A per annum
DEMENTIA HOLISTIC INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM NHS ON-CALL
Structured Work Hours, The role is scheduled Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, promoting a healthier work-life balance.
Comprehensive Support, With excellent backing from radiology and specialist physicians, residents have access to rapid diagnoses and effective treatments, enhancing their learning experience.
Diverse Clinical Exposure, The department features multiple subspecialties, allowing doctors to gain experience in various aspects of elderly care, including Orthogeriatrics and Dementia.
Collaboration with Primary Care, The role involves close cooperation with primary care providers and adult care services, fostering a holistic understanding of patient care pathways.
Professional Development, Opportunities for teaching medical students and being involved in innovative care models add to career development in a supportive environment.
Commitment to Wellbeing, West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust prioritizes staff wellbeing and offers flexible working options, acknowledging the importance of a balanced professional and personal life.
Future Prospects, With plans for a new hospital and updates to existing facilities, there are great opportunities for growth and development within a progressive healthcare environment.
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Resident Doctor (ST1/2) for the Care of the Elderly department at Watford General Hospital. This full-time position operates Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a future on-call commitment. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of experienced consultants and play a crucial role in managing day-to-day clinical duties, maintaining thorough clinical notes, and potentially assisting in the training of medical students. The department boasts a collaborative environment with a focus on comprehensive care and strong ties with primary care providers.
Applicants must be eligible for GMC registration and have completed necessary foundation training. Essential skills include competence in basic procedures, prioritizing clinical needs, and understanding current clinical issues within the specialty. This role is geared towards professional growth within a dynamic health care setting that values staff wellbeing and flexible working arrangements. The position does not support formal training but offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in elderly care with a supportive interdisciplinary team. Salary ranges from £41,750 to £54,468 annually, commensurate with experience.
Applicants must be eligible for GMC registration and have completed necessary foundation training. Essential skills include competence in basic procedures, prioritizing clinical needs, and understanding current clinical issues within the specialty. This role is geared towards professional growth within a dynamic health care setting that values staff wellbeing and flexible working arrangements. The position does not support formal training but offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in elderly care with a supportive interdisciplinary team. Salary ranges from £41,750 to £54,468 annually, commensurate with experience.
Job Summary
We have an opportunity to recruit a Resident Doctor (ST1/2) to start as soon as possible in Care of the Elderly.
The post is Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, with an eventual on-call commitment of 1A.
Watford General Hospital is a busy General Hospital with an active AAU with excellent support from radiology and specialist physicians to provide rapid diagnosis and effective treatment to smooth the patients' journey from acute to primary care. We work closely and cooperatively with the Primary Care providers and adult care services for bed and home-based care.
The Department of Medicine for the Elderly has 10 consultant posts with subspecialty interests including Orthogeriatric Medicine, Movement Disorder, Dementia/Delirium and Continence. The Stroke Team, working within this department, provide excellent hyperacute stroke services. The department also plays a very active role in the local provision of Intermediate Care.
Please note this post is not recognised for training.
Main duties of the job
The Elderly Care Department based at Watford General Hospital and the post-holder will be accountable to the relevant Elderly Care Consultant on their ward.
During the duration of the contract in this department doctors are expected to become competent at organising the day-to-day duties of the clinical areas.
The post-holder will be expected to work closely with appropriate nursing, professional, technical, and administrative and support staff.
The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring adequate clinical notes are made in accordance with good medical practice.
The post-holder may, on occasions, be asked to assist in the teaching of medical students.
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.
www.jobsincare.com/job/jbli5g8D 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.
Date posted
13 January 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£41,750 to £54,468 a year including £149 HCA per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
360-A-6696
Job locations
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Junior doctors are required to perform duties over and above their contracted hours in occasional emergencies and in unforeseen circumstances, at the request of the Clinical Director of the service.
It has been agreed with the profession and the Department of Health that these additional commitments are exceptional, and juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for a prolonged period or on a regular basis.
