Locum Consultant Geriatrician

TN United Kingdom; Harlow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, focusing on innovative care models for the elderly. You will lead initiatives that improve patient outcomes and drive service development, making a significant impact on the community. With a commitment to excellence and collaboration, this position is ideal for those passionate about geriatric medicine. Embrace the chance to shape the future of elderly care in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Equivalent training and experience for UK CCT in geriatric medicine.
• Entry on GMC Specialist Register in geriatric medicine or eligibility for registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient services focused on the elderly population.
• Lead and motivate the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered interventions.
• Engage in service development to meet future challenges of an aging population.

Skills

Geriatric Medicine

Patient-Centered Care

Multidisciplinary Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

MRCP

Valid ALS or equivalent

Job description

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The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Location:

Harlow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

The Elderly Medicine department has seen significant investment from the Trust in the last 2 years, including a purpose-built frailty unit and expansion of the multidisciplinary team to provide the best care for our frail, older population. We seek a successful applicant to join us in further developing these services and introducing a passion for specialist care.

Benefits of working with the Elderly Medicine team at The Princess Alexandra Hospital include:

• Opportunities to lead on improving quality of life for seniors and demonstrate geriatric expertise across specialties and in the community
• Support to work within an established multidisciplinary team and develop new models of care within acute elderly pathways
• Opportunities for specialists to develop and promote services to improve diagnosis and management
• Support and time allocated for CESR

Main duties of the job

• Provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient services focused on the elderly population served by PAH, including a new cancer frailty clinic supporting colorectal cancer pathways
• Lead and motivate the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered interventions and effective discharge planning
• Maintain excellent relationships with team members, management, and external agencies such as community providers and CCGs, ensuring effective communication
• Engage in service development to meet future challenges of an aging population
• Drive innovations within the service area
• Support colleagues in the department as needed

About us

Our Organisation

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a range of services across multiple hospitals, employing 3,500 staff serving a population of around 350,000 in west Essex and east Hertfordshire, with a catchment area of up to 500,000 including Hoddesdon, Cheshunt, and Broxbourne.

Our Values

Our commitment, summarized in The Princess Alexandra Promise, emphasizes:

• Patient at heart: Prioritizing patient wellbeing
• Everyday excellence: Celebrating successes and learning from mistakes
• Creative collaboration: Working together to innovate and improve care

We invest in our staff and reward high standards, expecting staff to uphold our values.

Job description and responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification, available for download at any time.

Person Specification

Training

• Equivalent training and experience for UK CCT (or within 6 months of CCT/CESR issuance) in geriatric medicine
• Entry on GMC Specialist Register in geriatric medicine or eligibility for registration within 6 months of interview

Qualifications

• MRCP
• Valid ALS or equivalent

Clinical experience

• Broad knowledge and experience in Geriatric Medicine and UK Acute Medicine and Ambulatory Care
• Evidence of personal practice in areas described by the RCP curriculum
• Experience in guideline appraisals