Job summary
Specialty Doctor
Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice
Church Rd, Leckhampton, Cheltenham GL53 0QJ
Part Time (16 Hours per week)
Pay in accordance to BMA payscale for SAS Doctors
Main duties of the job
About the role
To provide specialist palliative care in our 16 bedded in-patient unit plus support to our Community Services if needed, on a part-time basis.
The main duties of this post are providing medical cover plus participation in the out of hours rotas.
Part Time: All day Monday and all day Friday, plus 4h Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays mornings (frequency 1:7) PLUS an on call commitment (Mon-Sun) 1:6
About us
About Us:
Leckhampton Court is a Sue Ryder hospice, based in Gloucestershire. Were here for people aged 18 and over living with conditions like cancer, heart failure and lung disease. It provides the only specialist hospice care inpatient unit in the county of Gloucestershire.
We offer a range of support, from inpatient care in our 16-bed hospice, set in the foot of the Cotswold Hills and surrounded by beautiful countryside, to day services and Hospice at Home which helps people stay at home longer and offers respite to carers.
The Hospice is looking for a Specialty Doctor to help us provide specialist palliative care in our in-patient unit, Day Hospice, and community on a part time basis.
Company pension scheme
Continuation of NHS pension (terms and conditions apply)
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Enhanced sick pay
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Healthcare Cash plan, to claim back costs of routine healthcare
Death in Service benefit
Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Sue Ryder, we recognise that a diverse workforce allows us to provide the best care and support. We are committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and those living with disabilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical / Technical Responsibility
Carry out medical assessment, diagnosis and management of new admissions
To assess patients in their own homes or as out-patients if needed.
Ensure good practice, symptom control and holistic care for patients, their family and carers whilst in the Hospice.
Completion of necessary data on SystmOne related to deaths or discharges of patients from the palliative care unit.
Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure patients needs are met, especially in relation to on-going and continuity of care
Weekend sessions (10 am 2 pm) will be in conjunction with doctor on call
When on call to be available out of hours to give telephone advice throughout the on call period, and to come to the hospice if requested
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical / Technical Responsibility
Carry out medical assessment, diagnosis and management of new admissions
To assess patients in their own homes or as out-patients if needed.
Ensure good practice, symptom control and holistic care for patients, their family and carers whilst in the Hospice.
Completion of necessary data on SystmOne related to deaths or discharges of patients from the palliative care unit.
Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure patients needs are met, especially in relation to on-going and continuity of care
Weekend sessions (10 am 2 pm) will be in conjunction with doctor on call
When on call to be available out of hours to give telephone advice throughout the on call period, and to come to the hospice if requested
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- About you
- Must hold GMC Registration
- Have completed the equivalent of 4 years full time post graduate training, at least 2 of which are in a related speciality
- Evidence of continued professional development within specialty
- This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau
- Evidence of collaborative working
- Up-to date clinical skills and competencies in specialty
- An ability to challenge traditional boundaries using an evidence base
- Effective communication of complex information in a variety of settings
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- About you
- Must hold GMC Registration
- Have completed the equivalent of 4 years full time post graduate training, at least 2 of which are in a related speciality
- Evidence of continued professional development within specialty
- This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau
- Evidence of collaborative working
- Up-to date clinical skills and competencies in specialty
- An ability to challenge traditional boundaries using an evidence base
- Effective communication of complex information in a variety of settings
- Excellent interpersonal skills
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).
Additional information
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).
