Salaried GP in Birmingham

Harlequin Surgery is looking to recruit a motivated and compassionate Salaried GP to become part of our welcoming and supportive practice team.

Based in Shard End, Birmingham, we provide care to a varied local community and are committed to delivering safe, effective and patient-centred general practice.

Our team includes experienced GPs, nursing staff and administrative colleagues who work closely together to support both patients and clinicians.

The role would suit a GP who is keen to work in a friendly primary care environment, with good clinical support, manageable home visiting commitments and the opportunity to contribute to the future development of the practice.

Newly qualified GPs, including doctors completing training in August 2026, are encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the role

• Undertake routine GP consultations, both face-to-face and remotely where appropriate.
• Assess, diagnose and manage a broad range of acute and long‑term conditions.
• Provide continuity of care for patients within the practice population.
• Support the management of chronic disease and preventative health work.
• Make appropriate referrals and work with local community and secondary care services.
• Prescribe safely and in line with current guidance and practice policies.
• Work closely with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, administrative staff and other members of the wider primary care team.
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and service development.
• Attend practice meetings, clinical discussions and educational sessions where required.
• Opportunities for further involvement
• Take an interest or lead in specific clinical areas.
• Support long‑term condition reviews and improvement projects.
• Contribute to enhanced services and local primary care initiatives.
• Support teaching, supervision or staff development where appropriate.
• Help develop services in line with the needs of our patients and the local community.
• Main Purpose of the Role

The successful candidate will work as part of the clinical team to support the Practice Partners in delivering safe, effective and patient‑centred primary care.

The role will involve managing a broad range of presentations in general practice and contributing to the ongoing development of services for our local patient population.

The post-holder may also have the opportunity to develop or lead on areas of clinical interest, support long‑term condition management, contribute to prescribing and quality improvement work, and participate in enhanced services, patient engagement and health promotion initiatives.

• Clinical Responsibilities
• Provide general medical services to patients presenting with a wide range of acute, chronic, undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions.
• Make professional and autonomous clinical decisions in relation to patients presenting directly or referred by other members of the practice team.
• Assess patients’ healthcare needs and formulate appropriate management plans.
• Identify risk factors and early signs of illness through appropriate screening, assessment and clinical judgement.
• Work with patients to develop care plans in line with current clinical guidance and practice protocols.
• Provide appropriate health advice, counselling and education to support patients in managing their health and wellbeing.
• Refer patients to other healthcare professionals, community services or secondary care providers where clinically appropriate.
• Record clear, accurate and contemporaneous consultation notes in accordance with professional and practice standards.
• Support data collection, audit activity and quality improvement work where required.
• Issue acute and repeat prescriptions safely and appropriately, using electronic prescribing systems wherever possible.
• Prescribe in accordance with local guidance, the practice prescribing policy and evidence‑based practice.
• Ensure that any private work undertaken, including medical reports, insurance forms and private letters, is appropriately recorded and accounted for in line with practice procedures.
• Undertake the usual duties and responsibilities expected of a GP working in a primary care setting.
• Other Practice Responsibilities
• Work in accordance with Harlequin Surgery policies and procedures, including those relating to prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, safeguarding, infection control and health and safety.
• Maintain a commitment to continuing professional development, reflective practice and evidence-based care.
• Contribute to audit, clinical governance, quality improvement and service development within the practice.
• Support the effective use of electronic patient records and accurate clinical coding.
• Contribute to the summarising and maintenance of patient records where appropriate.
• Attend relevant practice meetings, training sessions and educational events as required.
• Support, mentor or provide guidance to other members of the practice team where appropriate and within the scope of the role.
• Confidentiality and Data Protection

The post-holder must maintain the highest standards of confidentiality at all times.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, staff members or the business of the practice must only be accessed, used or shared where appropriate and in accordance with practice policies, data protection legislation and professional obligations.

All information obtained during the course of employment must be treated as confidential and must not be disclosed to unauthorised persons.

Any breach of confidentiality may be treated as a disciplinary matter.

• Health and Safety
• Follow practice health and safety policies and procedures.
• Use workplace security systems and processes appropriately.
• Identify and manage risks associated with work activities.
• Keep knowledge and skills up to date through relevant training.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean and tidy working environment.
• Report any risks, hazards or concerns in accordance with practice procedures.
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Act in a way that respects peoples rights and is consistent with practice policies and current legislation.
• Treat patients, carers and colleagues with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Behave in a professional, inclusive and non‑judgemental manner.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to the diverse needs and circumstances of the practice population.
• Personal and Professional Development
• Maintain professional registration and meet all requirements for appraisal, revalidation and continuing professional development.
• Participate in any practice-based appraisal, review or training programme relevant to the role.
• Take responsibility for maintaining an up-to-date record of personal and professional development.
• Keep clinical knowledge and skills current through appropriate learning, training and reflection.
• Support learning and development within the team where appropriate.
• Quality and Governance
• Raise concerns relating to quality, safety or risk where appropriate.
• Take responsibility for their own clinical performance and professional standards.
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