Resident Doctor (ST1/2) MN35, Care of Elderly
The closing date is 09 June 2026
We have an opportunity to recruit a Resident Doctor (ST1/2) to start as soon as possible in the Care of the Elderly. This post is a 12‑month fixed term starting in August 2026.
The post is based in the Elderly Care Department at Watford General Hospital. You will be accountable to the relevant Elderly Care Consultant and will work closely with nursing, professional, technical and administrative staff.
Main Duties of the Job
During the contract you will be expected to become competent at organising day‑to‑day duties of the clinical areas, ensuring adequate clinical notes, and occasionally assist in the teaching of medical students.
Job Responsibilities
Junior doctors are required to perform duties over and above their contracted hours in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances, at the request of the Clinical Director of the service. These additional commitments are exceptional and should not be required for a prolonged period or on a regular basis.
There will be provision for junior doctors to join the on‑call rota and contribute towards the GIM on‑call system for a supplemental increase in pay.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
* Eligible for GMC registration to cover the scope of employment. Satisfactory completion of FH01 and FH02 (or equivalent certified evidence of competence) at the time of taking up post.
* Distinctions, scholarships, prizes.
* FRCS/MRCP, other degrees such as BSc, Masters, PhD (or equivalent).
Knowledge:
* Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date.
* Potential to benefit from the training available, i.e., fits with career aspirations.
* Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition.
* Understands the purpose and process of basic professional training.
Experience:
* Competent in basic procedures (which may be post specific) such as CPR, infection control, physical examination, history taking, etc.
* Able to prioritise clinical need.
* Understands current clinical issues in specialty.
* Aware of own limitations and knows when to ask for help from senior colleagues.
* Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection.
* Understands the need for and appreciates the role of audit in clinical practice.
* Understands the principles of clinical governance – ensures patients are not put at risk.
* Knowledge of the UK health systems and practices, including the relationship between primary and secondary care and inter‑professional relationships.
* Knowledge of current issues in the NHS.
* Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care. Has participated in clinical audit.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£45,715 to £59,406 a year, including £149 HCA.
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