The post holder will be a part of our team, ensuring and patient that the highest standards of care, in accordance with the National Service Framework for Frailty and Geriatric Medicine and relevant NICE guidance are provided to patients. We are seeking a lead in Frailty to be a robust part of our emergency department and to run our Frailty Assessment unit alongside our other consultants. This will lead away from age related services towards an acute frailty service. Alongside this is an agreement to further implement an Acute Physician led AMU model supported by specialty in reach rotas. As part of this it is planned to change HCOOP referral from an age criterion to a frailty one. Main duties of the job We are looking for dynamic and motivated Elderly Care Consultants to join our friendly and enthusiastic team. The successful candidates will join other substantive Consultants in providing the highest quality care possible for older patients in Ashford, Canterbury and Thanet. Our package of benefits includes an additional £3,000 payment to thank you for choosing to work at our trust and help you get settled in. About us We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway. Were on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, theres never been a better time to join us. Our package of benefits includes an additional £3,000 payment to thank you for choosing to work at our Trust. We also offer up to 32 days annual leave and active support for study, quality improvement and patient safety work as part of our We care improvement journey, and medical education and research. Job responsibilities Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability. Person Specification Skills & Experience • Experience in Frailty and Emergency Department Pathways Qualifications & Training Essential • Professional qualifications • Full GMC Registration • Specialist Registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview date Desirable • Higher Degree (MD /PhD or equivalent) in Geriatric Medicine Clinical Governance • Experience in Audit • Experience in service improvement Personal/professional attributes • Adheres to GMC code of conduct • Upholds Trust Values Other requirements • Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability and willingness to travel effectively between sites