Remote And Rural GP

GP Surgery on the Island of Sanday

Remote and Rural GP Position

Primary Care Opportunity in a Small Island Community

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced General Practitioner to join our small but perfectly formed team on the island of Sanday. As a part-time GP, you will have the advantage of working in one of the remote cohesive practices with more time for your patients, seeing them in the context of their lives, and working in bite-sized chunks surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife.

The surgery is part of the Orcades Practice, which consists of six single-handed island practices with GPs and nurses providing 24/7 healthcare to the smaller islands of Orkney. We work in rotation, usually for 3 weeks at a time, and are on call 24/7, with support from a community nurse.

Sanday offers a unique opportunity to provide holistic care in a remote, but supported environment. You will have the chance to develop your skills in pre-hospital emergency care, with standardised equipment and protocols provided. Our weekly videoconferences enable clinicians to share knowledge and experience, overcoming professional isolation and providing strong peer support.

This role would suit an experienced GP who values the challenges and rewards of remote rural practice. With built-in study and annual leave allocations, you will be able to acquire and maintain the skills needed to excel in this position. Accommodation is also provided.

Key Features

Part-time GP position in a remote and rural setting

Opportunity to provide holistic care in a small island community

Standardised equipment and protocols for pre-hospital emergency care

Weekly videoconferences for peer support and knowledge sharing

Built-in study and annual leave allocations

Accommodation provided