West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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. To enhance our reputation as an Employer of Choice, the Trust has approved the following Recruitment and Retention incentive for each successful candidate: £7,000 golden hello payment for new recruits to be paid in 12 equal instalments. £12k recruitment and retention fee year 1, 2 & 3 (paid in equal monthly instalments) for new recruits. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a relocation allowance of £12,000 (if required). Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate is someone with a passion for care of elderly medicine and service development, as there will be opportunities to redevelop existing pathways and ensure they are relevant for the new hospital and population we serve. It is important that the candidate is able to 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. At West Herts, we recognise 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. Please check out our web page for more information:
Flexible Working Options . 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 our trust values: Empowered, Compassionate, Professional & Inclusive, and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. Job responsibilities
Main duties include performing a daily consultant ward round, leading MDTs, and educating resident doctors working from 9 am to 5 pm. There will be a geriatric on-call commitment which will be 1 week in 3 with TOIL or an increase in PA given to compensate for this, the hours of which are 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The ideal candidate would also be able to contribute to service development within their specialty interest. JD Approved by RCP Person Specification
Please see attached JD. 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. West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Clinical Lead - Care of Elderly & Stroke £105,504 to £139,882 a year London Fringe £149 per annum
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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. To enhance our reputation as an Employer of Choice, the Trust has approved the following Recruitment and Retention incentive for each successful candidate: £7,000 golden hello payment for new recruits to be paid in 12 equal instalments. £12k recruitment and retention fee year 1, 2 & 3 (paid in equal monthly instalments) for new recruits. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a relocation allowance of £12,000 (if required). Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate is someone with a passion for care of elderly medicine and service development, as there will be opportunities to redevelop existing pathways and ensure they are relevant for the new hospital and population we serve. It is important that the candidate is able to 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. At West Herts, we recognise 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. Please check out our web page for more information:
Flexible Working Options . 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 our trust values: Empowered, Compassionate, Professional & Inclusive, and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. Job responsibilities
Main duties include performing a daily consultant ward round, leading MDTs, and educating resident doctors working from 9 am to 5 pm. There will be a geriatric on-call commitment which will be 1 week in 3 with TOIL or an increase in PA given to compensate for this, the hours of which are 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The ideal candidate would also be able to contribute to service development within their specialty interest. JD Approved by RCP Person Specification
Please see attached JD. 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. West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Clinical Lead - Care of Elderly & Stroke £105,504 to £139,882 a year London Fringe £149 per annum
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