Job summary
Consultant Care of the Elderly Physician
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Are you looking to be part of an experienced and supportive Care of the Elderly MDT?
- Are you passionate in providing high qualitypatient care?
- Do you want a working environment that supports your clinical and academic development?
We have recently recruited a new Consultant Care of the Elderly Physician and are now looking to expand and develop the consultant workforce within Care of the Elderly even further. As part of this expansion, we want to welcome another consultant to join our friendly, dynamic and enthusiastic team of geriatric physicians based at Scarborough Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The post is offered as 10 programmed activities (PAs) over five days and is currently working toward the implementation of a seven day week Care of the Elderly Frailty service in 2022. We are open to discuss any specific or specialised job plans that candidates may desire, including flexible/less than full time working. The department strives to achieve a collective work ethos to help to maintain long term sustainability to work-life balance. Whether you are interested in a sub-specialty commitment, teaching, research or quality improvement projects, we are excited to explore these opportunities with you.This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative department which offers exciting opportunities in Orthopaedics, Community bases services, ED interface and acute care.
About us
The Trust is committed to offering you:-
- A job plan that provides a healthy work/life balance & flexibility
- Employee Health & Wellbeing Service
- NHS Discount/Staff Benefits Scheme
- Relocation package up to £8,000
- Relocation support & pastoral care provided by a dedicated team for international recruits
- Consultant Development Programme
- Opportunities for teaching & research
This post could provide you with a better work/life balance and would be ideal for someone who wishes to live and work by the sea & moors in an area of outstanding beauty with an easy commute to work. Check out the area at https://www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com/
Housing in the area represents great value for money – if you’re seeking your very own escape to the country check out properties on https://www.rightmove.co.uk/that are within a 10 mile radius of Scarborough.
If you’re interested in this lifestyle/career change and joining a team committed to the delivery of high quality healthcare we would welcome an initial informal discussion with you, please contact Georgina Michulitis on 07815 010 579
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information please see the job description attached
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE – Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information please see the job description attached
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE – Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.
Disability Confident and Mindful Employer
The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a medical qualification registered with the GMC
- Hold a license to practice with the General Medical Council
- CCT in Geriatric / General Medince
Desirable
- oSubstantive NHS experience
Mentoring and Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Clinical practice/ competence
Essential
- Demonstrates a sound knowledge of clinical governance practice
- Ability to demonstrate clinical experience and skill required for gaining UK CCT in Geriatric Medicine +/- General Medicine
Desirable
- Specialist interest in Orthogeriatric Medicine
- Experience of delivering community based geriatric services
- Experience of delivering frailty service within an acute setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a medical qualification registered with the GMC
- Hold a license to practice with the General Medical Council
- CCT in Geriatric / General Medince
Desirable
- oSubstantive NHS experience
Mentoring and Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and post graduate trainees
- Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Clinical practice/ competence
Essential
- Demonstrates a sound knowledge of clinical governance practice
- Ability to demonstrate clinical experience and skill required for gaining UK CCT in Geriatric Medicine +/- General Medicine
Desirable
- Specialist interest in Orthogeriatric Medicine
- Experience of delivering community based geriatric services
- Experience of delivering frailty service within an acute setting
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
