Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic consultant to join a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to delivering high-quality diabetes and endocrine care to the Somerset population. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead and develop services in line with their interests and expertise. This position offers 6 PAs and is based at Yeovil Hospital, alongside other established Consultant posts. The ideal candidate will be prepared to embrace new challenges to expand the service and work collaboratively with a diverse team. Our management team is committed to service development, with regular monthly meetings ensuring strong collaboration between management and consultant colleagues.
Main duties of the job
Outpatient work - The new consultant will provide outpatient clinics, provide cover for the podiatry clinics and contribute to the support for the endocrine nurse running dynamic endocrine tests.
Inpatient work - The new consultant will take part of the medical on call rota (1 in 14 weekdays and weekends, with the option to split weekends). The new consultant will support the other Diabetes and Endocrine Consultants in seeing diabetes and endocrine ward referrals and take a lead role supporting the diabetes inpatient specialist nurses and podiatrist.
To work with the multidisciplinary team to support the development of in-house, county-wide and community diabetes.
To provide cover for colleagues in their absence and to deal with emergencies as the occasion demands.
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development. You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts. We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London. There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Date posted
03 April 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 a year YC72
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
184-OL-MED-MED-2126
Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* MBBS and MRCP or equivalent
* Full GMC registration and hold a license to practice at time of applying.
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview date) or CESR (evidence that GMC is processing specialist registration prior to interview)
Desirable
* An appropriate higher degree or qualification (MD, PhD or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
* Depth and breadth of clinical experience in Diabetes and Endocrinology
* Depth and breadth of clinical experience in General Medicine and Acute Medicine
* Experience in a special interest that will complement those existing in the department
* Relevant experience of working in the UK NHS
Desirable
* Experience at locum consultant level
Additional Criteria
Essential
* Personal qualities and skills
* Willingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description
* Ability to cope with the demands of a DGH based Consultant
* Ability to lead and develop the service
* Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis with all levels
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Desirable
* Knowledge of principles of audit and evidence of involvement in a quality improvement project in the last 2 years.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Yeovil District Hospital, Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4AT
Employer's website: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
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