Medicine Consultant – Diabetes & Endocrinology

18 Week Support; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

18 Week Support seeks experienced Medicine Consultants specialising in Diabetes & Endocrinology to support weekend insourcing services in Derbyshire, helping reduce NHS waiting lists and improve access to specialist care.

Consultants will work within a well‑organised, clinically supported environment, with multidisciplinary team backing and opportunities to lead clinically while maintaining robust documentation and patient‑centred care.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with Specialist Register accreditation in Endocrinology & Diabetes Mellitus.
• Current Licence to Practise.
• Demonstrable experience as a Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology within the NHS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and make safe, effective clinical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage patients safely and effectively.
• Interpret clinical findings and diagnostic investigations.
• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centred care within a multidisciplinary setting.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior colleagues where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Ensure clear treatment and follow‑up plans are documented in line with Trust pathways.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical leadership

Education

GMC registration with Specialist Register accreditation in Endocrinology & Diabetes Mellitus

Licence to Practise

Job description

Rate: Competitive

We are currently seeking experienced Medicine Consultants specialising in Diabetes & Endocrinology to support weekend insourcing services in Derbyshire, helping to reduce NHS waiting lists and improve timely access to specialist care.

This is an excellent opportunity for consultants looking to complement their existing practice with flexible weekend work in a well-organised, clinically supported and patient-focused environment.

The Opportunity

Consultants will deliver scheduled outpatient activity, including:

• Assessment and management of patients from NHS waiting lists
• Review and interpretation of diagnostic investigations and clinical findings
• Development of appropriate treatment and follow-up plans in line with Trust pathways

You will work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team, with dedicated support from specialty nurses and HCAs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage patients safely and effectively
• Interpret clinical findings and diagnostic investigations
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary setting
• Provide clinical leadership and, where appropriate, supervision to junior colleagues
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Ensure clear treatment and follow-up plans are documented in accordance with Trust pathways and clinical standards

Applicants must have:

• Full GMC registration with Specialist Register accreditation in Endocrinology & Diabetes Mellitus
• A current Licence to Practise
• Demonstrable experience working at Consultant level in Diabetes & Endocrinology within the NHS
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and make safe, effective clinical decisions

Why Join Us?

• Flexible weekend sessions to complement your existing commitments
• Well-organised and clinically supported working environment
• Dedicated support from experienced specialty nurses and HCAs
• Collaborative working with experienced multidisciplinary teams
• The opportunity to make a direct and meaningful contribution to reducing NHS waiting times