Job Description
Job summary
Portishead Medical Group is a well-established, 5-partner practice serving a population of approximately 17,500 patients. Based in Portishead, North Somerset, close to Bristol, we are recognised for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a supportive and well-organised environment. The practice is CQC rated Good.
We operate a total triage model, enabling effective demand management and ensuring patients are directed to the most appropriate clinician first time. This supports safe workload, good continuity of care, and effective use of the wider clinical team.
We are located in a large, purpose-built health centre in the centre of Portishead, with a new community pharmacy immediately adjacent to the practice. The practice also benefits from an extensive garden, used by staff for coffee and lunch breaks and shared with the local community for growing produce and developing gardening skills.
We are seeking a motivated and committed Salaried GP for a fixed-term maternity leave cover, working 4 sessions per week. Applicant must be able to work 2 sessions on a Friday. The post is offered on a fixed-term basis, with some flexibility around job planning within those sessions.
Appointments are 15 minutes as standard, delivered through a mix of remote and face-to-face consultations, supported by clear systems and strong administrative processes.
Main duties of the job
Deliver safe, effective GP consultations - remote and face-to-face
Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
Promote prevention, risk reduction and continuity of care
Arrange referrals and investigations as clinically appropriate
Maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date clinical records
Participate in duty/on-call sessions on a pro rata basis
Contribute to teaching, learning and clinical governance
Work in accordance with GMC Good Medical Practice
Job description
The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
b. The provision of services commensurate with the PMS contract
c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance.
d. Effective management of long-term conditions
e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks.
f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles.
g. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy, and guidance.
h. Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload.
i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process.
j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice.
k. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF.
l. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required.
m. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training.
n. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process.
o. Prepare and complete the revalidation process.
p. Commit to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team.
q. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines.
r. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure.
s. Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies.
t. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement.