Senior Frailty & Geriatrics Consultant — Lead Acute Care

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust; Margate; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A large hospital trust in the UK is seeking a Consultant in Frailty to join a dynamic team in the Margate area. This role focuses on high-quality care for older patients and involves implementing new care models within the emergency department and frailty assessment unit. With exciting transformation projects underway, this is a rewarding opportunity for motivated candidates. The position offers up to 32 days’ annual leave and support for continued education and improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Up to 32 days' annual leave

Support for medical education

Involvement in quality improvement projects

Qualifications

• Dynamic and motivated Elderly Care Consultant.
• Involvement in quality improvement and patient safety work.
• Experience in acute care settings is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care for older patients in the emergency department.
• Implement an Acute Physician led model supported by specialty in-reach.
• Change HCOOP referral criteria to focus on frailty.

Job description

A large hospital trust in the UK is seeking a Consultant in Frailty to join a dynamic team in the Margate area. This role focuses on high-quality care for older patients and involves implementing new care models within the emergency department and frailty assessment unit. With exciting transformation projects underway, this is a rewarding opportunity for motivated candidates. The position offers up to 32 days’ annual leave and support for continued education and improvement initiatives.