We are looking to appoint to a whole time Locum Consultant Geriatrician to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Northern General Hospital, Sheffield. This is a fixed term post for 6 months.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Any candidate who chooses not to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The Integrated Geriatric and Stroke Medicine Directorate is part of our Combined Community and Acute Care Group. The Care Group incorporates two other Directorates - Integrated Community Care, and Therapeutics and Palliative care. We work together across the group to support patient pathways and maximise integration.
As part of our consultant team, the appointee will be responsible for the provision of comprehensive and high-quality Geriatric Medicine at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. They will lead a multidisciplinary team to care for a cohort of patients on one of our Geriatric Medicine base wards, working alongside another Consultant Geriatrician.
The appointee will be expected to take an active part in the Clinical Governance activities of the Directorate, both in relation to continuing professional development and the quality and effectiveness of clinical services.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
* MRCP
Desirable
* MD or PhD or equivalent
* Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview
* If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
Clinical Experience
Essential
* Ability to work as an independent practitioner in Geriatric Medicine. Possess broad clinical experience in the general aspects Geriatric Medicine
* Possess broad clinical experience in the general aspects of the post plus any specific experience required for the post.
Research
Essential
* Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
Desirable
* Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Teaching and training
Essential
* Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
* Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
* Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Essential
* Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
* Experience in performing clinical audit
Desirable
* Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal attributes
Essential
* Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
* Good oral and written communication skills
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