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Salaried GP - Maternity Leave Cover

Park Medical Practice
Preston, PR2 1JR Posted 27 October 2026 Apply by 13 November 2026
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Role description

Job summary

The practice is looking to recruit 1 salaried GP's to cover maternity leave.

The post will be required to cover 5 to 6 sessions (Monday, Thursday and Friday) from November 2026

We are a supportive practice located in Preston, Lancashire

Newly qualified GPs are welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

The locum GP will be a key member of the team with duties to include

Surgery consultations, these will be undertaken using a variety of methods with the preference for consultations being face to face

Home visits including supporting palliative patients

Participation in the on call / duty rota and staying at least one day per week until 18.30

Checking and signing repeat prescriptions

Dealing with general queries

Dealing with paperwork and correspondence

Good organisational skills

Excellent communication skills, clear and effective

Good time management skills

Ability to work under pressureInitiative to work on their own

Good IT skills

Committed to providing quality and patient satisfaction

Team worker

About us

The practice is able to offer an opportunity to join our well established practice in the Preston. There are three surgery sites and there a mixed patient demographic which gives variety. We are a training practice with a supportive, team in an encouraging working environment. The sessions will predominantly based at our Park View Site on Ribblesdale Place, Preston

We are a patient focused surgery with a high QOF achievement and strong links with our Primary Care Network. The position advertised to complement our diverse team.

The clinical platform is EMIS web complimented by Accurix

We are a GMS practice with a strong clinical and admin teams. The established team includes, 2 GP partners, 10 salaried doctors, 6 ANP, 4 practice nurses, 5 HCA / GPA; 4 pharmacists

The business and back-office functions are supported by an experienced Managers and a large pool of admin and reception staff.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Locum

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A1816-26-0013

Job locations

Cottam Lane Surgery

Cottam Lane

Preston

Lancashire

PR2 1JR

United Kingdom


Geoffrey Street

Preston

PR1 5NE

United Kingdom


Park View Surgery

Ribblesdale Place

Preston

PR1 3NA

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Delivery of highly effective medical care to the local population utilising face to face consultation with the ability to undertake video and telephone where appropriate
  • The provision of services in-line with the GMS contract and the local ICB initiatives
  • Prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
  • Management of long-term conditions
  • Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
  • Undertake duty doctor roles on an agreed basis
  • Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
  • Working collaboratively participating practice workload
  • Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
  • Follow practice protocols and policies at all times

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualified GP
  • Full GMC Registration
  • National Performers list registration England
  • Competent time management and organisational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working
  • Interest and evidence of CPD
  • Good communication skills
  • Self motivated and enthusiastic
  • Dependable
  • Team Orientated
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Focused and pro-active
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure

Desirable

  • Evidence of last appraisal
  • Ability to work in teams and individually in challenging circumstances
  • Practice development skills
  • Audit and research skills
  • Interest in developing a specialist area
  • Knowledge of EMIS / Accurx / ICE
  • Interest in medical education

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Park Medical Practice

Address

Cottam Lane Surgery

Cottam Lane

Preston

Lancashire

PR2 1JR

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://parkmedicalpractice.com/

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