Job summary

Have you got an interest and a passion in Mental Health? We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to work across our Adult Mental Health Crisis Service in North Yorkshire. You will be willing to provide an enthusiastic approach in supporting staff and students in their professional development through effective clinical leadership, sharing of knowledge and modelling the highest professional standards.

We are seeking an individual (fixed term - 12 months) who shares and promotes our vision and values and who is interested in further development of self and others and in quality improvement. If you are an ambitious member of staff willing to provide energy and enthusiasm to drive Practice Development forward and are dynamic and interested in pro-actively supporting the facilitation of training and development for our clinical teams, then you could be the person we are looking for.

Main duties of the job

Candidate's should hold a current professional registration with a professional body along with a recognised clinical teaching qualification or equivalent clinical mentoring and teaching experience. With a commitment to continual quality and service improvement, you will be responsible for ensuring services provide a progressive learning and development environment for all grades of staff including temporary staff and will ensure a high standard of care delivery through specialist knowledge and skills in clinical practice, providing advice, mentoring, supervision and training across services. You will implement key practice developments and quality initiatives in order to achieve excellence in patient care in partnership with nursing and clinical multidisciplinary teams.

You will provide a Senior Practitioner perspective in discussions with senior medical and clinical colleagues, Heads of Nursing and operational managers in developing a co-ordinated approach to service delivery which is informed by good nursing practice. You will promote and contribute to inter-professional learning activities across services and implement in-house teaching.

The post holder will be responsible for their personal and professional development whilst undertaking this role.

The role requires successful candidates to work 5 days per week Mon-Fri.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration with professional body
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma supplemented by specialist training or equivalent experience to master's level equivalent
• Recognised clinical teaching qualification or equivalent clinical mentoring and teaching experience
• Evidence of continuous personal development
• Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
• Leadership qualification or willingness to work towards. Qualification must be achieved within agreed timescale
• Quality Improvement Systems for Leaders or willing to undertake within agreed timescale

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience working with people with complex mental ill health or learning disabilities in an inpatient or community environment.
• Extensive experience working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
• Extensive experience in a clinical nurse leadership role
• Extensive experience providing clinical supervision, mentoring and teaching to healthcare professionals and students
• Experience of been involved in the delivering of change and service improvement
• Experience of resolving complex and challenging situations in collaboration with other disciplines and agencies

Desirable

• Use of the Trust's quality Improvement System to implement change
• Experience of working alongside higher education providers

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Sound knowledge of principles of nursing and how to apply these in a practice setting
• Significant evidenced based knowledge of best practice in caring for patients in the designated field.
• Provide effective leadership
• Influence, initiate and manage change effectively
• Good understanding of relevant legislation and guidance (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, CPA, Safe Staffing) and its application in practice.
• Good understanding of clinical governance and its application in practice
• Good understanding of Recovery principles and application in practice
• Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice.
• Detailed understanding of Care Programme Approach and its application in practice.
• Detailed understanding of Clinical Risk Assessment and Management/Harm Minimisation and its application in practice
• Research and development methodology
• Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment
• The Trust's Quality Improvement System (QIS) (or within agreed timescale).
• Working knowledge of HR policies and procedures and when to escalate to the HR Department.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

Horden Group Practice are currently looking for an enthusiastic salaried GP to join our friendly and well-respected practice team. We are a 3 partner training practice based across 2 sites (that are within close proximity of each other) in Horden/Peterlee, County Durham. The role is for 6 sessions per week (Wednesday-Friday). The successful applicant will aslo be required to work our Monday evening surgery on a pro-rata basis.

Our last CQC rating was good.

Main duties of the job

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Effective management of long-term conditions

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training

Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

Helping to provide supervision to our GP Registrar trainees.

This list is not exhaustive, please see attached job description

About us

Horden Group Practice are a 3-partner training practice with 2 sites. Our main site is in Horden and our branch site is in Peterlee. Our team is made up of GPs, GP Registrars, ANP's, Practice Nurses, Pharmacists and HCA's who are all supported by our experienced helpful Admin Team. We also have ARRS roles linked to the Surgery.

We have a current list size of around 8300 patients, our senior GP is the Clinical Director for our Primary Care Network, Easington Central.

The applicant should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to provide high quality, patient-centred care. You will work alongside our wonderful team to deliver and develop care relevant to the needs of our patient population in conjunction with organisational, local and national priorities.

Dependant on experience we will offer a competitive salary and NHS pension.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the uploaded job description in attachments for a list of core responsibilies for this post.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experienced and enthusiastic GP.
• Able to demonstrate professional and ethical behaviours at all times when liaising with internal and external colleagues.
• Organised and efficient in record keeping and completion of paperwork.

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne clinical system.

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Annual appraisal and revalidation when appropriate
• Performers list registration
• Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

Carmel Medical Practice are currently recruiting for a Salaried General Medical Practitioner to help deliver our vision of high-quality medical services at our well-established, progressive, friendly practice team in Darlington.

We are looking to employ a Salaried GP on 4-6 sessions per week, this will include one duty session each week and may include cover of an enhanced access session (TBC).

We offer a flexible approach to division of roles and responsibilities within our small friendly and experienced practice team. The clinical teams are also well supported by an excellent administration and management team; this allows our GPs to concentrate on clinical work.

We provide an excellent opportunity for General Practitioners wishing to join our highly respected and friendly team.

We offer an excellent salary and employment benefits and NHS pension, including 6 weeks annual leave pro rata and 1 week study leave

Role progression and personal development opportunities

We provide peer support, educational opportunities and help towards mandatory training and appraisal.

Main duties of the job

Provide a range of medical services as defined in the core contract, additional and enhanced services where appropriate.

Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems whether self-referred or referred from other healthcare works within the organisation.

Assess the healthcare needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems

Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.

Develop care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice; disease management protocols, provide counselling and health education

Work within local policy for prescribing

Be available and accessible to patients

Maximise effective use of current clinical computer systems. Record clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards

Compile and issue computer generated acute and repeat prescriptions

Support the development of the practice in training GP's and nursing students

Provide Free certification in line with Schedule 9 of the GMS regulations (1992)

Provide emergency cover if needed

About us

Carmel Medical Practice has:

11,860 patient practice in a modern purpose built building

Team comprising 4 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, a Nurse Practitioner, along with an experienced and diverse allied healthcare team. The Practice is also a GP Training Practice.

• Daily phlebotomy clinics
• In House Pharmacist team comprising of Clinical Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician
• Respiratory and Diabetes specialist nurses
• Fantastic support in place both clinical and administrative
• Uses System One clinical system
• GMS contract

Job description

Job responsibilities

· Be involved in developing primary care services to meet the needs of the practice population.

· Working in close collaboration with the practice team to ensure that access targets are reached.

· Work with the practice team to ensure that immunisation and health inequalities targets as defined within the core contract are reached.

· Support health development and ensure health promotion work is undertaken to allow the practice population to make informed choices.

· Ensure the practice is represented at appropriate meetings, e.g. Practice Based Commissioning Groups.

Managerial

· Awareness of, and compliance with, all relevant organisation policies and procedures, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety and infection control. Apply these to all aspects of one’s own work.

· Committed to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based practice.

· Contribute to evaluated audit and clinical standards setting within the organisation.

· Contribute to the development of computer-based records.

· Contribute read-coding patient data.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Full GMC registration, inclusion on the NHS England Performers List, and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Tier 2 sponsership considered.

Desirable

• Working in UK General Practice Environment
• Experience of Primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the GMC listed on the GMC GP Register with evidence of revalidation
• Accepted Medical Degree

Desirable

• Interest in long term condition care
• Willing to train or supervise students and progressing clinical staff

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

Ferryhill & Chilton Medical Practice are offering a unique opportunity to recruit a salaried GP for 6 sessions per week, on a temporary contract until the end of March 2027, subject to review.We welcome applications from experienced GPs.

