• Job Description

  Req#: A1173-25-0003?language=en&page=908&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are a friendly and welcoming practice team, working from a modern, purpose-built three-storey eco-friendly, sustainable building, with ample free designated car parking in this former mining village, situated outside of Durham City and easily accessible to commuter routes (e.g., Newcastle, Sunderland, the A1).

  We are an EMIS practice, with a growing patient list of currently ca. 10,700 patients. We have a low home visiting burden, being supported by an innovative Frail & Elderly ANP post. There is also a practice employed prescribing pharmacist and First Contact Physio and Mental Health, as well as aligned PCN staff.

  The GP team is young but experienced: two GP trainers and three medical student educators with a strong teaching tradition; and if you are or want to be a trainer, then we are keen to support you. As a training practice, we are keen to foster the current and future generations of general practice staff. We offer excellent CPD opportunities, dedicated CPD time within clinical workplan, and mentoring for those newly qualified.

  Visits to the practice are most welcome: to arrange, please contact Martin Bell, Management, on martin.bell1@nhs.net or 07702 952152.

  Main duties of the job

  This is a 4 session per week general medical practitioner's role.

  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.

  The successful applicant must be able to work independently but also be a part of the larger clinical team. You will need to be able to manage your time and workload efficiently. You will receive clinical support from our GPs and the Nursing Team.

  About us

  The surgery is a modern (2008) award-winning three-storey, purpose-built medical centre, at the heart of the village, with its own car park (and reserved spaces for staff), a living roof and scenic views. You are welcome to contact us to arrange a visit.

  The surgery is a key part of Sacriston, which is a village in the northeast of County Durham,situated 3 miles (4.8 km) north of the city of Durham, with easily accessible to commuter routes (e.g., Newcastle, Sunderland, the A1).

  We are an EMIS practice, with a growing patient list of currently ca. 10,700 patients, and we have a strong tradition and practice of supporting medical students and trainees.

  Details

  Date posted

  26 June 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  Depending on experience £10k per session / 4 sessions / £40k per year

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  A1173-25-0003

  Job locations

  Front Street

  Sacriston

  Durham

  Co Durham

  DH7 6JW

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  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. Furthermore, 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. The successful applicant must be able to work independently but also be a part of the larger clinical team. You will need to be able to manage your time and workload efficiently. The role may involve some sessions (on a rota basis) working for the Extended Access Primary Care Service which we run from the practice on a Monday evening (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm). You will receive clinical support from our GPs and the Nursing Team.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  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. Furthermore, 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. The successful applicant must be able to work independently but also be a part of the larger clinical team. You will need to be able to manage your time and workload efficiently. The role may involve some sessions (on a rota basis) working for the Extended Access Primary Care Service which we run from the practice on a Monday evening (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm). You will receive clinical support from our GPs and the Nursing Team.

  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
  • General understanding of the GMS contract

  Desirable

  • Experience as a salaried GP
  • Experience of medicines 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
  • General understanding of the GMS contract

  Desirable

  • Experience as a salaried GP
  • Experience of medicines 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

  Sacriston Surgery

  Address

  Front Street

  Sacriston

  Durham

  Co Durham

  DH7 6JW

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Sacriston Surgery

  Address

  Front Street

  Sacriston

  Durham

  Co Durham

  DH7 6JW

  
  

  Employer's website

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

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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