Medicine Consultant

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks Locum Consultant Medicine professionals specializing in General, Acute, or Geriatric Medicine for various hospitals in London. Ideal candidates will bring extensive experience and leadership skills to deliver high-quality medical care, with competitive hourly rates and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC.
• Experience leading medical teams in acute scenarios.
• Able to practice independently in Acute, General, or Geriatric Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Ward-based work providing care for elderly patients including daily reviews.
• Managing new admissions and overseeing patient care in acute medical settings.
• Participating in multidisciplinary team care and providing clinical opinions on frailty.

Skills

Leadership

Independent clinical responsibility

Clinical assessment

Excellent clinical skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

MRCP / FRCP / MBBS (or equivalent)

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

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 offered range from £72.28 (Pan London social rate) to £105 PAYE per hour, with a schedule of Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00, 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 health professions
• Ability 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 provide expert clinical opinions on related medical problems
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent clinical skills

Geriatric Medicine Key Responsibilities

• Ward-based work: Providing care for elderly patients, including daily reviews and ward rounds
• Acute frailty assessment: Working in frailty assessment units or liaising with other specialties for timely assessment and management
• Inpatient and outpatient care: Participating in clinics, including rapid access clinics
• Liaison with other specialties: Providing specialist opinions on frailty and Orthogeriatrics
• On-call responsibilities: Sharing duties, which may include stroke on-call, weekend, or overnight cover (not mandatory for all positions)

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 admissions through emergency department
• On-call: Possible night, weekend, or varied shifts depending on hospital setup (not mandatory for all roles)
• Ward Rounds: Reviewing and managing patients
• Consultations: Outpatient assessments
• Procedures: Performing procedures related to General Medicine
• Emergency Care: Responding to acute medical emergencies
• On-Call Duties: Providing outside-hours care from home or on-site (not mandatory for all roles)

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.