GP Salaried – maternity cover

Job summary

We have a vacancy for a 6-session salaried GP to join our team at Northbourne Medical Centre, Shoreham to cover maternity leave until October 2026.  Applications from both experienced and newly qualified GPs welcome.

To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Effective management of long-term conditions
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
• Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF
• Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Prepare and complete the revalidation process
• Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines
• Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure
• Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times
• Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

Requirements

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Full GMC registration
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

About us

Adur Health Partnership in Shoreham-by-Sea and Southwick is situated just 15 minutes from the vibrant city of Brighton, close to both the seaside and the South Downs, making it an ideal place to live and work.

Benefits package

• BMA Safe Working Practice with opportunities for hybrid working
• Total triage model – duty and triaging will be included as part of your weekly sessions
• Greener practice – we are proud to have received the Gold Impact Award in 2024
• Training practice and approved PCN clinical learning environment, unique in West Sussex
• Supportive in-house GP network, with daily huddles and regular structured meetings, plus monthly evening educational and peer support meetings
• Choice of 6 or 7 weeks annual leave (salary prorated), plus 1 week study leave
• Additional roles/portfolio work encouraged and supported
• Skilled nursing, HCA and Phlebotomy team
• Support from GP assistants, First contact practitioner, Clinical pharmacists, Pharmacy technicians, and Care coordinators
• Dedicated QOF, Workflow and Clinical admin teams, effectively reducing administrative burden
• Experienced and stable partnership, supported by an executive management team
• Excellent locality and ICB relationships
• Hugely supportive Patient engagement group, and Practice champions who support collaborative practice activities with the aim of reducing the number of visits to GPs from frequent attenders, who would benefit more from a social encounter