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Job Opportunity High Performing GP Practice in Narberth, South Wales

We are a well-established, highly sustainable GP practice with a proven track record of high staff retention, offering a stable and supportive working environment. Our team prides itself on high achievement in QAIF and cluster initiatives, underpinned by forward-thinking, innovative approaches to patient care. We continually explore ways to enhance patient care through digital technology, making our practice a modern and dynamic place to work.

About Narberth

Narberth is a charming rural market town in Pembrokeshire, known for its vibrant community, historic character, and scenic surroundings. It offers a friendly and welcoming environment, with local amenities, cultural events, and a strong sense of community, making it a desirable place to live and work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care through routine and same-day consultations (face-to-face, telephone and online).

• Managing a diverse clinical caseload, including acute and chronic conditions, health promotion and preventative care.

• Working collaboratively with our experienced multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and coordinated patient care.

• Contributing to clinical meetings, practice development and quality improvement initiatives.

• Supporting continuity of care and building strong, trusted relationships with our patient population.

• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records in line with professional standards.

• Participating in practice governance, safeguarding and ongoing professional development.

The post holder will:

• Provide comprehensive general medical services to the practice population.

• Undertake a variety of consultation types including face-to-face, telephone, video and online consultations.

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illness.

• Provide health promotion, screening and preventative care.

• Manage patients with complex and long-term conditions in partnership with the wider clinical team.

• Carry out home visits where clinically appropriate.

• Prescribe in accordance with NHS Wales guidance and local formularies.

• Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and community services.

• Provide medical advice and support to the practice team.

• Support the care of patients in local care homes where applicable.

• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legible clinical records.

Team Working and Communication

• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team including nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals and administrative staff.

• Participate in regular clinical meetings and case discussions.

• Contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive team culture.

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, colleagues and external agencies.

Quality, Safety and Governance

• Participate in clinical governance and quality improvement activity.

• Contribute to significant event reviews and clinical audits.

• Follow practice policies, protocols and NHS Wales guidance.

• Maintain awareness of safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults.

• Support risk management and patient safety initiatives.

• Participate in complaints review where appropriate.

Teaching and Training

• Contribute to the education of GP registrars, medical students and other learners where appropriate.

• Support the learning and development of the wider practice team.

• Participate in peer review and shared learning.

Professional Development

• Maintain full registration with the GMC and inclusion on the GP Performers List for Wales.

• Maintain appraisal and revalidation requirements.

• Participate in continuing professional development (CPD).

• Keep up to date with national guidance and best practice.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Process clinical correspondence and results in a timely manner.

• Complete reports and documentation as required.

• Contribute to practice development and service planning.

• Use clinical systems in line with practice policy.

Flexibility

The post holder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the role in line with service needs.

Essential

• Essential Qualifications

• Qualified GP with MRCGP (or equivalent).

• Full GMC registration with licence to practise.

• Inclusion on the Wales GP Performers List (or eligibility to join).

N/A

Essential

• Experience of working in UK primary care.

• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Commitment to high standards of patient care.

• Good organisational and time management skills.

• IT literacy and experience using clinical systems.

Desirable

• Interest in a clinical specialty (e.g. womens health, minor surgery, teaching, leadership).

• Experience in teaching or training.

• Experience of quality improvement and audit.

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• We are looking for a GP who demonstrates:

• Compassion and respect for patients and colleagues

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement

• Professionalism and integrity

• A positive and proactive approach