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Head of General Practice Location: The Alliance Medical Group Practices Contract type: Permanent Hours:
Full-time, or Part Time to be considered Main duties of the job
Were seeking a full-time or part-time GP to join The Alliance Medical Group, part of Sunderland GPAlliance, serving around 25,000 patients across three practices in Washington and Sunderland. Youll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and specialists in safeguarding and learning disabilities delivering integrated, patient-focused care. As a teaching and training organisation, we host GP registrars and students from medical, nursing, and paramedic backgrounds, while supporting professional growth through mentorship, peer learning, and career development. This is an opportunity to join an ambitious, forward-thinking practice that values staff wellbeing, innovation, and high-quality care. About us
For a second year in a row, Sunderland GP Alliance has been listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and Better Health At Work - Gold Award, offering 33 days annual leave plus many other benefits Sunderland GP Alliance is owned by the GP Practices of Sunderland and helps GPs work collaboratively for the benefit of patients and staff. We are a not-for-profit organisation, ensuring any surplus is reinvested back into better services for patients. Sunderland GP Alliance runs three medical practices at New Silksworth Medical Practice, South Hylton Surgery and Monument Surgeries. Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties: Provide high-quality patient care through surgery, home visits, and telephone consultations. Make professional, autonomous decisions on undifferentiated and complex presentations. Conduct triage, manage repeat prescriptions, and respond to patient queries efficiently. Screen patients for early signs of illness and proactively manage long-term conditions. Develop care plans in line with current clinical protocols. Deliver patient education and health promotion advice. Prescribe safely, adhering to Practice and CCG formulary guidance. Engage in continuous professional development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with statutory and voluntary agencies to enhance patient care. Practice Responsibilities: Participate in audit, evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives. Maintain compliance with clinical coding and data entry standards. Contribute to health and safety compliance and the safeguarding of patients. Attend meetings and engage in peer support and training initiatives. Uphold confidentiality and privacy standards for all patient and staff information. Training and Development: Actively participate in personal and team development programmes. Share expertise and support the professional growth of colleagues. Engage in peer networks to strengthen clinical practice across the Alliance. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: Respect and promote the rights, dignity, and beliefs of patients, carers, and colleagues. Deliver care in a non-judgmental, inclusive, and culturally sensitive manner. Communication & Teamwork: Maintain clear, professional communication with colleagues, patients, and external agencies. Adapt communication style to meet patient and team needs effectively. The employer is Sunderland GP Alliance and the post-holder is expected to comply with the Alliance's employment policies and procedures. Person Specification
Qualifications
Fully qualified GP with GMC registration Evidence of annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate) General practice (Vocational Training Scheme) trained On/eligible to be on a medical performers list Enhanced DBS check UK driving licence Current CPR certificate UK work permit (if required) Evidence of continued professional development Other Post Graduate Diplomas Experience/interest in research Experience/interest in teaching/training Experience
Successfully Completed General Practice Specialist Training Appropriate range of previous experience in hospital posts Clinical and Information Governance Self-audit and reflection Organised and efficient in record keeping and completion of paperwork Time management, prioritising work and working under pressure Experience of working in EMIS-Web Other
Ability to travel between various locations Understands the principles of equality and diversity Commitment to primary prevention and health improvement Commitment to addressing health inequalities and patient empowerment Desire to work within the Sunderland area Motivation and Skills
Evidence of self-directed learning Ability to articulate the core values of general practice Knowledge of current issues affecting general practice Counselling and Feedback skills Team working and interdisciplinary collaboration; Ability to maintain trust and confidence of patients; Willingness to share knowledge and collaborate across entire primary health team; Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with multi-disciplinary teams; Ability to work flexibly; Ability to recognize own limitations and act upon them appropriately; Willingness to learn new skills and to problem solve on a daily basis; An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Ability to adapt to differing workplaces Ability to challenge traditional models of working and to suggest improvements for change in a positive and inclusive manner 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.
