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Reference: A0708-26-0001
Job summary
Mitcheldean Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GP to join our established and welcoming team for 4 sessions per week, working Thursdays and Fridays.
This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who is passionate about providing high-quality patient care and wishes to work within a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking practice.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:
- Undertake a mix of face-to-face, telephone and online consultations.
- Assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
- Provide safe, high-quality care in line with current clinical guidance and practice policies.
- Participate in clinical administration associated with patient care.
- Work collaboratively with the wider practice team and external healthcare professionals.
- Contribute to the continued development of services within the practice.
About us
Mitcheldean Surgery is a well-established 4 Partner GP practice serving the local community in the Forest of Dean. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, patient-centred care while supporting the wellbeing and professional development of our staff.
We work closely with our multidisciplinary team and wider Primary Care Network colleagues to provide comprehensive healthcare services to our patients.
Details
Date posted
19 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0708-26-0001
Job locations
Brook Street
Mitcheldean
Gloucestershire
GL17 0AU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To manage a patient caseload in a primary care setting and provide high-quality, patient-centred medical care to registered and temporary patients.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Conduct face-to-face and telephone consultations.
- Undertake home visits and visits to nursing and learning disability homes.
- Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients' healthcare needs.
- Develop care plans in line with practice protocols.
- Screen patients for illness and risk factors.
- Provide health education and counselling.
- Refer patients to appropriate services when required.
- Admit and discharge patients from the caseload.
- Review blood results and provide cover for absent GP colleagues.
Prescribing and Record Keeping
- Issue acute and repeat prescriptions.
- Prescribe in accordance with practice formularies and clinical guidance.
- Maintain accurate, clear, and timely clinical records.
- Collect audit data and contribute to clinical governance activities.
- Assist with patient record summarising and clinical coding.
Communication and Team Working
- Treat all patients with dignity, respect, and professionalism.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, carers, and external agencies.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary team working.
- Participate in practice meetings and service improvement initiatives.
Quality and Governance
- Support quality improvement and risk management.
- Comply with GMS contract and QOF requirements.
- Follow all practice policies and procedures.
- Manage workload, time, and resources effectively.
- Contribute to audits and evidence-based practice.
Training and Development
- Participate in mandatory and ongoing training.
- Maintain continuing professional development (CPD).
- Take part in annual appraisal and performance reviews.
- Support the learning and development of colleagues where appropriate.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Treat everyone fairly and without discrimination.
- Respect the rights, dignity, beliefs, and needs of patients and colleagues.
- Promote an inclusive and non-judgemental environment.
Confidentiality and Information Governance
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, staff, and practice information.
- Comply with Data Protection, Caldicott principles, and Freedom of Information requirements.
- Ensure secure handling, storage, and disposal of sensitive information.
Health and Safety
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
- Identify and report health and safety risks.
- Use personal protective equipment appropriately.
- Maintain safe and tidy working environments.
Facilities and Security
- Understand and follow building security procedures, including alarm systems.
Review Clause
The job description may be amended as services and organisational requirements develop and will be reviewed through the annual appraisal process.
Core Competencies Evidenced by the Role
- Clinical decision-making
- Patient assessment and diagnosis
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Leadership and professional accountability
- Time management and organisation
- Confidentiality and information governance
- Quality improvement and clinical governance
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To manage a patient caseload in a primary care setting and provide high-quality, patient-centred medical care to registered and temporary patients.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Conduct face-to-face and telephone consultations.
- Undertake home visits and visits to nursing and learning disability homes.
- Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients' healthcare needs.
- Develop care plans in line with practice protocols.
- Screen patients for illness and risk factors.
- Provide health education and counselling.
- Refer patients to appropriate services when required.
- Admit and discharge patients from the caseload.
- Review blood results and provide cover for absent GP colleagues.
Prescribing and Record Keeping
- Issue acute and repeat prescriptions.
- Prescribe in accordance with practice formularies and clinical guidance.
- Maintain accurate, clear, and timely clinical records.
- Collect audit data and contribute to clinical governance activities.
- Assist with patient record summarising and clinical coding.
Communication and Team Working
- Treat all patients with dignity, respect, and professionalism.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, carers, and external agencies.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary team working.
- Participate in practice meetings and service improvement initiatives.
Quality and Governance
- Support quality improvement and risk management.
- Comply with GMS contract and QOF requirements.
- Follow all practice policies and procedures.
- Manage workload, time, and resources effectively.
- Contribute to audits and evidence-based practice.
Training and Development
- Participate in mandatory and ongoing training.
- Maintain continuing professional development (CPD).
- Take part in annual appraisal and performance reviews.
- Support the learning and development of colleagues where appropriate.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Treat everyone fairly and without discrimination.
- Respect the rights, dignity, beliefs, and needs of patients and colleagues.
- Promote an inclusive and non-judgemental environment.
Confidentiality and Information Governance
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, staff, and practice information.
- Comply with Data Protection, Caldicott principles, and Freedom of Information requirements.
- Ensure secure handling, storage, and disposal of sensitive information.
Health and Safety
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
- Identify and report health and safety risks.
- Use personal protective equipment appropriately.
- Maintain safe and tidy working environments.
Facilities and Security
- Understand and follow building security procedures, including alarm systems.
Review Clause
The job description may be amended as services and organisational requirements develop and will be reviewed through the annual appraisal process.
Core Competencies Evidenced by the Role
- Clinical decision-making
- Patient assessment and diagnosis
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Leadership and professional accountability
- Time management and organisation
- Confidentiality and information governance
- Quality improvement and clinical governance
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of continued professional development
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- Experience of medicines management
- Experience of ICB initiatives
- General understanding of the primary care contact
- Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
- Full GMC registration
- National Performers List registration (England)
- Independent prescriber
- Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
- Evidence of current validation Evidence of last appraisal
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of continued professional development
- Experience of QOF and clinical audit
- Experience of medicines management
- Experience of ICB initiatives
- General understanding of the primary care contact
- Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
- Full GMC registration
- National Performers List registration (England)
- Independent prescriber
- Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
- Evidence of current validation Evidence of last appraisal
- Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
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 (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Mitcheldean Surgery
Address
Brook Street
Mitcheldean
Gloucestershire
GL17 0AU
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Mitcheldean Surgery
Address
Brook Street
Mitcheldean
Gloucestershire
GL17 0AU
United Kingdom