Main duties of the job

• In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including face to face and telephone consultations, e-consultations, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, filing results, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions
• Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary
• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
• Covering a fair share of enhanced access sessions

About us

We are a two-site training practice and have a population of 15,000 patients. Within our team we have 8 Partners consisting of 6 GPs, 1 Senior Clinical Pharmacist and 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner. We also have 1 Salaried GP and 4 other highly skilled Nurse Practitioners along with a very dedicated group of Clinical Pharmacists, Nurses, and administrative staff.

We are a very friendly and sociable practice and enjoy numerous practice nights out, team building afternoons and participating in charity events. Over recent years we have recognized the importance of working as a team, and that working and looking after each other is the key to delivering a high level of quality clinical care to our patients.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

4 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A2067-26-0001

Job locations

The Surgery

Durham Road

Ferryhill

County Durham

DL17 8JJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

• In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including face to face and telephone consultations, e-consultations, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, filing results, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions
• Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary
• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.
• Covering a fair share of enhanced access sessions

Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including face to face and telephone consultations, e-consultations, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, filing results, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions Prescribing in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care. Covering a fair share of enhanced access sessions

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Full GMC registration with licence to practise on the GP Register
• Certificate of Completion of Training CCT or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experienced in using SystmOne

Person Specification Experience Essential Full GMC registration with licence to practise on the GP Register Certificate of Completion of Training CCT or equivalent Excellent communication skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team Experienced in using SystmOne

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Ferryhill & Chilton Medical Practice

Address

The Surgery

Durham Road

Ferryhill

County Durham

DL17 8JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.ferryhillandchilton.nhs.uk/welcome,38155.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Ferryhill & Chilton Medical Practice

Address

The Surgery

Durham Road

Ferryhill

County Durham

DL17 8JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.ferryhillandchilton.nhs.uk/welcome,38155.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Job Title: Salaried General Practitioner

Location: Bevan Medical Group, Shotton Colliery, County Durham

Salary: Dependent upon experience

Work Pattern: Up to 6 sessions per week

Main duties of the job

To deliver highly effective medical care to our practice population, in accordance with the GP contract and local and national guidance.

To process administration in a timely manner and work collaboratively within the practice team and wider MDT to ensure excellent, joined up patient care.

To provide support to the GP Partner and wider clinical team.

About us

Our current team comprises of GP's, ANP's, Practice Nurse, Pharmacists and HCA's,supported by friendly and experienced administrative and management teams. We hold frequent practice, clinical, peer support sessions and encourage regular CPD sessions.We are proud to have been accredited as a training practice.

We have a patient list size of over 8,200 patients working from modern, purpose-built premises, based in County Durham. We are active members of Durham Coast Primary Care Network.

The applicant should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to provide high quality, patient-centred care. You will work alongside the team delivering and developing care relevant to the needs of our patient population in conjunction with organisational, local and national priorities.

For the right candidate we offer a competitive salary, dependant on experience and offer NHS pension.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B0611-26-0027

Job locations

The Surgery

Bevan Grove

Shotton Colliery

Durham

DH6 2LQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

Effective management of long-term conditions

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training

Commit to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:

Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the salaried GP. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance Effective management of long-term conditions Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance Working collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training Commit to self-learning and instill an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all timesIn addition to the primary responsibilities, the salaried GP may be requested to:Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• MRCGP
• Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP
• General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Minimum of two years as a salaried GP
• General understanding of the GMS contract

Desirable

• Experience of medicines management
• Experience of ICB initiatives

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative - there may be requirement to work outside of core office hours
• Motivated, forward thinker
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Eligibility Criteria

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU)
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check

Skills

Essential

• Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of SystmOne
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem solving & analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Experience with clinical risk management

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified GP MRCGP Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP General Practitioner (Certificate of Completion of Training CCT) Experience Essential Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of continued professional development Experience of QOF and clinical audit Minimum of two years as a salaried GP General understanding of the GMS contract Desirable Experience of medicines management Experience of ICB initiatives Personal Qualities Essential Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative - there may be requirement to work outside of core office hours Motivated, forward thinker Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required High levels of integrity and loyalty Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development Eligibility Criteria Essential Full GMC Registration National Performers List registration Appropriate defence indemnity (MPS/MDU) Eligibility to practice in the UK independently Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Skills Essential Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Clear, polite telephone manner Competent in the use of SystmOne Effective time management (Planning & Organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Excellent interpersonal skills Problem solving & analytical skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Experience with clinical risk management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Durham Health CIC

Address

The Surgery

Bevan Grove

Shotton Colliery

Durham

DH6 2LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southdurhamhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South Durham Health CIC

Address

The Surgery

Bevan Grove

Shotton Colliery

Durham

DH6 2LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southdurhamhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Salaried GP to join the Team for 5 sessions per week.

We are an established training practice for GP registrars and medical students with a practice list size of 11,000 patients. We work out of privately-owned premises.

We are a dispensing practice, use Systmone and achieve high QOF scores.

Barnard Castle lies in the rural beauty of Teesdale, being 1 hour drive to the Lake District and 30 minutes from Darlington, with rail connections to London or Edinburgh in around 2 hours.

We are the largest practice in our innovative and effective Primary Care Network and are part of Durham Dales Health Federation.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within Primary Care.

In accordance with the Practice timetable, the post holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including both face to face and telephone consultations and home visits as well as dealing with administration work including prescriptions, results, letters and reports. Timetable includes outside appointments at local Community Hospital.

We promote continuity of care with a usual GP system.

About us

The practice endeavours to provide top quality primary care to patients in a courteous and professional manner.

We are the sole practice in the pleasant market town of Barnard Castle with 6 Partners, 3 Salaried GP's, 3 ACP's, supported by an excellent practice nursing, administration and pharmacy team.

We have a culture of openness and continuous learning and improvement.

We are supportive of clinician's interests and the development of portfolio careers.

We have weekly clinical meetings and clinicians meet daily at coffee time.

13 patients in a standard surgery with 15-minute appointments.

Low number of house visits, which are supported by community paramedics.

Integrated clinical pharmacists, active care coordinator and social prescribers and practice based mental health practitioners.

Very well organised and efficient with a stable clinical and administration team.

An administration sub-team scan and code incoming letters and arrange medication changes and follow up tests.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Undertake all the duties associated with the role of a General Practitioner required by the GMS contract including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and paperwork.

Comply with all the objectives of the GMS Contract.

The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population.

Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance.

Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks.

On a rotational basis (and pro rata to sessional commitment), provide duty doctor roles and extended hours/improved access service.

Promote effective working relationships and communication within the practice.

Involvement in continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice.

Attend and contribute effectively to practice clinical meetings in a positive manner as required.

Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care.

Support and contribute to the development of Practice clinical procedures and protocols.

Accurate and timely input of patient data onto the clinical system.

Carrying out clinical audit as appropriate.

Completion of reports for solicitors, insurance companies, DVLA and others.

Liaise with other health care professionals when required.

Act in a way that protects the confidentiality of patients and maintains the integrity of the patient / Practice relationship.

Take an active role and contribute to Clinical meetings.

Support the development and compliance of the Practice Health and Safety policy.

Participate in the GP appraisal scheme.

Attend Practice training sessions whenever possible.

Maintain medical currency in line with your Personal Development Plan.

Contribute to the development and improvement of the Practice.

Work safely at all times in accordance with Legislative requirements and Practice Policy and Procedures.

Any other relevant duties that may be required from time to time.

