Job Summary
We are seeking a Consultant in Acute Medicine to provide senior cover for the Emergency Admission Unit and Same Day Emergency Care Unit on a temporary basis for an initial 12‑month period. The role is based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead.
Responsibilities
* Deliver senior clinical cover for the Acute Medicine service, participating in the GIM on‑call rota.
* Attend to patients on the Acute Medicine ward, ensuring continuity of care and compliance with Trust policies.
* Supervise and train junior medical staff, including teaching medical students and other healthcare professionals.
* Develop and implement service improvement initiatives, including audit and quality projects.
* Maintain accurate clinical documentation and support administrative duties as required.
* Participate in multidisciplinary teamwork and leadership activities within the Trust.
Qualifications
* Full GMC registration, with licence to practise, or eligible for full GMC registration.
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Acute Internal Medicine, or within 6 months of completion of training.
* MRCP or equivalent qualification.
* Formal teaching qualification or instructor status for relevant courses (e.g., ALS, ATLS) – desirable.
Experience
* Experience in Acute Medicine clinical management, including Same Day Emergency Care.
* Experience in clinical audit and quality improvement.
* Experience teaching and supervising junior colleagues and medical students.
* Published research and conference presentations – desirable.
Skills & Knowledge
* Knowledge of GMC Good Medical Practice and holistic patient care.
* Organisational skills, including time management and delegation.
* Effective communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
* Clinical leadership in Acute Medicine and Critical Care settings.
* Proficiency in clinical IT systems.
Personal Attributes
* Approachable and collaborative working style.
* Reliability, quality of clinical and non‑clinical work, and attendance.
* Ability to work in complex environments and support departmental needs.
* Flexibility and commitment to professional development.
Additional Information
* Certificate of Sponsorship and Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available.
* Disclosure and Barring Service check required.
* Current Border & Immigration legislation compliance required.
Employer
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Gateshead, NE9 6SX
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