Overview
We are looking for a dynamic, compassionate, caring and motivated Elderly Care Consultant to join our friendly and enthusiastic team. The successful candidate will join nineteen substantive consultants in providing the highest quality care possible for older patients across our hospital sites and the respective communities of Wakefield and North Kirklees.
We are proud that our workforce – our greatest asset – strives for excellence every day in providing care and support to thousands of people living across Wakefield and North Kirklees. Mid-Yorkshire celebrates excellence and innovation. We have modern, state-of-the-art facilities and provide first class learning and development opportunities. Mid-Yorks is transforming, grounded in our values to care and improve, respecting our patients, our community and our staff, to deliver the highest standards of care.
If you are a dynamic, innovative and forward-thinking clinician with a passion for your profession and an enthusiasm to be part of a Trust striving to be the best, get in touch to see what a career at Mid-Yorkshire could be like for you. We are open to applications for part time work and offer flexible work plans for those with special circumstances.
Applicants should possess or be within 6 months of receiving a CCT at the time of the advisory appointments committee.
Job responsibilities
* Ward rounds and attendance at dedicated MDT meetings
* Provision of specialist opinion
* Participation in outpatient or virtual clinics or home visits
* Participation in teaching and training
* Regular audit, data collection and quality improvement work to ensure ongoing improvements in the care of frail older people occurs
* Maintain overview of all ward patients
* Actively participating and facilitating discharges on the ward
* Support and supervise junior doctors on the ward
* Liaise with Same Day Emergency Care ANPs if necessary
* Contribute in the electronic and verbal handover of patients
This post also includes on-call responsibilities as part of a dedicated Elderly Care on-call rota. Working arrangements currently consist of the following: scheduled on-call duties in the evenings, weekends and overnight with varying on-call load, and a 1.5 PA on-call element within a 10PA job plan. On-call commitments for those working less than full time depend on your chosen percentage (75% or 100%).
Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs) are included in the core 10PA timetable, with potential for additional SPA or DCC time as skills and service needs evolve. Examples may include formal teaching responsibilities or departmental leadership roles.
Visits to the Trust are encouraged and our medical and executive leaders would be pleased to meet prospective candidates to discuss our Trust and your aspirations. To arrange a visit please contact our Medical Staffing Department at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, Aberford Road, Wakefield, WF1 4DG or telephone 01924 317108 or email midyorks.medicalrecruitment@nhs.net.
Contacts: Dr Richard Robinson, Chief Medical Officer; Stacey Pickering, Patient Service Manager for Elderly Medicine; Mr Brent Kilmurray, Chief Executive; Dr Nigel Artis, Divisional Clinical Director.
In the case of candidates travelling from abroad, travelling expenses are normally payable only from the point of entry to the UK.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Application guidance
We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It is important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Job description & responsibilities (detailed)
This post is offered on a full time basis (10 PA) although less than full-time applications will be considered. The department has a mixture of full and part-time consultants to ensure a supportive environment for all. All our consultants work cross-site, but the successful applicant will work predominantly at either Pinderfields or Dewsbury and District Hospital.
The Elderly Medicine Department within the Trust consists of 17 substantive Consultants and is supported by Associate Specialist, Specialist Registrars, Core Medical Trainees, VTS Trainees, FY2s and FY1s.
* Ward rounds and attendance at dedicated MDT meetings
* Provision of specialist opinion
* Participation in outpatient or virtual clinics or home visits
* Participation in teaching and training
* Regular audit, data collection and quality improvement work to ensure ongoing improvements in the care of frail older people occurs
* Maintain overview of all ward patients
* Actively participating and facilitating discharges on the ward
* Support and supervise junior doctors on the ward
* Liaise with Same Day Emergency Care ANPs if necessary
* Contribute in the electronic and verbal handover of patients
This post is associated with a number of different specialty interests including Community, Ortho-Geriatrics, Parkinsons and acute frailty.
This post includes on-call responsibilities as part of a dedicated Elderly Care on-call rota with current arrangements described above.
Visits to the Trust are encouraged and our leaders would be pleased to meet prospective candidates. To arrange a visit please contact the Medical Staffing Department.
Person Specification
GMC Registration – Essential
* Please state your full GMC number.
* Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
* Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in Elderly Medicine or within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
Personal Attributes – Essential
* Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust and its services.
* Able to communicate clearly and effectively with staff and patients.
* Caring and compassionate
* Flexible & adaptable
* Willingness to engage with hospital systems, policies and processes
* Physically able to carry out duties and evidence competencies
* Able to access all trust sites in a timely manner
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance
Desirable
* Has personal insight into strengths and weaknesses
* Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
* Understanding and fit with Trust Values and Behaviours
* Awareness of the current UK Healthcare system and policy direction
Experience – Desirable
* Computer literate
* Evidence of educational interests or project work
Management Skills – Essential
* Analytical approach to problem solving
* Good time management
Desirable
* Good organisational and personal management skills
Qualifications – Essential
* Medical Degree from recognised medical school
* MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
* Medical School Prizes
* Audit or Case Presentations
* Teaching qualification/prize
Attachments: Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. C9377-CARP4602MED
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