Salaried GP (Maternity Cover) in Worcester

We are seeking a motivated and caring Salaried GP to join our friendly, well-supported practice to provide maternity leave cover. The role is for 6 sessions per week with a minimum commitment of 10 months, with the possibility of a temporary extension.

We are a GMS practice based in the City of Worcester which is vibrant and historic with great motorway access and excellent housing. We pride ourselves in modern high-quality care with great patient continuity whilst maintaining traditional values.

Main duties of the job

The Salaried GP will provide high-quality, patient-centred medical care to the practice population. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post-holder will manage a range of clinical conditions, contribute to practice targets, and support the ongoing development of services. The role involves routine clinical duties, duty doctor sessions (as agreed), and contribution to practice governance.

About us

We recognise the increasing pressures faced by GPs and practice staff and are constantly striving to ensure that our staff members have a good work-life balance to create an enjoyable and sustainable working environment. Our team currently comprises six GP Partners, eight Salaried GPs, two ANPs and a Clinical Pharmacist, who benefit from a supportive and forward-thinking Management and Practice Team.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide consultations, diagnoses and treatments for patients presenting with a wide range of undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
• Deliver face-to-face, telephone, and digital consultations.
• Undertake home visits when clinically necessary.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions in line with best practice and clinical guidelines.
• Review, prescribe and manage repeat prescriptions appropriately.
• Provide clinical care and follow-up for patients with long-term conditions.
• Support safe and effective management of urgent, on-the-day demand during duty doctor sessions (as agreed).
• Interpret and act on test results, letters, and clinical documentation.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous medical records.

Clinical Governance & Quality

• Contribute to Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) targets.
• Participate in audit, significant event reviews, and clinical meetings.
• Adhere to practice policies, clinical guidelines, and safeguarding procedures.
• Support CQC compliance and quality improvement initiatives.

Teamworking & Communication

• Work collaboratively with GP partners, salaried GPs, nurses, pharmacists, HCAs, and administrative staff.
• Contribute to MDT meetings and clinical discussions.
• Provide advice and support to colleagues when required.

Education & Training

• Participate in CPD to meet GMC revalidation requirements.
• Engage in in-house training sessions, appraisals, and peer review.
• Support trainees or students if involved in a training practice.

Place of Work

The main place of work will be based at Haresfield Surgery, but there may be occasional times where travel is required to the practice's branch Surgery in Kempsey.

Health & Safety

Working within a healthcare environment, the post-holder must take responsibility for their own and others' health, safety and security.

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

Equality and Diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues.

Personal/Professional Development

The post-holder will participate in any training program implemented by the Practice as part of this employment.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice.

Communication

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team.

Person Specification

• Fully trained GP
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice in General Practice
• A good understanding of GMS contracting requirements and the operation of the Quality Outcome Framework process (QOF)
• Flexible and open to innovation
• Proven organisational skills
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Understand the importance of patient confidentiality
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Clean Driving Licence to carry out home visits

Experience

• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Can maintain accurate and comprehensive consultation records
• Proven PC skills including MS Word, MS Excel and Email
• Able to work in a changing environment and implement change when applicable to provide high quality health outcomes
• Have a flexible approach to the needs of the practice and be a great team player
• Must be an excellent communicator with a passion for exceptional patient care

Knowledge

• Excellent clinical assessment and consultation skills
• Knowledge of CQC, infection control and safeguarding procedures
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.