Hospice/Specialty Doctor in Palliative Medicine

This is an ideal opportunity for a doctor with a special interest

in Palliative Medicine to join the hospice at an exciting time of growth. We

are looking for someone who is highly motivated, willing to learn and flexible

in their approach to support the multidisciplinary team. St Michaels is

committed to providing all clinical staff with designated clinical supervision,

CPD opportunities and other educational and developmental opportunities.

The post

includes a first-on-call commitment on a 1-in-5 rota, regardless of working

pattern. The on-call commitment comprises non-resident weekday nights,

providing telephone support to the clinical team, together with on-site weekend

responsibilities for the inpatient unit. The first-on-call doctor is supported

by a second-on-call Consultant in Palliative Medicine, who is available 24

hours a day for clinical advice and support.

A

comprehensive induction and supported transition into the role will be

provided, with appropriate supervision and opportunities to develop skills in

specialist palliative medicine where applicable.

Salary is

paid in Programmed Activities (PAs) and will be pro rata for the 16-hour

working week, equating to 4 PAs. The first-on-call commitment is remunerated

separately as an additional 1 PA, together with a 2% availability supplement

calculated on the full-time equivalent (FTE) basic salary.

Team, the post holder will deliver high quality professional care to patients

and relatives within the Hospice and Community as needed. You will work closely

with the Clinical Team to ensure we offer the highest standards of care,

developing services to meet the changing needs of our patients.

To work with the Consultants in

Palliative Medicine to deliver high quality palliative care.

Undertake medical assessment,

diagnosis and management of patients in hospice / community.

Initiate appropriate medical care

and prescribe appropriately in line with policies and guidelines.

Assess new planned and emergency

admission patients and work with MDT to initiate appropriate investigations and

treatment.

Any other medical duties in

emergency situations.

Communication with patients

relatives and carers regarding clinical condition and management plan. To be

involved in family meetings as required.

To work as part of the MDT and

communicate clearly with colleagues. To attend weekly Specialist Palliative

Care MDT meeting.

Communicate unexpected changes in

patients condition to Consultant in charge and, when required, to on call

medical staff.

To generate a weekend handover

medical report at end of week.

1/5 non-resident first on-call rota on call rota with on-call consultant

support.

Record clinical notes in a timely

and accurate fashion.

Review and update drug records,

working with the Pharmacist. Completion

of TTO prescriptions and patient-held drug record cards.

Completion of death certificates

and cremation certificates when required.

Co-ordinate with referrers and

other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.

Provide advice and teaching to

members of the MDT and visiting professionals.

Participate in education events,

in particular medical events.

To meet requirements of

appropriate Royal College for CPD with involvement in CPD appropriate to

speciality: Keeping up to date with medical developments, new drugs, treatments

and medications, including complementary medicine relevant to palliative care.

Participate in annual appraisal

and job plan review and revalidation process.

Personal and professional development

The post-holder will be required to keep

himself/herself fully up-to date in their relevant area of practice and to be

able to demonstrate this to the satisfaction of the Royal College of Physicians

and the GMC. The post-holder will receive an annual appraisal by a Consultant

in Palliative medicine as required by the GMC and fulfil the requirements

necessary for Revalidation. Professional or study leave will be granted at the

discretion of St. Michaels Hospice, in line with the prevailing Terms and Conditions

of Service, to support appropriate study, postgraduate training activities,

relevant CPD courses and other appropriate personal development needs. Support

and guidance is available on site from the Consultant and colleagues, and

through involvement in the training and development of clinical staff, the post

holder will gain personal development opportunities. Regular clinical

supervision will be provided.

Proposed job plan

Work sessions are based on P.A.s of 4hrs.

The job plan will be reviewed regularly to ensure it still meets the need of

both the service and the post holder.

There is overlap between medical staff to ensure continuity of care and

effective communication. A Consultant is always available for advice and

support, in addition to regular patient rounds. The role will provide the post

holder opportunities to work in the hospice, the community and in the hospital

to gain experience of palliative medicine across a range of settings.

This is an outline job description and may be

subject to change, according to the needs of the service, in consultation with

the post holder.

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St Michaels Hospice is a 10-bedded

independent hospice which sits outside of the NHS. The hospice has provided

specialist palliative care to the local community since 1992. We are proud of

our strong links with the neighbouring NHS hospital trust and other local

hospices. St Michaels Hospice services form an essential part of the North and

Mid Hampshire Hospice and Palliative Care Service.

St. Michaels Hospice is committed to

safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young

people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates

will be required to undergo relevant background checks, including a DBS check

and provide satisfactory references before starting the role.

Qualifications

Essential: - MBBS or equivalent

Desirable: - Higher degree; - Diploma/MSc in Palliative Medicine

Experience

Desirable: - Experience of working within palliative medicine; - Experience within Oncology; - Experience in teaching

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Attitude, Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics

Other requirements

Desirable: - Full UK Driving Licence