical audits, governance activities, and continuous professional development.

What we’ll look for in you

• Fully qualified General Practitioner with GMC registration and relevant UK licence to practice.
• Previous experience working in an Out of Hours setting is essential.
• Proven experience using the Adastra clinical system for patient record management.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to manage a diverse and often complex caseload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient‑centred care aligned with Practice Plus Group’s values.
• Flexibility with working hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

If you are a dedicated GP seeking a flexible and rewarding role within a trusted organisation, we would love to hear from you. Join Practice Plus Group and help us deliver exceptional out of hours care to the communities we serve.

If you would like to talk to our friendly recruiters for further information, please contact George Robinson – [e-mail]. Please also see the job description attached to the role.

Please note that offers of employment are subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.

Practice Plus Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.