Job summary Symphony Healthcare Services have an exceptional opportunity for a GP to join an innovative primary care / general practice provider at our Medical Centre in Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset.
There are 3 sessions available with attractive and comprehensive remuneration package.A special interestin a particular area of healthcare would be an advantage, but a willingness toshare the load and work with our dedicated team is a must.Symphony welcomesand supports newly qualified GPs by providing a GP Mentorship Scheme andsupporting the NHS GP Fellowship Scheme so that you hit the ground running.Burnham and Berrow Medical Centreis a large, well established practice with an on-site pharmacy, which providesa wide range of services to around 15,000 patients.
We are part of SymphonyHealthcare Services, the largest GP provider in Somerset so benefit from theexperience and learning across a network of 20 practices.Burnham-on-Sea is positioned onthe edge of the Somerset levels and is home to one of the longest stretches ofsandy beach in Europe and its iconic lighthouse.
The town has retained much ofits traditional charms and hosts a number of eateries, restaurants and shops.
Burnham-on-Seaoffers something for everyone from water sports and horse riding along thebeach to exploring the nearby Mendip Hills and Quantocks.Our transport links are great too - the M5, Bristol Airport and train routes to London mean that Burnham-on-Sea is very conveniently located.
Main duties of the job As a Symphony GP, you would undertake all the clinical duties associated witha GP working in primary care, without the responsibilities and risks associatedwith being a partner.
We can offer opportunities from salaried through toemployed and consultant level GP posts depending on your experience and thelevel of responsibility you take on at the practice.
All GPs working for us are paid as Employees, unlikePartners, which means less risk for you and more time to focus on patient care.We put patients first, with our Employed and Consultant GPs working flexiblyaccording to need, so contributing to areas such as QOF, QI, training andresearch projects providing a huge amount of variety to the role.
However, our SalariedGPs have a clearly defined job plan setting out the hours of work andresponsibility and tasks associated with the role.
Through annual appraisal, we encourage career developmentand progression and are keen to support GPs who wish to extend their role, orhave specialist skills which can be utilised in primary care.
We recognise thatsome GPs will wish to stay salaried, and some will wish to assume moreresponsibility once they have found their feet and aspire to Employed orConsultant roles.
About us A medical practice with a difference - Burnham& Berrow Medical Centre take a fresh approach to supporting andinteracting with the local community.
A modern, friendly, open environmentwhere teamwork is an absolute priority.Key benefits:So that our staff achieve the life balance theydeserve, and are rewarded for their skills and experience, and flourish asindividuals, we offer:flexible roles and working optionscompetitive rates of payNHS pension membershipsupport for those with specialist skills andexperiencementorship from experienced cliniciansclose links to the wider Somerset integrated healthsystem, Somerset LMC, SGPET and the Somerset Training Hub Job description Job responsibilities See attached Job description and person specification for a full breakdown of the role and responsibilities.GP ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSymphony differentiates GP roles to provide a greater range of options for GPs, to enable career progression at all levels, and to support recruitment and retention.The three different GP roles in Symphony are:GP Consultant Employed GP Salaried GPFor more information about this role or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Lydia Carmichael-Brown (Deputy Director People Services) on If this advert has sparked your interest in being a Symphony GP within Somerset please contact us on Person Specification Qualifications Essential A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003 Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983 Qualified General Practitioner (completed certificate of Completion of Training CCT) Currently on a performers list and not suspended from that list or from the medical register Accredited as a member of the Royal College Of General Practitioners (MRCGP) MBBS or equivalent medical degree