About this role
Job summary
This is 5.33PA post for a Consultant in Palliative Medicine at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.
The Palliative Medicine department provides specialist medical input across a broad range of settings, including acute and community hospitals (Royal Berkshire Hospital, West Berkshire Community Hospital and Wallingford Community Hospital), the specialist inpatient unit based at Duchess of Kent Hospice, and community services in Berkshire West and South Oxfordshire. The post holder will share clinical and managerial leadership within the Palliative Medicine service with the present consultants. An office base with a laptop computer, smartphone, and secretarial and administrative support will be provided.
Please note the simulation date will be 28th October 2026 and the Interview date will be 3rd November 2026
Main duties of the job
Clinical Responsibilities:
1. To provide, with colleagues, a Palliative Medicine service in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
2. To provide second on-call cover for the Palliative Medicine service on a 1 in 7 rota. On-call is Category A with a 5% on-call intensity supplement.
Management Responsibilities:
1. Active participation in monthly clinical governance meetings within the department.
2. Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Palliative Medicine service.
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further details please refer to the attached Job Description and Personal Specification. If you would like to discuss this role or arrange a visit, please kindly contact Dr Hannah western as below
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
Full registration with the GMC/eligible for registration Within 6 months of CCST in (Speciality) at interview date Membership of the Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom or equivalent Full driving licence
Desirable
Higher degree e.g. PhD/ MD submitted/awarded
Clinical Experience, Knowledge & Skills Essential
Fully trained in Palliative Medicine Previous responsibility for clinical governance and GMC Good Medical Practice All aspects of palliative medicine and patient care
Audit Management & IT Essential
Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines Undertake audits and present data as required Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database
Desirable
Evidence of clinical leadership role demonstrating accountability for quality of care, financial controls and efficient management of workforce
Research, Teaching Skill & Experience Essential
Evidence or providing good teaching and supervision to trainees
Desirable
Track record of publications in peer reviewed journals Educational qualification
Patient Experience Essential
Contributes to improving patients experience See patients as individuals and involve them in decisions about their care Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
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.
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 Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address Wokingham Community Hospital
London Road
Thatcham
RG18 3AS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)