Job summary
Due to retirement, a fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our friendly practice in the
heart of the Lake District. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated GP to join our
supportive team of five GP Partners, two salaried GPs, GP Registrar, Medical Student, Nurse and Pharmacist prescribing training practice. Good range of enhanced services, including minor surgery and coil fitting
Community Hospital work. Excellent Keswick and Solway PCN and very supportive wider primary healthcare team
Links with Mountain Rescue and BASICS
Main duties of the job
All duties required of a GP governed by GMS contract include - Contribute and comply with all objectives of GMS and Enhanced Service contracts, Effective data input and coding onto EMIS clinical system, Participate in clinical audits and significant event analyses, Take an active role in practice & MDT meetings, Provide high quality teaching and support to GP Trainees and other staff in training, Be responsible for own professional development and engage fully in appraisals, Maintain confidentiality within the practice that protects patients, staff and all allied
health professionals, Clinical cover for UTC and ward at local community hospital as per rota, Support and adhere to practice health and safety policies and legislation, Ensure that all work is CQC compliant, Complete medical and other reports for patients registered with the Practice, Contribute to a maintaining a positive working environment and culture, Active involvement in the continuous improvement and development of the practice
About us
We are based in the north of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, just a 25-minute drive
from Penrith, which offers direct access to the M6 and West Coast mainline train services.
Major cities including Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Glasgow, and Edinburgh are
all within a 2.5-hour drive, each with convenient airport connections.
We are a highly respected GMS (General Medical Services) training practice with a patient
list of approximately 8,500. Registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), our most
recent full inspection took place in February 2018, when we were awarded an overall Good
rating. Dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care, the practice consistently achieves
excellent results in the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), maintaining strong and
steady performance over time.
Our catchment area covers the central semi-rural town of Keswick and its surrounding
villages. Our GPs also provide medical cover at Keswick Community Hospital, which includes an
Urgent Treatment Centre and 16 community hospital beds for step-up, step-down,
rehabilitation, and palliative care. We utilise the hospital theatre to deliver minor surgery
and family planning services locally. Enhanced access appointments are available on
Tuesday evenings (18:3020:00) and across ten weekends each year, although participation
in these sessions is not mandatory.
Job description
Job responsibilities
GP Job Description
Role: General Practitioner
Hours of Work: 4-6 sessions per week
Annual/Study Leave: 6 weeks annual leave & 1 week study leave (pro rata)
Duties & Responsibilities
All duties required of a GP governed by GMS contract
Contribute and comply with all objectives of GMS and Enhanced Service contracts
Effective data input and coding onto EMIS clinical system
Participate in clinical audits and significant event analyses
Take an active role in practice & MDT meetings
Provide high quality teaching and support to GP Trainees and other staff in training
Be responsible for own professional development and engage fully in appraisals
Maintain confidentiality within the practice that protects patients, staff and all allied
health professionals
Clinical cover for UTC and ward at local community hospital as per rota
Support and adhere to practice health and safety policies and legislation
Ensure that all work is CQC compliant
Complete medical and other reports for patients registered with the Practice
Contribute to a maintaining a positive working environment and culture
Active involvement in the continuous improvement and development of the practice
Due to retirement, we have a vacancy for a 4-6 session GP to join our team. Castlehead
Medical Centre is the only medical centre in the market town of Keswick in the Lake District
National Park. Keswick provides everything you need for a fantastic place to live and work.
Appointments are scheduled for 15 minutes, with a maximum of 12 patients per surgery.
Each session includes a balanced mix of routine and urgent appointments. Most
consultations are conducted face-to-face, and we operate a total clinician triage model
using AccuRx. Workload is shared fairly and evenly across the clinician team. We place great
importance on continuity of care and ensure protected time for regular practice meetings.
Above all, we pride ourselves on being a friendly, approachable, and sociable team!
Qualifications
Fully qualified General Practitioner (on the GP Performers List) with full GMC registration
and a current Licence to Practice, and a valid UK driving licence.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
GP Job Description
Role: General Practitioner
Hours of Work: 4-6 sessions per week
Annual/Study Leave: 6 weeks annual leave & 1 week study leave (pro rata)
Duties & Responsibilities
All duties required of a GP governed by GMS contract
Contribute and comply with all objectives of GMS and Enhanced Service contracts
Effective data input and coding onto EMIS clinical system
Participate in clinical audits and significant event analyses
Take an active role in practice & MDT meetings
Provide high quality teaching and support to GP Trainees and other staff in training
Be responsible for own professional development and engage fully in appraisals
Maintain confidentiality within the practice that protects patients, staff and all allied
health professionals
Clinical cover for UTC and ward at local community hospital as per rota
Support and adhere to practice health and safety policies and legislation
Ensure that all work is CQC compliant
Complete medical and other reports for patients registered with the Practice
Contribute to a maintaining a positive working environment and culture
Active involvement in the continuous improvement and development of the practice
Due to retirement, we have a vacancy for a 4-6 session GP to join our team. Castlehead
Medical Centre is the only medical centre in the market town of Keswick in the Lake District
National Park. Keswick provides everything you need for a fantastic place to live and work.
Appointments are scheduled for 15 minutes, with a maximum of 12 patients per surgery.
Each session includes a balanced mix of routine and urgent appointments. Most
consultations are conducted face-to-face, and we operate a total clinician triage model
using AccuRx. Workload is shared fairly and evenly across the clinician team. We place great
importance on continuity of care and ensure protected time for regular practice meetings.
Above all, we pride ourselves on being a friendly, approachable, and sociable team!
Qualifications
Fully qualified General Practitioner (on the GP Performers List) with full GMC registration
and a current Licence to Practice, and a valid UK driving licence.
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.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in UK general practice (including as a GP registrar or salaried/locum GP)
- Experience in the management of a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions across all age groups
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team, including effective communication with clinicians and administrative staff
- Experience in the use of clinical IT systems (e.g. EMIS, SystmOne, or similar) and maintaining accurate, timely clinical records
- Experience of clinical audit, significant event analysis, or quality improvement activities
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and reflective practice
Desirable
- Experience of working in a rural or semi-rural setting
- Experience in teaching, training, or mentoring medical students, trainees, or other healthcare professionals
- Experience of leadership or involvement in service development, such as pathway design, QOF achievement, or enhanced services
- Experience of dispensing practice (if applicable)
- Experience in palliative care, elderly care, or mental health
- Experience of working with PCNs or wider system partners (community nursing, social care, voluntary sector)
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- Entry on the GMC GP Register
- Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) (or equivalent)
- Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List (or eligible for inclusion prior to commencement)
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and commitment to revalidation
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area (e.g. Diploma in Family Planning, Diabetes, Minor Surgery, Dermatology, Mental Health, Womens Health)
- Experience or qualification in teaching and training (e.g. GP Trainer, Medical Student Tutor, Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education)
- Interest or qualification in leadership, quality improvement, or management (e.g. ILM or NHS Leadership Academy programmes)
- Experience or qualification in research or audit
- Additional qualifications in palliative care, care of the elderly, or chronic disease management
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in UK general practice (including as a GP registrar or salaried/locum GP)
- Experience in the management of a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions across all age groups
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team, including effective communication with clinicians and administrative staff
- Experience in the use of clinical IT systems (e.g. EMIS, SystmOne, or similar) and maintaining accurate, timely clinical records
- Experience of clinical audit, significant event analysis, or quality improvement activities
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and reflective practice
Desirable
- Experience of working in a rural or semi-rural setting
- Experience in teaching, training, or mentoring medical students, trainees, or other healthcare professionals
- Experience of leadership or involvement in service development, such as pathway design, QOF achievement, or enhanced services
- Experience of dispensing practice (if applicable)
- Experience in palliative care, elderly care, or mental health
- Experience of working with PCNs or wider system partners (community nursing, social care, voluntary sector)
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- Entry on the GMC GP Register
- Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) (or equivalent)
- Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List (or eligible for inclusion prior to commencement)
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) and commitment to revalidation
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area (e.g. Diploma in Family Planning, Diabetes, Minor Surgery, Dermatology, Mental Health, Womens Health)
- Experience or qualification in teaching and training (e.g. GP Trainer, Medical Student Tutor, Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education)
- Interest or qualification in leadership, quality improvement, or management (e.g. ILM or NHS Leadership Academy programmes)
- Experience or qualification in research or audit
- Additional qualifications in palliative care, care of the elderly, or chronic disease management
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).