Job summary
We're looking for qualified, experienced, and motivated General Practitioners to join our multidisciplinary team at the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC), co-located with the Emergency Department at Colchester Hospital. Ideal candidate will have experience working in both Primary and Secondary care, ideally within the Emergency Department or specialist interest in Urgent and Emergency Care and have experience in the management of both illness and injury in Adults and Children.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment alongside Paramedics, Nurse Practitioners, ACPs, Nurses, and HCAs.
Shift Availability: 07:0000:00, 7 days a week (including weekends and Bank Holidays). This role will be recruited to on a 3 year fixed-term contract.
Main duties of the job
- Provide same-day care for minor injuries and illnesses in both adults and children (from birth).
- Work closely with Emergency Department colleagues to enhance clinical skills and patient care.
- Deliver safe, timely, and effective treatment independently.
- Refer patients to specialties for ongoing care and specialist opinion when necessary.
- Support and lead the multidisciplinary team in clinical decision-making.
About us
We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England. Our scale provides exciting opportunities for development, innovation, research, education and training.
Why work with us?
- Flexible shifts to suit your schedule
- Opportunities for professional development
- Support from ED consultants on-site
- A chance to make a real impact in urgent care
If you're passionate about urgent and emergency care and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£76,038 to £114,743 a year Based on BMA Guidelines and dependent on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
28962
Job locations
Turner Road
Colchester
Essex
CO4 5JL
Employer details
Employer name
Primary Care Careers
Address
Turner Road
Colchester
Essex
CO4 5JL
Employer's website
https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
enquiries@eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk
01206918760