Specialty Doctor with Osteoporosis interest

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Haverfordwest; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Pembrokeshire is seeking a dedicated professional for their Osteoporosis Service. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, utilizing both virtual and face-to-face consultations to enhance patient care. The position offers a unique opportunity for clinical development in osteoporosis, with the potential for progression to a Consultant role. Candidates will benefit from a supportive environment, engaging in multidisciplinary team meetings and quality improvement projects. Join a forward-thinking team committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services and making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in outpatient management and interest in Bone Frailty/Osteoporosis.
• Ability to collaborate with related services and participate in clinical audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload, reviewing patients and participating in weekly MDT meetings.
• Support clinical development in osteoporosis and related conditions.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Patient Management

Communication Skills

Quality Improvement

Virtual Consultation

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Full GMC Registration

MRCP / MRCGP or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

The Pembrokeshire Osteoporosis Service provides specialist bone health management to the population of Pembrokeshire, ranging from late teenage years to the very elderly. We routinely use virtual consultations and provide face-to-face assessments if required. Our patient-centred practice aims to help patients make informed decisions. The post holder will manage their own caseload, including reviewing new and existing patients and attending weekly MDT meetings.

Suitable for ST4 level or above, or a General Practitioner wishing to sub-specialise in Osteoporosis, working 2 days (4 sessions) as part of their practice. This is initially a 24-month appointment, with potential for progression to a Specialty doctor/Specialist post for the right candidate. There is an option to discuss Medical acute on-calls if required. We are open to a hybrid working model involving site-based work at least one day per week combined with remote working, as agreed with the successful applicant, responsible Consultant, and Service Manager.

The post offers opportunities to participate in audit meetings, MDTs, postgraduate teaching sessions, and revalidation through MARS.

Main duties of the job

The applicant will work closely with the existing team, managing their own caseload, reviewing patients, and participating in weekly MDT meetings. The service is developing rapidly, including a Health Board-wide Fracture Liaison Service. We offer a full range of bone health treatments, including non-oral anti-resorptives and anabolic therapies. The role provides a wide range of opportunities for clinical development in osteoporosis and related conditions such as Paget's disease and steroid-related bone loss. Additional development areas include communication skills, virtual outpatient work, audit, quality improvement projects, and educational opportunities. The post will also support settling into the Pembrokeshire area and developing towards a Consultant role with specialist registration, with Portfolio Pathway support.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board provides NHS healthcare services across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and surrounding counties, employing 12,000 staff serving nearly 400,000 people. Our services include hospitals, community facilities, general practices, dental practices, pharmacies, ophthalmic practices, mental health and learning disability services, and highly specialised tertiary services.

Job description & responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• MBBS or recognized equivalent
• Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
• MRCP / MRCGP or equivalent

Clinical Experience (Essential)

• Experience working in healthcare settings, including outpatient management
• Interest in Bone Frailty/Osteoporosis
• Ability to work within a team and collaborate with related services

Desirable

• Additional clinical qualifications or research experience in a relevant subspecialty
• Experience with virtual outpatient services
• Experience within the NHS

Clinical Governance (Essential)

• Participation in clinical audit and quality improvement work, understanding their roles in practice