Person Specification

Behaviours

Essential

• Planning and organisational skills
• Performing under pressure
• Adaptability
• Using initiative
• Team working

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• An understanding of QOF
• An understanding of Patient Choice
• IT skills (MS Office, Internet etc)
• Interpersonal skills
• Time Management

Experience

Essential

• Use of Read Codes
• Clinical audit

Desirable

• Minor surgery
• Working with Systmone
• Primary care experience

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registration

Desirable

• Family Planning MRCGP Minor Surgery

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated salaried GP to join our team for 6 sessions per week, worked across Wednesday to Friday.

You will:

• Provide continuity of care to a diverse patient population, including routine and urgent appointments, home visits and telephone and online consultations
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, the wider primary care network and community teams
• Contribute to the practice's clinical governance, quality improvement and QOF delivery
• Share in the practice's duty and on-call arrangements, pro rata

Main duties of the job

• Conduct patient consultations, assess symptoms, diagnose conditions and provide appropriate treatment.

• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions and coordinate ongoing patient care.

• Prescribe medications and review treatment plans safely.

• Refer patients to specialists and other healthcare services when necessary.

• Provide preventative care, health promotion, screening and immunisations.

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records using clinical IT systems.

• Respond to urgent medical problems and provide appropriate follow-up care.

• Work collaboratively with nurses, pharmacists, healthcare professionals and administrative staff.

• Participate in clinical meetings, audits, significant event reviews and quality improvement activities.

• Comply with GMC professional standards, practice policies, safeguarding requirements and clinical governance procedures.

About us

Leadgate Surgery is a friendly, well-established teaching practice serving approximately 5,800 patients in the village of Leadgate and the surrounding communities in County Durham. Our Practice has been involved in undergraduate teaching with Newcastle Medical School for many years. We are also involved in research opportunities and are proud of the long-term relationships we have built with our patients.

We are a supportive and cohesive team consisting of 3 GP Partners, 2 Salaried GPs, 2 Nurse Practitioners, 2 nurses, 2 GPAs, 1 healthcare assistant a pharmacist and the administrative team. We have a strong emphasis on teamwork, mutual respect and aim to achieve a good work-life balance.

We are looking for a Salaried GP to join our team who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and shares our commitment to deliver high-quality, personalised care. We would love to meet you if you are acaring, team player committed to delivering high standards of quality care to our patients.

We aim to support to develop personal interests and skills.

We use SystmOne, SystmConnect (for triage) and ICE.

Interviews to be held on 13th November 2026

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive range of general medical services in accordance with the practice's contractual obligations, including core services and any applicable additional or enhanced services.
• Undertake clinical duties in accordance with the agreed practice timetable, including face-to-face and telephone consultations, responding to patient queries, conducting home visits where appropriate, and completing associated clinical and administrative tasks.
• Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute, chronic, undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions, making professional and autonomous clinical decisions based on the patient's needs and current evidence-based guidance.
• Develop, implement and review individualised care plans in partnership with patients, in line with current clinical guidance and practice disease management protocols.
• Identify risk factors and early signs of illness, and provide preventative care, screening, immunisations, health promotion, counselling and patient education.
• Prescribe medications safely and appropriately, including acute and repeat prescriptions, in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary and relevant clinical guidance. Review medication and treatment plans regularly to ensure their safety and effectiveness.
• Refer patients to specialists and other healthcare providers as clinically indicated, coordinating care and supporting continuity of treatment across services.
• Undertake appropriate home visits and respond to urgent medical problems and emergencies, ensuring timely assessment, treatment and follow-up.
• Undertake on-call duties, including reviewing and actioning investigation results, authorising prescriptions, reviewing incoming clinical correspondence, responding to general queries and managing urgent clinical situations.
• Manage patient caseloads appropriately, including initiating, reviewing and concluding episodes of care, and arranging onward referral or transfer to other services where necessary.
• Maintain clear, accurate and contemporaneous clinical records, ensuring patient information is entered promptly and correctly into the clinical IT system.
• Undertake all other clinical duties and responsibilities reasonably associated with the role of a General Practitioner working in primary care.

Administration and Practice Management

• Complete clinical and administrative work in a timely and efficient manner, including prescription requests, clinical queries, correspondence, paperwork and other duties arising from patient consultations.
• Ensure patient records are accurate, up to date and appropriately coded, contributing to record summarisation, read-coding and the ongoing development and maintenance of computer-based clinical records.
• Collect and record clinical data as required for audit, monitoring, reporting and service evaluation.
• Process requests for medical reports, insurance reports, claim forms and other private and non-private administrative documentation in accordance with practice procedures and applicable requirements.
• Apply and comply with relevant practice policies, procedures and guidelines, including those relating to prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, information governance, health and safety and safeguarding.
• Work in accordance with agreed practice protocols and discuss with colleagues any implications for clinical practice, service delivery or patient care.

Clinical Governance and Quality Improvement

• Practice in accordance with General Medical Council (GMC) professional standards, relevant legislation, safeguarding requirements, clinical governance arrangements and applicable professional guidance.
• Participate in clinical meetings, clinical audits, significant event reviews, clinical standard setting and quality improvement activities to support patient safety and improve the quality and effectiveness of services.
• Contribute to the evaluation and development of clinical services, practice procedures and systems, promoting safe, effective, equitable and evidence-based care.
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical practice, patient outcomes and service delivery, working collaboratively with colleagues to implement appropriate improvements.

Professional Development and Teamwork

• Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development, lifelong learning, reflective practice and participation in relevant training and educational activities organised by the practice or other appropriate organisations.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, other healthcare professionals and administrative staff to deliver coordinated, person-centred care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, colleagues and external healthcare providers, ensuring appropriate information sharing and continuity of care.
• Contribute to a supportive, respectful and professional working environment, promoting effective teamwork and the efficient operation of the practice.

The post-holder is expected to undertake the full range of duties and responsibilities appropriate to a General Practitioner working in general practice, consistent with their professional competence, the needs of the practice and applicable contractual and professional requirements.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a salaried GP within an NHS general practice.
• Experience managing patients with complex medical, psychological and social needs.
• Experience prescribing safely and reviewing medication in accordance with current clinical guidance.
• Experience recognising and managing medical emergencies and identifying patients requiring urgent assessment or hospital admission.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities relating to children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, significant event reviews and continuous quality improvement.
• Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Experience supporting quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.
• Experience supervising, mentoring or teaching medical students, GP trainees or other healthcare professionals.
• Experience contributing to practice meetings, clinical policy development and service improvement.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the GMC General Practitioner Register.
• Membership of the NHS England Medical Performers List, as applicable to the role.
• Completion of recognised GP specialty training and possession of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in areas relevant to general practice.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

Durham Coast Primary Care Network are looking to welcome a GP to join their established team, under the ARRS scheme.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team including pharmacists, paediatric nurse specialists, mental health nurse, CAMHS practitioner, personalised care roles, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and GP's.

The successful candidate will be responsible for working through their own rota and will undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations, queries and visiting people at home. They will be responsible for following up their own investigations and will benefit from regular supervision and reflection sessions with GP colleagues.

About us

Durham Coast PCN serves a population of over 33,000 patients from four practices; Bevan Medical Group, East Durham Medical Group, Southdene Medical Centre and Wingate Medical Centre. We are a forward-thinking network, motivated to deliver the best possible care to patients, closer to home. Three out of four practices are "Deep End" practices, working closely with the ICB to deliver projects around reducing health inequalities. Our two largest practices are training practices dedicated to supporting the development and retention of GP's in our area.

