Geriatric Medicine Specialist

2 days ago


Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full time

As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and contributing to the development of our geriatric medicine services.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Consultant Geriatrician to join our team and help us provide exceptional care to our patients. Your primary responsibility will be to manage and be responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of patients in Musgrove Park Hospital, working closely with Dr James Gagg, Associate Medical Director (Medicine).

Key Responsibilities
  • Organise, manage and be responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of patients in Musgrove Park Hospital.
  • Participate in an on-call rota to provide emergency cover and enhanced medical/geriatric medicine support to the hospital.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive geriatric assessment programs for selected patients admitted mainly directly from ED using a cohesive MDT that includes OPAL practitioners based in ED, a dedicated social worker, and the JETT team.
Benefits

You will enjoy a wide range of benefits, including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance, and a commitment to career development. As an employee of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, you will also be eligible for our Blue Light Card and exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.

Working in Somerset offers the perfect balance of idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty, and stunning coastlines, while still being close to bustling city centers like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter, and only two hours away from London. With excellent educational facilities and reasonable house prices, Somerset has something for everyone.



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