GP - Melbourne and Chellaston Medical Practice

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic GP to come and join our team at the Melbourne and Chellaston Medical Practice for a fixed term contract until 31st March 2026 with a view to renewing the contract subject to funding.

We are a forward-thinking practice located in South Derbyshire. We have a passionate and supportive team with a passion for teaching, innovation, and excellent patient care. The successful applicant will work 4-6 sessions per week..

This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified GP (within the last two years, without a substantive post). This is subject to NHS Guidance and Funding. As an ARRS GP you will contribute fully to the clinical workload of the Surgery providing consultations, undertaking patient-related administration, and providing clinical advice and support to medical and nursing colleagues/staff.

Main duties of the job

To deliver high quality medical care for acute and chronic conditions

Review test results and action appropriately

Keep accurate medical records as per GMC best practice

Undertake home visits as needed

Complete dictations for referrals in a timely manner

Cover the duty doctor role on a pro rata basis

Work effectively as part of the clinical team, supporting allied health professionals such as our Urgent Care Practitioner, Practice Nurses and Clinical Pharmacists

Committed to self-learning and continuous professional development

About us

At the Melbourne & Chellaston Medical Practice we have a tight knit team with approximately 15,500 patients. We pride ourselves on working well together, with a strong work ethic and a team who provide mentoring and support on an on-going basis.

This team includes 5 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, 1 x Urgent Care Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 2 Nurse Associates, 3 Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Physio and a supportive admin team. We are also supported by our ICB pharmacists, midwife and care co-ordinators.

We pride ourselves on being a patient focused practice.

We are part of the Derby City South PCN. This is a partnership made up of 8 local practices in the Southern Derby areas.

GP appointment slots are either 10 or 15 minutes depending on GP Preference and we are working to 28 appointments a day.

We are a high QOF achieving practice.

Free parking for staff is available on site, along with a well-equipped kitchen and staff room area.