We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking consultant physician in Geriatric Medicine to provide clinical leadership for an integrated community approach to frailty in Partnership (HCP). The role will be employed by Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust (DGT), but jointly hosted by both the Trust and HCRG Care Group, who provide Community Services in DGS. The post holder will collaborate with a range of local health and care system partners and services, including primary care, community services, secondary care consultants, mental health and dementia services and the local hospice
Main duties of the job
The role will provide expert clinical leadership, decision making, supervision, triage and care in the community, across primary and community based services, reaching in to and working in an integrated way with the acute frailty team. This will include: -
* Providing senior clinical leadership for the continuous quality improvement and design of evidence-based community frailty services, including: workforce development; integrated care pathways, and personalised care, fostering an inclusive and collaborative approach.
* Provide professional and clinical leadership to the community hospital medical team.
* Undertaking triage, Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, care and care planning for complex frail patients, including onward referral where appropriate.
* Working closely with Integrated Neighbourhood Teams for Frail and Complex patients
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job responsibilities
This will be mutually agreed between the appointee and the Clinical Directors at both DGT and HCRG Care Group after the appointee commences the post. This Job Plan represents the indicative initial weekly programme of work until it is agreed with or without changes between the appointee and the Directorate. The job plan will be tailored to meet the specialist interest and accreditation competencies of the appointee. The job plan will be signed by the Clinical Director and will be effective from the commencement date of the appointment. The Job Plan will then be reviewed at 3 months, then annually, following an Appraisal Meeting. The Job Plan will be a prospective agreement that sets out a consultants duties, responsibilities and objectives for the coming year. This will cover all aspects of a consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities, and provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external. In addition, it should include personal objectives, and details of the support required by the consultant to fulfil the job plan and the objectives.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* o Full GMC Registration, MRCP
* o MBBS or equivalent
* Holds CCT or equivalent or will obtain within 6 months of interview date
* Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
Clinical Skills
* Wide experience in all aspects of Geriatrics and GIM
* Experience of Multidisciplinary Team working at senior level.
* Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients at consultant level
* Demonstrates ability in managing common acute and chronic conditions, including emergencies
* Experience of providing leadership
Management and Leadership Skills:
* Experience of service innovation and development Demonstrates an understanding of NHS Management and resources
* Evidence of effective multidisciplinary team working and leadership supported by multi-source feedback or other workplace-based assessments
* Evidence of effective leadership in and outside medicine Ability to supervise medical staff
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
#J-18808-Ljbffr