Salaried General Practitioner

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

Job summary

Join a leading practice as a Salaried GP where you can make a significant impact in a supportive environment. The role offers a blend of clinical responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth, all while delivering high-quality patient care to a diverse population.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Training support

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and inclusion on the GP Performers List.
• Experience working in Primary Care.
• Commitment to CPD and maintaining professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred clinical care.
• Participate in the duty doctor rota and manage urgent patient needs.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Primary Care

Patient-Centred Care

Clinical Assessments

Education

General Practitioner Registration

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Job description

Join Us as a Salaried GP at Hawkinge and Elham Valley Practice

4 to 8 Sessions per Week

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work in a supportive team, and enjoy the balance of rural and semi-rural general practice? Hawkinge and Elham Valley Practice is excited to welcome a dedicated and forward-thinking Salaried GP to our team.

You'll be joining a progressive, training-focused practice that values innovation, teamwork, and high-quality patient care. Whether you're an experienced GP or newly qualified, we offer a nurturing environment where you can thrive professionally and personally. With a strong multidisciplinary team, modern facilities, and a genuine sense of community, this is a great opportunity to build your clinical portfolio and be part of shaping the future of general practice.

If you're passionate about delivering excellent care and want to feel truly supported in your role, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

1. Provide high-quality, patient-centred clinical care to our diverse population, including acute, chronic disease, and preventive care.
2. Undertake face-to-face, telephone, and online consultations as part of our total triage model.
3. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure effective, holistic care.
4. Contribute to the continuity of care through personal list working where possible.
5. Participate in practice meetings, clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and significant event reviews.
6. Support and supervise trainees and students, depending on experience and interest.
7. Manage administrative tasks related to patient care, including referrals, pathology results, and correspondence.
8. Take part in duty doctor sessions on a shared rota basis.
9. Engage with practice development, innovation, and service improvement.

About us

Hawkinge and Elham Valley Practice

We are a friendly and forward-thinking GP practice serving over 10,000 patients across two sites in Hawkinge and Elham. We offer a full range of NHS General Medical Services and pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to our local communities.

Our multidisciplinary team includes GP Partners, Salaried GPs, a Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, a General Practice Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist, and Paramedic Practitioner. The clinical team is fully supported by an experienced management and administrative team.

We are a training practice involved in developing Foundation Year 2 doctors, GP registrars, nurses, and medical students. With modern facilities, a supportive working environment, and a strong team ethos, we offer an excellent place to work, learn, and develop your career in general practice.

Job responsibilities

Salaried GP at Hawkinge and Elham Valley Practice

Role Overview: We seek a dedicated and professional Salaried GP to join our team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive NHS Primary Medical Services to our registered patients, temporary residents, and those needing immediate treatment. This role offers a supportive and dynamic environment, contributing to high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and referrals in line with NHS guidelines.
• Participate in the duty doctor rota and manage urgent patient needs.
• Maintain GMC registration and NHS Performers List inclusion.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and service development.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full GMC registration and inclusion on the GP Performers List.
• Experience working in Primary Care.
• Commitment to CPD and maintaining professional standards.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, well-established practice with a strong sense of team spirit.
• Opportunities for professional development and clinical leadership.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including NHS pension scheme and training support.

If you're passionate about delivering excellent care and would like to be part of a forward-thinking, patient-focused practice, we would love to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003.
• Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983.
• Qualified General Practitioner (completed certificate of Completion of Training CCT).
• Currently on a PCT performers list and not suspended from that list or from the medical register.
• DBS clearance.
• Desirable evidence of further postgraduate educational activities in relevant fields, such as MRCGP, DCH, DRCOG, RCGP, Substance Misuse Certificate Level 1 or 2, F2 supervisor training/teaching diploma, DFSRH, competence in coil insertion, evidence of CPD activities.

Experience

• Experienced GP confident and comfortable working autonomously and as part of a team, with a proven track record in primary care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check for any previous criminal convictions.

£10,500 to £11,500 per session, calculated annually.