Hospice Doctor

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role:                   Hospice Doctor

Hours:                Full-time, part-time or sessional hours considered

Salary:               Dependent on experience

Location:         Saint Catherine’s Hospice, Scarborough

About Us

Saint Catherine’s is entering an exciting phase of growth and service development as we mark our 40th anniversary. For four decades, we have proudly delivered compassionate, specialist care to the communities of North and East Yorkshire. As we expand to meet growing need, we are enhancing our core services and launching new ones — including Respite Care, Convalescent Rehabilitation, Symptom Management, and an enriched Wellbeing programme. This is a unique opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment in our history and play a key role in shaping the future of palliative care in our region.

About the Role

We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Hospice Doctor to join our friendly and experienced team. Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time or sessional work, we would love to hear from doctors who have a genuine interest in palliative and end-of-life care.

You will deliver high-quality, patient-centred medical care across a variety of settings, including our Inpatient Unit, Day Services and Community. Working as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team — with support from virtual palliative care consultants — you will contribute to holistic, compassionate care for patients and those close to them.

This role is ideal for doctors with at least two years postgraduate experience, who are seeking a rewarding and meaningful clinical role. Full training and ongoing consultant support will be provided. Previous experience in palliative care is welcome but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred medical care in hospice and community settings
• Undertake comprehensive palliative care assessments and management plans
• Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, carers, and families
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to collaborative care planning
• Provide telephone advice to community teams, local GPs, and hospital palliative care colleagues
• Support safe and effective discharge planning
• Work independently, with access to consultant support (including virtual supervision)
• Engage in ongoing learning, service development and clinical governance activity

Why Join Saint Catherine’s?

• A fulfilling role where your work has real impact on patients and families
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Flexible working arrangements — full-time, part-time and sessional roles considered
• Competency-based development programme with tailored training opportunities
• NHS Pension (subject to eligibility)
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals at Flavours Bistro
• Access to on-site gym and wellbeing support
• Employee assistance programme
• Discount at Saint Catherine’s charity shops

What We’re Looking For

• Full GMC registration
• Minimum of two years postgraduate clinical experience
• Strong interest in palliative and end-of-life care
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working with virtual consultant support

Interested?

We would love to speak with you, whether you're looking for a regular post or sessional work, this is your chance to be part of a service that’s truly making a difference.

For more information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact HR Services on 01723 351421.

To apply, complete the application form outlining your relevant experience and what draws you to this role.

The closing date for the role is:  31st July 2025

Saint Catherine’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.  All staff are expected to share this commitment and work in accordance with our safeguarding policies and procedures.  An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications Skills Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Completion of relevant specialty training (e.g. Core Medical, GP)
• Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience

Desirable

• Accredited teaching or supervision qualification
• Diploma or MSc in Palliative Medicine or equivalent

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Saint Catherine’s Hospice

Address

THROXENBY LANE

SCARBOROUGH

North Yorkshire

YO12 5RE

Employer's website

https://www.saintcatherines.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)