Consultant in Acute Medicine

TN United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dynamic Acute Physician to join its team at a prestigious university hospital. This role offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art Same Day Emergency Care Unit, providing critical support and care to patients. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team, engaging in both clinical duties and leadership activities. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, this position is ideal for those passionate about Acute Medicine and looking to make a significant impact in patient care. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Free On-Site Parking

Flexible Working

Discounted Gym Membership

Lease Car Scheme

Generous Leave

Pension Scheme

Staff Health and Well-Being Programs

Qualifications

• Medical degree MRCP(UK) or equivalent required.
• Full GMC registration and Specialist Registration needed.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of Acute Physicians and support the new Same Day Emergency Care Unit.
• Participate in medical on-call rota and provide medical in-reach.

Skills

Clinical Governance

Acute Medicine

Ambulatory Care Pathways

Advanced Life Support Certification

Teaching Skills

Leadership Skills

IT Skills

Education

Medical Degree MRCP(UK)

Full GMC Registration

Specialist Registration

Higher Degree (MSc, MD, PhD)

Job description

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Consultant in Acute Medicine, Milton Keynes

Client: Milton Keynes University Hospital

Location: Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 88e153f34dc6

Job Views: 16

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

Applications are invited to apply for a Substantive Consultant post in Acute Medicine at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. There may be an opportunity to appoint additional qualified medicine consultants if there are enough suitable candidates. Illustrative job plans will be provided at interview.

We seek a dynamic Acute Physician or Specialty Physician with an interest in Acute Medicine to join our team of Acute Physicians. Candidates dual trained in General Internal Medicine are welcome to apply. MKUH has opened a new state-of-the-art Same Day Emergency Care Unit (SDEC), and this post will be crucial to support the new unit and deliver 7-day Same Day Emergency Care.

The successful applicant will join 10 other acute physicians and work on the medical admission ward, SDEC, and provide medical in-reach and review within the Emergency Department.

Main duties of the job

Shifts include MAU ward rounds (08:00–13:00), ED in-reach and medical review (08:00–17:00), SDEC (09:00–19:00), weekend MAU ward rounds (08:00–12:00), weekend SDEC (12:00–16:00), and participation in the medical on-call rota. An on-call supplement is paid for overnight cover, with possible emergency return to hospital.

This is a 10 PA job plan with 1 PA core SPA. Up to 1.5 PAs of non-core SPA can be agreed upon. SPA activities include appraisal, revalidation, CME, departmental meetings, educational supervision, research, leadership, and quality improvement, scheduled over a 5-week cycle.

Working for our organisation

At Milton Keynes University Hospital, staff are friendly and welcoming. Benefits include free on-site parking, free tea and coffee, flexible working, discounted gym membership, lease car scheme, generous leave and pension, and staff health and well-being programs.

We are a University Teaching Hospital conducting research and teaching, rated good by the CQC. Visit our website for updates.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The job plan is flexible, with activities scheduled to suit leave and availability. It includes clinical duties, on-call rota, and SPA activities, which can be arranged flexibly.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Medical degree MRCP(UK) or equivalent
• Full GMC registration and Specialist Registration
• Accreditation in General/Internal Medicine or Acute Internal Medicine

Additional criteria

• Higher degree (e.g., MSc, MD, PhD) desirable

Eligibility

• Full GMC registration at appointment
• Evidence of CMT competencies per GMC standards

Fitness to practice

• Up-to-date knowledge and safe practice

Clinical skills

• Understanding of clinical risk management

Experience/Training

• Experience in Clinical Governance
• Interest in Acute Medicine
• Ambulatory care pathways experience
• Advanced Life Support certification

Knowledge

• Evidence-based practice
• Experience within and outside the specialty
• IT skills

Teaching

• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Appraisal skills
• Medical Education qualification (desirable)

Leadership Skills

• Motivating and developing junior staff
• Medical management skills
• Interest in clinical management

Other Requirements

• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Trust-building with colleagues and patients
• Availability to return within 30 minutes when on call
• GMC registration and Specialist Register maintenance

Professional Development

• Commitment to ongoing learning and appraisal participation

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The post is subject to DBS checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Documents to download

• Job Description and Person Specification (PDF)

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name: Dr Hasan Raza

Title: Consultant Acute Physician and CSL Lead

Email: Additional information provided by Dr Chris Lindesay, Miss Lisa Bergin, and Dr. Ian Reckless.