Consultant Geriatrician

Join to apply for the Consultant Geriatrician role at Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust. Posted: 20 November 2025Reference number: 236-OCO-CON-CoTE-25-F Job Summary We are looking for a doctor who can provide expert geriatric care for older people in general and specialist medicine. This is an exciting time to join the division as you will be part of a hospital and medical department currently undergoing a period of innovation and development. We are developing our offer to provide specialist care to our older patients in inpatient settings, virtual community beds in patients’ homes and on an in‑reach basis. The Trust is part of the Acute Frailty Network and is currently on an improvement journey to increase and improve the care and outcomes we offer our patients within Oldham, and we are currently developing the SDEC, hot clinic and in‑reach to orthopaedics, vascular and general surgery. Candidates with experience in Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders would be particularly welcome to apply as we wish to develop this service. There is a commitment to General Medicine on‑call. You will be involved in many aspects of elderly care including dementia care, acute frailty, in‑reach and virtual wards. Substantive or 12‑month fixed‑term contracts will be considered. Substantive contract holders must be on the specialist register for Geriatric Medicine and General (Internal) Medicine or be within 6 months of CCT or equivalent at the time of interview. If you would like to work in a dynamic, caring, inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where innovation is welcomed, we would welcome your application. Main duties of the job The Job Plan is being offered at 10 PAs with 1.25 PA as GIM on call, with opportunities for additional leadership and governance commitments and would support part‑time and flexible working arrangements at the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA). To provide clinical leadership, diagnosis, management, and treatment for patients with a broad spectrum of complex geriatric medicine needs. Act as an expert resource for medical, nursing and other health care professionals across the Trust footprint. Be an active champion of high‑quality medicine for older people both locally and across the region. The post holder will complement and develop existing services through the provision of specialist knowledge and development of services. Experience of working in a team delivering geriatric care. Mentoring and support from the existing consultants will be available to help you grow in this role. About Us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values – care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work‑life balance. Job Details Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staffGrade: ConsultantSalary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum (pro rata based on experience)Contract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full‑time, part‑time, flexible working, compressed hoursLocation: The Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale road, Oldham, OL1 2JH Job responsibilities Provide specialist geriatric care for older patients in inpatient settings, virtual community beds, in‑reach and virtual wards. Lead on dementia care, acute frailty, and support general medicine on‑call duties. Participate in service development and audit, and contribute to research activities. Person Specification – Registration Full registration with the General Medical Council with a valid licence to practice. Inclusion on the Specialist Register or admission to the Register within 6 months of interview in both Geriatrics and General (Internal) Medicine. Person Specification – Essential Qualifications Hold MRCP(UK) or show evidence of equivalent training and experience. Person Specification – Desirable Qualifications Post Graduate Degree e.g. MSc, MD, PhD. Person Specification – Essential Knowledge and Experience Wide experience in General Medicine. Good understanding of Clinical Governance. Experience of leading and motivating staff. Evidence of audit work and where this has brought about change. Evidence of participation in research. Person Specification – Desirable Skills and Experience Research skills: publication of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments. Evidence of peer‑reviewed papers and other publications. Person Specification – Essential Skills and Experience Political astuteness and understanding of senior‑level delivery. Ability to shape the future and lead staff. Excellent collaborative working skills and ability to build strong relationships with clinical and managerial leaders and professional staff groups. Management style that empowers others and drives a learning and coaching culture. Strong commitment to openness, honesty, inclusiveness and high standards in leadership. Demonstrate commitment to public sector values and sound knowledge of NHS values and principles. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and therefore a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Employer Details Employer name: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation TrustAddress: The Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale road, Oldham, OL1 2JHWebsite: https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr