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Some of the key responsibilities will involve: Driving patients with varying health and mobility needs to and from hospital/Clinic appointments Assist, move and handle patients, who may be ambulatory or wheelchair bound, using appropriate equipment where necessary e.g. carrying patients up the stairs using a carry chair, moving immobile patients in and out of bed, on stretchers, wheelchairs into and out of the vehicle and homes Ensure safety and patient welfare at all times and providing reassurance, comfort and support when needed Assist patients when entering and leaving their homes Maintain cleanliness of vehicles and equipment Liaise with our central control team to ensure the timeline pick up and drop off of patients Undertake patient and vehicle risk assessments, and completion of reports or documentation

Package Description: Shift Details: 7:30 am - 7:30 pm At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; We recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues, support your career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We are now seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our friendly, award-winning team as Care Assistant. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role. Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largest providers of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the later years of our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other.Our vision of creating meaningful lives together is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice for residents and employees. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be tosupportand work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open,supportive, andinclusiveenvironment for residents, visitors and staff. Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Monitoringthe wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any changeimpactingon care and care plans, ensuring that new needs aremet,and written records are amended to reflect any variation. Beinginvolved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing,monitoring,and undertaking monthly evaluations. Supporting residents with their medication requirements. Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required. Actingas a key point for contact with residents, theirrelativesand visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are actedupon,and concerns or complaints are escalated. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, youwill live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Our ideal candidatemust: Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes. Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment. Have the ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Have a positive attitude to bothsupporting and nurturing residents and staff. Beresponsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities. ABOUT AVERY At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Pathway Co-Ordinator Take responsibility of the co-ordination of the patients pathway to ensure that the patients journey is managed efficient, smoothly and in accordance with targets and agreed timescales. Ensure all clinical capacity is identified and capacity fully utilised Identify training opportunities to support and advise the senior medical secretaries in the helping them to meet the targets with outcomes. Cancel, reinstate or suspend clinics on the patient access system and ensure patients are aware of the changes if their appointments are affected Bring appointments forward for patients at are at risk of breaching RTT targets and chase test result with the appropriate department such as Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Cardiology. Report on long waiters, undated patients and those dated over 18 weeks awaiting diagnostic/results. Liaise with different stakeholders including patients, GPs and clinical teams. Support the operational team with aspects of service development. Admin Management To be responsible for the day-to-day line management of Medical Day Unit administrative team, being the first point of contact for all areas of management including performance and conduct. To be responsible for the recruitment to vacant posts and to manage staff performance through annual appraisal and personal development plans. To be responsible for the management of the workload of the specialty administration service, ensuring high levels of quality, turnaround times and targets. Daily validation of all PTLs to ensure patient pathways are of good quality and comply with Access Policy standards. Work collaboratively with the clinical tams on each site to plan activity making full use of all available capacity and developing plans to address capacity issues. Ensure agreed actions are delivered and staff accountable for delivering and have appropriate knowledge, skills and training to achieve targets.

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as a Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role. Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice. ABOUT AVERY At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK. This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Were an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve peoples physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, youll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff. We work in peoples homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner. Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Clinical responsibilities: Gives and maintains a high standard of patient care at all times, ensuring the dignity and self-esteem of the patient is preserved. Assists in maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff as required by the Theatre Policies and Procedures, the Health and Safety at Work Act and COSHH Regulations. Chaperons patients whilst in the Anaesthetic Room, reporting on observations made of the patient in any change of condition, to the nurse in charge of the operating list. Assisting in the maintenance of stock levels as well as assisting with the ordering of individual stock items needed for individual theatres. Reporting any discrepancies Ensuring that packs are not damaged, correctly distributed and rotated thus preventing out-of-date packs being used. Ensures that the whole department has sufficient supply of materials including sterile consumables stocks and instruments, reporting any deficiencies. Check delivery of stores and linen. Participate in circulating duties in accordance with Theatre Policy and Procedures. Undertake the duties of cleaning and preparation of the theatre suite. Participate in the handling of specimens in accordance with theatre Policies and Procedures. Gives assistance to newly appointed staff as guided by a Registered Practitioner. To be involved in the preparation and planning of theatre lists on a day to day basis, ensuring that the correct equipment is available. Liaise with other departments to ensure that ongoing equipment will be available . Ensure environment is conducive to patient safety and comfort, Assist in the cleaning of the environment, including patient trolleys and theatre equipment. Assist with unpacking and correctly storing all medical/surgical goodscoming into the department . Disposal of dirty linen, suction liners and clinical waste, including sharps boxes, to the clinical waste room. Replenish linen as and when required. Collect medicines/drugs from pharmacy and ensure safe and secure transport to all areas of theatre as required. Ensure the availability at all times of an adequate supply of medicalgas cylinders as per policy. Ensure safe transportation of patients both to and from the department. The safe handling of waste products in relation to personal protection as regards the threat of injury from sharps . Retrieve blood from blood fridge and be trained and competent in use of T bars system in relation to blood fridge . Document patient information on the theatre computer and paper / completed Documentation in accordance to instruction and guidance of the registered practitioners of when performing circulating duties. Report any defects in the building or fixtures and fittings to the Coordinator and document them in the fault file. Assist the Decontamination Co-ordinator in providing an effective T.S.S.U Service if required. Patient Care: Undertake practical patient care and respect the patients right to privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all times. Have an understanding of the patients individual needs. Assist with the positioning of patients, onto trolleys or theatre tables, ensuring the patients comfort and safety during operative procedures taking into account each individual patient problem, eg. stiff/arthriticlimbs, which may make positioning difficult. Assist in the preparation of theatre for an operating list ensuring that all necessary resources are available; report to person in charge anyproblems before the list start. Assist theatre staff in circulating duties within the boundaries of the job role. Act as a member of the team- to assist and anticipate the needs of the scrub practitioner ie. As a runner for instruments, sutures, dressings, disposal. Account for swabs and blood loss as one of the staff performing the theatre count. Ensure that agreed Standard Operating Policies and standards for theatre and protocols pertaining to the delivery of patient care in the operating department are adhered to. Ensure that records of patient care are accurately recorded . Use equipment in accordance with the manufacturers instructions andreport any faults immediately. Assist theatre staff in the handling of specimens according to departmental Standard Operating Policies and standards. Assist with the handling and safe transfer of specimens to the relevantPathology service and replenish sample pots. Assist the staff in the transfer of the clean and contaminated Instruments. Assist in cleaning up and the disposal of contaminated waste in accordance to COSHH, and Trust policies and procedures. Please see attached jobdescription

