Job summary
LOCUM CONSULTANT PHYSICIAN IN GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE WITH INTEREST IN DIABETES AND ENDOCRINOLOGY, 12 MONTH FIXED TERM POST BASED AT
PRINCESS ROYAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL & ORPINGTON HOSPITAL
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
SpecialityMedicine Care Group
Site: PRUH & South Sites
Full-time 10 PAs
12 month Fixed Term Contract
The Diabetes and Endocrinology Department within SpecialityMedicine Care Group at Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) is seeking to add to their team of consultants to provide General Internal Medicine support for inpatients as well as Diabetes and or Endocrinology.
We are looking for a proactive and compassionate consultant. The post-holder will be working within the Diabetes and Endocrinology department to supplement the team both for inpatients and as part of the specialty case load.
The PRUH and Orpington Hospital are based in Locksbottom and Orpington. These are highly sought-after locations due to its close proximity to its good primary and secondary schools. Bromley also has nationally recognised grammar schools.The thriving town centre of Bromley with retail, entertainment, gyms, restaurants, cafes and bars means that many staff live in the local area, enhancing the community spirit within the hospitals.
From Bromley or Orpington, trains reach central London in 20 minutes. We are equally well located for escaping into the countryside of Kent.
Main duties of the job
Job Plan for Locum Consultant
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
9-1pm
9am Board round
Full Ward Round
9am Board round
Full Ward Round
9am Board round
Full Ward Round
9am Board round
Full Ward Round
9am Board round
Full Ward Round
1-5
Ward Support/ Family meetings
Ward Support/ Family meetings
Endocrine clinic / Diabetic Foot Clinic
SPA/ Governance/
Teaching
Family meetings/
Clinical Admin
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, and Emergency Department.
Kings is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres, King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designated AHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university Kings College London and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: Kings College Hospital, Guys and St Thomas, and South London and Maudsley.
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice and be on the Specialist Register, or within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent to be eligible for interview.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years), therefore 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
The postholder will provide care on a 25-bedded General Medical Ward with a high turnover, in partnership with the team of approachable and friendly Diabetes & Endocrinology consultants. They will support and lead a team of junior doctors and support with teaching opportunities on the ward.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated workforce and join one of the largest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputation for innovation and the desire to make a difference.
We welcome and encourage potential candidates to come for an informal visit. To discuss a visit or for an informal discussion, please contact Dr Adrian Li, Clinical Lead for Diabetes via email adrian.li@nhs.net.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, and Emergency Department.
Kings is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres, King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designated AHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university Kings College London and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: Kings College Hospital, Guys and St Thomas, and South London and Maudsley.
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice and be on the Specialist Register, or within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent to be eligible for interview.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years), therefore 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
The postholder will provide care on a 25-bedded General Medical Ward with a high turnover, in partnership with the team of approachable and friendly Diabetes & Endocrinology consultants. They will support and lead a team of junior doctors and support with teaching opportunities on the ward.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated workforce and join one of the largest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputation for innovation and the desire to make a difference.
We welcome and encourage potential candidates to come for an informal visit. To discuss a visit or for an informal discussion, please contact Dr Adrian Li, Clinical Lead for Diabetes via email adrian.li@nhs.net.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCP or equivalent
- Registered medical qualification
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma
Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- Name on Specialist Register in Diabetes sand Endocrinology
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of General Internal Medicine
Administration
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of general internal medicine in a busy hospital
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within mult-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualification
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation
Desirable
- Teaching skills course/qualification
Personal Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff
- Flexible and resilient
- Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance
Desirable
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCP or equivalent
- Registered medical qualification
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma
Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- Name on Specialist Register in Diabetes sand Endocrinology
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of General Internal Medicine
Administration
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of general internal medicine in a busy hospital
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within mult-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualification
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation
Desirable
- Teaching skills course/qualification
Personal Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff
- Flexible and resilient
- Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance
Desirable
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
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.
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).
Additional information
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).
