Join Us as a Locum Consultant in Geriatric and General Medicine
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional care to older adults? Looking to shape the future of acute geriatric services? At NUH, we are expanding our consultant team and inviting applications for a Locum Consultant in Geriatric and General Medicine, with a focus on Acute Geriatric Medicine.
Why Join NUH?
A Pioneering Role in Acute Geriatrics
We’ve redefined the acute medical pathway by embedding geriatric expertise directly at the point of patient entry. Our Geriatric Assessment Unit (GAU), emergency department in-reach, and proactive frailty identification are nationally recognised and have earned NUH “beacon site” status from the Acute Frailty Network.
Make a Real Impact
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Work in acute/subacute geriatric wards and contribute to the frailty pathway
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Deliver care in the Geriatric Assessment Unit, surgical liaison, and community geriatrics
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Improve patient flow and reduce unnecessary hospital admissions
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Join a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary team that drives innovation and outcomes
A Job Plan Built Around You
Our draft job plan is based on a 10 PA model:
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8 PAs for Direct Clinical Care (DCC)
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2 PAs for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA)
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An additional 0.5 PA contribution for generalist/unselected care (aligned with Group I specialties under the Royal College of Physicians)
We welcome applications from those seeking flexible working, including part-time or job-share arrangements. Your job plan will be developed in collaboration with you and tailored to your goals.
Supportive Onboarding and Development
From day one, you’ll have access to:
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A dedicated consultant mentor (internal or external)
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Our New Consultants Group for peer support and learning
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Annual appraisals and full support for your 5-year GMC revalidation
Primary Base and Working Environment
Your primary site will be Queen’s Medical Centre (QMC), with structured support for any cross-campus duties. NUH provides a highly supportive and inclusive culture, where your voice and leadership can help shape services for years to come.
About Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
NUH is one of the UK’s largest and most respected university hospitals. We are known for:
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Clinical excellence and innovation
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A strong research and teaching environment
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A supportive culture that values inclusion, flexibility, and continuous improvement
What You Can Expect
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Flexibility and autonomy in shaping your work
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Opportunities to innovate in frailty and acute geriatric care
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A meaningful, patient-centered role focused on making real impact
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Full integration into a team recognised nationally for its proactive approach to frailty
Learn More:
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, responsibilities, and essential qualifications.
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