Join our Outstanding-rated Hospice and Make a Real Difference
Are you looking to develop your career in specialist palliative carewithin a supportive, patient-centred environment? At Prospect Hospice, we areoffering an exceptional opportunity for a Specialty Doctor in PalliativeMedicine to join our friendly and multidisciplinary team.
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, Prospect Hospice isthe leading provider of specialist end-of-life care across Swindon, northeastWiltshire, and parts of Gloucestershire. Our purpose-built hospice inWroughton, just outside Swindon, provides inpatient, outpatient, andcommunity-based services to over 300,000 people.
Hours: one clinical day per week + non-resident on-call (1 evening/weekand 1 in 4 weekends)
Main duties of the job
What is the role?
The role will involve working on our inpatient unit and in the community. You will provide expert palliative medical care to patients on our 6-bed inpatient unit (IPU), working closely with a dedicated multidisciplinary team including specialist nurses, therapists, family support workers, and psychotherapists.
In the community you will work closely with our clinical nurse specialist team, providing advice and offering home visits or out-patient appointments, as required.
Your role will include:
* One clinical day per week on the IPU (2 pas)
* Participation in the non-resident out-of-hours rota:
* One overnight per week (17:00 -09:00)
* One weekend in four (ward round and potential admissions; remote cover overnight). The hospice consultant or Supportive Care UK provide second on cover.
* Opportunities to contribute to clinical governance, education, audit, and quality improvement.
The medical team consists of a Hospice Consultant, Specialty Doctors, GP trainees and an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Remote support is also provided by Supportive Care UK.
Why Join Prospect Hospice?
* Work with a values-driven organisation making a lasting impact on local communities.
* Be part of a compassionate and highly skilled team.
* Access to ongoing CPD, appraisal support, and career development opportunities.
* Join a service recognised for outstanding patient care, innovation and partnership working.
About us
Prospect Hospice is an independent hospice supporting a community of300,000 people in Swindon, Marlborough and North Wiltshire, and the villages ofLechlade and Fairford in Gloucestershire.
It is the only dedicated provider ofspecialist end of life care services within it's locality. The Hospicesmulti-professionals teams support people in the community, in care homes, atthe Great Western Hospital and at the Hospice in Wroughton. Care is alsoextended to the families and friends of patients.
Job responsibilities
What Were Looking For
We are seeking a passionate and experienced doctor who is committed to delivering high-quality, holistic care at the end of life. The post would be suitable for those who wish to gain experience and skills in specialist palliative medicine or consolidate/expand on knowledge and skills they already have.
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
* Minimum 4 years postgraduate training (at least 2 years in relevant specialties)
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
* A genuine interest in or experience of palliative medicine
* Previous experience in hospice or specialist palliative care settings
* Interest in teaching, service development or audit/QI
When working on the IPU: To be responsible for day-to-day medical management of patients in the In-patient Unit, including admissions, clinical meetings, ward rounds, and close working with the multidisciplinary team.
When working in the Community: To provide support to the Community CNS team and to see patients either in their own homes or as out-patients.
To be responsible for generating and maintaining patient records, including inputting patient information onto databases.
To be responsible for death certifications and for the completion of associated administrative requirements.
To identify and meet the palliative needs of patients including the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs and also the emotional and psychological care needs of their relatives and friends.
To assess the changing medical needs of day patients, outpatients, or home care patients as required.
To deputise and cross cover, when other doctors are away or on leave.
To liaise with Primary and Secondary Care Teams ensuring consistency of information giving and continuity of care.
Additional Information
You must live within 45 minutes of Prospect Hospice when on-call.
View or download the job description for full details.
Our Values
Were committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, ability and individuality, and were proud to be a learning organisation that encourages innovation and continuous development.
Ready to apply?
We welcome informal discussions or visits to the hospice. For more information or to arrange a visit, please contact Simon Brooks, Hospice Consultant on 01793 813355 or email simonbrooks@prospect-hospice.net
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional GMC registration
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Equality & Diversity
Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We will review applications as they come in so may close the vacancy before the closing date. Candidates are advised to apply early.
Prospect Hospice does not hold a Home Office Sponsor Licence under the UK Immigration System, therefore candidates are required to have eligibility to live and work in the UK prior to applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Primary medical qualification.
* Full GMC registration.
Experience
* Minimum of 2 years experience post F2.
* Understanding and experience of clinical governance.
* Experience in working effectively within a specialist palliative care unit/ hospice and within a multidisciplinary team.
Personal Qualities
* Demonstrate an interest in palliative care.
* Enthusiasm for informally teaching and providing educational support to junior colleagues, including doctors and medical students.
* Caring and empathetic approach with patients and families.
* Commitment to continuing personal development.
* Ability to undertake travel requirements of post.
* Commitment to and ability to demonstrate Prospect Hospice values and behaviours at all times.
* Able to maintain the highest professional standards at all times, and act as a true ambassador for the Hospice.
* To be authentic, open honest and transparent.
* Have a track record of working inclusively and a genuine appreciation of the value of diversity.
Skills
* Ability to undertake palliative care assessments within the In-patient Unit, in the Community and Day therapy Unit settings and to seek senior support where necessary.
* Ability to provide palliative care advice and support to other healthcare professionals in the hospice, hospital and community settings and to seek senior support where necessary.
* Ability to take responsibility for the clinical care of patients with the support of the consultant.
* Demonstrate ability to manage priorities.
* Ability to supervise more junior members of the medical team.
* Good MSOffice and IT skills.
* Ability to cope and be resourceful in sometimes challenging and stressful situations.
* Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, the multidisciplinary team, hospital staff, GPs and other agencies
* Ability to identify limits of own abilities and to seek help when necessary.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Depending on experienceSalary in line with BMA pay scale.
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