Consultant in Acute Medicine

NHS; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is looking for an experienced Consultant in Acute Medicine to join their dynamic team at Yeovil District Hospital. This role involves providing expert care, shaping clinical protocols, and mentoring future doctors. We prioritize sustainability and work-life balance with competitive compensation ranging from £109,725 to £145,478. Flexible working patterns are available. Apply now to be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace offering a range of benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development focus

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• MBBS and MRCP or equivalent required.
• Full GMC Registration with a license to practice is essential.
• Broad experience in General Medicine and Acute Medicine is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert care across various medical units.
• Lead clinical protocols and streamline patient pathways.
• Guide postgraduate doctors and medical students.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Clinical assessment

NHS service development

Research

Education

MBBS and MRCP or equivalent

Full GMC Registration

Entry on GMC Specialist Register

Job description

Job Summary

This is more than a job in Acute Medicine––it's an opportunity to lead, innovate, and inspire. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Consultant in Acute Medicine to join our dynamic team at Yeovil District Hospital.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we do things differently. We understand the demands of the NHS and prioritise sustainability, flexibility, and work-life balance. Our innovative annualised job plan ensures you can deliver high-quality care while maintaining professional and personal wellbeing.

What we offer

• Flexible annualised job plan
• Dedicated time for specialist interests
• Relocation support and up to 15k recruitment & retention payment (T&C apply)
• Opportunities for leadership, education, and research
• A supportive, inclusive environment in a beautiful part of the UK

Main responsibilities of the job

• Clinical Leadership: Provide expert care across AMU, SDEC, and ED; lead medical take, post-take ward rounds, referrals, and timely discharges.
• Service Development: Shape clinical protocols, streamline patient pathways, and strengthen links with community services.
• On-Call Duties: Participate in the GIM rota (currently 1 in 16 weekends per year).
• Education & Mentorship: Support postgraduate doctors, locally employed clinicians, and medical students from the University of Bristol.
• Specialist Interest: 2 PAs dedicated to your chosen specialty (e.g., frailty, perioperative medicine, acute oncology, palliative care, medical education).
• Research & Audit: Engage in audits, quality improvement, and research projects.
• Governance & Teamwork: Maintain GMC standards, participate in appraisals, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - Living in Somerset offers a fantastic quality of life--vibrant towns, stunning countryside, excellent schools, and easy access to the Jurassic Coast.

Job details

Date posted: 04 December 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 184-OL-MED-MED-2863

Job location: Yeovil District Hospital, Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4AT

Contact

Arrange an informal visit or discussion:

Robbie McLintock (Consultant): [e-mail]

Katie Smith (Clinical Director): 01935 475122 | [e-mail]

Person Specification – Qualifications

• MBBS and MRCP or equivalent.
• Full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register (or within 6 months of CCT).

Person Specification – Experience

• Broad experience in General Medicine and Acute Medicine.
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Recent audit/research experience.
• Knowledge of NHS service development and leadership.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer details

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Yeovil District Hospital, Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4AT

Employer's website: https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/