Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Welcome to North Devon. World Class by Nature. The road sign says it all. If you are looking for your next career move in Palliative Medicine, please read on.
Following retirement of a long-serving post-holder, we are seeking a new Consultant in Palliative Medicine, to work 8 PAs (negotiable) alongside the Trust's existing Consultants in Palliative Medicine. We are happy to receive enquiries from doctors who may wish to work fewer than 8 PAs.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients stay healthy when they need it most.
Job responsibilities
You will be based at North Devon Hospice. In addition to responsibilities in its 7-bedded inpatient unit, you will also have sessions supporting the hospital and community palliative care teams.
Uniquely, you will enjoy the benefits of being a team member of both organisations, North Devon Hospice and the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As a stakeholder of the Hospice's senior management team, you will also have key influence over end-of-life care across the Northern Devon locality healthcare system.
In addition, the role is supported by the regional network of Palliative Medicine Consultants, such as those serving the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital and Eastern Services of the Trust.
Working Pattern:
8 PAs
Interview Date:
20th March 2025
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Dr. Hasib Choudhury, Consultant in Palliative Medicine, on 01271 311 642 (hospital teams direct line), or email h.choudhury@nhs.net; or contact Mr. Stephen Roberts, Chief Executive, North Devon Hospice on 01271 347 239, email stephenroberts@northdevonhospice.org.uk.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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