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Welcome to Vela Medical Group

We connect primary care locums and permanent clinicians with outstanding opportunities

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At Vela, we’re setting the benchmark for excellence in primary care recruitment across the UK.

As a specialist primary care agency, we provide clinicians with the perfect skill mix to enhance efficiency, improve patient outcomes, and strengthen your workforce.

From Advanced Nurse Practitioners, and Clinical Pharmacists, to GPs, Paramedics, and First Contact Physiotherapists, we deliver expert primary care clinicians to meet the evolving needs of Primary Care Networks (PCNs), GP surgeries, and Urgent Care providers.

With our tailored, seamless staffing solutions, we ensure you have the right expertise in place when you need it most.

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What people have said:

"Charlie was fabulous from start to finish. Excellent comms and exceptionally professional. He is always to hand and always professional with all aspects. Highly recommended to all."
MohammedACP
"Great communication and accessible locum shifts. Tristan was very helpful, quick with booking and sorting admin. Highly recommend."
LauraPractice Nurse
"I’ve worked with Vela for nearly a year. They’re understanding of my needs, and always respond promptly. Submitting timesheets is easy, and payment is prompt. Highly recommend."
SarahANP
"Tristan was kind, switched on, and always supportive. He made my transition into the new role so much easier. Couldn’t have done it without him."
ElizabethANP
"The staff are responsive, supportive, and professional. I've received excellent customer service from my consultant so far."
FeliciaSocial Worker
"The team is thoroughly supportive, with great communication. I’ve never had issues with pay and have recommended Vela to colleagues."
NicolaANP
"The staff are concerned about their employees’ welfare, ensuring you're comfortable and well-treated by clients. I would refer friends and colleagues."
DeborahACP
"We’ve used Vela for various roles, and Charlie quickly understands our needs. He’s always fast to action requests and happy to help."
EmmaPCN Manager
"Vela helped us cover minor ailments, supporting our team through busy periods. They were prompt, efficient, and greatly reduced pressure on our staff."
TobyPCN Manager

Leading the Way in Primary Care Recruitment

Offering both temporary and permanent staffing options, we are a trusted partner for Primary Care Networks, GP surgeries, and Urgent Care providers across the UK.

Advanced Nurse Practitioners
Clinical Pharmacists
GPs
Practice Nurses
Mental Health Clinicians
Paramedic Practitioners
First Contact Physiotherapists
Advanced Nurse Practitioners
Vela connects ANPs and ACPs with both locum and permanent roles in primary care, where they help ease GP workloads by managing complex patient cases, prescribing medication, and running clinics.
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Clinical Pharmacists
We supply Clinical Pharmacists who are experts in medication management, providing essential services like medication reviews and chronic disease support. Vela helps place them in roles that enhance patient care and reduce GP pressure.
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GPs
Vela sources skilled GPs for both temporary and permanent positions, ensuring surgeries have the clinical coverage they need to meet patient demand, manage waiting lists, and deliver quality care.
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Practice Nurses
Our network of Practice Nurses is ready to fill roles across the UK, supporting GP surgeries with chronic disease management, immunisations, and patient care, improving QOF outcomes and patient satisfaction.
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Mental Health Clinicians
Vela places Mental Health Practitioners into vital roles that support mental health assessments, crisis intervention, and ongoing care, helping primary care services meet rising demand for mental health support.
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Paramedic Practitioners
We provide Paramedic Practitioners who can offer urgent care, home visits, and minor illness management, allowing surgeries to offer more flexible, accessible services to patients.
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First Contact Physiotherapists
Vela places First Contact Physiotherapists into roles where they can manage musculoskeletal conditions, helping patients avoid GP appointments and reducing referrals to secondary care.
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