General Medicine Locally Employed Doctor Trust Registrar level

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Locally Employed Doctor to join their team in delivering high-quality medical care. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in General Medicine while working alongside a dedicated team. The role includes providing acute inpatient care, supporting consultant-led ward rounds, and engaging in teaching and quality improvement initiatives. With a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development, this is an exciting chance to advance your career in a supportive environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values flexibility and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of Foundation Programme or equivalent required.
• Minimum six months of UK-based medical practice essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute inpatient care for patients with general medical conditions.
• Support consultant-led ward rounds and participate in teaching.
• Engage in audit and quality improvement projects.

Skills

Acute inpatient care

Communication skills

Teaching and presentation skills

Quality improvement

Education

Foundation Programme completion

Full GMC registration

Two years of healthcare experience

Six months of UK-based medical practice

Job description

General Medicine Locally Employed Doctor

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is at a truly exciting time of transformation. Through our Trust Strategy, we aim to deliver safe, accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare services in North Cumbria for the next generation.

The Trust is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all areas of the organization. The post holder should be flexible, open to change, and proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement, playing an active role in developing, implementing, and sustaining enhancements to working practices and patient services.

Applications are invited from candidates who have completed the Foundation Programme (or equivalent) and wish to gain experience in General Medicine. This permanent role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and plan your future career. The post involves working on one of several medical specialty wards, with potential rotations to meet service needs and provide enhanced training opportunities.

Educational Supervision

An educational supervisor will be assigned to support you. Regular appraisals will be conducted and forwarded to the specialty lead.

Main duties of the job

• Provide acute inpatient care for patients with general medical conditions, including some with renal disease.
• Support consultant-led ward rounds and daily consultant board rounds, with learning opportunities.
• Liaise with allied clinical specialties and support junior colleagues.
• Participate in junior doctor teaching, providing feedback and developing teaching and presentation skills.
• Engage in audit and quality improvement projects, with opportunities for regional and national presentations, supported by consultants.
• Gain experience caring for patients on dialysis and post-transplantation by attending clinics.
• Contribute to evening, weekend, and night shifts (1:15).

Please refer to the full job description and personal specification for detailed information.

The job involves liaising with nursing, technical, social work, and administrative staff.

We seek flexible, motivated individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, supported by a dedicated team. Redeployment to other medical wards during staffing pressures is viewed as an opportunity to acquire diverse skills and experience.

About us

At NCIC, we aim to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to a population of half a million. Established on 1 October 2019, we focus on providing rural and remote healthcare across north Cumbria and beyond, operating over 70 services across 15 locations with over 6,500 staff members.

Our core principles include being a clinically led organization, prioritizing quality and safety, ensuring positive patient experiences, fostering a great workplace, and managing resources effectively.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our community and strive to be an inclusive, compassionate employer.

Job description and person specification

Please see the attached documents for detailed information on the role, responsibilities, and candidate criteria.

Person Specification

• Full GMC registration
• At least two years of healthcare experience post-qualification
• Minimum six months of UK-based medical practice

Desirable qualifications include attendance at an ILS course and a valid ALS certificate.