Salaried GP in Horsham

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Salaried GP to join our friendly and supportive practice team for 6-8 sessions per week. The role is based across Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, providing consistency for both patients and colleagues within our established clinical team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, high-performing training practice that values teamwork, innovation and high-quality patient care. We offer 15-minute appointments, a low home visiting workload and strong multidisciplinary support to enable the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care. We welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced GPs and are keen to support the development of individual clinical interests. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and approachable team committed to maintaining an excellent work-life balance while providing outstanding care to our patients.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care through face-to-face, telephone and online consultations. Duties will include assessing, diagnosing and managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, reviewing results and clinical correspondence, undertaking occasional home visits, and referring patients appropriately. The post holder will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contribute to practice development, quality improvement and QOF activities, and participate in clinical meetings and continuing professional development.

About us

We are a friendly, high-performing and well-established GP training practice located in the beautiful West Sussex countryside, serving over 11,500 patients in the thriving market town of Horsham. Our recently refurbished premises provide modern consulting rooms and excellent facilities for both patients and staff. We are a supportive and collaborative team comprising 2 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, a Clinical Pharmacist, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistant and an experienced management and administrative team. We are a GP training practice and regularly host Foundation and GP Specialty Trainees, fostering a culture of learning, development and clinical excellence. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality patient care while maintaining a positive and supportive working environment. We offer 15-minute appointments, have a low home visiting workload, and make full use of modern technology including TPP SystmOne, Ardens, Accurx and eConsult. We also provide a range of enhanced services, including microsuction and women's health clinics. Located within easy reach of London, Gatwick Airport and the South Coast, Horsham offers excellent schools, vibrant local amenities and access to the South Downs National Park. We are committed to staff wellbeing, work-life balance and fostering a workplace culture where colleagues feel valued, supported and able to thrive.

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary medical services to the practice population, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and compassionate care. They will contribute to the ongoing development of the practice and support the delivery of excellent clinical outcomes and patient experience. Responsibilities will include undertaking face-to-face, telephone and online consultations for patients presenting with acute and chronic medical conditions; assessing, diagnosing, treating and managing patients in accordance with current clinical guidelines and best practice; prescribing safely and appropriately within national and local prescribing guidance; reviewing and actioning pathology results, investigations and clinical correspondence in a timely manner; and making appropriate referrals to secondary care, community services and other healthcare providers. The post holder will undertake home visits when clinically required, maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using the practice clinical system, and work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated patient care. They will contribute to the management of patients with long-term conditions and preventative healthcare needs, participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audit and QOF-related activities, and support the achievement of practice objectives and contractual requirements. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in clinical meetings, practice meetings and educational events, contribute to the teaching and support of medical students, Foundation Doctors and GP Trainees where appropriate, and engage in mandatory training and continuing professional development activities. They will also support the practice's clinical governance processes through the reporting and review of significant events, incidents and complaints in line with practice policies. The post holder will maintain full GMC registration and a licence to practise, work in accordance with GMC Good Medical Practice guidance, and maintain professional competence through appraisal, revalidation and continuing professional development. They will adhere to practice policies, safeguarding procedures, information governance standards and all relevant professional and statutory requirements. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the role following discussion with the Partners and Practice Management Team.

Person Specification

• Fully qualified General Practitioner with inclusion on the GMC GP Register and a current licence to practise.
• Evidence of completion of GP Specialty Training (or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Excellent clinical assessment, diagnostic and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage workload effectively.
• Commitment to clinical governance, patient safety and continuous quality improvement.
• Commitment to continuing professional development, appraisal and revalidation requirements.
• Good IT skills and the ability to use electronic clinical systems.
• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and information governance requirements.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to the wider practice team.
• Experience of working in UK General Practice.
• Experience of using TPP SystmOne.
• Experience of working within a GP training practice.
• Understanding of the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and primary care contractual requirements.
• Experience of clinical audit, quality improvement or service development activities.
• Experience in delivering enhanced services within primary care.
• Commitment to innovation and service improvement within 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.