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Trust Doctor ST1-2 Older Persons Unit

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Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Bath

AI generated summary

  • You need an MBChB/MBBS, clinical experience in geriatric medicine, a clean UK driving license, and appropriate professional registration. Desirable qualities include MRCP and advanced skills.
  • You will manage inpatients under supervision, collaborate with the MDT, handle COVID-related cases, attend outpatient clinics, and participate in weekend shifts, ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Qualifications
  • Essential criteria
  • MBChB, MBBS or equivalent
  • Desirable criteria
  • MRCP or equivalent ECDL/CLAIT or equivalent IT qualification TLHP or equivalent
  • Other
  • Essential criteria
  • Full and Clean UK Driving licence
  • Clinical Experience
  • Essential criteria
  • Experience in inpatient geriatric Medicine Experience working in MDT and discharge planning
  • Desirable criteria
  • Completion of CMT training or equivalent Extensive experience in Geriatric Medicine including subspecialty and outpatient care. Experience working at registrar level on medical take
  • Clinical Skills
  • Essential criteria
  • Ability to appropriately assess acutely unwell frail older people and initiate an appropriate management plan Strong communication skills with older people, including patients with cognitive impairment, and their next of kin. Sound understanding of medicolegal framework of geriatric medicine
  • Desirable criteria
  • Specific higher level subspecialty skills in geriatric medicine Ability to perform practical procedures independently eg lumbar puncture Ability to perform Epley test/ Hall Pike manoeuvre
  • Applicant requirements
  • You must have appropriate UK professional registration
  • This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service

Responsibilities

  • You will work on one of our OPU wards and the Hospital at Home team with their team of geriatric consultants, SHOs, specialist Medical Nurse Practitioners, Physician Associates and therapists.
  • Depending on the situation with the COVID pandemic you may be responsible for patients with COVID or a cohort of COVID contacts.
  • You will be responsible for the regular review and management of the inpatients on your ward or caseload under the supervision of the geriatricians.
  • There will also be opportunity to gain outpatients experience in general or specialist clinics.
  • The post involves working standard days Monday to Friday, with the option of participation in the general medical registrar on-call rota.
  • or with a requirement to work 1:6 weekends (time to be taken back during the week) in the Hospital at Home.
  • Working hours will be 40 across the week working between 08:00 to 18:00.
  • You will be part of the multidisciplinary team arranging ongoing rehabilitation and discharge.
  • You will be expected to have very good communication skills and communicate regularly with the MDT, patients and their relatives.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Trust Doctor post?

The Trust Doctor post is for a fixed term of 12 months.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 40 hours per week, typically between 08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, with some weekend requirements.

Will I be responsible for managing COVID-19 patients?

Yes, depending on the situation with the COVID pandemic, you may be responsible for patients with COVID or a cohort of COVID contacts.

What qualifications are essential for this position?

You must have an MBChB, MBBS, or equivalent qualification to be considered for this role.

Is there an opportunity for outpatient experience?

Yes, there will be opportunities to gain experience in outpatients, either in general or specialist clinics.

What kind of team will I be working with?

You will be working with a multidisciplinary team, including geriatric consultants, SHOs, specialist Medical Nurse Practitioners, Physician Associates, and therapists.

Are there any desirable qualifications for this role?

Yes, desirable qualifications include MRCP or equivalent and relevant IT qualifications such as ECDL/CLAIT.

What is expected regarding communication skills for this position?

You are expected to have very good communication skills to interact regularly with the MDT, patients, and their relatives, particularly with older patients, including those with cognitive impairments.

What kind of clinical experience is required?

Essential clinical experience includes experience in inpatient geriatric medicine and working in multidisciplinary teams for discharge planning.

Will I need a driving license for this position?

Yes, a full and clean UK driving license is an essential requirement for this role.

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Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust provides acute care for people in Bath and the surrounding towns.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1992
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust provides a broad spectrum of healthcare services, including emergency care, elective surgery, and specialized treatments. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while advancing medical research and education. They focus on improving patient outcomes and enhancing community health through compassionate, innovative healthcare practices.