Frailty-Focused Geriatrician – Consultant

University-Hospitals-of-North-Midlands-Nhs-Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Consultant Geriatrician with a keen interest in frailty. The post involves working within a broad Elderly Care team, with opportunities for sub-specialty work and involvement in Frailty SDEC, ED in-reach, and acute care initiatives.

You will contribute to the development of frailty services, support education and governance, and lead projects across the two UHNM sites, Royal Stoke and County Hospital.

Qualifications

• UK CCT in Geriatric Medicine and GIM (or equivalent)
• Expert clinical opinion across a range of problems within the specialty
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for patient care
• Interest/experience in front door frailty

Responsibilities

• Provide cover to base acute elderly care ward with another Geriatrician
• RSUH site cover for FEAU as per rota (1:8, 8-5, weekends, bank holidays)
• Participate in General Medical admissions and Short Stay Unit coverage on weekends
• Develop Elderly Care protocols and guidelines; lead or contribute to service development
• Maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues in other specialties and participate in meetings
• Supervise and support trainee doctors; include appraisal and professional development
• Engage in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit; maintain safe practices
• Ensure ongoing Professional Development and participate in Trust performance reviews

Skills

Geriatric medicine

Team leadership

Audit & governance

Clinical research

Education

MRCP or equivalent

GMC registration

UK CCT/GIM eligibility

Job description

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Consultant Geriatrician with a keen interest in frailty. The post involves working within a broad Elderly Care team, with opportunities for sub-specialty work and involvement in Frailty SDEC, ED in-reach, and acute care initiatives.

You will contribute to the development of frailty services, support education and governance, and lead projects across the two UHNM sites, Royal Stoke and County Hospital.