Consultant in Acute Medicine

Job Description

Are you a motivated and committed Consultant in Acute Medicine looking for NHS jobs and relocate in the UK? Then this opportunity is perfect for you!

Grab this chance and possibly start your career in the NHS! You will be joining a team that is always starting innovative ways of working to shape the future model of acute medicine. You will be able to take advantage of working within a multidisciplinary team that aims to deliver high quality care. The team is part of one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country, and not only that, it is rated "good" by the CQC! This is a great opportunity for overseas Consultants who want to establish themselves in the NHS, and grow their consultant career. The post is suitable for candidates holding specialisation in the EEA, or for experienced IMGs looking to complete CESR.

The department is a team of 7 enthusiastic and hardworking consultants that work within the Urgent Care CSU to drive forward their Acute Medicine and SDEC services. The department has two Acute Medical Units with a total of 57 beds and a co-located 4-bedded Enhanced Care Area, called HOBS (High Observation Area). They have a strong commitment to the delivery of same day emergency care which operates a 7-day services and sees approximately 400 patients per week, as well as delivering an excellent and established ambulatory VTE service. You will be given the opportunity to maintain and update your skills and knowledge through appropriate continuing professional development. 

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Work in all 3 areas of acute medicine (AMU, Enhanced Care and Same Day Emergency Care) and will contribute to the out of hours rota (currently 1 in 8).
• Work with the Trust and its consultant staff to deliver service patterns and job plans that meet this objective.
• Work in patterns that provide senior cover throughout 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

The department sits within one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in Europe, with access to leading clinical expertise and medical technology. They care for people from all over the country as well as the 780,000 residents of their surrounding area. The Trust has a budget of £1.4 billion, with 21,000 staff who ensures that every year they see and treat over 1,700,000 people in their 2,000 beds or out-patient settings, comprising 100,000 day cases, 125,000 in-patients, 260,000 A&E visits and 1,050,000 out-patient appointments.

You will be working in a bustling city that’s rich in culture and heritage. In addition, it is home to one of the largest train stations in the UK, which is conveniently located in the city centre. You will be living in one one of the best places to live in the UK, due to its affordable cost of living and friendly people!

Apply now and get the opportunity to work for an NHS Trust that always works to develop seamless, integrated care helps us to deliver high-quality local care for every patient every time!

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?

EEA Candidates:

• Experience of working in Acute Medicine
• Board Certified Specialist in Acute Medicine

Non-EEA Candidates:

• Experience of working in Acute Medicine
• MRCP

UK based applicants

• Experience of working in Acute Medicine
• Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT