Senior Consultant in Geriatric Medicine

3 weeks ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Position Overview

We are seeking applications for the role of Senior Consultant in Geriatric Medicine within our esteemed healthcare organization. This position involves collaboration with a dedicated team of consultants to deliver exceptional care to the elderly population.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

  • Provide leadership in delivering a Consultant-led service that adheres to the highest standards of patient care.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to establish and refine clinical pathways and guidelines.
  • Foster effective working relationships with inpatient units, outpatient services, and emergency care departments.
  • Encourage and maintain strong communication with colleagues across various departments and primary care.
  • Offer educational guidance and clinical support to junior medical staff and other team members.
  • Ensure the availability of relevant information to assess clinical performance and establish meaningful benchmarks.
  • Implement a thorough review process to evaluate service quality, addressing both successes and areas for improvement.
  • Exemplify professional leadership, embodying the core values and behaviors of the organization.
  • Oversee the training and development of junior doctors in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in the performance appraisal of medical staff within the department.

About Our Organization

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is committed to providing high-quality hospital and community healthcare services. Serving a diverse population, we operate multiple facilities and employ a substantial workforce dedicated to improving health outcomes.

We are engaged in significant capital development initiatives aimed at enhancing our service delivery, including the establishment of specialized medical centers and upgrades to existing facilities.

Clinical Duties

The role includes:

  • Engaging in acute medical intake processes and providing ongoing supervision for patients under your care.
  • Collaborating with fellow consultants to ensure comprehensive care across all aspects of elderly patient management.
  • Contributing to the development and application of clinical protocols and audits.
  • Providing advisory services to colleagues in various specialties regarding elderly patient care.
  • Participating in educational programs for both postgraduate and undergraduate medical training.
  • Involvement in the assessment and appraisal of junior medical staff.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Qualifications

  • Full registration with the General Medical Council.
  • Entry onto the Specialist Register or a UK SpR within the stipulated timeframe.
  • MRCP or equivalent qualification.
  • Experience in teaching medical professionals at various levels.
  • Proven ability to provide expert clinical opinions on a range of medical emergencies and rehabilitation.
  • A minimum of four years of experience at SpR level or equivalent.
  • Strong skills in leading and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Competence in managing clinical risks and making critical decisions.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Postgraduate qualifications such as MD, PhD, or MSc.
  • Entry onto the Specialist Register in Geriatric Medicine.
  • Evidence of research contributions submitted for peer review.
  • Ability to apply research findings to clinical practice.
  • Participation in relevant teaching and management courses.


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