Job Overview
This post is for an ST1 – ST2 grade trust doctor for RUH Hospital at Home.
Starting as soon as possible this is a fixed term contract to 31/3/2026.
The post holder will provide expert assistance to the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high quality service to patients being cared for under Hospital at Home. The post holder is expected to participate in all aspects of the patient pathway as appropriate and will be expected to perform delegated duties with a high degree of clinical skill and knowledge, working remotely in a home setting.
You will be part of the multidisciplinary team arranging ongoing rehabilitation and discharge. You will be expected to have very good communication skills and communicate regularly with the MDT, patients and their relatives.
The post involves working standard days Monday to Friday with a requirement to work 1:4 weekends (time to be taken back during the week) Working hours will be 8am-6pm.
Main duties of the job
Visiting patients at home.
Working as part of the MDT.
Ability to drive in the UK is essential.
Car ownership is preferred.
Working for our organisation
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
This post is for an ST1 – ST2 grade trust doctor for RUH Hospital at Home.
Starting as soon as possible this is a fixed term contract to 31/3/2026.
The post holder will provide expert assistance to the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high quality service to patients being cared for under Hospital at Home. The post holder is expected to participate in all aspects of the patient pathway as appropriate and will be expected to perform delegated duties with a high degree of clinical skill and knowledge, working remotely in a home setting.
You will be part of the multidisciplinary team arranging ongoing rehabilitation and discharge. You will be expected to have very good communication skills and communicate regularly with the MDT, patients and their relatives.
The post involves working standard days Monday to Friday with a requirement to work 1:4 weekends (time to be taken back during the week) Working hours will be 8am-6pm.
Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria
* MBChB, MBBS or equivalent
* Ability to appropriately assess acutely unwell frail older people and initiate an appropriate management plan
* Completion of F1 training or equivalent
* Able to drive in the UK
Desirable criteria
* MRCP or equivalent
* Extensive experience in Geriatric Medicine including subspecialty and outpatient care.
* Sound understanding of medicolegal framework of geriatric medicine
Essential
Essential criteria
* experinece working in NHS in UK
desirable
Essential criteria
* MRCP or equivalent
Essential
Essential criteria
* Ability to appropriately assess acutely unwell frail older people and initiate an appropriate management plan
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications. We strongly encourage you to complete and submit your application in good time to ensure it can be considered.
Documents to download
* Trust Doctor (ST1-2) for RUH Hospital at Home (PDF, 264.4KB)
* Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB)
Further details / informal visits contact
Name Kerrie Hopson Job title RUH Hospital at Home Service Lead Email address