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The Elderly Care team with 14 funded Consultant Geriatrician posts (13 in place) currently provide a wide range of hospital and community based services including Acute Frailty services as well as running specialist clinics for patients with Parkinsons disease, falls and general medical conditions. We have recently started a Rapid Access Clinic for Elderly as part of Frailty- Same day Emergency Care (F-SDEC). Inpatient elderly care wards include 5 acute elderly care wards and an established purpose built Acute Frailty Unit with10 Assessment beds, 22 short stay beds and 2 clinic rooms. In addition to existing services, we are seeking colleagues to take on the challenge of developing new models of care for frail elderly people in the community such as Frailty. Pioneering work has already established Integrated Locality Review meetings (MDT meetings, 4/week). Consultants are working closely with existing community teams to proactively assess and manage frail individuals in the community. We are about to open a 22 bedded Acute Unit based in a Community Hospital in Sheppey. The post holder will join the existing team of full time Consultants. The post holder will need to take responsibility for the management of patients admitted to his/her specialty Elderly Care ward (12-15 patients) routinely and those admitted under their care whilst on call for Acute Frailty. The latter would average 12-15 per on call. These patients are then streamed to Frailty Short Stay Unit if early discharge planned (<48 hours) or one of the 5 Frailty Base wards for longer admissions. Acute Frailty Unit has a dedicated Elderly care Team with 2 Consultant Geriatricians supported by their own team of junior doctors and a Multidisciplinary Team. There are 10 funded posts for Middle Grades in the department with currently 6 in post. Elderly care Consultants participate in an Acute Frailty On call service. The post-holder will be paired with another Consultant so that in a 12 week block they provide 2 weeks of weekday on call and 2 weekends on call. Full registration with the GMC and the ability to make decisions at a senior level, the role will allow you the opportunity to continue your personal development, and participate in the teaching, research and governance programs within the Department. All subspecialist interests are welcome. There is an opportunity, in negotiation with the other consultants, for participation in the running of the established clinics such as Falls and Movement Disorder Clinic. The successful applicant will also have an outpatient workload comprising of new and follow referrals for managing complex co-morbidities. Typical clinic would have 3-4 new patients and a similar number of follow-up patients. For suitably qualified candidates considering CESR route to substantive Consultant position, we provide structured and established departmental support. .Further information includes: Opportunity to join a friendly, supportive, well established, forward looking department. Currently 8 colleagues are being supported to progress to specialist registration through CESR route Leadership roles are encouraged and active participation in teaching, quality improvement and research encouraged (work done in department recently presented at an International Conference. Negotiable sub-speciality interest with all major choices including community Geriatrics, Surgical Liaison for frailty, Falls and most other subspecialty Exciting new development of Emerald Frailty Unit with opportunity to design innovative pathways for Acute Frailty assessment and management. Sustainable Frailty on-call model which is focussed on Frailty. We use Clinical Frailty Scale to identify and select moderate to severe frailty presenting acutely. Please note, if you are considering applying for a role within the NHS it is important to be are aware that there will be a legal requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 by the 1st April 2022. This is applicable for all patient facing roles and roles within patient facing areas.

