GP Partner

Ferndown, Dorset
Permanent
Part-time

1 month ago

Are you an enthusiastic and forward-thinking GP looking for a new challenge? Orchid House Surgery is seeking a dedicated 6 sessionGP Partner to join our innovative, supportive, and high-performing team. About UsWe are a friendly, well-established practice caring for a list of over 9,000 patients in the heart of Dorset. Our dynamic, patient-centred approach is matched by our commitment to staff wellbeing, development, and sustainable general practice.Main duties of the job

To deliver high quality care to our patient population
Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidelines
Effective management of long-term conditions
Processing of administration in a timely manner
Telephone triage and duty doctor roles on a rotational basis
Contribute to the effective management of the practice

About usWhat We OfferA collaborative and progressive working environmentHigh QOF achievement and consistently positive patient feedbackSupportive and experienced multi-disciplinary team, including ANPs, pharmacists, and paramedicsSystmOne clinical systemActive involvement in our Primary Care Network and wider system transformation workOpportunities for leadership, teaching, and specialist interestsTransparent and equitable Partnership structureDetailsDate posted23 July 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experience Partnership drawings each month are provided by our accountantsContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference numberA1922-25-0000Job locationsSt. Marys RoadFerndownDorsetBH22 9HBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe following are the core responsibilities of the GP partner. 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 populationb. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contractc. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidanced. Effective management of long-term conditionse. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasksf. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor rolesg. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidanceh. Contribute to the effective management of the practice, including administration, planning, strategy, BRPs etc.i. Show leadership qualities, working collaboratively, ensuring an even distribution of the practice workloadj. Identify, implement and embed best practice through clinical guidelines and the audit processk. To take responsibility for continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practicel. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOFm. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as requiredn. Represent the practice at ICB and regional meetingso. Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HRp. Ensure compliance with the appraisal processq. Prepare and complete the revalidation processr. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice teams. Contribute to the training of medical students from all clinical disciplinest. Remain fully focused on the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditureu. Prepare and attend partnership meetings contributing in a positive mannerv. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all timesw. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe following are the core responsibilities of the GP partner. 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 populationb. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contractc. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidanced. Effective management of long-term conditionse. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasksf. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor rolesg. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidanceh. Contribute to the effective management of the practice, including administration, planning, strategy, BRPs etc.i. Show leadership qualities, working collaboratively, ensuring an even distribution of the practice workloadj. Identify, implement and embed best practice through clinical guidelines and the audit processk. To take responsibility for continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practicel. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOFm. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as requiredn. Represent the practice at ICB and regional meetingso. Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HRp. Ensure compliance with the appraisal processq. Prepare and complete the revalidation processr. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice teams. Contribute to the training of medical students from all clinical disciplinest. Remain fully focused on the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditureu. Prepare and attend partnership meetings contributing in a positive mannerv. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all timesw. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all timesPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential

Qualified GP
MRCGP
Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
Full GMC Registration
National Performers List registration
Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Experience of working in a primary care environment
Experience of continued professional development
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
General understanding of the GMS contract
Strong IT skills
Clear, polite telephone manner
Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
SystmOne user skills
Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Excellent interpersonal skills
Problem solving & analytical skills
Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
Experience with clinical risk management
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 utilises resources
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
Occupational Health Clearance
Project lead as required with CQC, ICB and QOF
Strategic business planning
Partake in financial management decisions/meetings

Desirable

Experience of QOF and clinical audit
Minimum of two years as a salaried GP or partner
Experience of medicines management
Experience of ICB initiatives

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

Qualified GP
MRCGP
Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
Full GMC Registration
National Performers List registration
Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
Experience of working in a primary care environment
Experience of continued professional development
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
General understanding of the GMS contract
Strong IT skills
Clear, polite telephone manner
Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
SystmOne user skills
Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
Excellent interpersonal skills
Problem solving & analytical skills
Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
Experience with clinical risk management
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 utilises resources
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
Occupational Health Clearance
Project lead as required with CQC, ICB and QOF
Strategic business planning
Partake in financial management decisions/meetings

Desirable

Experience of QOF and clinical audit
Minimum of two years as a salaried GP or partner
Experience of medicines management
Experience of ICB initiatives

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