GP


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Felixstowe, IP11 2XD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	16 Nov 2026

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Summary

To provide high-quality, evidence-based general medical services to the practice population, working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care. Key Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities Provide comprehensive general medical services to registered patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of acute and chronic conditions. Undertake face-to-face, telephone and online consultations, as appropriate to clinical need and practice procedures. Prescribe safely and effectively, following current guidance and practice policies. Refer patients to secondary care and other services where clinically indicated. Provide preventative healthcare, health promotion, screening and appropriate monitoring of long-term conditions. Recognise and manage urgent and emergency presentations appropriately. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and confidential clinical records using the practice clinical system. Support patients with complex needs, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team. Duty doctor sessions Minimal home visiting as a paramedic team is available Clinical lead for an aligned Care Home Quality, Safety and Governance Maintain high standards of clinical care in accordance with current professional guidance and best practice. Participate in clinical audits, significant event reviews, complaints investigations and quality improvement activities, as appropriate. Comply with safeguarding, infection prevention and control, information governance and confidentiality requirements. Work within professional competence, seeking advice or support when required. Maintain appropriate professional registration, revalidation requirements and continuing professional development. Support the achievement of relevant clinical quality standards and contractual requirements, including QOF where applicable. Teamwork and Practice Development Work collaboratively with the GP partners, nursing team, paramedics, administrative team and wider primary care colleagues. Contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive working environment. Participate in practice meetings and clinical discussions relevant to the role. Share knowledge and good practice to support the development of colleagues and the wider team. Contribute ideas and feedback to help improve patient experience, clinical processes and service delivery. Support the training and supervision of students or other healthcare professionals where appropriate and agreed. Professional Responsibilities Maintain professional standards and comply with GMC guidance and relevant legislation. Ensure inclusion on the GP Performers List Ensure compliance with practice policies, procedures and clinical protocols. Manage workload effectively, balancing patient needs with safe and sustainable working practices. Maintain patient confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries. Undertake your own administrated paperwork generated. Haven Health uses on the day AskmyGP triage system. Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the role and level of responsibility. This job description is intended as a guide to the principal duties and responsibilities of the post only.

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