Primary Care

Working in Primary Care is about being part of a wider team whilst still being an individual; feeling able to knock on any colleague’s door for advice; supporting a patient through major life changes and feeling proud to work in such a diverse area as Mid and South Essex.

Working in primary care in Mid and South Essex offers a rewarding and varied career; with a broad range of roles, lots of different settings, a strong sense of team spirit and the opportunity to build meaningful connections with the local community.

Why work in Primary Care?

Working at the forefront of patient care, primary care teams are able to work with patients on a one-to-one basis, often over a prolonged period of time, creating lasting bonds with patients and their family members or carers.

Working in a GP surgery, you are likely to be working alongside a team of many various professionals all working together for the local population.

Unlike secondary care, general practice generally has more structured hours, meaning for some it is easier to achieve a good work life balance.

There are a number of different roles in Primary Care to consider, some of which include:

  • General Practitioners (GPs)
  • Practice Nurses
  • Healthcare Assistants
  • Paramedics
  • Physician Associates
  • Receptionists
  • Medical Secretaries

There are also more new roles being introduced such as Care Coordinators, Mental Health Practitioners, Dieticians, Health & Wellbeing Coaches and Podiatrists.

Working in Primary Care will allow you to take control and shape your career every step of the way.

For more information and advice on career opportunities in Primary Care, visit the Primary Care Careers website.

Benefits of Working in Primary Care

The NHS Long Term Plan is investing in improving health services like GP practices with a focus on helping everyone to stay well and healthy throughout their lives.

Working collaboratively and the development of multi-professional care teams not only has a positive impact on local health outcomes but offers huge opportunity to improve joined-up health and care services.

Local practices are already seizing opportunities to test out new ways of working through Primary Care Networks. Primary care networks (PCNs) bring general practices together to work at scale and with other local partners.

The NHS offers continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities for all staff in primary care regardless of the role.

Personal and professional development helps manage your own learning and growth throughout your career.

Continuous learning helps open new doors in your career, keeps your skills and knowledge up to date and ensures you practice safely and legally.

Working in Primary Care also means that you are able to apply for a Blue Light Card which provides many discounts at thousands of retailers online and on the high street.

To find out more about the Blue Light Card, visit their website.

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