Specialty Doctor for Hospital at Home Service
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Rated Dec 2022
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We are pleased to announce a unique and highly rewarding opportunity for a Specialty doctor to join the Hospital at Home (HAH) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) services at Darent Valley Hospital. This newly created post is part of a pioneering cross-sector expansion initiative designed to enhance our established care pathways. By joining our team, you will contribute to shaping the future of innovative healthcare delivery.
The HAH, SDEC, and Frailty Assessment Unit are strategically integrated within the SDEC Village, facilitating collaboration across multiple specialties. In this role, you will work closely with our emergency department and the medical and surgical directorates to optimize both step-up and step-down care for our patients. As a member of the HAH service, which reports directly to theexecutive team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient outcomes while helping to lead service enhancements.
Job description
Engage in daily, consultant-led ward rounds to maintain continuity and quality of patient care. Triage and accept referrals from Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), EmergencyDepartment (ED), inpatient wards, and General Practitioners, streamlining patienttransitions. Conduct regular reviews of treatments, investigations, and care plans, ensuring comprehensive patient management. Contribute to the development of specialty-specific care pathways, enhancing service delivery. Attend and present at governance meetings to support continuous quality improvement. Perform clinical procedures, including bedside ultrasound, ascitic drains, and lumbar punctures, to expand practical skills.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP Full
Desirable
- At least 12 months experience in acute general medicine
- Middle grade experience working in acute medicine
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Experience in relevant procedures, including: ascitic drains, chest drains and Lumbar Puncture
- Able to prioritise clinical need
- Able to work independently but aware of own limitations and the ability to ask for help
- Knowledge of the Hospital at Home Operational Framework
Desirable
- Experience in ultrasound
- Specialist interest relevant to acute medicine or front door medicine
- Experience and interest in Quality improvement and management
Experience
Essential
- At least 12 months experience in acute general medicine
Desirable
- Experience in working in community services such as primary care
About the employer
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.