Lead Hospice Doctor

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Full time
Location: Hayle
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Job offered by: NHS
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Further details in our Application prospectus. Main duties of the job

This is an exciting new role and we are looking for a gifted leader who can continue to inspire our exceptional care. Compassion and emotional intelligence are essential for success in this leadership role, as are outstanding listening and communication skills. About us

Cornwall Hospice Care is a 24/7 Cornish healthcare charity that provides end of life support for people with terminal illnesses. Our clinical staff and volunteers care for patients and their families, carers and friends at Mount Edgcumbe Hospice in St Austell, St Julias Hospice in Hayle, through our Community Services and where appropriate, in peoples own homes and in local care homes. Job responsibilities

The Lead Hospice Doctor reports to the Director of Clinical Services and is the most senior medical member of our team. You will be responsible for the leadership, management and ongoing development of the medical team. Additionally, you will be expected to contribute to the strategic development of the hospice, working alongside your colleagues to help achieve the hospice's purpose to be a well-led organisation delivering compassionate, specialist end of life care through an engaged and motivated workforce. We have support from a range of external Palliative Care Consultants; both in person and remotely. The Lead Hospice Doctor will be responsible for championing multi-disciplinary teamwork, liaising with colleagues and teams across the hospice and for the continued development of high-quality care. You will provide strong, visible and supportive leadership to your direct reports and continually review and develop services to improve care for our patients and their families. Person Specification

Qualifications

Full registration with GMC with a licence to practise Experience

Training or experience in at least one of these areas; General Medicine, Elderly Care, Palliative Care, Oncology or General Practice. Experience and commitment to clinical care of individuals at the end of their lives. Proven and demonstrable leadership skills including coaching and mentoring experience. Experience of clinical work in a hospice or Specialist Palliative Care unit Skills, knowledge and experience

Ability to lead, manage and motivate others. Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary setting. Ability to manage complex workloads and support others to do so. Experience of participating in an on-call rota and being responsive during unsocial hours. Personal attributes

An engaging personal style and ability to take an interest in all kinds of people. Calm and approachable with a good sense of humour. Willingness to learn and develop new skills. Open minded and non-judgemental. Flexible and adaptable. A passion for hospice and palliative care. 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. Depending on experience: Between £80k - £95k depending on skills and experience.

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