Consultant in Geriatric Medicine

3 weeks ago

Paisley, United Kingdom NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde Full time

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Hospital at Home and Frailty

Are you a compassionate and skilled Consultant looking to make a meaningful impact on patient care? We are seeking a Hospital at Home Consultant to join our dynamic frailty team.

As a Hospital at Home Consultant, you will be responsible for overseeing the provision of acute medical care to patients in their own homes. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in a home setting. This role requires a strong clinical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt to various patient needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide clinical leadership and expertise in the management of acute medical conditions in the home setting. Work within our Older Adult Assessment Unit and provide support to the Emergency Department and Assessment areas, conducting comprehensive assessments of patients to determine suitability for Hospital at Home care. Develop and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with the patient, family members, and other healthcare professionals. Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and ensure timely communication with referring physicians and other stakeholders.

This is an opportunity to supervise and support the Hospital at Home team, including nurses, therapists, and support staff.

You will play a pivotal leadership role in setting up the Hospital at Home Service in Clyde and ensure compliance with clinical protocols, quality standards, and Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives research to enhance the delivery of Hospital at Home services.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

Interview Date: 07/01/2025

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

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