Specialty Doctor GIM Outliers

SOUTH TEES HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS hospital in Tees Valley is seeking an enthusiastic Specialty Doctor with a minimum of 4 years post-graduate experience in acute and general internal medicine. The role involves providing high-quality senior-level care to acutely unwell patients, managing direct patient care, and collaborating in service delivery activities. Candidates must excel in patient communication and demonstrate the ability to carry out diagnoses and treatment plans effectively. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute and/or general internal medicine is required.
• Ability to provide routine medical support, including initial assessments.
• Capability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under consultant supervision.
• Carry out investigations and treatment plans for inpatients.
• Participate in service delivery and improvement activities.

Skills

Patient care

Diagnosis

Communication

Education

Minimum of 4 years post graduate experience

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Specialty Doctor with a minimum of 4 years post graduate experience in acute and/or general internal medicine to join our teams in delivering high‑quality senior level care to acutely unwell patients in our outlier areas. Weekly timetable will be discussed and agreed with the appointee and will incorporate: Outlier ward rounds Specialty work (option of Acute, Infectious Diseases, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Older Persons Medicine, Respiratory and Emergency Medicine), Clinical Duties:

• Direct Patient Care: Specialty doctors provide routine medical and psychiatric support, including initial assessments, mental state examinations, and managing inpatients under consultant supervision.
• Diagnosis and Treatment: They are responsible for carrying out investigations, making diagnoses, and implementing treatment plans, including preparing discharge summaries.
• Communication: They communicate effectively with patients, relatives, staff, and other stakeholders, maintaining appropriate records and reports.

Service and Professional Activities

• Service Delivery: They contribute to service delivery and improvement, including attending multidisciplinary meetings and participating in audit activities.

This new post arises from an exciting investment in the transformation of medicine and emergency care services (MECS) at The James Cook University Hospital. The MECS collaborative is made up of Acute, Respiratory, Infectious Diseases, Older Persons Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology and Emergency medicine specialties. We have 9 In Patient wards and additional beds across outlier areas.