Substantive Consultant Geriatrician

Pertemps Medical Professionals; Derby; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Consultant Geriatricians to join its expanding team at a modern acute hospital. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on community health while enjoying the benefits of working in a supportive environment that values compassion and respect. With a focus on professional growth, the position includes teaching and research opportunities, making it ideal for those passionate about advancing geriatric medicine. Enjoy a vibrant urban lifestyle combined with access to beautiful countryside, all while being part of a top-rated healthcare provider dedicated to staff satisfaction and patient care.

Benefits

Relocation support

Enhanced terms and conditions

Access to vibrant city amenities

Access to scenic countryside

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration with a license to practice is essential.
• Eligibility for GMC Specialist Register or CCT in Medicine for the Elderly.

Responsibilities

• Join the Department for Medicine of the Elderly to meet community needs.
• Engage in teaching and research while providing patient care.

Skills

Geriatric Medicine

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Teaching Skills

Research Publication

Education

MBBS/MBChB

MRCP

Job description

Substantive Consultant Geriatrician - £105,504 - £139,882 Per annum – University Hospitals and Derby and Burton

Consultant Geriatrician
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum
Location: Royal Derby Hospital
Hours: 10 sessions per week (plus 1 in 6 weekend sessions for Royal Derby Hospital-based post or General Medicine On-Call at Queen's Hospital Burton)
Contract: Permanent

Job Overview

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB) is seeking Consultant Geriatricians to join its Department for Medicine of the Elderly (DME) team. The Trust is expanding the team to meet the growing needs of the community, with part-time applications welcomed to support the achievement of full establishment.

Why Choose UHDB?

The Royal Derby Hospital, recognized as one of the UK’s most modern acute hospitals, features the East Midlands’ only rooftop helipad. The Trust consistently ranks in the top 20% of acute trusts in England for staff satisfaction, earning high recommendations as both an employer and a healthcare provider.

The Trust is dedicated to fostering a culture built on core values of Compassion, Attitude, Respect, and Equality, ensuring that both staff and patients remain central to all its activities.

Derby and Burton offer a unique combination of vibrant urban living and convenient access to stunning countryside. The Trust also provides relocation support and enhanced terms and conditions for qualified candidates, depending on prior experience.

Essential Criteria:

• Full GMC Registration with a license to practice
• MBBS/MBChB and MRCP qualification
• Eligibility for entry on the GMC Specialist Register, or within six months of receiving a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or CESR in Medicine for the Elderly at the time of the interview

Preferred Criteria:

• Five years of supervised training in an appropriate SpR-equivalent training program, with advanced clinical skills in Medicine for the Elderly
• Strong technical competence in geriatric medicine
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Teaching and Research Experience:

Teaching:

• Experience in and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students

Research:

• Publications in peer-reviewed journals

Management and Administrative Experience:

• Experience in audit management

About the Location:

Derby and Burton provide an ideal setting for professional growth and work-life balance, with access to vibrant city amenities and scenic countryside.

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