Salaried GP - Acute Medicine (SDEC/AMU)

Clinical

Respond to medical problems presented by patients, by means of history taking, examination, investigation where appropriate, diagnosis, treatment and referral

Provide clinical review and management of patients referred to the Acute Medicine service deemed suitable for SDEC

Demonstrates robust risk management in clinical decision making within SDEC

Ensure handover of care documentation is completed for SDEC patients including robust arrangements for follow up and outstanding investigations.

Work as part of the Acute Medicine team, assessing and treating patients independently, seeking support as required from the supervising Consultant Acute Physician.

Provide competency appropriate clinical leadership for resident clinician's working in Medical SDEC unit.

Provide advice and support to clinical staff referring patients to the Medical SDEC unit.

Service management

Normal duties, workload and important non-clinical roles will be articulated through a Job Plan.

To contribute when appropriate to the provision of support, education and training of SDEC team.

Quality and Service improvement

To ensure appropriate clinical standards within SDEC are achieved and maintained.

Undertake audit activities and contribute to a critical review of service effectiveness

Work collaboratively to improve service delivery and outcomes for patients.

Support the ongoing development and collaboration between Secondary and Primary Care.

As part of the multi-disciplinary Acute Medicine team, you will:

The role offers an excellent opportunity to

The post holder will be based primarily within the Medical SDEC Unit, working as part of a dynamic and evolving service focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centred urgent care.

Candidates will;

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Qualifications and knowledge

Clinical experience

Management

Other requirements

Clinical Governance

Research

IT Skills