Job summary
There is an exciting opportunity for a Care of Elderly Consultant to join West Hertfordshire NHS trust, a hospital which is currently undergoing redevelopment with the aim of a brand new hospital in the next few years.
The ideal candidate will be a dedicated professional with a specialist interest to join our team of substantive consultants, working core hours from 9 am to 5 pm and 1 week in 3 covering the care of elderly medicine on call. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to the enhancement and development of elderly care within a busy but well supported environment.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate is someone with a passion for care of elderly medicine and service development, contributing to Surgical Liaison and the development of a preoperative service for frail patients.
It is important that the candidate can work within a team in order to provide holistic care to their patients and support the greater MDT working with them.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
We are a flexible working employer and recognize the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff.
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
We strive to live by Empowered, Compassionate, Professional & Inclusive our trust values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.
Date posted
14 February 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 a year London Fringe £149 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
360-A-6351-A
Job locations
Watford General Hospital
Vicarage Road
Watford
WD18 0HB
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties include performing a daily consultant ward round, leading MDTs and educating resident doctors working 9am-5pm. There will be a geriatric on call commitment which will be a 1 week in 3 with TOIL or increase in PA given to compensate for this the hours of which are 1:00pm to 9:00pm. The ideal candidate would also be able to contribute to service development and close working with our surgical colleagues, developing the surgical liaison service and contributing to the NELA audit, ensuring patients pre and post operatively are given excellent care and reducing length of stay.
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Person Specification
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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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address: Watford General Hospital
Vicarage Road
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employers website:http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk
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