Package Description: Shift Details: Bank contract , hours may vary At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; we recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues, support your career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We are now seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our friendly, award-winning team as Care Assistant. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role. Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largest providers of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the later years of our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other.Our vision of creating meaningful lives together is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice for residents and employees. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK. This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs

Package Description: Shift Details:Monday- Sunday At Avery Healthcare we believe in caring for those who care for our residents; we recognise and celebrate our hard-working colleagues, support your career development with a variety of apprenticeships, and provide you with access to a range of leisure and retail discounts. We are now seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our friendly, award-winning team as Care Assistant. ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner. Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role. Our ideal candidate must: Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home. Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members. Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice. ABOUT AVERY As one of the largest providers of luxury elderly care homes in the UK, we believe that the later years of our residents' lives should be as enriching as any other.Our vision of creating meaningful lives together is reached by the exceptional care and experience we proudly offer throughout our growing portfolio of over 100 care homes whilst establishing ourselves as the preferred choice for residents and employees. Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Patient contact will largely be incidental with the exception of patient requests for access to Health Records, which may be received in person. Help to oversee and support the wellbeing of the team Assist with recruitment and retention coordinating and adjusting the daily workload of the teams Notify the DHROM of areas of pressure that may exist so these can be reviewed; help the DHROM mitigate or resolve departmental pressures using basic problem solving and analytical skills Undertake initial performance management and sickness absence tasks and procedures as per Trust policies. This will occasionally involve distressing circumstances e.g. if a staff member requires informal capability or conduct management. Undertake annual appraisals and ensuring staff are cross-trained in all aspects of the scanning bureau processes whilst ensuring any barriers to understanding are addressed Ensure all new starters are provided with welcome and training packs on their first day and provided with uniform Help to arrange Trust and Local induction for new staff Actively participate in and support the departments maintenance of the BSI 10008 compliance accreditation.

Clinical responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for: 1.1 Maintains personal contact with service users and meets their needs on an individual basis, using the process of listening, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care. Is aware of the anxieties of relatives and the support they may need. 1.2 Skilled in communicating with a range of people on a daily basis some of whom may have communication barriers. 1.3 Carries out Midwifery care to the highest possible standards according to agreed policies and procedures, as well as the Midwives, Rules and Code of Practice. 1.4 Maintains the supply and custody of drugs, medicines etc., including keeping of agreed register. Ensures that measuring, administration and recording of all drugs and medicines is carried out in accordance with the rules of the NMC, and as laid down in Trust policy. 1.5 Ensures accurate and contemporaneous records of all care given and audit same. Complete and monitor other records as required by statute and local policy. 1.6 To ensure that evidence based practice is implemented and audited on a regular basis, to encourage and promote innovative practice. 1.7 Is able to recognise any deviations that require transfer to the delivery suite and ensures that the appropriate practitioner is informed promptly of any complication or change in the mothers or babys condition. 1.8 Ensure effective communication with health care professionals and other personnel, promoting relationships to enhance the quality of care to the consumer and to ensure continued care to the patient and assisting in the smooth running of the department. 1.9 Develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters/and/or in difficult situations. Communication is a fundamental process to ensure continuity and high standards of care. It includes sharing ideas, information and feedback in order to empower patients and members of the interdisciplinary team. 1.10 Is prepared to work in all areas of the midwifery service other than the Birth Centre, in order to meet the requirements of the service and must be able to cover both day and night shifts. Managerial responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for: 2.1 Participates in regular meetings of ward / unit staff, attends as a representative at other meetings e.g. procedure, policy, education, specialist committees, etc. 2.2 Deploys staff to meet the needs of the service, ensuring the appropriate skill mix. 2.3 Maintains ward supplies and participates in clinical trials and evaluation. Ensures that all equipment is maintained in safe working order and returned to the appropriate departments when no longer required. Ensures the economical use of resources through example and by teaching. 2.4. Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, etc and local policies. Comply with the departments fire regulations. Ensure the proper reporting of all accidents / incidents. Participate in investigations of any complaints. Understands and carries out NHS Trust Policies as contained in Ward / Unit. 2.5. To be responsible for disseminating Trust policies and information as required. 2.6. Provides feedback to other workers on their communication at appropriate times 2.7. Keeps accurate and complete records of activities and communications consistent with legislation, policies and procedure 2.8 Develop Managerial skills, and act up for the Band 7 operational lead midwife in her absence Professional responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for: 3.1 Ensures all necessary records are kept correctly. Is responsible for relevant statutory notifications connected to midwifery. 3.2 With the support of Band 7 midwife, through the Trusts appraisal process to create personal development plans, identifying their educational and professional needs and updates their knowledge and skills. Incorporates research into everyday practice and improves clinical practice through reflection with self or others. 3.3 To act as a resource for the support and guidance of staff. Act as a role model to others in the team 3.4 To contribute to practice, education and development. Engages in the mentorship/Preceptorship programme, supporting students and the preceptees in developing their practice 3.5 Work within the professional role governed by The Code of Practice/Rules of the NMC, as well as locally agreed policies and procedures. 3.6 Participate in the development of Clinical Governance initiatives in conjunction with the Line Manager and monitor implementation and performance. To be involved in the process of clinical audit. 3.7 To work within the philosophies/guidelines of current professional documents/reports, plus any future initiatives. 3.8 To identify and disseminate research findings related to midwifery practice. 3.9 To assess continuing professional developments within midwifery to support changing practice. Education and development responsibilities: 4.1 Contributes to an active and effective learning environment for junior staff. Acts as a practice facilitator for student midwives and participates in the clinical teaching of all learners, ensuring adequate supervision at all times. Acts as a preceptor for newly qualified / appointed midwives 4.2 Updates knowledge and skills in order to develop professionally, incorporating research findings into practice. 4.3 Ensures all staff participate in raising and maintaining standards of care and obtaining an understanding of the reasons for change. 4.4 Maintain clinical competence and accept responsibility for own professional development and updating, including annual mandatory updating. Facilitate the development of other midwives to achieve and maintain competencies. 4.5 Participate with enthusiasm in research projects and be aware of current issues. 4.6 To teach in the clinical setting and participate in the in-service training programmes, study days and conferences.

The Elderly Care team with 14 funded Consultant Geriatrician posts (13 in place) currently provide a wide range of hospital and community based services including Acute Frailty services as well as running specialist clinics for patients with Parkinsons disease, falls and general medical conditions. We have recently started a Rapid Access Clinic for Elderly as part of Frailty- Same day Emergency Care (F-SDEC). Inpatient elderly care wards include 5 acute elderly care wards and an established purpose built Acute Frailty Unit with10 Assessment beds, 22 short stay beds and 2 clinic rooms. In addition to existing services, we are seeking colleagues to take on the challenge of developing new models of care for frail elderly people in the community such as Frailty. Pioneering work has already established Integrated Locality Review meetings (MDT meetings, 4/week). Consultants are working closely with existing community teams to proactively assess and manage frail individuals in the community. We are about to open a 22 bedded Acute Unit based in a Community Hospital in Sheppey. The post holder will join the existing team of full time Consultants. The post holder will need to take responsibility for the management of patients admitted to his/her specialty Elderly Care ward (12-15 patients) routinely and those admitted under their care whilst on call for Acute Frailty. The latter would average 12-15 per on call. These patients are then streamed to Frailty Short Stay Unit if early discharge planned (<48 hours) or one of the 5 Frailty Base wards for longer admissions. Acute Frailty Unit has a dedicated Elderly care Team with 2 Consultant Geriatricians supported by their own team of junior doctors and a Multidisciplinary Team. There are 10 funded posts for Middle Grades in the department with currently 6 in post. Elderly care Consultants participate in an Acute Frailty On call service. The post-holder will be paired with another Consultant so that in a 12 week block they provide 2 weeks of weekday on call and 2 weekends on call. Full registration with the GMC and the ability to make decisions at a senior level, the role will allow you the opportunity to continue your personal development, and participate in the teaching, research and governance programs within the Department. All subspecialist interests are welcome. There is an opportunity, in negotiation with the other consultants, for participation in the running of the established clinics such as Falls and Movement Disorder Clinic. The successful applicant will also have an outpatient workload comprising of new and follow referrals for managing complex co-morbidities. Typical clinic would have 3-4 new patients and a similar number of follow-up patients. For suitably qualified candidates considering CESR route to substantive Consultant position, we provide structured and established departmental support. .Further information includes: Opportunity to join a friendly, supportive, well established, forward looking department. Currently 8 colleagues are being supported to progress to specialist registration through CESR route Leadership roles are encouraged and active participation in teaching, quality improvement and research encouraged (work done in department recently presented at an International Conference. Negotiable sub-speciality interest with all major choices including community Geriatrics, Surgical Liaison for frailty, Falls and most other subspecialty Exciting new development of Emerald Frailty Unit with opportunity to design innovative pathways for Acute Frailty assessment and management. Sustainable Frailty on-call model which is focussed on Frailty. We use Clinical Frailty Scale to identify and select moderate to severe frailty presenting acutely. Please note, if you are considering applying for a role within the NHS it is important to be are aware that there will be a legal requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 by the 1st April 2022. This is applicable for all patient facing roles and roles within patient facing areas.

General responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities Managerial responsibilities Professional responsibilities Education and development responsibilities In addition to the responsibilities outlined above, please see the detailed job description and person specification for further information.