Summary: The Consultant in Acute Medicine role at North Bristol NHS Trust involves leading the diagnosis and clinical management of patients in a busy Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit. The position requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care while participating in the consultant rota. The role offers opportunities for quality improvement, service development, and teaching within a supportive and flexible working environment. Candidates should be passionate about innovation and committed to enhancing patient care in a high-pressure setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the diagnosis and clinical management of patients in the AMU and SDEC unit.
• Conduct regular ward rounds and provide clinical support alongside the junior medical team.
• Collaborate with colleagues across specialties for a cohesive approach to patient care.
• Participate in the Acute Medicine rota, including early and late shifts and weekend cover.
• Promote the work of the AMU and support Trust priorities for improving patient flow.
• Engage in teaching, audit, governance, and research within the AMU.
• Provide professional supervision and mentorship to junior medical staff.

Key Skills:

• MRCP or equivalent qualification.
• Full registration with the GMC and CCT in General Internal Medicine/Acute Internal Medicine.
• Experience of UK hospital systems and practices.
• Postgraduate experience including higher surgical/medical training.
• Training in diagnosis and treatment of acute medical conditions.
• Proven teaching ability and willingness to teach medical undergraduates and postgraduates.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build and maintain effective teams and demonstrate compassionate leadership.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Bristol

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other