Consultant Physician (Geriatrician)
Location: Birmingham
Full Time
12 Month FTC
Salary: Competitive
St Andrew’s is a not for profit Charity - we have no shareholders and any surplus we make is ploughed straight back into our services. We are part of the Specialist Provider Collaboratives in the East and West Midlands and are a member of the East Midlands Alliance. Our services in Northampton, set in 150 plus acres of woodland greenery are spread across 5 Divisions – Medium Secure, Low Secure and Specialist Rehabilitation, Learning Disability and Autism, Neuropsychiatry and CAMHS.
Make a difference – for yourself and your patients!
The Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant Physician (Geriatrician) to join our team at St Andrews Health Care Hospital in Birmingham. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive geriatric medical services to the older adult inpatient population within secure mental health settings. This role involves both clinical responsibilities and line management duties and will be managed by the STAHB managerial structure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Care:
- Provide expert medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for older adult patients within the secure inpatient mental health setting.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, considering both the physical and mental health needs of the patients.
- Deliver evidence-based geriatric care to improve the physical health and overall well-being of older adults with mental health conditions.
- Conduct regular ward rounds, patient reviews, and family meetings, addressing complex medical issues in a secure environment.
- Offer specialist advice and support to mental health professionals within the collaborative, ensuring integrated care for patients with co-existing medical and mental health conditions.
- Management and Leadership:
- Lead and manage a team of healthcare professionals, nurses, and support staff, focusing on the care of older adults in secure settings.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the multidisciplinary team, fostering a holistic approach to patient care.
- Participate in clinical governance activities, including audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and protocols related to geriatric care within the mental health secure setting.
- Provide supervision, training, and mentorship to junior medical staff and other team members.
- Collaboration and Liaison:
- Work closely with psychiatry, neurology, and social services to provide comprehensive care for older adults with mental health conditions.
- Liaise with external agencies and community services to ensure continuity of care post-discharge.
- Engage with families and carers to provide support and education about health issues affecting older adults.
- Research and Development:
- Participate in and contribute to research activities relevant to geriatric medicine and the intersection with mental health.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements and best practices in geriatric care.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Medical degree with full GMC registration.
- CCT in Geriatric Medicine or equivalent.
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP or FRCP) or equivalent.
- Extensive experience in the assessment and management of medical conditions in older adults.
- Proven leadership and management skills within a healthcare setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable:
- Additional qualifications in related fields such as internal medicine or psychiatry.
- Experience working in a secure healthcare setting, particularly with older adults.
- Involvement in research and publications in the field of geriatric medicine.
Personal Attributes:
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
Why join St Andrew’s
- Opportunities to progress – Most of our senior medical managers started off as Consultants in the Charity.
- Speciality Doctor and Physical Healthcare team support.
- Infrequent non-resident second on calls with 24 hour first on call cover.
- We sponsored many of our doctors to undertake MBA degrees.
- The chance to be part of a community of Consultants on one site with a weekly multidisciplinary CPD and Grand Rounds programme.
- Support in undertaking indemnified private practice and medicolegal work.
- Opportunities for joint roles with the NHS in some areas.
- Teaching Opportunities for medical students and Trainees.
- Opportunities for research with our Research and Innovation Team.
- Class leading analytics and data monitoring.
- Electronic Prescribing on all our wards.
Other benefits:
Travel allowance, pension, 32 days of Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays and your birthday off, free parking, sickness policy on par with the NHS, secretarial support and more.
Application Process:
Interested? Please apply!
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