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A leading healthcare provider seeks Locum Consultant positions in General, Acute, or Geriatric Medicine across various London hospitals. These roles involve diverse responsibilities including ward management, patient assessments, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Successful candidates will receive competitive hourly rates and be part of a dynamic work environment, making a tangible difference in patient care.
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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 of 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, or 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 regarding older adult care, particularly in frailty and Orthogeriatrics
On-call responsibilities: Sharing on-call duties, which may include stroke on-call, weekend cover, or overnight on-call for Older Person's medical needs (not mandatory for all positions)
Acute Medicine Key Locums
Acute Medical Unit (AMU): Consultant review of inpatients, ward rounds, and overseeing patient management
Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC)/Ambulatory Care: Leading assessment and management, possibly including late shifts or afternoon sessions
Acute Take: Managing the acute medical take, assessing new patients admitted through emergency services
On-call: Covering weekday nights, weekends, or both, depending on the hospital setup (not mandatory for all positions)
Ward Rounds: Attending ward rounds, reviewing patients, and managing their care
Consultations: Providing outpatient consultations
Procedures: Performing procedures related to General Medicine
Emergency Care: Responding to medical emergencies
On-Call Duties: Providing care outside regular hours, either remotely or on-site (not mandatory for all positions)
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.