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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dedicated Consultant in Acute Medicine to join a dynamic and forward-thinking Acute Medicine team in the North West Region.

The successful candidate will join a well-established department within the Division of Integrated Medicine and Emergency Care, supporting a large multidisciplinary workforce comprising Consultants, Registrars, Junior Doctors, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, and Physician Associates. The unit also provides training for medical students and junior doctors, offering a stimulating and fast-paced clinical environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical care to patients in the Acute Medicine service, including oversight of daily ward rounds, reviews, and admissions.
• Lead and coordinate the rapid triage, assessment, and management of acutely unwell medical patients.
• Ensure efficient patient flow by facilitating early discharges and safe transitions of care.
• Deliver high-quality clinical leadership and supervision for junior doctors, ACPs, and Physician Associates.
• Support Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and ambulatory services, ensuring rapid and safe discharge where appropriate.
• Participate in medical take, ensuring the timely review and management of admissions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across specialities to optimise patient care and meet both local and national performance standards.
• Take part in audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance programmes.
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, offering mentorship and supervision to junior colleagues.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical documentation in line with Trust and GMC requirements.
• Uphold all local and national policies, including infection prevention and control, safeguarding, and data protection.
• Engage in continuing professional development and revalidation, participating in appraisal and reflective practice.

Associated Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical and Administrative

• Deliver services in line with the agreed Job Plan and participate in annual reviews.
• Undertake administrative duties associated with patient care, audit, and teaching responsibilities.
• Liaise effectively with primary and secondary care colleagues to ensure seamless patient care pathways.

Education and Training

• Actively contribute to teaching and training programmes for undergraduates, foundation doctors, and speciality trainees.
• Support the department’s commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Medical Education (CME).

Research and Audit

• Participate in clinical audits and service improvement projects.
• Encourage innovation and the adoption of evidence-based practice.

Management and Leadership

• Support the service in achieving key performance indicators related to Acute Medicine.
• Contribute to departmental planning, governance, and resource management.
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies, protocols, and service improvements.

Clinical Governance and Quality

• Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills relevant to the speciality.
• Participate in morbidity and mortality reviews, clinical audits, and peer learning sessions.
• Support the development of a culture of continuous quality improvement.

Person Specification

Legal Requirements

• Complete registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register or eligibility within 6 months of the interview date
• Minimum 1 year of NHS experience required

Qualifications

• MBChB or equivalent medical qualification
• MRCP or equivalent
• Higher degree (MD/PhD) is desirable

Experience

• Broad experience in Acute and General Internal Medicine
• Demonstrated ability to manage acutely unwell patients across a range of medical presentations
• Experience supervising and teaching junior medical staff
• Evidence of involvement in audit, service development, or quality improvement
• Prior leadership or management experience is desirable

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent clinical, diagnostic, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to organise, prioritise, and manage a busy workload
• Practical leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
• Proficient in IT systems and clinical software

Knowledge and Research

• Commitment to CPD and clinical governance principles
• Knowledge of NHS structure, values, and standards
• Research experience and publications in peer-reviewed journals are desirable

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