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

B0611-26-0026

Job locations

The Surgery

Ashmore Terrace

Wheatley Hill

County Durham

DH6 3NP

United Kingdom

Bevan Medical Group

Bevan Grove

Shotton Colliery

DURHAM

DH6 2LQ

United Kingdom

Southdene Medical Centre

Front Street

Shotton Colliery

DURHAM

DH6 2LT

United Kingdom

The Medical Centre

Front Street West

WINGATE

County Durham

TS28 5PZ

United Kingdom

East Durham Medical Group

Ashmore Terrace

Wheatley Hill

DH6 3NR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The GP will undertake a variety of duties governed by the GMS contract and objectives of Enhanced Services including: Share of Routine and Urgent appointments both face to face and telephone Prescribe as per local & national guidelines Share of home visits Time-manage completion of administration: letters, results, tasks, referrals, telephone calls, emails Take responsibility for appropriate referrals (following local guidance and good medical practice) and administration pertaining to them Participate in Extended Hours between 7.30am - 8.00am and/or 6.30pm - 8.30pm if required by the PCN Work with other health and social care providers to ensure a safe and integrated service. Provide comprehensive assessment, advice, and treatment for the registered practice population. Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of consultations using SystmOne clinical system. To provide clinical support to other members of staff, both clinical and administrative, in achieving the highest possible standards of care and QOF and Enhanced Services targets The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the post-holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

Recording clear and contemporaneous I.T. based consultation notes to agreed standards. Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care within the hub, surgery, patients own home. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner using local guidelines. To recognise the need for and be able to perform and interpret investigatory procedures, including laboratory and radiology. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care. Ensure appropriate follow up of patients Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care Support and work with colleagues towards the delivery of anticipatory care plans Recognise and work within your own competence and in accordance with professional codes of conduct, maintaining accurate and contemporaneous health records Independently prescribe for patients within your scope of practice. Prescribing in accordance with locally agreed or national guidelines. Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways. To maintain an awareness of developments in clinical practice Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice/PCN policies/guidelines e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety and QOF standards. Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to our policies and procedures on Safeguarding Children and Safeguarding Adults.

CONFIDENTIALITY

You will have access to confidential information relating to patients and their Carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. Patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in practice's Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to PCN guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, including maintaining a tidy and safe way work area free from hazards. Effective hand hygiene. Provide advice on the correct and safe management of the specimen's process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct containers, storage and transport arrangements Correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in both routine and extraordinary circumstances Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure Safe use of sharps, storage and disposal Reporting potential risks identified.

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

TRAINING, PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Training requirements will be monitored in accordance with PCN requirements. Relevant personal development will be encouraged and supported by the PCN. You will be expected to take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Undertake mandatory and statutory training as required and attend courses/ study days as deemed appropriate/necessary Continually review clinical practice, responding to National policies and initiatives where appropriate Participation in periodic performance review / internal appraisal and annual external GP appraisal including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Provide leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing guidance and support when necessary. Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.

QUALITY

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Contribute to the achievement of the highest possible quality standards such as those detailed by their regulatory body and the CQC. Monitor the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice through quality assurance strategies such as the use of audit, mentor feedback, case review and peer review. Implement improvements where necessary Understanding of the audit process and of clinical risk management Alert other team members to issues of Clinical Governance, quality and risk. Participate in Significant Event and/or near miss analysis reviews . Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Work in partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate. To accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) of QOF Collecting data for audit purposes.

COMMUNICATION

Excellent communication skills (written and oral), when dealing with patients and other team members. The ability to make clear decisions with confidence and communicate these effectively. Demonstrate sensitive communication styles to ensure patients and carers are fully informed and consent to treatment Recognise people's needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. Use developed communication, negotiation and conflict management skills recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background etc.

MANAGING RISK

Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients. This includes the escalation of clinical concerns or appropriate referrals where the management of a clinical situation requires it, or it falls outside of clinical competence. Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards, and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines Apply infection control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines and in accordance with the practice policy.

Job description Job responsibilities The GP will undertake a variety of duties governed by the GMS contract and objectives of Enhanced Services including: Share of Routine and Urgent appointments both face to face and telephone Prescribe as per local & national guidelines Share of home visits Time-manage completion of administration: letters, results, tasks, referrals, telephone calls, emails Take responsibility for appropriate referrals (following local guidance and good medical practice) and administration pertaining to them Participate in Extended Hours between 7.30am - 8.00am and/or 6.30pm - 8.30pm if required by the PCN Work with other health and social care providers to ensure a safe and integrated service. Provide comprehensive assessment, advice, and treatment for the registered practice population. Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of consultations using SystmOne clinical system. To provide clinical support to other members of staff, both clinical and administrative, in achieving the highest possible standards of care and QOF and Enhanced Services targets The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the post-holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.Job responsibilitiesCLINICALRecording clear and contemporaneous I.T. based consultation notes to agreed standards. Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised patient care within the hub, surgery, patients own home. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly referring patients to other services/agencies in a timely manner using local guidelines. To recognise the need for and be able to perform and interpret investigatory procedures, including laboratory and radiology. Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care. Ensure appropriate follow up of patients Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care Support and work with colleagues towards the delivery of anticipatory care plans Recognise and work within your own competence and in accordance with professional codes of conduct, maintaining accurate and contemporaneous health records Independently prescribe for patients within your scope of practice. Prescribing in accordance with locally agreed or national guidelines. Review medications following the appropriate policies, NICE/local clinical guidelines and local care pathways. To maintain an awareness of developments in clinical practice Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice/PCN policies/guidelines e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety and QOF standards. Be aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to our policies and procedures on Safeguarding Children and Safeguarding Adults.CONFIDENTIALITYYou will have access to confidential information relating to patients and their Carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. Patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.HEALTH AND SAFETY The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in practice's Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to PCN guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, including maintaining a tidy and safe way work area free from hazards. Effective hand hygiene. Provide advice on the correct and safe management of the specimen's process, including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct containers, storage and transport arrangements Correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in both routine and extraordinary circumstances Managing directly all incidents of accidental exposure Safe use of sharps, storage and disposal Reporting potential risks identified.EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.TRAINING, PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTTraining requirements will be monitored in accordance with PCN requirements. Relevant personal development will be encouraged and supported by the PCN. You will be expected to take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Undertake mandatory and statutory training as required and attend courses/ study days as deemed appropriate/necessary Continually review clinical practice, responding to National policies and initiatives where appropriate Participation in periodic performance review / internal appraisal and annual external GP appraisal including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Provide leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing guidance and support when necessary. Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.QUALITY The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Contribute to the achievement of the highest possible quality standards such as those detailed by their regulatory body and the CQC. Monitor the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice through quality assurance strategies such as the use of audit, mentor feedback, case review and peer review. Implement improvements where necessary Understanding of the audit process and of clinical risk management Alert other team members to issues of Clinical Governance, quality and risk. Participate in Significant Event and/or near miss analysis reviews . Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Work in partnership with other clinical teams, collaborate on improving the quality of health care responding to local and national policies and initiatives as appropriate. To accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) of QOF Collecting data for audit purposes.COMMUNICATIONExcellent communication skills (written and oral), when dealing with patients and other team members. The ability to make clear decisions with confidence and communicate these effectively. Demonstrate sensitive communication styles to ensure patients and carers are fully informed and consent to treatment Recognise people's needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. Use developed communication, negotiation and conflict management skills recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background etc.MANAGING RISKManage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients. This includes the escalation of clinical concerns or appropriate referrals where the management of a clinical situation requires it, or it falls outside of clinical competence. Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards, and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines Apply infection control measures within the practice according to local and national guidelines and in accordance with the practice policy.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice.
• Understanding of evidence-based practice.
• Evidence of working autonomously, with some support and supervision.
• Experience of using electronic clinical patient records.
• Experience of medicines management.
• Ability to effectively triage, assess and diagnose.
• Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly.
• Assessing and managing acute deteriorations/exacerbations of Long-Term Conditions.
• Understands the importance of evidence-based practice.
• Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely.
• Broad knowledge of clinical governance.
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs.

