Job summary
Applications are warmly welcomed to join a specialist multidisciplinary team contributing to the provision of our comprehensive geriatric medicine service. We are looking to appoint a locum consultant geriatrician for one year, starting June 2025, to join our dynamic and enthusiastic team at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. This is a 10 PA consultant post in Elderly Care Medicine with an interest in Orthogeriatrics, to cover the maternity leave of an existing Consultant.
This is a rotational post with 3 other consultants and is expected to rotate in 8-week blocks through the following areas: a dedicated hip fracture unit, an acute elderly care ward, and a liaison service on the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards. The post will also involve outpatient clinics (movement disorders, general elderly care, or complex pre-operative assessment). Additionally, the role includes participation in the Elderly Care Physician on-call rota at approximately 1:16.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be expected to:
1. Provide, with colleagues, a comprehensive Geriatric Assessment liaison service for frail older patients admitted to Trauma and Orthopaedic wards with fragility fractures, blunt chest trauma, and head injuries.
2. Manage patients on an acute Elderly Care ward, working closely with multidisciplinary team colleagues and providing consultant support to the medical team.
3. Manage patients admitted from the Emergency Department to a dedicated hip fracture unit, overseeing perioperative care and collaborating on post-operative rehabilitation.
4. Deliver timely comprehensive geriatric assessment, falls, and bone health assessments for patients with fractured neck of femur, distal femoral fractures, and periprosthetic fractures, in line with best practice tariff.
5. Support outpatient services and contribute to developing perioperative medicine or general geriatrics/movement disorders clinics.
6. Provide on-call cover for the Elderly Care Physician on a 1:16 rota, with Category A on-call and a 3% on-call intensity supplement.
7. Share cover for each other's annual leave, often involving inpatient ward coverage.
8. Participate actively in monthly clinical governance meetings.
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
We are committed to equality and welcome applications from all community sections, regardless of protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants, and those who meet the minimum criteria can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application, please contact the recruitment team at 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary communication method is via email. If you prefer a different contact method, please inform the recruitment team.
Date posted: 29 April 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 193-MS1193NCG
Job location: Royal Berkshire NHS Trust, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN
Job description
For further details, kindly refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
To discuss this role or arrange a visit, contact Dr. Paul Wearing, Elderly Care Clinical Lead.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications (Essential):
* Full GMC registration or eligibility within 6 months of CCST in Geriatric Medicine at interview
* Membership of the Royal College of Geriatric Medicine or equivalent
Desirable:
* Higher degree (e.g., PhD/MD) submitted or awarded
Clinical Experience, Knowledge & Skills (Essential):
* Fully trained in Geriatric Medicine and General Internal Medicine
* Decision-making at consultant level
* Knowledge of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) and its application
Desirable:
* Sub-specialty interest/experience in Geriatric Medicine
* Experience with outpatient geriatric services
Audit, Management & IT (Essential):
* Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines
* Undertake audits and present data
* Good IT skills, including use of patient and hospital databases
Desirable:
* Evidence of clinical leadership, accountability for quality of care, financial controls, and workforce management
Research, Teaching & Experience (Essential):
* Proven ability to teach and supervise trainees
Desirable:
* Track record of peer-reviewed publications
Patient Experience (Essential):
* Contributes to improving patient experience
* Involves patients in care decisions
* Works in partnership to deliver patient-centered care
* Willing to embrace user involvement
Additional notes: This post is subject to DBS checks, and applicants require UK registration and potentially a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Please refer to the detailed sections for full requirements and guidance.
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