General Practitioner

Leek and Biddulph PCN

Leek

Salary

—

Training post

Unknown

Trust type

Acute

Posted

7 weeks ago

About the role

We are currently looking for a GP practitioner to work 6 sessions each across the Leek practices within our PCN. To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the three x practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the contract. Furthermore, the post holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a) The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b) The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract

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c) Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

d) Effective management of long-term conditions

e) Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

f) Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

g) Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

h) Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

i) Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

j) Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training

Leek and Biddulph PCN are a group of five GP practices working together to focus on local patient care. We are a multi-disciplinary team, covering Leek and Biddulph, responsible for the healthcare of just under 50,000 patients. We are led by Dr Neil Briscoe our PCN Clinical Director and a supportive management team.

We are a very forward thinking and innovative PCN who were one of the first PCNs in North Staffordshire to convert to a Limited Company. We utilise to the full, the skills and experience of our team members which includes Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Social Prescribers and Mental Health Practitioners. We have a flexible approach to working patterns and generous terms and conditions including the NHS Pension.

We are supportive of professional development and pride ourselves on developing new roles in a collaborative and friendly environment.

Person specification

Essential

Qualified GP
MRCGP
Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Strong IT skills
Clear, polite telephone manner
Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
EMIS user skills
Effective time management (planning and organising)
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Excellent interpersonal skills
Problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
Experience with clinical risk management
Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
Occupational Health clearance
Experience of working in a primary care environment
Experience of continued professional development
Experience of QOF and clinical audit
General understanding of the primary care contract
Polite and confident
Flexible and cooperative
Motivated, forward thinker
Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
High levels of integrity and loyalty
Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Effectively utilise resources
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Desirable

Project lead as required with CQC, ICB and QOF
Experience of medicines management
Experience of ICB initiatives

27 days left to apply

Sunday, 31 May 2026

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