Desirable

• Understanding of policy developments related to the delivery of primary care services including General Practice, the GMS contract, Clinical Governance, Network Contract DES and Quality & Outcomes Framework.
• Knowledge of public health issues/health needs of the local area.
• Knowledge of health-promotion strategies.

Other

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes.
• Strong IT skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Effective time management (Planning, Organising and Prioritising), with excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to listen and empathise whilst being honest and caring.
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure with and understanding of the audit process.
• Polite and confident, flexible and cooperative.
• Motivated, forward thinker with ability to use own judgement and common sense.
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
• High levels of integrity.
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations.
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort.
• Observance of strict confidentiality.
• Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle.
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours.

Qualifications

Essential

• Newly qualified GP (within 2 years and not having had a substantive post) with full GMC registration and license to practice.
• Certificate of Completion of Training in General Practice/Certificate. Confirming Eligibility for General Practice Registration, or equivalent.
• Included on Medical Performers List.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience of working in a GP training practice using SystmOne and/or EMIS.

Person Specification Experience Essential Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice. Understanding of evidence-based practice. Evidence of working autonomously, with some support and supervision. Experience of using electronic clinical patient records. Experience of medicines management. Ability to effectively triage, assess and diagnose. Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly. Assessing and managing acute deteriorations/exacerbations of Long-Term Conditions. Understands the importance of evidence-based practice. Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely. Broad knowledge of clinical governance. Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs. Desirable Understanding of policy developments related to the delivery of primary care services including General Practice, the GMS contract, Clinical Governance, Network Contract DES and Quality & Outcomes Framework. Knowledge of public health issues/health needs of the local area. Knowledge of health-promotion strategies. Other Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including recording of accurate clinical notes. Strong IT skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook. Effective time management (Planning, Organising and Prioritising), with excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to work autonomously, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to listen and empathise whilst being honest and caring. Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure with and understanding of the audit process. Polite and confident, flexible and cooperative. Motivated, forward thinker with ability to use own judgement and common sense. Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required. High levels of integrity. Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations. Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations. Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient. Commitment to ongoing professional development. Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort. Observance of strict confidentiality. Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle. Flexibility to work outside of core office hours. Qualifications Essential Newly qualified GP (within 2 years and not having had a substantive post) with full GMC registration and license to practice. Certificate of Completion of Training in General Practice/Certificate. Confirming Eligibility for General Practice Registration, or equivalent. Included on Medical Performers List. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Experience of working in a GP training practice using SystmOne and/or EMIS.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Durham Health CIC

Address

The Surgery

Ashmore Terrace

Wheatley Hill

County Durham

DH6 3NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southdurhamhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South Durham Health CIC

Address

The Surgery

Ashmore Terrace

Wheatley Hill

County Durham

DH6 3NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southdurhamhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Have you got an interest and a passion in Mental Health? We are looking to recruit a highly motivated nurse to work across our Adult Mental Health Planned Care services within Durham Tees Valley Urgent Care. You will be willing to provide an enthusiastic approach in supporting staff and students in their professional development through effective clinical leadership, sharing of knowledge and modelling the highest professional standards.

We are seeking an individual who shares and promotes our vision and values and who is interested in further development of self and others and in quality improvement. If you are an ambitious member of staff willing to provide energy and enthusiasm to drive Practice Development Nursing forward and are dynamic and interested in pro-actively supporting the facilitation of training and development for our clinical nursing teams, then you could be the person we are looking for.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

Candidates should hold a current professional registration with a professional body along with a recognised clinical teaching qualification or equivalent clinical mentoring and teaching experience. With a commitment to continual quality and service improvement, you will be responsible for ensuring services provide a progressive learning and development environment for all grades of staff including temporary staff and will ensure a high standard of care delivery through specialist knowledge and skills in clinical practice, providing advice, mentoring, supervision and training across services. You will implement key practice developments and quality initiatives in order to achieve excellence in patient care in partnership with nursing and clinical multidisciplinary teams.

You will provide a Senior Nursing perspective in discussions with senior medical and clinical colleagues, Heads of Nursing and operational managers in developing a co-ordinated approach to service delivery which is informed by good nursing practice. You will promote and contribute to inter-professional learning activities across services and implement in-house teaching.

The post holder will be responsible for their personal and professional development whilst undertaking this role.

The role requires successful candidates to work across 7 days on a roster with an expectation to be able to work outside of 9-5 most days.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for further detailed information regarding the role and main responsibilities.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration with professional body
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma supplemented by specialist training or equivalent experience to master's level equivalent
• Recognised clinical teaching qualification or equivalent clinical mentoring and teaching experience
• Leadership qualification or willingness to work towards. Qualification must be achieved within agreed timescale
• Quality Improvement Systems for Leaders or willing to undertake within agreed timescale
• Evidence of continuous personal development
• Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience working with people with complex mental ill health or learning disabilities in an inpatient or community environment.
• Extensive experience working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
• Extensive experience in a clinical nurse leadership role
• Extensive experience providing clinical supervision, mentoring and teaching to healthcare professionals and students.
• Experience of been involved in the delivering of change and service improvement
• Experience of resolving complex and challenging situations in collaboration with other disciplines and agencies

Desirable

• Use of the Trust's quality Improvement System to implement change
• Experience of working alongside higher education providers

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Sound knowledge of principles of nursing and how to apply these in a practice setting
• Significant evidenced based knowledge of best practice in caring for patients in the designated field.
• Good understanding of relevant legislation and guidance (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, CPA, Safe Staffing) and its application in practice.
• Good understanding of clinical governance and its application in practice
• Good understanding of Recovery principles and application in practice
• Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
• Detailed understanding of Care Programme Approach and its application in practice.
• Detailed understanding of Clinical Risk Assessment and Management/Harm Minimisation and its application in practice
• Research and development methodology
• Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment.
• The Trust's Quality Improvement System (QIS) (or within agreed timescale)
• Working knowledge of HR policies and procedures and when to escalate to the HR Department
• Provide effective leadership
• Influence, initiate and manage change effectively
• Use initiative to make critical judgements and decisions independently under pressure
• Offer support to staff whilst maintaining boundaries, which enable difficult decisions to be made in an impartial and fair manner in accordance with Trust policies and procedures
• Engage with vulnerable people and work effectively in distressing and challenging circumstances
• Work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team
• Use a range of IT skills to analyse complex data and produce statistical reports
• Influence and work collaboratively with senior managers and external partners
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of people including the use of multimedia materials for presentations in formal settings
• Provide effective clinical supervision, teaching, training and assessing in clinical practice
• Produce high quality reports, policies etc
• Use approved techniques in physical intervention
• Use clinical skills appropriate to the area of work e.g. intramuscular injections

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting salaried General Practitioners to join its Urgent Treatment Centres, providing safe, effective and patient-centred urgent care for children and adults.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering a 24-hour, seven-day service across County Durham. The role includes daytime, overnight and weekend working across agreed UTC locations, in line with your rota and job plan.

Working autonomously within the agreed service scope, you will assess and manage undifferentiated illness and injury, identify patients requiring emergency or specialist care and support timely access to appropriate treatment. You will be clinically accountable to the Clinical Lead and operationally accountable to the General Manager.

The nominal base is University Hospital of North Durham withwork across the Trust's UTC sites. Full-time and part-time applications are welcomed.

You will also have opportunities to teach and support colleagues, contribute to clinical governance and improve services through evidence and patient feedback.

Main duties of the job

You will assess, diagnose and treat patients presenting with urgent illness and injury, prioritising clinical need and recognising serious illness or deterioration. You will agree treatment plans, prescribe safely, request and review appropriate investigations, and arrange referral, discharge or follow-up.

You will provide face-to-face consultations and telephone assessment where commissioned. Home visits will be undertaken where included in the agreed service model and job plan.

Clear communication, shared decision-making and recorded safety-netting advice will be central to your practice. You will maintain accurate clinical records and provide structured handovers, including outstanding results and unresolved risks.

