GP Practitioner | Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Lytham St Annes is seeking a passionate GP or Medical Consultant to lead transformative care practices at Clifton Hospital. This role emphasizes collaboration and innovation within multidisciplinary teams, aimed at enhancing the quality of life for the older population. Ideal candidates will have experience with rehab medicine and be dedicated to patient-centered care. Join us in making a real impact in the lives of our patients.

Benefits

Leadership support

Study leave provision

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with older populations.
• Strong collaboration skills to foster patient journeys.
• Ability to participate in clinical governance and audits.

Responsibilities

• Redesign care models focused on patient experience.
• Support the progression of patient pathways.
• Participate in training of advanced clinical practitioners.

Skills

Care of the older person

Rehab medicine

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Clinical governance

Patient assessment

Job description

Overview

Are you a passionate GP or Medical Consultant with experience with care of the older person or rehab medicine, looking for a dynamic role at the forefront of innovation? Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's IMEC Division is leading an exciting transformation at Clifton Hospital, and we're searching for a visionary GP or Medical Consultant to play a key part.

Responsibilities

• Be a key architect in redesigning Clifton's care models, putting patient experience and well-being at the heart of everything we do.
• Champion collaboration within IMEC, fostering a seamless patient journey across primary and secondary care.
• Help define Clifton Hospital's unique identity within the division, building on its existing strengths and embracing IMEC's innovative spirit.
• Work with a forward-thinking team at Clifton Hospital, known for its collaborative and supportive environment.
• If you're a GP or Medical Consultant who thrives on a challenge, is passionate about making a real difference, then we want to hear from you!

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals offers a supportive and stimulating environment, a strong leadership team, and a commitment to innovation. Join us and be part of something truly special.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a GP or Medical Consultant leader who wants to make a real impact.

The post holder will work predominately at Clifton Hospital where there is a strong focus on multi-disciplinary teamwork. The post holder will receive leadership support from the Divisional Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the progression of patient pathways in line with the Clifton Transformation Model.
• Provide medical review to include assessment and management of the deteriorating patient.
• Participate in regular MDT board rounds to review patient care and progress towards discharge.
• Support the screening / review of referred patients from varying clinical services including repatriations from external Trusts.
• The post holder will be required to maintain their knowledge and skills with utilisation of relevant e-portfolio. Study leave provision will be available.
• To participate in training of advanced clinical practitioners and medical undergraduates.
• To contribute towards mortality review processes, clinical audit and clinical governance & educational meetings.
• The successful candidate will form part of the weekend on-call rota (combination of resident and non-resident) with other specialty doctors. Prospective cover will be required at times to meet the needs of the service.
• The post holder will share with colleagues and other intermediate level staff in dictation of documentation in respect of patients, where appropriate, in addition to general administrative duties as part of their role.

We’re thrilled you’re considering joining our team and making real difference in the lives of our patients.

About Clifton Hospital

Within Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Clifton Hospital plays a vital role in providing exceptional care for our older population. Clifton Hospital is dedicated to fostering well-being, independence, and a high quality of life for our senior patients.

Clifton Hospital excels in its rehabilitation services. Our team works diligently to help patients regain their independence after an illness or injury. Clifton Hospital has strong links with community services, allowing for a smooth transition back to familiar surroundings after discharge.

Integrated Medicine and Emergency Care Division

By joining our Integrated Medicine and Emergency Care Division at Clifton Hospital, you'll become a leader in shaping the future of care. This is your chance to make a lasting impact and be part of something special.

The post holder will work predominately at Clifton Hospital where there is a strong focus on multi-disciplinary teamwork. The post holder will receive leadership support from the Divisional Team and will deliver a wide range of clinical care in managing patients in a community hospital setting. There is also a requirement of weekend on-call provision.

• Support the progression of patient pathways in line with the Clifton Transformation Model.
• Provide medical review to include assessment and management of the deteriorating patient.
• Participate in regular MDT

This advert closes on Wednesday 19 Nov 2025