Salaried GP
Whitstable Medical Practice
Whitstable, CT5 3SE
Salary
£12,000
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
30 September 2026
30 days left
Job description
Join a forward-thinking, national exemplar of General practice. Rated CQC Outstanding Whitstable Medical Practice is seeking an enthusiastic and motiv...
We are looking for a GP who is:
- Enthusiastic, motivated and
forward-thinking
- A strong team player who enjoys
collaborative working
- Interested in developing specialist
interests
- Passionate about providing excellent
patient care in a supportive and innovative environment
The role consists of
- Pre triaged 15 min Face-to-face
consultations
- Dedicated built in admin time for reviewing
self-generated results and admin
- Built in breaks for coffee and lunch
- Flexibility on sessions and start
times.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The post
Holder will
- In
accordance with the practice timetable, undertake a variety of duties including
surgery consultations, urgent appointments, telephone consultations, clinical
queries, triage and clinical decision-making.
- Assess
diagnose and manage acute presentations and same day care requirements within
agreed clinical pathways.
- Make
professional and autonomous clinical decisions in relation to presenting
problems whether self-referred or referred by other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain
accurate, clear and contemporaneous computer-based consultation records in accordance
with agreed standards.
- Prescribe
in accordance with local and national prescribing guidance.
- Participate
in safeguarding processes and identify safeguarding concerns appropriately.
- Undertake
all duties expected of a GP working within primary care appropriate to the
role.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES WITHIN THE PRACTICE
The post
Holder will
- Contribute
to the teaching, support and development of doctors, nurses and wider clinical
teams where appropriate.
- Maintain
awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies and procedures
including prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety, CQC
standards and Quality and Outcomes Framework requirements.
- Demonstrate
commitment to lifelong learning, reflective practice and evidence-based
medicine.
- Maintain a
professional appraisal and development portfolio.
- Support the
development and effective use of electronic patient records.
- Attend
training, Practice meetings and events organised by the Practice or external
agencies as appropriate.
CONFIDENTIALITY
In the course
of carrying out duties, the post holder may have access to confidential
information relating to patients, carers, practice staff and other healthcare
professionals.
All such
information must be treated as strictly confidential and handled in accordance
with Practice policies, UK GDPR, Data Protection legislation and professional
obligations.
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The post
Holder will
- Maintain
continued professional development and fulfill appraisal and re-validation
- Participate
in annual performance and development reviews.
- Take
responsibility for maintaining professional registration and competency.
- Support
learning and development activities across the Practice where appropriate.
QUALITY AND CLINICAL GOVERNANCE
The post
Holder will
- Contribute
to clinical governance, quality improvement and risk management activities.
- Participate
in Significant Event Analysis and learning reviews.
- Reflect on
individual and team performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Work
collaboratively with external organisations and multidisciplinary teams.
- Effectively
manage workload, time and resources while contributing positively to team
performance.
COMMUNICATION
The post
Holder will
- Communicate
effectively and professionally with colleagues and external agencies.
- Communicate
sensitively and effectively with patients and carers.
- Recognise
and support alternative communication needs where required.
- Contribute
to effective multidisciplinary working.
CONTRIBUTION TO SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
The post
Holder will
- Apply
Practice policies, standards and guidance consistently.
- Participate
in audit and service improvement activities.
- Work with
Partners and the Management Team to achieve agreed standards, performance
measures and objectives.
- Support
implementation of new policies, procedures and service developments in line
with NHS England, the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and relevant legislation.
SAFEGUARDING
Whitstable
Medical Practice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children, young people and vulnerable adults.
All staff and
post holders are expected to understand their safeguarding responsibilities,
maintain appropriate training and act in accordance with local safeguarding
procedures and Practice policies.
Applicants must hold current UK
professional registration.
-
£12,000 per
session, per annum
- 6 to 8
sessions per week
- Permanent
position
- Non-list
holding role
- No extended
access
- No clinical
audits
- No home
visits, except in exceptional circumstances
- Highly
supportive multidisciplinary team
- Supportive
and approachable Partners
- Opportunities
to develop specialist interests and leadership responsibilities
- Structured
support and mentoring for new starters
- Flexible start
times to fit around Childcare
- Joint
Coffee breaks with colleagues
- Streamlined
workflow optimisation to reduce administrative burden.
Support
from our experienced clinical teams, including;
- Pharmacists to help with medication changes /issues
- Older Person Team who look after Nursing home
residents
- Home Visiting Team Paramedics
- Very Helpful Nursing and HCA teams
- Supportive management and administrative teams
- Exceptional secretary support, including referrals.
Our
state-of-the-art buildings provide access to a wide range of services and
Facilities, including
- In-house phlebotomy
- X-ray
- Ultrasound
- DVT diagnosis and treatment
- Minor Injury Unit
- Dermatology including our award-winning QiC Team
of the Year
- Echocardiography
- Ophthalmology
- Gynaecology
- LSI
- Minor surgery
- And many, many more ...
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work with limited supervision.
- Willingness to contribute to and participate in a peer support group.
- Good IT skills and familiarity with primary care clinical systems.
Desirable
- Understanding of the pressures faced by GPs and healthcare teams.
- Ability to offer support within a clinical team and share learning points.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified GP
- Current GMC Registration
- Appropriate representation with a recognised Medical Defence Organisation.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
13 August 2026
Last checked
17 August 2026
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