Sessional GPs
Sessional GPs now make up a substantial part of the GP workforce in London. Londonwide LMCs is dedicated to ensuring that the interests of this important part of the workforce, both freelance/locum and salaried GPs, are fully represented on LMCs across the capital. We are continually encouraging GP partners to provide the best possible working agreements for all sessional GPs and practice staff.Salaried/sessional GPs include:
- Salaried employees (including full or part time GPs)
- Freelance/Locum GPs
- GP Retainers
- GP Returners
We have a committed team that can provide sessional GPs with specialist guidance on a range of issues including revalidation, appraisals, contractual concerns, becoming a partner and much more. Our training and education team are focused on providing dedicated training and briefings on issues that affect sessional GPs.
The LMC is here to support all sessional GPs. Any GP on a Medical Performers list working in the area can stand for election to become an LMC member and are also eligible to vote in local elections. In October 2011 our CEO Michelle Drage wrote to GP magazine to demonstrate how we support sessional GPs.
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Salaried/sessional GPs must remember that it is their responsibility under the Performers List regulations to:
- Ensure that their name is included on the National Performers List
- To be fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice
- Maintain appropriate indemnity arrangements for cover to carryout work as a performer
- Inform NHS England within 28 days of any change of contact address and private telephone number or change in employment arrangements.Participate in the appraisal system established by NHS England.