Geriatrician Consultant

3 days ago

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Title: Consultant Care of the Elderly

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Consultant Geriatrician to join our Frailty Intervention Team at Royal Lancaster Infirmary. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in developing and delivering high-quality care to our patients with frailty.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Geriatrician to join our team and contribute to the development of a new model of care for patients with frailty in the Morecambe Bay area. You will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to patients with complex needs, and contribute to the development of our Frailty Intervention Team pathway.

Key Responsibilities
  • Undertake patient assessments for Frail & Older patients attending the emergency department to help patients return to their normal place of residency at the earliest opportunity
  • Provide care for acutely unwell, frail patients on the AFU
  • Review appropriate patients classed as Outliers
  • Contribute to service development and quality improvement
  • Provide leadership and work as part of and develop our team
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

  • Full registration with the General Medical Council MRCP or equivalent
  • Certificate of completion in specialist training (CCT) in general internal medicine (GIM) and geriatric medicine or within 6 months of completion of training at the time of interview
  • MD or PhD degree
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including:

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Access to the latest medical technology and equipment

We are committed to providing high-quality care to our patients and are looking for a Consultant Geriatrician who shares our values and is passionate about delivering excellent care.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced Consultant Geriatrician looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your CV and a covering letter, to [insert contact details].

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