General Practitioner

Principal Medical Limited; Stalybridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical indemnity paid

NBmedical subscription

6 weeks annual leave + study leave (pr

Flexible shift patterns

Job summary

Principal Medical Limited seeks experienced General Practitioners to join its Urgent Treatment Centre on a substantive basis with Friday, Saturday and Sunday hours, plus bank opportunities. The UTC aims to deliver timely, high-quality care with minimal paperwork and strong team support.

Open 9am–9pm, 365 days a year, the UTC handles a diverse case mix and emphasizes work-life balance, professional development, and a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• GMC registered GP with licence to practise and up-to-date practising credentials.
• Experience in managing acute and urgent cases within a UTC or ED setting.
• Comfortable working in a team, with a patient-centred care approach.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage patients presenting with acute illnesses in UTC.
• Document consultations and manage referrals as required.
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with MDT.

Skills

Urgent care

GP experience

Team player

Flexible hours

Education

GMC registration

GP training completed

Tools

EMIS

Job description

Are you a GP looking for a role providing care for patients without the endless paperwork and administrative burden of traditional general practice?

We are seeking experienced General Practitioners to join our highly regarded Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) on a substantive basis with availability of hours on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. If regular hours are not suited to you but you are still interested in working for the UTC then we are also recruiting for bank opportunities.

We are a GP-led service providing assessment and management of a diverse mix of patients presenting with acute illnesses and urgent care needs. Working at the UTC offers an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive team delivering high-quality care to patients who need timely assessment and treatment, while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

Why Join Us?

• Focus on patient care, not bureaucracy
• Interesting case mix of patients
• Minimal paperwork - document consultations and arrange referrals where required but minimal other requirement for paperwork / administrative tasks.
• Supportive and experienced team
• 20-minute appointment times
• HCA triage for patients prior to GP assessment
• 6 weeks annual leave + 1 week study leave (pro-rata’d to hours)
• Medical defence/indemnity for the role paid
• NBmedical subscription included for substantive staff
• Regular education sessions, clinical updates and team meetings
• Multiple shift patterns available, including 6-hour and 12-hour shifts
• Regular sessions available on substantive basis on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
• Flexible working opportunities in bank roles if regular commitment not suitable

About the Role

GP’s working at the UTC assess and manage patients presenting with a wide range of acute illnesses and urgent care needs. Patients are referred from the local Emergency Department (on the same site), local GP surgeries and NHS 111. The role offers genuine clinical variety while allowing you to concentrate on what matters most: delivering excellent patient care.

Our Urgent Treatment Centre is open 9am - 9pm 365 days a year and sees approximately ~17,000 patients each year. It plays a vital role in reducing pressure on the local Emergency Department and General Practice. We are proud to consistently receive excellent patient feedback and maintain high patient satisfaction ratings as well as being well regarded by those who refer into the service.

What We're Looking For

• GMC registered GP with a licence to practise
• Experience managing acute and urgent presentations
• A team player committed to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
• An interest in urgent care and service development

Full Job Description

GP's working in Banbury Urgent Treatment Centre provide high-quality assessment and management of undifferentiated patients presenting with a wide range of acute illnesses and urgent care needs from the Horton Hospital Emergency Department, 111 and local GP surgeries.

Role Accountabilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence based assessment for undifferentiated patients presenting to the Urgent Treatment Centre via face-to-face, video and telephone consultations.
• Make evidence-based clinical decisions and formulate appropriate management plans for the patients presenting for assessment at the Urgent Treatment Centre.
• Develop individualised care plans in consultation with patients, aligned with best practice and guidance.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and contemporaneous medical records.
• Work dynamically and collaboratively with other GP’s and clinical / non-clinical support staff to provide timely assessment of patients presenting with acute presentations.

Professional Standards

• Undertake all duties expected of a GP in the Urgent Treatment Centre setting, in accordance with regulatory and standard-setting organisations.
• To practice in accordance with GMC good medical practice guidance and adhere to national and local guidelines including the UTC clinical policies when assessing and managing patients.
• Strictly conform to GMC confidentiality guidance and standards.
• Deliver evidence-based, patient-centred, and equitable care.
• Ensure safe prescribing in accordance with national and local guidance with a responsible use of resources.

Clinical Leadership & Quality

• Contribute to quality improvement activities, audits, and learning from significant events.
• Support development and implementation of evidence-based guidelines.
• Advocate for patients and help reduce health inequalities.
• Build Expertise within the Organisation: Contribute to projects and initiatives that enhance clinical standards and service delivery across the company.
• Work effectively within the multidisciplinary team and with external services.
• Share knowledge, support colleagues, and manage clinical risk collaboratively.
• Equal Share of Practice Workload: Participate in duty doctor sessions, chronic disease management, and other core responsibilities alongside colleagues.
• Work dynamically and collaboratively with other GP’s and clinical / non-clinical support staff to provide timely assessment of patients presenting with acute presentations.

Education & Development

• Participate in Medical Education: Support the training of medical students and GP trainees through shadowing, teaching, and collaborative learning.
• Engage in continuing professional development and reflective practice.
• Share best practice to enhance team capability.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning: Maintain professional development through CPD activities, reflective practice, and engagement with company initiatives.

Community & System Contribution

• Support public health initiatives and health promotion campaigns.
• Contribute to understanding of local population health needs.
• Promote digital and innovative approaches to improve patient care access and quality.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice - Essential
• Completion of GP training and inclusion on the GP register - Essential

Experience

• Recent experience in general practice during training. - Essential
• Exposure to multidisciplinary team working - Essential
• Understanding of clinical governance and patient safety principles Essential
• Previous involvement in teaching or supporting medical students. Desirable
• Interest in developing expertise in one or two specialist areas. Desirable

Skills & Knowledge Requirement

• Strong clinical decision-making skills appropriate to level of experience - Essential
• Knowledge of current clinical guidelines, protocols, and evidence-based practice - Essential
• Effective communication and consultation skills with patients, families, and colleagues - Essential
• Ability to develop and implement care plans - Essential
• Understanding of population health, health inequalities, and resource management - Essential
• Good written and verbal communication skills - Essential
• Competence in medical record-keeping and IT systems/EMIS - Essential
• Basic computer literacy (MS Office, email, internet) - Essential
• Good organisation and time-management - Essential
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team. - Essential
• Commitment to ongoing professional development - Essential
• Patient-centred, compassionate, and approachable - Essential
• Professional, autonomous, and accountable - Essential
• Collaborative and team-oriented - Essential
• Reflective and committed to continuous professional development - Essential
• Adaptable, resilient, and able to work under pressure - Essential
• Advocate for quality improvement and service development - Essential
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion - Essential
• Attention to detail and accuracy - Essential