Salaried General Practitioner

NHS; Torquay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking practice in Torquay, dedicated to enhancing patient care and experience. As a Salaried GP, you will manage a diverse caseload, ensuring high standards of care while contributing to service development. This role offers flexibility and the chance to influence practice growth, working alongside a multidisciplinary team. With a focus on staff wellbeing and communication, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about primary care and ready to take on new challenges, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in primary care and working in deprivation areas.
• Membership in a recognized defence union (MPS/MDU) is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload addressing various health needs in primary care.
• Conduct consultations for minor illnesses and medication reviews.
• Support patients with drug dependencies and implement safe prescribing.

Skills

GP primary care experience

Independent prescribing

Medication review services

Patient management

Communication skills

Education

Qualified GP

GMC full registration

MRCGP

DRCOG

DFP

DCH

Job description

Croft Hall Surgery is undergoing changes aimed at enhancing the service and patient experience, as well as implementing new, efficient procedures.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic GP to join the Croft Hall Team as a Salaried GP, ideally for 6-8 sessions per week, with flexibility for the right candidate. As a partner, you would have the opportunity to influence the practice's development and put your own stamp on it.

Located in Torquay, Devon, an innovative area, our practice is involved in all local initiatives. We are a single urban site by the sea, serving 8,200 patients and actively participating in the Torquay PCN.

Our growing multidisciplinary team includes experienced ANPs, alongside PCN staff such as Pharmacists, Wellbeing Team members, and Physician Associates. We prioritize staff wellbeing and maintain strong communication across teams, structuring workloads to support work-life balance.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will manage a caseload, addressing a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring high standards of care for all patients. You will set an example to others, contribute to education and training, and play a role in service development and target achievement.

About us

Croft Hall Medical Practice is a fast-paced, forward-thinking practice with a list size of 8,200. Our team comprises GPs, experienced ANPs, and expanding PCN staff including a Wellbeing Team, Pharmacists, and Physician Associates. We are rated 'Good' by CQC.

Job responsibilities

• Practice as an independent prescriber within your scope of practice
• Conduct face-to-face and telephone consultations for minor illnesses
• Provide medication review services, including domiciliary visits to residential and care homes
• Advise and support patients with self-limiting conditions
• Review medications for newly registered patients
• Provide expertise on medication monitoring and system implementation
• Perform targeted medication reviews for high-risk patients
• Reauthorize medications for repeat prescribing within scope
• Identify suitable patients for repeat prescribing and liaise with clinicians
• Implement safe prescribing systems for vulnerable patients
• Support management of patients with drug and alcohol dependencies
• Signpost patients to appropriate healthcare professionals
• Assist with QOF targets
• Serve as the practice's point of contact for medicines-related matters

Person Specification

Experience

• GP primary care experience
• Experience working in a deprivation area

Qualifications

• Qualified GP
• GMC full registration
• Membership of a recognized defence union (MPS/MDU)
• MRCGP
• Currently on a performers list
• Never been removed from a performers list for detrimental reasons
• DRCOG
• DFP
• DCH

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to verify any criminal convictions.