Consultant in Care of the Elderly

Triple West Medical; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Consultant in Care of the Elderly to join a prestigious NHS Trust in Greater Manchester. The role involves providing high-quality inpatient care for older people and contributing to innovative geriatric services. Ideal candidates will have GMC registration and experience in collaborative healthcare. A supportive team and opportunities for personal development are offered.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly team

Opportunities to develop interests in subspecialties

High-quality housing and excellent schools

Qualifications

• Established experience in inpatient care for older individuals.
• Ability to contribute to innovative geriatric services.
• Experience in collaborative healthcare practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide established inpatient care for older people.
• Contribute to the development of innovative geriatric services.
• Work collaboratively to establish robust geriatric services.

Skills

Inpatient care for older people

Development of innovative geriatric services

Collaborative work in healthcare settings

Patient care delivery

Participation in medical audits

Education

GMC Registration

Job description

We have been assigned by one of the UK's most prestigious NHS Trusts to help recruit a Consultant in Care of the Elderly on either a Substantive or NHS Fixed Term basis for 12 months to join their successful department.

Our client is currently one of the largest trusts within the UK, with over 20,000 NHS staff. The hospital is a pioneering facility responsible for acute and community health services, including a specialist hospital for acute surgery, and is historically significant as the place where the world's first IVF baby was delivered. The trust promotes a supportive and open culture focused on learning and improvement, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and teamwork, which has contributed to their excellent CQC rating.

The successful appointee will be expected to:

1. Provide established inpatient care for older people.
2. Contribute to the development of innovative geriatric services, including potential expansion into frailty services such as in-reach into emergency departments, rapid access clinics, and specialist inpatient care.
3. Work collaboratively to establish robust geriatric services aligned with the trust's goals.
4. Deliver high-quality patient care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.
5. Potentially take on ward responsibilities and supervise junior doctors.
6. Participate in medical audits and use outcomes to improve patient care.

The location offers high-quality housing, excellent schools, a vibrant cultural scene, and good transport links to Manchester and the North West's outdoor areas.

Additional information includes:

• 10 Programmed Activities (P.A's)
• Prestigious NHS Trust
• Supportive and friendly team
• GMC Registration required
• Opportunities to develop personal interests in geriatric subspecialties

This vacancy is for a Consultant in Care of the Elderly. If this role isn't the right fit, please visit our website for more opportunities or submit your CV for consideration.

If interested or if you know someone suitable, please contact us promptly for more information.