Consultant In Geriatric Medicine

University Hospitals Dorset Nhs Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for two Consultant Geriatrician posts across Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch hospitals. These permanent, full-time roles offer flexible working options and encourage subspecialty interests to enhance patient care.

The successful candidates will lead high-quality geriatric medicine services, develop innovative care pathways, and work within a multidisciplinary team to improve outcomes for older patients across UHD’s three

Qualifications

• MRCP or equivalent is required to demonstrate specialist competence.
• Full GMC registration with license to practice.
• Certificate of Completion of Training for Geriatric Medicine or equivalent.
• ALS training or equivalent for emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-level leadership in geriatrics and related subspecialties.
• Participate in out-of-hours rota and service needs.
• Contribute to teaching, research and service development within UHD.

Skills

Prioritisation and initiative

Communication and interpersonal skills

IT literate

English language proficiency

Team working in MDT

Innovative mindset

Commitment to development of Geriatric

Education

MRCP or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Certificate of Completion of Training for Geriatric Medicine

ALS training

Basic Medical Qualification

Evidence of completed Specialty Training

Certificate of completion of training in General Internal Medicine

Job description

Job summary

We are looking to appoint two new colleagues to the Geriatric Medicine Department at University Hospitals Dorset, comprising of Poole Hospital, Bournemouth Hospital and Christchurch Hospital.

This is a permanent post for two full-time Consultant Geriatricians, though applicants wishing to work flexibly or less than full-time will be considered. Sub-specialty interests are encouraged.

The main purpose of the post is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement. A variety of roles are available depending upon the individuals interests and some examples (for guidance only) are shown below. We are keen to recruit the correct candidate and will work to create a job plan that suit both the candidate and the needs of our patients.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will have completed specialist training in Geriatrics and will be expected to have or develop a subspecialist interest which could include but not limited to:

• Interface and community geriatrics
• Orthogeriatrics and surgical liaison
• Movement disorders

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

There is a planned move for this service anticipated during Spring 2027 when this role and base of work will relocate to the Royal Bournemouth Hospital site. Upon relocation of the role/service, excess mileage allowance / reimbursement will not apply, and any travel between the postholder's home and work base will be classified as a commute.

As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality care across seven days, this post may involve participation in an out-of-hours rota, including evenings, weekends, and/or bank holidays, in accordance with service needs. Any work undertaken outside standard hours/PA's will attract remuneration in line with the respective NHS Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service.

Details

Closing date: 28 November 2026

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year

Contract: Permanent

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

Reference number: 153-M3957

Job locations: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW

Person specification

Essential skills and experience

• MRCP or equivalent
• Full registration with GMC
• Able to prioritise and use initiative
• Evidence of good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Evidence of Certificate of Completion of Training for Geriatric Medicine
• Knowledge of current trends and developments within Geriatric Medicine
• Approachable manner
• Flexible attitude
• Evidence of ability to work as part of and to engage with a multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of Basic Medical Qualification
• Evidence of completed Specialty Training
• Evidence of ALS training
• Ability to speak English
• Evidence of being IT literate
• Evidence of being innovative
• Evidence of a commitment to the development of Geriatric Medicine

Desirable

• Evidence of Certificate of completion of training in General Internal Medicine
• Evidence of Quality Improvement work and/or Service Redesign
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Evidence of sub-specialty experience

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.

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.

Contact

Clinical Lead for Geriatric Medicine, UHD: Dr Sarah James, [e-mail], 03000192483

Employer website: https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers