About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Locum Consultant Geriatrician to join the Community Care of the Elderly and Frailty teams in Chepstow Community Hospital. The successful candidate will provide senior clinical leadership to the inpatient community medicine ward and the Monmouthshire Rapid Frailty Response service, supporting timely decision-making for the older and/or frail adult.
The post holder will play a central clinical leadership role in promoting multi-disciplinary working, the use of evidence-based practice and ensuring that the principles of clinical governance are fundamental to the design, delivery and evaluation of new and existing models of care.
This is a hybrid role that centres on early intervention and proactive management of older and/or frail individuals enabling care to be provided in the most appropriate setting at the right time.
Main duties of the job
To support the inpatient medical ward as named physician responsible for patient care To perform a key role in discharge planning and co-ordinating approaches with relatives and other agencies To liaise with patients, relatives/carers and members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure patients receive a high-quality service and are kept informed of progress as appropriate To lead ward rounds, facilitating multidisciplinary meetings To manage referrals into the North Monmouthshire/Frailty service, undertaking clinical assessment and treatment planning to ensure patients receive care in the most appropriate setting To support the delivery of care on the ward and within patients' homes, as appropriate, providing clinical intervention where required To signpost and redirect patients to appropriate community services, ensuring care is co-ordinated and aligned with individual needs To support early supported discharge to ensure safe and co-ordinated transitions from hospital to services within the community To engage in service development initiatives, as appropriate To contribute to the design, evaluation and improvement of Frailty pathways, ensuring they align with best practice and national guidance To work collaboratively with senior clinical colleagues, multidisciplinary teams and partners to enhance the effectiveness and reach of Frailty services To participate in quality improvement programmes and other initiatives promoting safe, efficient and patient-centred care
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is amulti award-winningNHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values ofKindness, Integrity, and Respectshape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
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This position involves Regulated Activity with children and/or adults as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer:
Enhanced check with barred list information, includingan adults barred list check Applicants must hold full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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Desirable
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Clinical Experience Essential
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Experience of NHS
Clincal Governance Essential
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Research Essential
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Teaching Essential
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Management Essential
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Other Requirements Essential
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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 Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Chepstow Community Hospital
Tempest Way
Chepstow
NP16 5YX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)