General Practitioner For Urgent Treatment Centre

Principal Medical Limited; Harwell; On-site; GBP 9,800 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical indemnity

6 weeks' annual leave + 1 week study

NB Medical subscription

Regular CPD opportunities

Flexible shift patterns (6h/12h)

Job summary

Principal Medical Limited is recruiting General Practitioners for an Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) in Banbury, Oxfordshire. The role offers high-quality patient care with reduced administrative burden, paid indemnity, generous leave, CPD opportunities, and flexible shifts including 6- and 12-hour blocks.

Substantive and bank opportunities are available. Open 9am-9pm all year, the UTC serves ~17,000 patients annually and supports local ED and GP services.

Qualifications

• GMC registered GP with licence to practise.

Responsibilities

• Make appropriate clinical decisions on presenting problems within the scope of competence, seeking advice from a mentor when required.
• Assess health needs of patients with undifferentiated conditions under supervision when necessary.
• Provide screening, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care in line with current protocols.
• Develop individualised care plans with patients, aligned with best practice.
• Maintain clear, accurate medical records.

Skills

GMC registration

Acute & urgent care

Clinical decision-making

Team player

Interest in urgent care

Job description

Job summary

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.

Join a supportive, experienced team where you can focus on delivering high-quality patient care. Enjoy a varied and interesting case mix, 20-minute appointments, and triage support, with minimal administrative burden beyond consultation records and referrals. We offer paid medical indemnity, 6 weeks' annual leave plus 1 week study leave (pro rata), NB Medical subscription, regular CPD opportunities, and flexible shift patterns including 6- and 12-hour shifts, with substantive and bank opportunities available.

Main duties of the job

GPs 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
• Strong clinical decision-making skills
• A team player committed to delivering high-quality patient-centred care
• An interest in urgent care and service development

About us

PML is a successful not-for-profit, GP-led organisation providing various NHS community and primary care clinical services to patients across Oxfordshire and Northamptonshire. We have evolved as a NHS healthcare provider since 2004 and in the last few years have grown significantly, now employing around 300 staff with a turnover of c. £16m. PML holds GMS contracts, as well as being a GP Federation representing c. 50 GP practices covering approximately 650,000 patients.

For more information on PML and the services we provide, please visit our website at www.principal-medical.co.uk.

Details

Date posted: 29 October 2026

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £10,925 a session per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: E0176-26-0080

Job locations: The Fiennes Centre, Hightown Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 9BF, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Patient Care

• Make appropriate clinical decisions on presenting problems within the scope of competence, seeking advice and support from a mentor or senior colleagues when required.
• Assess health needs of patients with undifferentiated or undiagnosed conditions under supervision when necessary.
• Provide screening, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care in line with current protocols.
• Develop individualised care plans in consultation with patients, aligned with best practice and guidance.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and contemporaneous medical records.

Professional Standards

• Undertake all duties expected of a GP in primary care, in accordance with regulatory and standard-setting organisations.
• Deliver evidence-based, patient-centred, and equitable care.
• Ensure safe prescribing and 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.

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Work effectively within the multidisciplinary team and with external services.
• Share knowledge, support colleagues, and manage clinical risk collaboratively.
• Work Under Mentorship for Professional Development: Engage actively with a designated mentor for advice, support, and structured learning to accelerate competency.
• Equal Share of Practice Workload: Participate in duty doctor sessions, chronic disease management, and other core responsibilities alongside colleagues.

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.
• Support Specialist Areas: Develop knowledge and contribute to one or two agreed areas of special interest or expertise, building capability within the practice and company.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Strong clinical decision-making skills appropriate to level of experience;
• Knowledge of current clinical guidelines, protocols, and evidence-based practice;
• Effective communication and consultation skills with patients, families, and colleagues;
• Ability to develop and implement care plans;
• Understanding of population health, health inequalities, and resource management;
• Good written and verbal communication skills;
• Competence in medical record-keeping and IT systems/EMIS;
• Basic computer literacy (MS Office, email, internet);
• Good organisation and time-management;
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team;
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Behaviours and Attributes

Essential

• Patient-centred, compassionate, and approachable;
• Professional, autonomous, and accountable;
• Collaborative and team-oriented;
• Reflective and committed to continuous professional development;
• Adaptable, resilient, and able to work under pressure;
• Advocate for quality improvement and service development;
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion;
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Other

Essential

• UK permit or right to work in the United Kingdom

Desirable

• Car driver/clean licence

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience in general practice during training;
• Exposure to multidisciplinary team working;
• Understanding of clinical governance and patient safety principles.

Desirable

• Previous involvement in teaching or supporting medical students;
• Interest in developing expertise in one or two specialist areas.

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.

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: Principal Medical Limited

Address: The Fiennes Centre, Hightown Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 9BF, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.principal-medical.co.uk

For questions about the job, contact: Urgent Treatment Centre Clinical Lead, Rebecca Atterby, [e-mail]

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