Read our guide to what to look for in your first practice

If you’re a UK GP coming to the end of your qualification and you’re now starting to think about finding your first practice, there is a lot to consider!

Everyone has their own individual requirements, so it’s important to know where to start when looking for your first practice.

Let us take you through a few of the main points to consider:

Identify Your Priorities:

What aspects of your current role do you enjoy? Is it patient interaction, variety in cases, work-life balance, or career progression? Identifying your priorities can help you narrow down your search to roles that align with your personal and professional goals.

Skills & Interests:

Reflect on your strengths and areas where you’d like to grow. Do you have a particular interest in a specific medical field (e.g., paediatrics, geriatrics, mental health)? You might want to pursue opportunities in that direction.

Location:

Consider whether you want to work in an urban, suburban, or rural setting. Proximity to family, lifestyle preferences, and living costs can influence your decision.

Interview Questions:

Be prepared to discuss your clinical experience, communication skills, and how you handle various patient scenarios. Employers may also ask about how you handle challenges such as time management, patient workload, and teamwork.

There is a lot to consider when embarking on finding your first practice, so the more prepared you are, the easier it will be.

Join our free online workshop

We will be hosting a free online workshop specifically looking at this topic in more detail. We will take you through everything you need to know and there will be the opportunity for you to ask us any questions you have.

You are welcome to join us! It’s all free and online. We will be hosting this on Wednesday, 2^nd April at 1pm. If you would like to attend, please register your interest here.

See you then!