NHSCloses in 7 days

Salaried GP (ARRS Funded)

Hartlepool & Stockton Health [H&SH]

Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1HUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

Negotiable

Contract

Fixed-Term

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

18 September 2026

7 days left

Job description

The Densham Surgery is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Salaried GP to join our well-established, independent GP practice. This is an exciting op...

We are looking for a GP who will:

  • Provide high-quality, patient-centred care
  • Undertake routine surgery sessions and associated clinical administration
  • Participate in practice meetings and clinical discussions
  • Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team
  • Support the ongoing development of practice services
  • Contribute to a positive team culture

The following are the core responsibilities of

the Salaried GP in delivering health services.

a.

The

delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b.

provision of services commensurate with the primary care contract

c.

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, utilising Practice and any other

local guidelines

d.

Generic

prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

e.

Prioritise

health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex,

urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency

care

f.

Effective

management of long-term conditions

g.

To

support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy

lifestyles and apply principles of self-care

h.

Processing

of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription

requests and other associated administrative tasks

i.

Review

medications following the appropriate policies, NICE and local clinical guidelines

and local care pathways

j.

Maintain

accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and

guidance

k.

Work

collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload

l.

Adhere

to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process

m.

Support

the delivery of anticipatory care plans

n.

Contribute

to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality

initiatives within the practice

o.

Accept

delegated responsibility for a specific area, or areas. or the QOF, as

required.

p.

Attend

and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

q.

Contribute

effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical

governance and training

r.

Be

aware of your duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and

adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and

Safeguarding Children

s.

Ensure

compliance with the appraisal process

t.

Prepare

and complete the revalidation process to remain fit to practice

u.

Commit

to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development

across the practice team

v.

Review

and always adhere to practice protocols and policies

w.

Encourage

collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a

culture of continuous improvement

x.

To

be an integral part of the general practice team as well as supporting the

wider network and multi-disciplinary team

y.

may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks, this will be

dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

In addition to the primary responsibilities,

the Salaried GP has the following wider responsibilities

a.

in the spectrum of clinical governance processes

b.

in formal training events promoting best practice in area of expertise Provide

leadership and education for members of the multi-disciplinary team, providing

guidance and support when necessary

c.

in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

All staff at this organisation have a duty to conform to the following:

Induction

Learning and development

Collaborative working

Managing information

Service delivery

Security

Professional conduct, uniforms and appearance

At Hartlepool and Stockton Health GP Federation our guiding aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of local people. Relationships are key to everything we do and by working with our practice members and their Primary Care Networks, as well as other local partners, we strive to provide excellent services that help people to live their best lives.

As part of this support, we are hosting this job advert on behalf one of our member practices, The Densham Surgery.

At The Densham Surgery, we believe that excellent patient care starts with a valued and supported team. We offer:

  • A supportive and experienced clinical and administrative team
  • Two GP Partners
  • GP Registrars and a skilled Nursing Team
  • Dedicated and experienced Support Staff
  • Strong Practice Management support
  • Clinical Pharmacist support through our Primary Care Network
  • Regular clinical meetings and opportunities for peer support
  • An open and approachable leadership style

Clinical Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP.
  • Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice.
  • Good MS Office and clinical system IT knowledge.
  • Understanding of the spectrum of clinical governance processes.
  • Excellent communication skills, written and oral, including recording of accurate clinical notes.
  • Ability to work within own scope of practice and understand when to refer to GP colleagues.
  • Experience of triage and the ability to effectively assess and diagnose.
  • Ability to listen whilst being honest and caring and be both sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
  • Understanding of the local pathology tests processes and the ability to processing the results with advising patients accordingly.
  • Ability to assess and manage acute deteriorations /exacerbations of long-term conditions.
  • Understanding of safeguarding adults and children.
  • Understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of health promotion strategies.
  • Experience of medicines management.
  • Knowledge of public health issues in the local area.
  • Understanding and knowledge of QOF and enhanced service.

Other requirements and wider responsibilities

Essential

  • Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
  • Occupational health clearance.
  • Flexibility to work outside of core office hours.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role.
  • Access to own transport and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis.

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Effective time management (planning, organising and prioritising) with excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure.
  • High levels of integrity and loyalty.
  • Ability to follow legal, ethical and professional standards, including policies and procedures.
  • Ability to use own initiative, discretion and sensitivity.
  • Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations.
  • Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity.
  • Ability to identify risk and assess/manage.
  • Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
  • Good interpersonal and organisational skills.
  • Effectively able to communicate in a clear manner and understand the needs of the patient.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.
  • Polite and confident.
  • Motivated, forward thinker.

Desirable: - Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.; - Effectively utilise resources.

Eligibility

Essential

  • Full GMC registration.
  • Performers List registration noting that confirmation on this list is adequate for DBS confirmation.
  • Conforms to the National Performers List - England and is able to perform any such service as detailed within Regulation 24 of the National Health Service - Performers Lists England Regulations 2013.
  • Appropriate defence indemnity.
  • Evidence of current validation.
  • Evidence of last appraisal.
  • Eligibility to practice in the UK independently.

Qualifications

Essential: - Qualified GP.; - MRCGP.; - Vocational Training Certificate or equivalent JCPTGP.; - Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Experience of working in a primary care environment.
  • Experience of providing home visits.
  • Minimum of two years as a salaried GP.
  • General understanding of the primary care contract.
  • Proven ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of own clinical practice.

Desirable: - An appreciation of the NHS landscape and relationship between individual organisations, PCNs and the commissioners.

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

7 September 2026

Last checked

8 September 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

HSH
Hartlepool & Stockton Health [H&SH]

NHS organisation

This listing was structured from NHS Jobs. Vacancy details and the application process remain the responsibility of the original source.

We would like to set one optional cookie that recognises your browser when you come back, so we can tell returning visitors from new ones. It stays off unless you say yes, and you can change your mind at any time. Cookies that keep you signed in are always on. Read our cookie policy