Locum Consultant in Acute Medicine
Job Description
Job summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Locum Consultant in Acute Medicine to join our Acute Medicine team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered care to unscheduled medical admissions across the Acute Medical Unit (AMU), Ambulatory Emergency Care Unit (AEC), and the Emergency Department (ED).
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will oversee the medical take, conduct post-take ward rounds, manage specialty referrals, oversee short-stay patient care, and facilitate effective discharge planning. You will also play a pivotal role in developing clinical protocols, auditing patient experiences, and improving collaboration with primary care services. The role includes on-call duties, contributing to a well-established acute medical service.
This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of acute medical services at Yeovil District Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes and service efficiency.
Job Plan:
10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week
Direct Clinical Care (DCC): 7.5 PAs
Supporting Professional Activities (SPA): 1.5 PAs
On-call commitment: 1 PA + on-call supplement
Main duties of the job
Clinical Leadership: Deliver high-quality care for unscheduled admissions in AMU, AEC, and ED. Oversee medical take, perform post-take ward rounds, manage referrals, and facilitate timely discharges.
Service Development: Develop clinical protocols, optimize patient pathways, audit patient experience, and enhance links with primary care.
On-Call Duties: Participate in the on-call rota to provide 24/7 acute medical services.
Education & Training: Supervise and mentor junior doctors, support professional growth, and contribute to the teaching of medical students and trainees.
Research & Audit: Engage in clinical audits, support quality improvement projects, and participate in research activities.
Governance & Administration: Maintain clinical competence, adhere to GMC standards, participate in appraisal and revalidation, and contribute to departmental administration.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, provide cover for colleagues, and respond to emergencies as required.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the detailed job description attached for comprehensive information about the responsibilities, expectations, and opportunities associated with this role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS and MRCP or equivalent.
- Full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
Desirable
- Additional qualifications (MD, PhD) or specialty interest.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in General Medicine and Acute Medicine.
- Effective communication and leadership skills.
Desirable
- Experience at the consultant level.
- Interest in research and involvement in clinical audits.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
