NHS

Trust Doctor ST3 in Frailty

Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Gipsyville, HullView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

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Contract

Not specified

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

The Trust Doctor ST3 works on frailty wards, doing independent ward rounds and making clinical decisions. You will support junior doctors, handle referrals and perform procedures such as lumbar puncture. The role includes on‑call duties and opportunities to join consultant‑led teaching rounds, suitable for doctors in training who like working with older patients.

What you'll need

Full GMC registration and a medical degree
Currently at ST3 level or equivalent training stage
Experience with frailty or older adult care
Ability to perform basic procedures like lumbar puncture
Willingness to take part in on‑call rota
Good communication and teamwork skills

How to boost your chances

Update your CV to highlight any frailty or geriatric experience
Gather references from senior doctors who know your clinical work
Refresh your skills in lumbar puncture and other bedside procedures
Prepare for on‑call interview questions about shift work
Read up on current frailty guidelines in the NHS
Check the Trust’s website for any specific application instructions

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Job description

Job summary As a Trust grade registrar, the post holder would be expected to do an independent ward round and make clinical decisions, support junior doctors, see referrals from other specialities and perform procedures eg. lumbar puncture. There will be on call commitments as part of the RMO rota. There will also be the opportunity to go on consultant-led teaching ward rounds. Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to work across all the frailty wards including C20 in CHH and …