GP Salaried

Job summary

We care for around 26,000 patients across St Leonards-on-Sea and Hastings. You’ll work a structured clinical day with protected breaks, catch-up slots and dedicated admin time, supported by regular clinical supervision and a friendly MDT.

Responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Your week at a glance

• 6 – 8 Sessions per week
• 15-minute appointments
• Cap: 15 contacts per session
• No on-call; home visits: Low
• Protected CPD: 10 percent of weekly hours plus 5 days study leave pro rata
• 30 days AL plus 8 BH (FTE)
• Indemnity included
• BMA model contract
• System: EMIS Web
• MDT: ANPs, ACPs, Clinical Pharmacists, PAs, Paramedics, MSK FCP, MHP
• Admin support: Dedicated document/admin team

What you’ll do patient-facing

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centred GP care across acute, chronic and preventive needs
• Consult in person or by telephone
• Participate in clinical decision-making, triage, and referrals
• Engage in quality improvement and clinical governance activities as part of our team ethos
• Home visits as required
• Care or Nursing home ward rounds with support from Enhanced Care Team

What you’ll do non-patient-facing

• Clinical admin & governance: results handling, correspondence, documentation, audit, QI, and practice meetings.
• Specialist area time: develop a focus aligned to service needs

Requirements

• Full, unrestricted GMC (GP Register) + on the English National Performers List; strong communication and team ethos
• MRCGP preferred for those completing their GP training before August 2007

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Knowledge of the NHS and understanding of clinical governance
• Able to work under pressure and within an ever-changing environment
• The ability to communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to work flexibly as part of a team
• Good organisational skills
• Confident and effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Understand and have a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity
• Manage and prioritise multiple tasks
• Work confidently and accurately with data and information to present an accurate picture of analysis
• Use a methodical working approach and meet deadlines
• Be able to work under pressure and have clear systems/strategies in order to prioritise workload

Desirable

• Knowledge of EMIS
• 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

About us

Why choose HRH?

• At Hastings & Rother Healthcare, we believe work should be rewarding, inspiring and balanced
• We’re a friendly, forward-thinking group of practices offering GPs the chance to make a real difference in a supportive and innovative environment
• Three vibrant surgeries — Warrior Square, Churchwood & Old Town
• Supportive multi-disciplinary teams
• Collaborative, modern primary care
• A team that truly cares for patients and for each other

Why Hastings?

• Imagine finishing your clinic and walking to the beach for sunset
• Hastings offers the perfect blend of career opportunities and coastal lifestyle: Stunning seafront & countryside walks
• A creative, cultural town full of life
• Excellent transport links to London, Eastbourne & Brighton or beyond
• Hastings is a place to grow, explore and belong

Benefits package

• Package & support
• Workload clarity: structured day with protected daily break, catch-ups and admin time.
• Development: regular clinical supervision, appraisal and study time; inclusive employer with strong safeguarding culture.
• Benefits: pounds per session (DOE) plus NHS pension; annual leave: 6 weeks plus 1 week study (pro-rata); indemnity & GMC fees paid.