There will be provision for junior doctors to join the on-call rota and contribute towards the GIM on call system for a supplemental increase in pay. This can be discussed further at interview.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Junior doctors are required to perform duties over and above their contracted hours in occasional emergencies and in unforeseen circumstances, at the request of the Clinical Director of the service.
It has been agreed with the profession and the Department of Health that these additional commitments are exceptional, and juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for a prolonged period or on a regular basis.
There will be provision for junior doctors to join the on-call rota and contribute towards the GIM on call system for a supplemental increase in pay. This can be discussed further at interview.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications: Essential
We have an opportunity to recruit a Resident Doctor (ST1/2) to start as soon as possible in Care of the Elderly.
The post is Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, with an eventual on-call commitment of 1A.
Watford General Hospital is a busy General Hospital with an active AAU with excellent support from radiology and specialist physicians to provide rapid diagnosis and effective treatment to smooth the patients' journey from acute to primary care. We work closely and cooperatively with the Primary Care providers and adult care services for bed and home-based care.
The Department of Medicine for the Elderly has 10 consultant posts with subspecialty interests including Orthogeriatric Medicine, Movement Disorder, Dementia/Delirium and Continence. The Stroke Team, working within this department, provide excellent hyperacute stroke services. The department also plays a very active role in the local provision of Intermediate Care.
Please note this post is not recognised for training.
Main duties of the job
The Elderly Care Department based at Watford General Hospital and the post-holder will be accountable to the relevant Elderly Care Consultant on their ward.
During the duration of the contract in this department doctors are expected to become competent at organising the day-to-day duties of the clinical areas.
The post-holder will be expected to work closely with appropriate nursing, professional, technical, and administrative and support staff.
The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring adequate clinical notes are made in accordance with good medical practice.
The post-holder may, on occasions, be asked to assist in the teaching of medical students.
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.
www.jobsincare.com/job/jbli5g8D 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.
Date posted
13 January 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£41,750 to £54,468 a year including £149 HCA per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
360-A-6696
Job locations
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Junior doctors are required to perform duties over and above their contracted hours in occasional emergencies and in unforeseen circumstances, at the request of the Clinical Director of the service.
It has been agreed with the profession and the Department of Health that these additional commitments are exceptional, and juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for a prolonged period or on a regular basis.
There will be provision for junior doctors to join the on-call rota and contribute towards the GIM on call system for a supplemental increase in pay. This can be discussed further at interview.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Junior doctors are required to perform duties over and above their contracted hours in occasional emergencies and in unforeseen circumstances, at the request of the Clinical Director of the service.
It has been agreed with the profession and the Department of Health that these additional commitments are exceptional, and juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for a prolonged period or on a regular basis.
There will be provision for junior doctors to join the on-call rota and contribute towards the GIM on call system for a supplemental increase in pay. This can be discussed further at interview.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications: Essential
- Eligible for GMC registration to cover the scope of employment. Satisfactory completion of FHand FH02 (or equivalent certified evidence of competence) at the time of taking up post
- Distinctions, Scholarships, prizes
- FRCS/MRCP other Degrees e.g. BSc. Masters, PhD (or equivalent
- Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
- Potential to benefit from the training available i.e. fits with career aspirations
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
- Understands the purpose and process of basic professional training
- Competent in basic procedures (which may be post specific) e.g. CPR, infection control, physical examination, history taking etc
- Able to prioritize clinical need
- Understands current clinical issues in specialty
- Aware of own limitations and knows when to ask for help from senior colleagues
- Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
- Understands the need for and appreciates the role of audit in clinical practice
- Understands the principles of clinical governance - ensures patients are not put at risk
- Knowledge or UK health systems and practices including the relationship between primary and secondary care and inter-professional relationships
- Knowledge of current issues in the NHS
- Computer literate
- Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care. Has pa
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