Salaried GP with a view to Partnership in Hemel Hempstead

We are looking for a GP to complement our friendly team of partners and salaried GPs providing quality care to a list of nearly 15,000 patients. We have an opportunity for a GP interested in a 6-session salaried position with a view to partnership in our respected, forward-thinking training practice. We have developed a hub model that separates out on the day from routine GP care. We aim to provide good online and face-to-face access for patients with urgent problems while also providing continuity for those with more complex needs.

As part of our multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will contribute to delivering comprehensive healthcare to our diverse patient population. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing patients with acute and chronic conditions
• Offering preventive health services
• Conducting medication reviews
• Collaborating on personalised care planning

We are looking for a GP with excellent communication skills, strong clinical expertise, and a commitment to a patient-centred approach. General Practice is hard work, but we aim to provide high-quality care while sustaining a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to training and career development for GPs, nurses, and our growing team of allied health care practitioners.

Main duties of the job:

• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the practice.
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.
• Prescribing in accordance with the local ICB prescribing formulary whenever this is clinically appropriate.
• Completing the necessary checks and recording appropriate data to support the practice in meeting QoF and other local health targets, attaining GMS contract quality points.

About us:

Everest House Surgery is a patient-focused healthcare practice dedicated to delivering exceptional medical care to our diverse community. Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced GPs and practice nurses, a minor illness team comprising prescribing nurse practitioners, paramedics, as well as a mental health worker, first contact practitioners, a clinical pharmacist, and highly efficient administrative staff. Together, we collaborate to ensure the best possible health outcomes for our patients through a holistic and integrated approach to care.

We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where both staff and patients feel valued, respected, and empowered. Our practice is driven by professionalism, teamwork, and a shared commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence in healthcare delivery.

At Everest House Surgery, we are dedicated to the growth and well-being of our team members. We offer ample opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and skills enhancement, all within a setting that strongly prioritises work-life balance. Open communication and mutual respect are at the core of our practice culture, creating a positive, collaborative, and fulfilling workplace.

Joining Everest House Surgery means becoming part of a team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients while fostering a rewarding and supportive professional environment.

Job responsibilities:

• You will manage your own patient list based on 6 sessions per week and take part in our hub triaging eConsultations.
• Lunchtime clinical/training meetings are held weekly to facilitate MDT discussion and peer support.
• Morning coffee gives you the opportunity to meet peers and the wider clinical team.
• Role development and training is encouraged and supported.
• Surgery start times can be flexible, but the post holder should normally be available between 8.00am and 6.00pm on each working day.
• You will perform comprehensive clinical examinations and assessments, addressing both physiological and psychological needs, and developing care plans with timely referrals in accordance with practice, PCN, and local guidelines.
• Prescribing independently within your scope of practice, you will adhere to local or national prescribing guidelines while promoting health strategies that empower patients to adopt healthier lifestyles and embrace self-care.
• Responsibilities also include managing administrative tasks such as responding to queries, handling repeat prescriptions, reviewing patient test results, and preparing referral letters or correspondence in a timely manner.
• You will oversee clinical management, initiate investigations, review results, and refer patients to secondary care or other providers as appropriate, while developing treatment plans that align with disease management protocols and NICE guidelines.
• The role may require participation in hub triage sessions or extended hours (7:30 am - 8:00 am, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm during the week and am on Saturdays).
• Additionally, you will collaborate with other health and social care providers to ensure integrated services, maintain accurate patient records, support clinical and administrative staff to meet high standards and targets, and engage in role reviews to align with evolving service needs.

Person Specification:

• Qualification and Registration: GMC registration with a license to practice in the UK; MRCGP qualification or equivalent.
• Clinical Expertise: Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality, evidence-based clinical care for acute and chronic conditions; proficiency in conducting comprehensive patient assessments and developing appropriate care plans; competence in prescribing independently within scope of practice and in adherence to national and local guidelines; experience in promoting preventive care and supporting patients in self-management.
• Patient-Centered Approach: Commitment to delivering care that respects and responds to the individual needs and values of patients; ability to foster trust and build rapport with a diverse patient population.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals; willingness to contribute to integrated care pathways and collaborative service delivery.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex medical information in an accessible way; capability to manage sensitive discussions with empathy and professionalism.
• Organisational Skills: Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment; competence in managing administrative tasks such as patient records, referrals, and correspondence.
• Adaptability and Commitment to Development: Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and adapt to evolving healthcare roles; flexibility to participate in on-call sessions and extended hours as required; familiarity with clinical IT systems and electronic patient records; ability to use technology effectively to enhance patient care and streamline workflows.
• Knowledge of ARRS Framework: Understanding of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) and its role in enhancing primary care services.
• Commitment to NHS Values: Alignment with the core values of the NHS, including respect, compassion, and dedication to improving health outcomes.

Postgraduate qualifications in areas such as diabetes care, women's health, mental health, and palliative care are desirable. Teaching or mentoring qualifications for GPs involved in training registrars or medical students are also beneficial. Understanding the needs of vulnerable patient groups and experience working to achieve Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) standards is important.

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.

Depending on experience, the sessional rate is £11,500 to £12,500.