Locally Employed Doctor in Geriatrics (ST3+ equivalent)

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust invites applications for a Locally Employed Doctor Registrar in Geriatric Medicine. The post supervises Care of the Elderly wards, outpatient clinics, and ward referrals with consultant oversight.

On-call rota coverage and ward rounds are part of the role, with induction provided for corporate and local practice. The registrar will contribute to medical team leadership, supervise junior doctors, and participate in ward-based MDT reviews to streamline

Qualifications

• MRCP or equivalent qualification.
• GMC registration eligibility.
• Leadership and supervision skills.
• Experience in Care of the Elderly Medicine desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Care of the Elderly ward in-patients and resident doctors.
• Attend outpatient clinics and ward referrals with consultant supervision.
• Participate in the on-call rota covering Acute Take and wards.
• Lead ward rounds and coordinate resident doctor leave.
• Teach FY1/FY2 and IMT trainees in practical procedures.
• Engage in Red2Green ward-based MDT reviews to remove delays.
• Report to the consultant and contribute to service improvements.

Job description

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAH) is looking to appoint a Locally Employed Doctor Registrar grade (LED) to work within our Geriatric Medicine department.

The successful applicant will jointly be responsible for supervising Care of the Elderly ward in-patients and resident doctors, outpatient clinics and ward referrals from other firms (with consultant supervision). The successful applicant will take part in the on call rota covering Acute Take as well as Wards. Full induction from both a corporate and local perspective will be provided.

The post holder will conduct ward rounds with the resident doctors, ensuring all patients are seen daily. This will develop leadership and supervision skills as the Registrar is a key link in co-ordinating resident doctor leave on the ward and ensuring that all patients are safely reviewed when shortfalls occur. The post holder will participate in the Medical On Call Rota.

The Registrars play a key role in ensuring medical team input into the Red2Green at the board round meetings which takes place twice daily on each ward. This is a ward based, mini-MDT in which the treatment and discharge plan for each patient on the ward is reviewed with a view to eliminating bottlenecks and non-treatment related delays.

The post holder will assist in teaching and supervising the FY1 and FY2 and IMT 1/2 in practical procedures and in their clinical learning.

The post operates at the ST3 level or above (dependent on the post holder’s experience and qualifications) within the firm structure and as such is most suitable for a candidate with MRCP wishing to gain further experience at ST level in Care of the Elderly Medicine and General (Internal) Medicine. The post offers excellent experience in acute General and Care of the Elderly Medicine.

The post holder will work closely with the medical team and wider multidisciplinary clinical team in his/her area of work to deliver high quality patient care. The post holder will also support the consultant in driving forward service improvements according to the changing and increasing needs of the population.

The post holder will report directly to the consultant in their area

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.