Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology to provide part-time outpatient cover for a period of six months in the first instance within our established specialist service.
The successful candidate will deliver consultant-led antenatal diabetes, general endocrinology and specialist obesity clinics, working within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking department with strong links to maternity services and established specialist pathways.
The postholder will provide expert clinical assessment, diagnosis and management for patients with complex endocrine and metabolic conditions, contribute to multidisciplinary decision-making, and support the continued delivery of safe and effective elective services.
We welcome applications from candidates with strong clinical experience in diabetes in pregnancy, general endocrinology and obesity management, who are committed to maintaining high standards of care and service delivery.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will provide high-quality consultant-led outpatient care within the Diabetes & Endocrinology service. The role is clinic-based and focused on maintaining safe, effective and timely elective care delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
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Delivering antenatal diabetes clinics, working closely with obstetric, midwifery and specialist nursing teams to ensure safe maternal and fetal outcomes
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Providing general endocrinology outpatient clinics, managing a broad spectrum of endocrine disorders including pituitary, adrenal, thyroid, calcium/bone and complex metabolic conditions
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Delivering specialist obesity clinics, including assessment, pharmacotherapy management and multidisciplinary care planning where appropriate
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Providing expert clinical advice and senior decision-making within outpatient pathways
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Supporting multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions relevant to outpatient case management
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Contributing to clinical governance activities, including audit, quality improvement and adherence to national and local guidelines
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Supervising and supporting junior medical staff and allied health professionals within the outpatient setting as required
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Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and participating in service performance monitoring
The postholder will work collaboratively with consultant colleagues to ensure continuity of care, maintain elective performance standards and support ongoing service delivery during a period of workforce absence.
About us
St. George's University Hospitals Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest healthcare organisations and shares its main hospital site in south west London with St George's University of London. St George's has an established national and international reputation as a leading hospital for specialist care. We also provide excellent local care to the residents of Wandsworth, and regional care as both an acute, hyper acute stroke unit and trauma centre.As well as acute hospital services, St George's Healthcare provides a wide variety of specialist and community hospital based care and a full range of community services to children, adults, older people and people with learning disabilities. These services are provided from Queen Mary's Hospital, Roehampton, 11 health centres and clinics, schools and nurseries, patients' homes and Wandsworth Prison. We employ 8,000 staff, have an annual income of c£560m, around 1,100 beds and we serve a population of 1.3 million across south west London
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Full registration and license to practice with General Medical Council and, if from overseas should be working at the level of an experienced, Specialist doctor
- Currently on the Special Register
- Worked in the NHS and Endocrinology for at least 8 years
Desirable
- Completion of a relevant management course / programme
- MD or PhD
- Active research interest with a good publication record of peer-reviewed papers/presentations
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience in the management of common endocrine conditions diabetes, antenatal service and obesity
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
- Experiences in senior leadership role
Desirable
- Experience of leading clinical team
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to organise, prioritise, delegate, and manage work
- Ability to work productively in multidisciplinary teams
- Good communication skills: Ability to develop rapport with and discuss treatment options with patients clearly
- Ability to develop, motivate and lead multidisciplinary teams.
- Disability and equality awareness
- Ability to initiate and implement change
- Good IT skills applied to teaching and presentation
- Respect for an individuals' rights, interests, beliefs, preferences and cultures
- Able to take responsibility and lead by example
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Essential Personal Qualities
Desirable
- Desirable Personal Qualities
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Full registration and license to practice with General Medical Council and, if from overseas should be working at the level of an experienced, Specialist doctor
- Currently on the Special Register
- Worked in the NHS and Endocrinology for at least 8 years
Desirable
- Completion of a relevant management course / programme
- MD or PhD
- Active research interest with a good publication record of peer-reviewed papers/presentations
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience in the management of common endocrine conditions diabetes, antenatal service and obesity
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
- Experiences in senior leadership role
Desirable
- Experience of leading clinical team
SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to organise, prioritise, delegate, and manage work
- Ability to work productively in multidisciplinary teams
- Good communication skills: Ability to develop rapport with and discuss treatment options with patients clearly
- Ability to develop, motivate and lead multidisciplinary teams.
- Disability and equality awareness
- Ability to initiate and implement change
- Good IT skills applied to teaching and presentation
- Respect for an individuals' rights, interests, beliefs, preferences and cultures
- Able to take responsibility and lead by example
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Essential Personal Qualities
Desirable
- Desirable Personal Qualities
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