Working with advanced practitioners, nurses, pharmacy and operational colleagues, you will support safe patient flow and provide clinical advice within your competence. You will contribute to safeguarding, incident learning, audit, quality improvement and teaching, while maintaining professional registration, appraisal, revalidation and required training.

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.

Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.

For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.

Please note that we may close any vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is clinically accountable to the Clinical Lead and operationally accountable to the General Manager, providing urgent medical care as part of a 24-hour, seven-day service across County Durham, working across agreed Trust UTC locations within the service scope and job plan. The role includes daytime, overnight and weekend working in line with the agreed rota.

Clinical assessment and management

Assess, diagnose and manage urgent illness and injury, using clinical judgement, evidence and local pathways.

Provide face-to-face and telephone consultations, with home visits where included in the agreed service model.

Recognise serious illness and deterioration, initiate treatment within competence and arrange timely escalation or transfer.

Request appropriate investigations, ensure results are acted upon and prescribe safely.

Involve patients in decisions, provide clear safety-netting advice and arrange referral, discharge or follow-up.

Safe care and clinical governance

Maintain accurate clinical records and follow Trust policies and professional standards.

Act on safeguarding concerns, obtain valid consent, assess capacity where relevant and maintain confidentiality.

Report incidents and risks, escalate safety concerns and contribute to audit, improvement and learning from patient feedback.

Teamworking and clinical support

Work with multidisciplinary colleagues to coordinate care and support safe patient flow.

Provide clinical advice, teaching and supervision within competence and agreed accreditation.

Ensure clear handovers of outstanding investigations, patients awaiting review and unresolved risks.

Service development and professional practice

Contribute to service improvement, pathway development and approved research where appropriate.

Address barriers to access, arrange reasonable adjustments and promote self-care.

Maintain professional registration, relevant competencies, continuing development, appraisal, revalidation and mandatory training.

Appointment requirements are detailed in the person specification.

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post, with reasonable adjustments where required.
• Able to work the agreed rota and service operating hours as specified in the job plan.
• Demonstrates patient-centred care, respect, compassion and behaviours consistent with Trust values.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and responding to individual patient needs.
• Willingness to raise concerns, reflect on practice and act on feedback.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to assess, diagnose and manage undifferentiated presentations within the agreed UTC service scope.
• Ability to recognise serious illness, clinical deterioration and safeguarding concerns, and arrange timely escalation or referral.
• Sound clinical judgement, including recognition of personal limits and when to seek advice.
• Knowledge of safe prescribing, antimicrobial stewardship and evidence-informed practice.
• Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with patients, families and colleagues, including explaining uncertainty and providing safety-netting advice.
• Ability to prioritise clinical workload and make safe decisions in a busy service.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of consent, mental capacity, confidentiality and professional responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain accurate electronic clinical records.
• Understanding of clinical governance, incident reporting, audit and quality improvement.

Desirable

• Knowledge of local urgent care pathways and community services.
• Experience using SystmOne.
• Skills in telephone assessment and remote consultation.
• Additional clinical skills relevant to the agreed UTC scope, including minor injury assessment and management.

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience gained through GP training or subsequent practice in assessing and managing acute and undifferentiated illness.
• Experience caring for patients across the age range including children and adults.
• Experience of multidisciplinary working, referral and clinical handover.
• Evidence of participation in clinical audit, quality improvement or learning from incidents and patient feedback.

Desirable

• Experience working in an urgent treatment centre, out-of-hours service, emergency department or comparable urgent care setting.
• Experience supporting or supervising multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Experience teaching healthcare professionals or learners.
• Experience contributing to service development or clinical pathway improvement.

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised primary medical qualification.
• Completion of GP specialty training, or an alternative recognised route to entry onto the GMC GP Register, by the date of appointment.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to general practice and urgent care.
• Safeguarding and resuscitation training appropriate to the role, or willingness to complete required updates before undertaking relevant duties.

Desirable

• Additional qualifications or training relevant to urgent care, paediatrics, minor injuries, medical education or clinical leadership.
• Recognised teaching or clinical supervision qualification.

Statutory Registration

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a current licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the GMC GP Register by the date of appointment.
• Participation in appraisal and revalidation appropriate to professional requirements.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a BankGeneral Practitioner to join our healthcare team at Derwentside IRC. Derwentside IRC is an Immigration Removal Centre based in Consett, County Durham. The site supports up to 80 women aged 18+ with primary care, mental health and substance misuse service. GP sessions are similar to those in community and focus mainly on acute needs with a holistic and trauma informed approach.

Hours

Monday - Sunday

• AM: 08:00 - 12:00
• PM: 13:00 - 17:00

Salary

This is Bank role offering an hourly rate of£88.00

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

Our General Practitioners are extremely valued and are well respected members of the Prison Healthcare community, as a General Practitioner, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Deliver first class healthcare to a diverse group of patients, and therefore as a General Practitioner at Practice Plus Group you get the opportunity to further develop your knowledge in areas you wouldnt usually experience within a practice, or even A&E environment.
• Provide clinical assessment and diagnosis to patients requirements and make timely decisions regarding future management.
• Provide a highly specialist resource to other members of the healthcare team at site, as well as the patients you work with having active
• involvement in clinical governance and effectiveness activities.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesn't stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Requirements

• MBChB or MBBS
• Inclusion on the GMC Register and GP Performers List
• Evidence of engagement with annual appraisal
• Experience working as a General Practitioner in community general practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Ability to work with patients with a history of substance misuse
• RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse 1 and 2, or prepared to undertake these qualifications

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a GP you will respond to medical problems presented by detainees including diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral as appropriate in line with guidelines and pathways. Including prescribing for detainees, regularly review medications and monitor repeat prescriptions.

You will;

Provide medical leadership and expert advice, regarding medical and primary care issues to the wider healthcare team; engaging with the Practice Plus Group wellbeing approach

Deliver effective detainee care developing high levels of communication with detainees; identifying and utilising evidence based best practice through benchmarking and clinical guidelines. Undertaking appropriate clinical audit to improve clinical outcomes

Inspire and develop positive collaborative working relationships across the multidisciplinary team; working with the wider team to ensure effective clinical governance is incorporated into day to day practice

Promote multidisciplinary discussions around complex case management, ensuring systems and processes in place for managing results, letters, and tasks. Undertake clinical risk assessments and implement management strategies for risks

Share and disseminate acquired knowledge with all team members through development sessions and clinical governance meetings or clinical case reviews

Person Specification

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

The post holder will support PHD's long-established Enhanced Health in Care Homes team with the work they do with medicines optimisation and support to Care Homes with medicines management. There will be a requirement to support MDTs for Care Home residents to support proper management of residents in relation to best use of medications.

The role is advertised as 37.5 hours per week, although we are happy to consider applications from candidates looking for a 30-hour working week

In this position, you will be employed by Primary Healthcare Darlington on behalf of Darlington Primary Care Network in a role funded through the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) and the General Practice Network Contract Directed Enhanced Service (2026/27). As part of your role, you will work closely with the PCN and the General Practices across Darlington

Main duties of the job

Be an independent prescriber or commit to completing training to become a prescriber.

Support the Pharmacy Technicians and Care Co-ordinators in the EHiCH team.

Support colleagues and patients with medication queries and monitoring.

Undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy.

Focus on people in care homes, those with multiple co-morbidities (frailty, COPD and asthma) and people with learning disabilities or autism.

Provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines, while helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients.

Using audit and action planning, help to tackle inequalities.Provide leadership on person-centered medicines optimisation (including ensuring prescribers in the PCN practices conserve antibiotics in line with local antimicrobial stewardship guidance) and quality improvement.

