About this role
Job summary
This is a full-time fixed term Consultant Physician & Geriatrician post, joining an existing establishment of Physicians in the Medicine and Emergency Care Division. The post will suit someone with ambition and drive to provide & develop high-quality inpatient & outpatient services in the Trust.
The successful candidate will appreciate the importance of Consultant Geriatrician presence from the front door and across the pathway and have the skills to work on the Acute Frailty Unit, frailty Same Day Emergency Care, inpatient beds or in the Emergency Department where this is the best option for the patient.
Whilst applicants will be expected to have completed Higher Specialist Training or have a CESR in General (Internal) Medicine, the latter is not a mandatory requirement for taking up this fixed term post. The Division are seeking a candidate with a specialist interest in Geriatric Medicine.
It is envisaged that the appointee will bring experience which will complement and strengthen acute care at the Royal, and we are able to adapt the role to incorporate a developing or established clinical interest for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
For further information please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which give a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.
About us
Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, includes rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.
Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.
Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.
Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.
In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.
The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role, and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MRCP/FRCP or equivalent Full registration with GMC with a licence to practice
Desirable
Specialist interest or additional qualifications in other areas of specialty Higher degree Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Internal Medicine or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview
Experience Essential
Higher Specialist training scheme in General Internal Medicine Experience in the management of acutely ill patients Experience of supervising junior doctors Experience of risk management and quality governance Evidence of Audit and/or research activity
Desirable
Higher management training Clinical leadership experience or training Experience in a similar post Experience as an educational supervisor or clinical tutor Previous involvement in service development and innovation Sound knowledge of multiple NHS structure and systems
Skills Essential
Ability to teach clinical skills Able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and fellow professionals Ability to work as part of a team Ability to organise and manage patient lists and priorities Ability to supervise postgraduate research
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Calow
Chesterfield
S44 5BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)