Job summary
The practice is looking to recruit 1 salaried GP's to cover maternity leave.
The post will be required to cover 5 to 6 sessions (Monday, Thursday and Friday) from November 2026.
We are a supportive practice located in Preston, Lancashire.
Newly qualified GPs are welcome to apply.
Closing date: 13 November 2026
Main duties of the job
- Surgery consultations, these will be undertaken using a variety of methods with the preference for consultations being face to face
- Home visits including supporting palliative patients
- Participation in the on call / duty rota and staying at least one day per week until 18.30
- Checking and signing repeat prescriptions
- Dealing with general queries
- Dealing with paperwork and correspondence
- Good organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills, clear and effective
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Initiative to work on their own
- Good IT skills
- Committed to providing quality and patient satisfaction
- Team worker
About us
The practice is able to offer an opportunity to join our well established practice in the Preston. There are three surgery sites and there a mixed patient demographic which gives variety. We are a training practice with a supportive, team in an encouraging working environment. The sessions will predominantly based at our Park View Site on Ribblesdale Place, Preston
We are a patient focused surgery with a high QOF achievement and strong links with our Primary Care Network. The position advertised to complement our diverse team.
The clinical platform is EMIS web complimented by Accurix
We are a GMS practice with a strong clinical and admin teams. The established team includes, 2 GP partners, 10 salaried doctors, 6 ANP, 4 practice nurses, 5 HCA / GPA; 4 pharmacists
The business and back-office functions are supported by an experienced Managers and a large pool of admin and reception staff.
Details
Date posted: 27 October 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Locum
Duration: 9 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: A1816-26-0013
Job responsibilities
- Delivery of highly effective medical care to the local population utilising face to face consultation with the ability to undertake video and telephone where appropriate
- The provision of services in-line with the GMS contract and the local ICB initiatives
- Prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
- Management of long‑term conditions
- Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
- Undertake duty doctor roles on an agreed basis
- Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
- Working collaboratively participating practice workload
- Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
- Follow practice protocols and policies at all times
Person Specification
Essential
- Qualified GP
- Full GMC Registration
- National Performers list registration England
- Competent time management and organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working
- Interest and evidence of CPD
- Good communication skills
- Self motivated and enthusiastic
- Dependable
- Team Orientated
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Focused and pro‑active
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
Desirable
- Evidence of last appraisal
- Ability to work in teams and individually in challenging circumstances
- Practice development skills
- Audit and research skills
- Interest in developing a specialist area
- Knowledge of EMIS / Accurx / ICE
- Interest in medical education
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. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name: Park Medical Practice
Employer's website: https://parkmedicalpractice.com/
For questions about the job, contact:
Business Manager Louise Fowler
louise.fowler2@nhs.net
01772970150
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Contact Details:
Park Medical Practice, Preston Recruitment Team
