Locum Consultant Physician in Orthogeriatric's & Geriatric Medicine

NHS; Reading; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a locum consultant geriatrician to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team. This role offers the chance to contribute to a comprehensive geriatric medicine service, focusing on elderly care and orthogeriatrics. The position involves managing patients in various settings, including acute wards and outpatient clinics, while participating in an on-call rota. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a significant impact in patient care and work within a supportive environment, enhancing their skills in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Fully trained in Geriatric Medicine and General Internal Medicine.
• Knowledge of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment and its application.
• Good IT skills, including use of patient and hospital databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Geriatric Assessment for frail older patients.
• Manage patients on an acute Elderly Care ward.
• Deliver timely comprehensive geriatric assessment and support outpatient services.

Skills

Geriatric Medicine

General Internal Medicine

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA)

Clinical Governance

Teaching and Supervision

Patient-Centered Care

Education

Full GMC registration

Membership of the Royal College of Geriatric Medicine

Higher degree (e.g., PhD/MD)

Tools

Patient and Hospital Databases

Job description

Job summary

Applications are warmly welcomed to join a specialist multidisciplinary team contributing to the provision of our comprehensive geriatric medicine service. We are looking to appoint a locum consultant geriatrician for one year, starting June 2025, to join our dynamic and enthusiastic team at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. This is a 10 PA consultant post in Elderly Care Medicine with an interest in Orthogeriatrics, to cover the maternity leave of an existing Consultant.

This is a rotational post with 3 other consultants and is expected to rotate in 8-week blocks through the following areas: a dedicated hip fracture unit, an acute elderly care ward, and a liaison service on the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards. The post will also involve outpatient clinics (movement disorders, general elderly care, or complex pre-operative assessment). Additionally, the role includes participation in the Elderly Care Physician on-call rota at approximately 1:16.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will be expected to:

1. Provide, with colleagues, a comprehensive Geriatric Assessment liaison service for frail older patients admitted to Trauma and Orthopaedic wards with fragility fractures, blunt chest trauma, and head injuries.
2. Manage patients on an acute Elderly Care ward, working closely with multidisciplinary team colleagues and providing consultant support to the medical team.
3. Manage patients admitted from the Emergency Department to a dedicated hip fracture unit, overseeing perioperative care and collaborating on post-operative rehabilitation.
4. Deliver timely comprehensive geriatric assessment, falls, and bone health assessments for patients with fractured neck of femur, distal femoral fractures, and periprosthetic fractures, in line with best practice tariff.
5. Support outpatient services and contribute to developing perioperative medicine or general geriatrics/movement disorders clinics.
6. Provide on-call cover for the Elderly Care Physician on a 1:16 rota, with Category A on-call and a 3% on-call intensity supplement.
7. Share cover for each other's annual leave, often involving inpatient ward coverage.
8. Participate actively in monthly clinical governance meetings.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

We are committed to equality and welcome applications from all community sections, regardless of protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants, and those who meet the minimum criteria can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application, please contact the recruitment team at 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary communication method is via email. If you prefer a different contact method, please inform the recruitment team.

Date posted: 29 April 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 193-MS1193NCG

Job location: Royal Berkshire NHS Trust, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN

Job description

For further details, kindly refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

To discuss this role or arrange a visit, contact Dr. Paul Wearing, Elderly Care Clinical Lead.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications (Essential):

• Full GMC registration or eligibility within 6 months of CCST in Geriatric Medicine at interview
• Membership of the Royal College of Geriatric Medicine or equivalent

Desirable:

• Higher degree (e.g., PhD/MD) submitted or awarded

Clinical Experience, Knowledge & Skills (Essential):

• Fully trained in Geriatric Medicine and General Internal Medicine
• Decision-making at consultant level
• Knowledge of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) and its application

Desirable:

• Sub-specialty interest/experience in Geriatric Medicine
• Experience with outpatient geriatric services

Audit, Management & IT (Essential):

• Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines
• Undertake audits and present data
• Good IT skills, including use of patient and hospital databases

Desirable:

• Evidence of clinical leadership, accountability for quality of care, financial controls, and workforce management

Research, Teaching & Experience (Essential):

• Proven ability to teach and supervise trainees

Desirable:

• Track record of peer-reviewed publications

Patient Experience (Essential):

• Contributes to improving patient experience
• Involves patients in care decisions
• Works in partnership to deliver patient-centered care
• Willing to embrace user involvement

Additional notes: This post is subject to DBS checks, and applicants require UK registration and potentially a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Please refer to the detailed sections for full requirements and guidance.