Locum GP

Job summary
PHOENIX FAMILY CARE, COVENTRY
Vacancy for Salaried GP 4 sessions weekly

We are a well-established GP practice in Coventry and now looking to expand our current GP workforce with a dynamic, energetic, enthusiastic and forward-thinking GP who puts patient care at the heart of what they do on a daily basis.

Main duties of the job
About you

• We welcome applications from both experienced and newly qualified GPs
• Passionate about patient care
• Hardworking team player
• Interested in embracing technological innovation to enhance service delivery and efficiencies in back-office functions

Offer / Terms

• Possible network and engagement prospects with other local GPs during protected learning sessions
• 6 weeks holiday plus bank holidays pro rata
• NHS Pension
• Access to free health and wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme Vivup
• A competitive salary (negotiable dependent on experience)
• Working with a dedicated fun team of people who place patient care at the heart of our work

About us
Friendly and supportive multi-Disciplinary clinical team including GP Partners, Salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Nurses and HCA plus an experienced Practice Manager and administrative support team. We have a good compliment of ARRS roles. To date we have a clinical pharmacist, Physicians Associate, social prescriber, MSK Practitioner and care co-ordinators.

Details
Date posted: 12 October 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 5 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: A3463-26-0002
Job locations: 103 Leamington Road, Coventry, CV3 6GQ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Locum GP in delivering health services.

• Work as agreed in accordance with the practice timetable
• The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population
• The provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract
• Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly, referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner, utilising practice and any other local guidelines
• Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance
• Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care
• Effective management of long-term conditions
• Support patients to adopt strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care
• Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks
• Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance
• On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles. Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload
• Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process
• Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans
• On an opportune basis, provide health promotion advice
• Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice
• Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required
• Contribute effectively to the development and maintenance of the practice, including clinical governance and training
• Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children
• Ensure compliance with the appraisal process
• Prepare and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice
• Commit to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team
• Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• JCPTGP or CCT
• National Performers List Registration
• Full GMC Registration

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: Phoenix Family Care
Address: 103 Leamington Road, Coventry, CV3 6GQ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.phoenixfamilycare.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Practice Manager Chrissy Jones, christine.jones108@nhs.net, 02476527920

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