Consultant in Geriatric Medicine

2 months ago

King's Lynn, Norfolk, United Kingdom The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT Full time

Position Overview

The selected candidate will play a vital role within the General Medicine Consultant team, ensuring the ongoing provision of exceptional care to patients and contributing to the enhancement of our services.

Key Responsibilities

The appointed consultant will be expected to engage in the continuous service enhancement initiatives, focusing on:

  • Improving patient outcomes through the Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) initiative
  • Implementing the Cost Improvement Programme (CIP)
  • Adopting evidence-based practices when necessary

We encourage our consultants to pursue fellowship opportunities with the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management, of which we are a proud affiliate.

About Our Organization

This is an exciting time to become part of The Queen Elizabeth Hospital. We are embarking on a transformative journey to establish a new, state-of-the-art facility set to open in the near future, alongside significant digital transformation efforts.

Our upcoming electronic patient record (EPR) system will replace traditional paper records, leading to improved, safer, and more integrated care.

Serving approximately 331,000 individuals across various regions, we offer a wide array of specialized, acute, obstetric, and community-based services.

We are a forward-thinking organization that embodies our core values of compassion, wellness, and equity. Our commitment to continuous quality improvement is evident in our recent positive evaluations, and we take pride in being a nurturing environment for learning and professional growth.

We value our dedicated staff and volunteers, fostering a community spirit and a collaborative atmosphere. With around 530 beds across 33 wards and modern educational facilities, we are equipped to provide a warm welcome to our new team members.

Job Duties

Clinical Responsibilities

The consultant will share responsibility for inpatient care across two primary wards and participate in the frailty-in-reach rota. Responsibilities include:

  • Conducting new and follow-up outpatient clinics
  • Participating in the integrated general medical on-call rota
  • Providing coverage for colleagues during absences
  • Offering leadership and further developing the service

Organizational Responsibilities

The consultant will also be responsible for:

  • Teaching and mentoring junior staff, medical students, and other healthcare professionals
  • Acting as a clinical and educational supervisor for locally employed doctors
  • Engaging in departmental and Trust-wide Clinical Governance and audit activities
  • Supporting the effective development of services
  • Ensuring participation in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
  • Developing clinical protocols, guidelines, and care bundles
  • Upholding the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all
  • Conducting annual performance reviews and supporting staff development
  • Participating in relevant management training

Qualifications Required

Essential Qualifications

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • MRCP Part 1 and Part 2 or equivalent experience

Desirable Qualifications

  • MD or PhD or evidence of equivalent training and experience

Entry Criteria

Essential Criteria

  • Full Registration and a license to practice with the General Medical Council
  • Inclusion on the specialist register for geriatric medicine (via CCT or CESR)
  • Compliance with the Specialist generic capabilities framework

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