Consultant Physician in Geriatric Medicine – Full-Time Position
Sanctuary Personnel is an award-winning, trusted recruitment agency with a stellar TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and over 1,000 reviews. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Consultant Physician in Geriatric Medicine to join a well-respected NHS Trust in Whitehaven. This Trust is known for its commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to the local community and continually strives to improve its services through innovation and collaboration.
As a Consultant in Geriatrics, you will play a vital role in shaping and enhancing the frailty services at the Trust, providing exceptional care for older adults, and working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and collaborate with colleagues to develop an acute frailty pathway and enhance existing frailty services.
- Provide teaching, training, and supervision for Junior Doctors, Medical Students, and other multidisciplinary team members.
- Take responsibility for the care of patients on the Care of the Elderly wards at the hospital.
- Share in the educational and clinical supervision responsibilities for Junior Doctors in training.
- Engage in personal development and mandatory training to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills.
- Contribute to clinical meetings, postgraduate activities, and research initiatives within the Trust.
- Participate in clinical trials and support research and teaching projects.
- Collaborate closely with specialist teams to deliver integrated care for patients.
- Support managers and colleagues in ensuring the efficient operation of services.
- Undertake administrative duties to ensure smooth patient care and the effective running of clinical areas.
- Assist in the preparation of business plans and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
- Support the Booked Appointment Systems and other patient scheduling protocols.
- Regularly participate in Consultant Appraisals and Job Plan reviews, ensuring professional development and revalidation.
Essential Requirements:
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
- Specialist Registration in Geriatrics and General Internal Medicine (GIM), with MRCP or equivalent qualifications.
- Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT, CESR, or European Community Rights (CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview).
- Extensive clinical experience in Geriatrics and GIM, with completed Higher Specialist Training (CCT) or evidence of equivalent competency.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Proven ability to take full and independent responsibility for patient care.
Why Choose Sanctuary Personnel?
- We are a trusted recruitment partner with a 4.9/5 TrustPilot rating, offering excellent support throughout your job search.
- Opportunity to work within a forward-thinking and collaborative NHS Trust.
- Attractive salary package and the chance to make a significant impact on frailty services in the region.
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This Consultant Physician position is advertised by Craig Osborne. To apply or for further information, please click the "Apply Now" button.