About us

Primary Healthcare Darlington was established in 2014 as the local GP Federation covering 11 GP Practices covering an ever-increasing population of registered patients in Darlington, County Durham. We have a close working relationship with Darlington Primary Care Network, which commissions services and projects that PHD provides for the town. We have close links with Darlington Borough Council and local NHS Foundation Trusts and have the full support and backing of North East and North Cumbria ICB.

Working from dedicated premises close to Darlington Memorial Hospital we provide NHS, Public Health and Private Medical Services.

We are an award-winning company who places the wellbeing of our staff at the heart of everything we do. As a company we offer staff access to free counselling services, protected time to develop professionally, access to high-quality training and development, free tea and coffee and chilled, filtered water and much more

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a pharmacist role working within the PCN for the Enhanced Health in Care Home - EHICH Team

Within the EHICH Team, the Clinical Pharmacist will support the Pharmacy Technicians in delivering Structured Medication Reviews in the monthly Care Home MDT, deliver a programme of medicines optimisation across care homes and GP practices, support with covert medication plans, medication queries and deliver clinical supervision to the Pharmacy Technicians.

Key responsibilities:

Be an independent prescriber or commit to completing training to become a prescriber.

Support colleagues and patients with medication queries and monitoring.

Undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy.

Focus on people in care homes, those with multiple co-morbidities including frailty, COPD and asthma, and people with learning disabilities or autism.

Provide specialist expertise in the use of medicines, while helping to address both the public health and social care needs of patients.

Using audit and action planning, to help to tackle inequalities.

Provide leadership on person-centered medicines optimisation including ensuring prescribers in the PCN practices conserve antibiotics in line with local antimicrobial stewardship guidance and quality improvement.

Contribute to the General Practice quality and outcomes framework - QOF and enhanced services.

Use structured medication reviews to support patients to take their medications to get the best from them, reduce waste and promote self-care.

Contribute pharmaceutical advice for the development and implementation of new services that have medicinal components e.g. advice on treatment pathways and patient information leaflets.

Work with general practice teams to ensure that practices are compliant with CQC standards where medicines are involved for care home patients.

Develop relationships and work closely with other pharmacy professionals across Primary Care and the wider health and social care system.

Take a central role in the clinical aspects of shared care protocols, liaison with specialist pharmacists, liaison with community pharmacists and anticoagulation services.

Undertake the Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education - CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway or equivalent primary care training pathway.

Provide Clinical Supervision for Pharmacy Technicians within the PCN Enhanced Health in Care Home team.

Assist with care home medication requests, medication advice, covert administration advice from the Enhanced Health in Care Home Team.

The above list of duties is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as deemed necessary

Aims/Goals of post

Improved medication outcomes for patients

Improved patient safety and medication optimisation

Improved efficiency of medication changes

Effective management of shared care drugs

Improved prescribing for care home residents

Reduced GP workload

Reduced medication costs by formulary prescribing cost- effective alternatives

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven ability to recognise and manage risk
• Ability to work to personal limitations and when to refer to appropriate colleagues
• Able to work flexibly with changing priorities
• Strong problem solver

Desirable

• Knowledge of structured medication reviews
• Frailty and Care Home experience
• Participation in QIP and implemented change

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Experience of common acute and long-term conditions
• Knowledge of structured medication reviews
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Excellent influencing and negotiating skills
• Excellent concentration skills
• Rigorous in following legal, ethical, professional & organisational
• policies and codes of conduct
• Able to manage own workload & work independently
• Commitment to reducing health inequalities

Desirable

• Experience in using SystmOne
• Up to date knowledge of CQC regulations in general practice and in particular medicines management
• Track record of improvement opportunities through QIP and audit

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Pharmacy
• Registration with General Pharmaceutical Council
• Completed or willing to commit to completing CPPE pathway or other primary care training pathway

Desirable

• Independent Prescribing qualification
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a pharmacist

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

This post forms part of the Directorate of Adult Mental Health within the North Yorkshire and York Locality area of Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust.

Scarborough is a town on the north coast of Yorkshire, England with a population of just over 67.000 people (2019 census). Scarborough is the largest holiday resort on the Yorkshire coast.

This post has arisen due to increased financial provision into the area.

The post covers the provision of medical leadership to the Outer area of the Scarborough Community Mental Health Team (SICT). The division between outer and central sections is purely for medical cover purposes and follows an equitable division of local GP surgeries. The community team continues to operate as one community team. The job is split into 3 sessions of supporting professional activities (SPA) and 7 sessions of direct clinical care (DCC).

The post is based at The Ellis Centre, 18 Dean Road, Scarborough which is a unit to house the facilities to support the delivery of community care to adults. The community team receives an average of 100 - 120 referrals per calendar month with only a small proportion requiring assessments by the psychiatric team.

The community team works under the principles of purposeful and productive care delivery involving collaborative work. The post holder, as a member of the leadership cell, is expected to provide medical leadership to the Outer section of the community team and enhance the quality of care interventions.

Main duties of the job

The appointed consultant will be expected to provide key medical leadership to the Community Mental Health Outer Team in Scarborough. The post holder is not expected to hold a care coordination role but may be expected to be the clinical lead for a specific cohort of patients stabilised on Clozapine and Lithium treatments (estimated caseload of 20-30 patients).

The post holder will have an average of 8 patients on CTO/MOJ. They will not have a case load of their own but will work with other members of the multidisciplinary team, to ensure patient safety and appropriate care is delivered.

The post-holders core clinical duties will involve formulation, review and leadership meetings, MHAct related work, and involvement in complex care planning meetings. Based on Royal College recommendations, Outpatient work will comprise 3,5 PAs; Clinical Admin 1 PA; MDT work 1 PA; Emergencies 1 PA and MHA work 0,5 PAs..Management of patients on CTO, including assessments/reviews and attending tribunals and panels as appropriate.

The post-holder will be expected to provide clinical supervision to a resident doctor.andexpected to provide clinical placements for Medical Undergraduates form Hull York Medical School.

Further information can be found in the attached Job Description.

About us

We are one of the largest specialist mental health and learning disabilities trusts in the country operating from sites in Durham, Teesside, North Yorkshire and York and Selby. We provide a range inpatient and community services to people living in County Durham, the Tees Valley, Scarborough, Whitby, Ryedale, Harrogate, Hambleton and Richmondshire. We also provide additional specialist services to other parts of Northern England.

We deliver our services by working in partnership with eight local authorities and clinical commissioning groups, a wide range of voluntary organisations, as well as service users, their carers and the public.

Psychiatrists are essential contributors to our mental health teams. Service users expect and are justified to expect collaborative relationships with dedicated psychiatrists who work consistently as part of effective services. The Medical Directorate and Medical Development Team are striving to improve medical workforce recruitment and retention in a variety of ways and the cornerstone of these efforts is The TEWV Charter for the Medical Workforce. (Please see attached Supporting Document).

Job description

Job responsibilities

More detailed information about the post can be found on the job description attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Leadership

Essential

• Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback. Able to influence and persuade to improve services Able to take on leadership role in multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust. Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment Able to adapt to and lead service change.

Desirable

• Able to take on a leadership role outside the multidisciplinary team. Understanding of NHS & wider health economy and its implications for the work of the Trust. Trained to standard equivalent to level 2 in TEWV Trust Quality improvement system

Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning

Essential

• Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Participated in continuous professional development Participated in research or service evaluation. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit.

Desirable

• Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation. Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications. Has led clinical audits leading to service change

Qualifications

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of gaining CCT
• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment

Desirable

• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
• MRCPsych or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Clinical Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Excellent knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a 27 hour part time HCA post to join our nursing team at Bewick Crescent Surgery. We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant who is able to provide a high standard of patient care and services such as venepuncture, ECG recording, Blood pressure, and a wide variety of other HCA duties. The role is varied and covers a range of duties, and training can be given if needed to the right candidate. We are a supportive team and actively encourage and support learning and career progression. We believe in teamwork and we are looking for the correct candidates who understand this and will fit into our team ethos.

