Bank General Practitioner

Practice Plus Group; Consett; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Consett is looking for a Bank General Practitioner to provide primary and acute care to patients at the Derwentside IRC. The role emphasizes a holistic approach and requires experience in community practice. The position offers a competitive rate of £81.98 per hour and flexible hours from Monday to Friday. Ideal candidates should hold relevant qualifications and be capable of supporting patients with complex needs.

Benefits

Bespoke induction

Competency framework

Learning Management System access

Employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Experience working as a General Practitioner in community general practice.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Prepared to undertake Substance Misuse qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class healthcare to a diverse group of patients.
• Provide clinical assessment and diagnosis.
• Facilitate involvement in clinical governance and effectiveness activities.

Skills

Ability to work with patients with a history of substance misuse

Clinical assessment and diagnosis

Engagement with annual appraisal

Education

MBChB or MBBS

Inclusion on the GMC Register and GP Performers List

RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse 1 and 2

Job description

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank General 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. The site is based around a 25 minute drive from Durham, and 30 minutes from Newcastle upon Tyne; suitable applicant will need to drive as public transport is limited in this area.

Hours
Session can take place Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

Salary
This position is a bank role paying £81.98 per hour, depending on experience.

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

Key responsibilities

• Deliver first‑class healthcare to a diverse group of patients, further developing knowledge in a practice or A&E environment.
• Provide clinical assessment and diagnosis to patients, making timely decisions regarding future management.
• Provide a highly specialist resource to other members of the healthcare team and to patients, facilitating involvement in clinical governance and effectiveness activities.

Learning and development

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities.
• Support to grow in your role and continue 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 secure environments, always putting patient needs first regardless of background.

Qualifications required

• 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

Employer details

Practice Plus Group
Derwentside IRC
Corbridge Road
Consett
Co Durham
DH8 6QY

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/