Medicine Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is seeking locum consultants in General, Acute, or Geriatric Medicine at multiple London hospitals. The role offers competitive hourly rates, a structured work schedule, and a chance to lead in inpatient and outpatient care, making a significant impact on patient welfare. Applicants should have a solid background in pertinent medical practices, be fully registered with the GMC, and possess leadership skills in a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC.
• Experience in leading medical teams.
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinions.

Responsibilities

• Providing care for patients on elderly medicine wards.
• Managing new patients admitted through emergency.
• Participating in inpatient and outpatient clinics.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Decision Making

Teamwork

Expert Clinical Opinions

Independent Practice

Excellent Clinical Skills

Education

MRCP / FRCP / MBBS (or equivalent)

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Job description

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We currently have multiple Locum Consultant Medicine positions available in General, Acute or Geriatric Medicine at various hospitals in and around London. Rates we can offer range from £72.28 (Pan London social rate) to £105 PAYE per hour, with a Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00 schedule, and potential on-call duties.

Qualifications & Training

MRCP / FRCP / MBBS (or equivalent)

Fully registered with the GMC

Preferably a holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Acute, General or Geriatric Medicine

Experience

Experience leading Acute, General or Geriatric admitting medical teams

Experience working with allied professions

Able to lead and make consultant-level decisions in Orthogeriatrics/Peri-operative Medicine/Ambulatory medicine

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients

Ability to practice independently in Acute, General or Geriatric Medicine

Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on a range of related problems

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Excellent clinical skills

Geriatric Medicine Key Responsibilities:

Ward-based work: providing care for patients on elderly medicine wards, including daily reviews and consultant ward rounds

Acute frailty assessment: working in frailty assessment units or liaising with other specialties for timely assessment and management of frail older adults

Inpatient and outpatient care: participating in inpatient and outpatient clinics, including rapid access clinics

Liaison with other specialties: providing specialist opinions to hospital teams regarding older adult care, especially in frailty and Orthogeriatrics

On-call responsibilities: sharing duties, which may include stroke on-call, weekend cover, or overnight on-call for Older Person's medical needs (not required for every position)

Acute Medicine Key Locums

Acute Medical Unit (AMU): consultant review of inpatients, ward rounds, overseeing patient management

Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC)/Ambulatory Care: leading assessment and management, possibly including late shifts

Acute Take: managing new patients admitted through emergency, leading assessment

On-call: weekday nights, weekends, or both, varying by hospital setup (not required for every position)

Ward Rounds: attending rounds, reviewing patients, managing care

Consultations: with outpatient patients

Procedures: performing procedures related to General Medicine

Emergency Care: managing acute emergencies

On-Call Duties: providing care outside regular hours, either remotely or on-site (not required for every position)

If you're ready to make a difference with your expertise and leadership, and enjoy a balanced work schedule, we want to hear from you.