Hours are negotiable to suit business needs and patient care delivery. Salary scale is dependent upon experience and qualifications.

Main duties of the job

We would like the successful candidates to undertake a wide variety of HCA duties which will include:

• Venepuncture
• Blood pressure recording
• ECG (including 24 hour monitoring)
• Diabetic foot care assessments.
• Urinalysis
• Immunisations - Flu and Pneumonia
• IM injections - B12
• Ear irrigation
• New Patient Health Checks
• NHS Health Checks.
• Chaperoning.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be subject to change depending upon patient needs. Full training will be provided if required.

The successful candidate must possess the ability to work within the MDT as well as being able to work independently and manage their own caseload.

About us

Bewick Crescent Surgery is a well known large GP practice located within Newton Aycliffe. It provides care to a practice population of approximately 13,500 patients. The wider practice team consists of 4 GP partners and 5 salaried GP's as well as the nursing and admin teams. The nursing team has 2 advanced nurse practitioners and 1 nurse practitioner, 4 practice nurses, 2 nursing associates and 4 healthcare assistants.

We provide a supportive and caring team environment which radiates throughout the whole practice team. We believe in working hard to meet the needs of our patient population, and like to go the extra mile to achieve this where possible.

You will entitled to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays pro rata to hours worked.

Salary is dependent upon skills and experience. There is the option to join or remain part of the NHS Pension scheme.

Annual mandatory training as well as paid training courses depending upon business needs.

The successful candidate will undergo a DBS check which the surgery will pay for.

Job description

Job responsibilities

BEWICK CRESCENT SURGERY

Job Description

Role: Health Care Assistant

Name:

Location: Bewick Crescent Surgery

Responsible to: Nurse Manager

Job summary.

Provide patient care and services such as blood sampling, ECG monitoring, blood pressures etc.

Key contact for patients when visiting the surgery with efficient communication with the clinical nursing and GP teams essential. Support clinics where required e.g. Diabetic and Rheumatology, Diabetic foot checks, Complete NHS health checks

Venepuncture taking blood samples from patients using vaccutainer system. Specialised techniques e.g. butterfly using alternate areas on body, supporting clinics including diabetes, NHS Checks and GPs requests.

Blood Pressures taking blood pressures on patients using electronic equipment.Following practice protocols, taking appropriate action with either follow up monitoring, or GP referrals. Set up home blood pressure monitoring and process results.

ECGs performing heart tracings on patients, down loading information onto computer system and extracting an A4 printout for GPs attention, taking appropriate action according to results i.e.; urgent attention, GP appointment, routine monitoring. Liaise with manufacturer for reporting equipment faults and system issues. Action when necessary.

Including setting up and fitting of 24 hour ECGs and process results.

Diabetic foot care checks Screen diabetic patients for vascular and neuropathy assessments providing foot care advice when necessary. Refer onwards as required.

Urine testing urine specimens for anomalies, i.e. protein, glucose, blood, nitrites etc taking correct action. Labelling and sending samples to laboratory for appropriate testing requirements using the ICE system.

Chaperoning - at GPs request, attending patient examinations, consoling and reassuring patients when necessary.

Smoking cessatior first point of contact for patients wishing to quit smoking. Refer to the appropriate smoking cessation service.

Update patient records using the correct read codes after every consultation. Always check demographic data as per protocols. Use templates wherever available for data entry.

Vaccinations: Administer B12, pneumococcal and flu vaccinations as required.

NHS checks: first point of contact for patient. Collate family history, take required measurements, monitor BP and take relevant bloods. Refer to GP when required.

Minor Operations Clinic: support the clinician in performing the minor operations clinic by setting up room, equipment and ensuring relevant injections are there for the patients attending.

Ear Irrigation: checking patients ear, and irrigating with water to remove wax, ensuring ear drums are intact and informing the patient of risks and aftercare.

General Duties

E-mail: Read them daily and take necessary action on any message received.

Tasks and notifications: Read daily and take necessary action on any tasks or briefings.

GP Team Net: check daily. Acknowledge items when required. Update training record & upload certificates.

Standard worksheets/station logs: check your workstation log daily for updates; update/create worksheets as appropriate. Maintain the current standard of work sheets.

Receive and make calls as required. Divert calls and take messages as appropriate, create a task for all messages to nurses, GPs and Practice/Assistant Practice Manager. Do not use paper. Log all dialogue with patients in Systmone.

Deal with all telephone calls including appointments, divert as necessary.

Ensure your training records are kept up to date transition to GPTN.

Ensure all surgery policy documents are the most recent version and remove old versions from all work stations.

Attend meetings and training events as required.

Remove room name plate from door when not in use. Ensure the name plate follows you to avoid patient confusion.

Other Duties

• Be able to analyse patient information and take appropriate action in order to accommodate patients needs and requirements.
• Recognise when follow up appointments may be necessary. Using set protocols as a guide to patient care. Have the ability to refer patients to the correct clinicians where appropriate.
• Perform administration procedures by updating patient records and information data.
• Liaise with GPs/Nurses/ internal clinicians and staff as needed and appropriate to do so.
• Adhere to Health and Safety requirements e.g. COSHH, reporting of accidents and incidents.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection throughout.
• Maintain a high standard of training in order to meet practice requirements and deliver a gold standard care package to patients. Ensure all competency assessments are undertaken prior to delivery of service.

Skills Required

• Phlebotomy
• Clinical Skills
• Excellent communication and rapport with patients
• Excellent IT skills

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Bewick Crescent Surgery
• Person Specification Health Care Assistant
• Essential (Standard Performance)
• Communication
• Able to demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
• Communicate with and support patients who are receiving bad news
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.
• Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication.
• Maintain effective communication within the practice environment and with external stakeholders.
• Act as an advocate for patients and colleagues.
• Ensure awareness of sources of support and guidance (e.g. Carer support leaflets, NHS checks leaflets) and provide information in an acceptable format to all patients
• Good Clinical Practice
• Recognise and work within own competence and refer onwards as required
• Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Conduct infection control audits
• Support and participate in shared learning across the practice , students and wider organisation.
• Assess the impact of policy implementation on care delivery in the HCA rooms
• Understand and apply legal issues that support the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults, and be aware of statutory child/vulnerable patients health procedures and local guidance.
• Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice.
• Assist in the updating of Practice protocols, standard operating procedures and policy.
• In participation with the Bewick Protocols, ensure the maintenance of equipment and stock levels meet patient requirements and clinics
• Always use templates and read code entries ensuring patient data is accurate and timely.
• General
• Good IT skills: Outlook, GPTeamNet, SystmOne, scan and e-mail.
• Able to embrace change and adapt to it.
• Able to follow agreed protocols/standard work consistently.
• Take responsibility for keeping up to date with SOPs, Policies etc.
• Good attention to detail and pride in the standard of work produced, eg updated standard work sheets when change occurs
• Team worker.
• Able to use and maintain standard worksheets and policies/SOPs.
• Continued Professional Development (CPD) identified and booked in/maintained e.g. vaccination updates, safeguarding. GPTN updated whenever training has been completed.
• Desirable (Above Standard/Outstanding Performance)
• Able to recognise areas for improvement and make relevant suggestions.
• Able to recognise potential issues/problems and offer solutions.
• Able to feedback honestly and openly to colleagues, Managers and clinicians.
• Able to train/coach others, eg in differing skills, new techniques
• Takes responsibility for own learning and development, eg identifying areas for improvement, training required, using allocated PLT time for personal development, mandatory training etc.
• Outstanding patient skills, eg going the extra mile, consistently good feedback from patients and colleagues, working for the team