About this role
Job summary
We are looking for dynamic, enthusiastic consultants dedicated to medical outlier patients where you will lead the daily reviews of medical patients and oversee short courses of rehabilitation for some patients before discharge. The case mix may include a proportion of acute patients transferred from the acute medical unit, subject to suitable triage. It will be necessary to see patients on outlier wards/discharge lounge and these duties may continue on a shared basis thereafter (detail to be agreed subject to satisfactory recruitment).
You will be part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of nurses, AHPs and resident doctors.
This post is suitable for an experienced physician, looking for flexibility of hours, a recent CCT-holder looking at this as a stepping stone to speciality posts, or doctors with childcare or other family commitments who would like to work flexible hours. A clinician who is eligible for CESR and/or would like support in the CESR application may also be considered.
Main duties of the job
Experience in GIM medicine would be essential. Post-holders close to CCT in general internal medicine will be considered.
Development of a clinic in your chosen specialty will be encouraged. Teaching undergraduates will also be encouraged as we are a highly developed teaching hospital to the University of Birmingham.
There will be an option to participate in the acute medical on call rota although this will not be obligatory. There will be responsibility for governance and audit, both internal and national audits, secretarial support and office accommodation.
The trust is keen to promote and maintain CPD for all medical staff
The appointee will be encouraged to attain the necessary external CPD points and there are weekly grand round meetings and lunchtime teaching.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description Job responsibilities
Experience in GIM medicine would be essential. Post-holders close to CCT in general internal medicine will be considered.
Development of a clinic in your chosen specialty will be encouraged. Teaching undergraduates will also be encouraged as we are a highly developed teaching hospital to the University of Birmingham.
There will be an option to participate in the acute medical on call rota although this will not be obligatory. There will be responsibility for governance and audit, both internal and national audits, secretarial support and office accommodation.
The trust is keen to promote and maintain CPD for all medical staff
The appointee will be encouraged to attain the necessary external CPD points and there are weekly grand round meetings and lunchtime teaching.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Professional Registration Essential
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. MRCP (UK) or recognised equivalent qualification
Relevant knowledge and experience requirements Essential
Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required to gain UK CCT in appropriate speciality Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients and offer expert clinical opinion in the specialty
Professional Essential
Practises with the professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors as set out in GMC Good Medical Practice and the Generic Professional Capabilities Framework (or equivalent for dentists). Participating in annual reviews of performance or progression working within appropriate quality management and clinical governance frameworks
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.
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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 The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address Russells Hall Hospital
Pensnett Rd
DUDLEY
DY1 2HQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)