Job Summary
At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process. This Consultant in Acute Medicine post is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast‑paced, innovative, improvement‑driven service within Croydon University Hospital.
Acute Medical Unit
The AMU at Croydon University Hospital has 46 beds where acutely unwell medical patients are admitted either directly from M‑SDEC, or most commonly from the Emergency Department. Patients are assessed, stabilised and given rapid evidence‑based treatment before being referred "downstream" to specialist medically zoned wards elsewhere in the Trust.
Responsibilities
* Show dynamism, enthusiasm and flexibility in participating in the reshaping of acute medical services in Croydon.
* Provide a first‑class clinical service to all Trust patients.
* Provide high‑quality leadership and support to medical staff, allied health professionals, and Trust management and support staff in the AMU and associated medical specialty areas.
* Support and sustain teaching and research where possible in relevant clinical areas.
* Work within the framework of applicable Trust policies, procedures, and clinical governance framework.
* Work within contractual requirements, and in support of applicable Trust clinical development frameworks, business plans, and development strategies.
About Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people. Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.
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