Salaried GP in Sunderland

Here is an opportunity to become part of our friendly and supportive team to help provide great care for our 8000+ patients. We are looking for an experienced salaried GP to recruit, working 4-8 sessions per week.

Main duties of the job

• To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the GMS contract.
• The post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with the multidisciplinary team.

About us

We are looking for the right candidate who is willing to join in and contribute to our practice. We are a friendly, family practice offering quality clinical care to our patients with a list size of 8000+. Good transport links - our premises is situated on the A690 in Sunderland, easily reached from the A19 & A1. Our team is currently composed of 2 GP partners, 4 Nurse Practitioners, 2 Practice Nurses, a Nurse Associate and a Trainee Nurse Associate, 2 Healthcare Assistants and a full team of Administrators. We have a great team spirit and the health and wellbeing of all our staff is very important to us. We are an inclusive, patient-focused practice and always striving to provide our patients with high-quality care and our CQC rating is good overall.

Job responsibilities

Role Overview

The post-holder will work as part of the clinical team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care within a primary care setting. The role involves managing a wide range of clinical presentations, supporting continuity of care, and contributing to the overall development of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective, and autonomous clinical care to patients presenting with a wide range of undifferentiated health concerns.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage patient conditions, including those presenting without a prior diagnosis.
• Deliver consultations via face-to-face, telephone, and home visits as appropriate.
• Undertake triage and prioritisation of patient requests in line with practice protocols.
• Manage and action clinical workload including test results, prescriptions, correspondence, and patient queries in a timely manner.
• Prescribe appropriately in accordance with local and national prescribing guidance.
• Identify risk factors and support early diagnosis and prevention of disease.
• Develop and review personalised care plans in partnership with patients.
• Provide health promotion and education to support improved patient outcomes.

Governance & Quality

• Work in line with practice policies, clinical guidelines, and governance frameworks.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and contemporaneous clinical records in line with agreed standards.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement activities, and clinical review processes.
• Contribute to effective management of patients with long-term conditions.
• Support safe prescribing and appropriate use of clinical coding.

Practice & Team Contribution

• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Build effective working relationships across the practice and with external stakeholders.
• Contribute to practice meetings, significant event reviews, and service development discussions.
• Manage incoming clinical correspondence and ensure appropriate follow-up actions.

Professional Development

• Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge through continuous professional development (CPD).
• Participate in appraisal, audit, and reflective practice.
• Contribute to peer learning and support within the GP team.

Practice Responsibilities

• Record patient data promptly and accurately using the clinical system.
• Participate in practice audits and data quality improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and guidance including: Data protection and confidentiality, Health & safety, Safeguarding (children and adults).
• Maintain mandatory training including CPR, anaphylaxis, and safeguarding.

Training & Development

• Engage fully in practice-led and external training opportunities.
• Participate in ongoing feedback and supervision to support development.
• Contribute to a supportive learning environment within the practice.

Confidentiality

Maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times, ensuring that all personal and clinical information is handled in accordance with data protection legislation and practice policies.

Health & Safety

• Take responsibility for personal and team safety in line with practice policy.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the working environment.
• Report and respond to incidents appropriately.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Treat all patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity and respect.
• Deliver care in a non-judgemental and inclusive manner.
• Support equality in access to services and patient care.

Quality & Performance

• Take responsibility for own clinical performance and professional conduct.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the practice.
• Work effectively with colleagues and external agencies to meet patient needs.
• Manage workload efficiently and prioritise appropriately.

Communication

• Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues.
• Adapt communication methods to meet individual patient needs.
• Support a positive and collaborative team environment.

Person Specification

• Professional Values & Behaviours
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team-based environment.
• Demonstrates a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgemental approach to patient care.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism, accountability, and integrity.
• Willingness to engage in audit, quality improvement, and service development.

• Qualifications
• Fully qualified General Practitioner with Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent.
• Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise.
• On the NHS Performers List.
• Evidence of annual appraisal and revalidation (where applicable).
• Current Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• Current CPR and anaphylaxis certification.
• Eligible to work in the UK (including work permit where required).
• Evidence of ongoing continued professional development (CPD).
• Additional postgraduate qualifications, diplomas or specialist interests.
• Interest or experience in teaching, mentoring, or research.

• Knowledge & Skills
• Understanding of the health and social care needs of a general practice population.
• Awareness of the needs of vulnerable and underserved patient groups.
• Strong clinical decision-making skills with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• High standard of clinical record keeping and data accuracy.
• Effective time management and organisational skills, including prioritisation under pressure.
• Analytical skills to support clinical reasoning and decision-making.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and professional standards.
• Knowledge of: Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF), Demand, capacity and triage management in primary care, Clinical coding systems (e.g. Read/SNOMED).
• Experience working with vulnerable populations (e.g. homeless patients, refugees, looked after children).

• Experience
• Experience of working in UK general practice.
• Completion of General Practice Specialist Training (GP VTS).
• Demonstrable experience managing a broad range of clinical presentations.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary, skill-mixed team.
• Understanding and application of clinical and information governance principles.
• Experience of maintaining high standards of record keeping and clinical documentation.
• Evidence of reflective practice and self-audit.
• Experience using clinical systems (e.g. EMIS Web).
• Experience supporting practice or pathway change initiatives.

• Additional Requirements
• Full UK driving licence (if home visits are required).
• Ability to manage workload effectively and work flexibly to meet service needs.
• Compliance with all relevant policies including confidentiality, safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection.

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.