Specialty Doctor

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Coventry seeks a Specialty Doctor in Palliative Medicine to join its community palliative care team. The role involves providing expert care to patients with life-limiting illnesses, including medical assessments and managing complex needs. Applicants should be qualified medical doctors with strong communication skills, a UK driving license, and the ability to manage a busy workload. Experience or training in palliative medicine is preferred but not mandatory. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Qualified as a medical doctor with registration in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car for domiciliary visits.
• Strong ability to manage a busy workload with indirect supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality palliative care in the community.
• Undertake medical assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and patients regarding care.

Skills

Communication skills

Workload management

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Medical Doctor qualification

Job description

Overview

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Community Palliative Care team invites applications for a Specialty Doctor in Palliative Medicine. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide expert care to patients with life‑limiting illness and complex needs in the community setting.

Responsibilities

• Work with Consultants in Palliative medicine to deliver high‑quality palliative care.
• Undertake medical assessment, diagnosis and management of patients in community.
• Initiate appropriate medical care and prescribe in line with policies and guidelines.
• Work with MDT to initiate appropriate investigations and treatment.
• Provide telephone or remote support to the team or other health care professionals.
• Communicate supportive messages with patients and their carers regarding disease and management.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and other professionals supporting patient care.
• Record clinical notes in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in CPD, appraisal and revalidation.

Requirements

• Qualified as a medical doctor with registration in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car – domiciliary visits are required.
• Strong ability to manage a busy workload, prioritise tasks and work effectively with indirect supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a dynamic multi‑disciplinary community team.
• Confidence, flexibility and adaptability – thriving on challenges and variety.
• Experience or training in palliative medicine is preferred but not mandatory.

Equal Opportunities

The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities within the workplace. All vacancies will be considered for Job Share unless otherwise stated. All applicants who have a disability and who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be interviewed.