Job summary
The registrar will work independently in Acute geriatric ward in Stoke Mandeville hospital reviewing acutely unwell frail older patients and the common problems they present with (i.e.: falls, confusion, decreased mobility, weight loos, etc), by performing a multidisciplinary comprehensive geriatric assessment. They will also see admission-avoidance cases requiring ambulatory management plans and liaison with other community services.
Main duties of the job
Daily Commitments
Daily ward round of inpatients, mainly Elderly Care plus a proportion of GIM patients with junior teams and Consultant supervision. Independent reviews of frail older patients in MUDAS, preventing admissions and working as part of a multidisciplinary team for older people.
On Call
A commitment to be able to do General Medicine on call is desirable but not essential
About us
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Job Specification. Applicants are invited to make specific enquiries about any points that they are unsure about. Applications for flexible and part time working are welcome, with job plans to be agreed with individual candidates to best fir their special interest and service need.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- UK GMC Registration with License to Practice
- Full MRCP
- ALS Certificate in date
Experience
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate broad clinical skills in the management of all patients.
- 24 months general professional training experience at SHO level in general and acute medicine
- Experience working at IMT3 or ST3 level
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate broad clinical skills in the management of all patients.
- 24 months general professional training experience at SHO level in general and acute medicine
- Able to discuss treatment options with patients and carers in a way they understand
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL