Consultant in Acute Medicine
3 weeks ago
Job summary
Join the largest acute medical consultant team in the South West
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative consultant to join the largest acute medical consultant team in the South West at North Bristol NHS Trust. This is a full-time role (10 PAs), but we are open to part-time or job-share arrangements for the right candidate. With 18 acute medical consultants, our team is leading transformational change in service delivery, with patient care and safety at the heart of everything we do. We believe the AMU is the hub of the hospital and are looking for a consultant who is excited by the challenge of driving forward timely, safe, and effective care in a busy, high-pressure environment. If you are passionate about innovation and are ready to embrace new ways of working, we want to hear from you
Our AMU includes an Acute Medical Triage area where we receive patients directly from the community (40% of the medical intake); a well-developed Enhance Care Unit, where we provide NIV, HFNO and high-level care; and an embedded short stay function. 40% of patients are discharged directly from AMU, with our average length of stay being 48 hours.
We run a mature SDEC providing cross-specialty admission avoidance, seeing on average 40 patients a day. We have a separate Acute Frailty Unit run by the frailty team.
Main duties of the job
You will join our multi-disciplinary acute medicine team delivering consultant led acute medical care for all of the patients presenting with medical problems to North Bristol NHS Trust. As part of the consultant rota, you will be responsible for running and supervising the acute take, SDEC, the enhanced care unit, and AMU. You will have job planned time for administration and supporting professional activities and will have plenty of opportunity to get involved in quality improvement and service development.
About us
We are based in the north of the vibrant and culturally rich city of Bristol. The city centre is just 15 minutes away, offering a fantastic array of shops, theatres, restaurants, and social opportunities. Our Trust has teaching status and strong academic links with the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England, providing ample opportunities for career development.
In addition:
- We provide a flexible, innovative working environment where individual needs are considered, and work/life balance is prioritised.
- We welcome overseas applicants and those who wish to explore different ways of working.
- There will be a supplement for out-of-hours working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Consultant in Acute Medicine, you will:
- Lead the diagnosis and clinical management of patients presenting to the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit at Southmead Hospital.
- Provide regular ward rounds and clinical support to patients, alongside the junior medical team, ensuring high standards of patient care.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues across specialties to ensure a cohesive, multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
- Participate fully in the Acute Medicine rota, including early and late shifts, weekend cover (1 in 8 for 1 WTE), and Same Day Emergency Care shifts.
- Actively promote the work of the Acute Medical Unit and support Trust priorities around improving patient flow and reducing admissions.
- Be involved in teaching, audit, governance, and research within the AMU.
- Provide professional supervision and mentorship to junior medical staff, contributing to their development and the overall educational environment of the unit.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Reg
Essential
MRCP or equivalent. Maintain Full registration with the GMC CCT in General Internal Medicine /Acute Internal Medicine and on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment.
Desirable
Higher academic qualification ( MD or MS). CCT in Acute Internal Medicine
Training And Experience
Essential
experience of UK hospital systems and practices 4 years postgraduate experience including higher surgical/medical training, three years as a Senior Registrar in an approved training post Training in diagnosis and treatment of the full range of acute medical conditions.
Further Training, Management, Audit
Essential
Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career. Experience in audit project and written up Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues. Knowledge of political context within which we operate.
Desirable
Completion of a general management course or programme
Research, Teaching, Publications
Essential
Proven teaching ability Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates.
Desirable
Proven track record in research. Willingness to undertake further research. Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients. Ability to teach effectively Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals. Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management
Leadership and Teamwork
Essential
Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams Have a positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team Evidence of good organisational and compassionate leadership skills Evidence of positive development and change management An understanding of positive leadership in the context of healthcare.
Communication skills
Essential
Is empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others including patients and colleagues. An ability to explain complex and sensitive information, sometimes under stressful circumstances to others. Must be able to influence and persuade effectively. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to write and present management reports as required
Other
Essential
Must reside within 30 minutes or ten miles from the principle place of work Must hold the appropriate Home Office work / residence status in order to provide work in the UK.-
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