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Head of General Practice Location: The Alliance Medical Group Practices Contract type: Permanent Hours:
Full-time, or Part Time to be considered Main duties of the job
Were seeking a full-time or part-time GP to join The Alliance Medical Group, part of Sunderland GPAlliance, serving around 25,000 patients across three practices in Washington and Sunderland. Youll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team including GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and specialists in safeguarding and learning disabilities delivering integrated, patient-focused care. As a teaching and training organisation, we host GP registrars and students from medical, nursing, and paramedic backgrounds, while supporting professional growth through mentorship, peer learning, and career development. This is an opportunity to join an ambitious, forward-thinking practice that values staff wellbeing, innovation, and high-quality care. About us
For a second year in a row, Sunderland GP Alliance has been listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work and Better Health At Work - Gold Award, offering 33 days annual leave plus many other benefits Sunderland GP Alliance is owned by the GP Practices of Sunderland and helps GPs work collaboratively for the benefit of patients and staff. We are a not-for-profit organisation, ensuring any surplus is reinvested back into better services for patients. Sunderland GP Alliance runs three medical practices at New Silksworth Medical Practice, South Hylton Surgery and Monument Surgeries. Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties: Provide high-quality patient care through surgery, home visits, and telephone consultations. Make professional, autonomous decisions on undifferentiated and complex presentations. Conduct triage, manage repeat prescriptions, and respond to patient queries efficiently. Screen patients for early signs of illness and proactively manage long-term conditions. Develop care plans in line with current clinical protocols. Deliver patient education and health promotion advice. Prescribe safely, adhering to Practice and CCG formulary guidance. Engage in continuous professional development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with statutory and voluntary agencies to enhance patient care. Practice Responsibilities: Participate in audit, evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives. Maintain compliance with clinical coding and data entry standards. Contribute to health and safety compliance and the safeguarding of patients. Attend meetings and engage in peer support and training initiatives. Uphold confidentiality and privacy standards for all patient and staff information. Training and Development: Actively participate in personal and team development programmes. Share expertise and support the professional growth of colleagues. Engage in peer networks to strengthen clinical practice across the Alliance. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: Respect and promote the rights, dignity, and beliefs of patients, carers, and colleagues. Deliver care in a non-judgmental, inclusive, and culturally sensitive manner. Communication & Teamwork: Maintain clear, professional communication with colleagues, patients, and external agencies. Adapt communication style to meet patient and team needs effectively. The employer is Sunderland GP Alliance and the post-holder is expected to comply with the Alliance's employment policies and procedures. Person Specification
Qualifications
Fully qualified GP with GMC registration Evidence of annual appraisal and revalidation (when appropriate) General practice (Vocational Training Scheme) trained On/eligible to be on a medical performers list Enhanced DBS check UK driving licence Current CPR certificate UK work permit (if required) Evidence of continued professional development Other Post Graduate Diplomas Experience/interest in research Experience/interest in teaching/training Experience
Successfully Completed General Practice Specialist Training Appropriate range of previous experience in hospital posts Clinical and Information Governance Self-audit and reflection Organised and efficient in record keeping and completion of paperwork Time management, prioritising work and working under pressure Experience of working in EMIS-Web Other
Ability to travel between various locations Understands the principles of equality and diversity Commitment to primary prevention and health improvement Commitment to addressing health inequalities and patient empowerment Desire to work within the Sunderland area Motivation and Skills
Evidence of self-directed learning Ability to articulate the core values of general practice Knowledge of current issues affecting general practice Counselling and Feedback skills Team working and interdisciplinary collaboration; Ability to maintain trust and confidence of patients; Willingness to share knowledge and collaborate across entire primary health team; Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with multi-disciplinary teams; Ability to work flexibly; Ability to recognize own limitations and act upon them appropriately; Willingness to learn new skills and to problem solve on a daily basis; An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Ability to adapt to differing workplaces Ability to challenge traditional models of working and to suggest improvements for change in a positive and inclusive manner 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.
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