Salaried GP - Maternity Cover
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Helston, TR12 7DQ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 30 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Job description / Job responsibilities The successful GP will work as part of our clinical team to provide safe, effective and compassionate care to our registered population. In accordance with the agreed practice timetable, responsibilities will include: Clinical responsibilities Providing high quality consultations via face to face, telephone and online appointments Assessing and managing patients with acute illness, chronic disease and undifferentiated symptoms Making appropriate clinical decisions regarding diagnosis, investigation, treatment and onward referral Managing patients with complex and multiple longterm conditions Providing preventative care and health promotion as part of routine clinical work Prescribing safely and effectively in line with current guidance and local formulary Providing continuity of care wherever possible Teamwork and communication Working closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, including nurses, HCAs, pharmacists, social prescribers and administrative staff Participating in practice and clinical meetings Communicating effectively with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive, collaborative working environment Working flexibly across all four practice sites as required Seeking advice and support appropriately and recognising professional limitations Clinical governance and development Participating in clinical audit and quality improvement activity Contributing to significant event reviews and shared learning within the practice Supporting clinical governance and the development and implementation of practice policies and protocols Contributing to service development and improvements in patient care Maintaining professional knowledge and skills through continuing professional development Participating in appraisal and revalidation General responsibilities Maintaining confidentiality and complying with information governance and data protection requirements Complying with practice policies, including those relating to prescribing, safeguarding, health and safety, and infection prevention and control Working within GMC guidance and the principles of Good Medical Practice Maintaining appropriate medical indemnity Undertaking other reasonable duties consistent with the role of a GP within the practice