General Practitioner

Company: National Health Service
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Location: Dorchester
Job Description:

Overview

In this Salaried GP role you will manage a diverse caseload in a busy primary care setting, delivering high-quality medical care to registered and temporary patients. You work as part of a collaborative team focused on quality improvement and excellent patient experience. The post offers a pathway to partnership with strong support for professional growth. You will engage in metrics-driven care and governance to sustain high standards in a picturesque Dorchester practice.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver effective medical care to the entitled population
  • Manage long-term conditions and prescribing per guidance
  • Handle administration including referrals and repeat prescriptions
  • Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with practice policies
  • Share workload collaboratively and participate in practice meetings
  • Contribute to quality initiatives, governance, and training
  • Support GP Registrars and staff development
  • Participate in audits and local service initiatives
  • Ensure data confidentiality and compliance with legal requirements
  • Prepare for appraisal, revalidation, and CPD
  • Support strategic aims of the practice and patient care improvements

Key requirements

  • Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
  • Annual appraisal and revalidation
  • General practice training (VT)
  • On medical performers list
  • Enhanced DBS check
  • UK driving licence
  • UK work permit if required
  • Medical Defence Union cover
  • Evidence of continued professional development
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Time management and prioritisation
  • Chronic disease management
  • Primary prevention & screening services
  • Clinical governance

Posted: September 14th, 2026