Salaried GP in Mountain Ash

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GP to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking practice for 4-6 sessions per week. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established teaching practice that values continuity of care, professional development and clinician wellbeing.

At Meddygfa Glan Cynon, you will work alongside experienced GP Partners, Salaried GPs and a skilled multidisciplinary team serving a diverse and close-knit community in the Cynon Valley. We offer a collaborative working environment, opportunities to develop specialist interests, involvement in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and a working day aligned to the BMA model.

Whether you are approaching CCT or are an experienced GP looking for a supportive and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and want to be part of a practice where your contribution is valued, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide high-quality primary medical care to our patient population through a mixture of routine and urgent clinical appointments, including house calls and low frequency on call requirements. They will work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.

The role offers opportunities to develop individual clinical interests, contribute to teaching and training activities, participate in quality improvement initiatives and support the ongoing development of practice services. The successful applicant will be encouraged to work autonomously while benefiting from the support of experienced GP Partners and a welcoming clinical team.

This is a varied and rewarding position within a practice that values continuity of care, innovation and professional development.

About Us

Meddygfa Glan Cynon is a highly regarded training and teaching practice located in Mountain Ash, serving a diverse patient population across the Cynon Valley. We are proud of our strong reputation for delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care whilst maintaining a supportive and enjoyable working environment for our staff.

Our team includes five GP Partners with interests in areas such as medical education, diabetes, minor surgery, frailty and public health, supported by Salaried GPs, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Pharmacists and a wider multidisciplinary team. We are committed to teamwork, mutual respect and helping clinicians develop and thrive throughout their careers.

As a teaching practice, we are actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate education and offer opportunities to participate in teaching, supervision and professional development. We work from modern premises, use EMIS Web and electronic prescribing systems, and have a strong focus on staff wellbeing, work-life balance and maintaining a positive workplace culture, including regular team and social events.

Job responsibilities

The Salaried GP will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary medical services to the registered patients of Meddygfa Glan Cynon Surgery. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and responsive healthcare, whilst supporting the practice's commitment to continuity of care, medical education and service development.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake routine and urgent GP consultations, appointments including house calls and a low-frequency on call requirement.
• Assess, diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Prescribe safely and appropriately in line with local and national guidance.
• Make referrals to secondary care and community services where appropriate.
• Review pathology, radiology and other investigation results.
• Undertake home visits where clinically required.
• Provide advice and support to patients and carers.
• Participate in safeguarding processes for children and vulnerable adults.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS Web.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete referrals, reports, correspondence and associated clinical administration.
• Review laboratory and diagnostic results.
• Action workflow tasks within agreed timescales.
• Complete medical reports and documentation as required.

Quality and Governance

• Participate in clinical governance activities.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and audits.
• Comply with GMC standards and professional requirements.
• Maintain up to date mandatory training and appraisal requirements.
• Participate in Significant Event Analysis and learning activities.

Teaching and Training

As a Teaching Practice, Opportunities Are Available To:

• Support undergraduate medical students.
• Contribute to postgraduate GP training.
• Participate in educational activities and mentoring where appropriate.

Team Working

Work collaboratively with GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Practice Nurses, HCAs, Pharmacists and the wider multidisciplinary team. Promote a supportive and respectful working environment.

Working Pattern

4-6 sessions per week. Working day aligned to BMA recommendations. Flexible working arrangements may be considered.

About Meddygfa Glan Cynon

Meddygfa Glan Cynon is a forward-thinking, well-established teaching practice based in Mountain Ash, serving a diverse patient population within the Cynon Valley. The practice has a strong reputation for education, professional development and patient-centred care and is supported by a committed multidisciplinary team and experienced GP Partner.

Person SpecificationEssential

• Fully qualified General Practitioner.
• Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise.
• Included on the NHS Wales Performers List or eligible for inclusion.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care.

Desirable

• Interest in medical education and training.
• Experience of EMIS Web.
• Interest in developing specialist clinical areas.
• Previous experience working within UK General Practice.

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.