Consultant Geriatrician with an interest in Orthogeriatrics

General responsibilitiesThe appointee will be expected to cover the following main areas of work. To have and maintain full registration with a license to practice from the General Medical Council. Medical Staff are advised to continue membership of one of themedical defence organisations To always have regard to the clinical and quality standards set out within Trustguidelines, to participate in clinical governance working closely with otherprofessionals to provide comprehensive care of Elderly patients in and out ofhospital. This will include liaison with general practice and community services aboutmanagement of patient with chronic conditions. Daily attendance of the ward multidisciplinary board round to review flow anddischarge planning. The appointee will be expected to participate fully as a leader and member of themulti-disciplinary team. Work collaboratively with colleagues in the Trust to develop a service model inkeeping with best practice. Continuing responsibility for the
care of patients in their charge, including alladministrative duties associated with patient care. Leadership, development, and organisation of the services in their charge in line withthe Trust business plans. Liaison and communication with the Lead Clinician for Older People Services and the General Manager and Clinical Director OlderPeople Development of his/her own interests within the specialty.Supervise junior