Consultant in Acute Care: Sponsorship Available

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Consultants in Acute & General Internal Medicine to join our multidisciplinary team based in either Grimsby or Scunthorpe.

The successful candidate will form one of an expanded team of consultants in the department providing services at Northern Lincolnshire and Goole Foundation Trust. The posts have been developed on the background of service redesign, 7 day access and growing needs to support education and training. The appointees shall join General Physicians in medicine, each with a special interest.

The successful candidate will be on the GMC Specialist Register and will play a pivotal role in the management of acute and general medical patients, bringing leadership, expertise, and a holistic approach to patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes and contribute to the continuous improvement of our services.

Recruitment incentives may be available for the right candidate, please get in touch for further information.

Job Description approved by the Royal College

AAC Date to be confirmed

https://joinnlag.co.uk/consultant-acute-medicine/

Main duties of the job

If you have the necessary qualifications and attributes, come and shape the future of front line medical care at our hospital.The successful candidates will play a pivotal role in the management of acute medical patients, bringing leadership, expertise, and a holistic approach to patient care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes and contribute to the continuous improvement of our services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver expert clinical care to acute and general medical patients, focusing on comprehensive and individualized treatment plans.
  • Lead and manage the acute and general medical areas, fostering a culture of empathy, respect, and excellence.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care plans.
  • Engage with patients and their families, ensuring clear communication and shared decision-making.
  • Develop and implement clinical guidelines and protocols to enhance patient safety and quality of care.
  • Mentor and train junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals, promoting a culture of continuous learning and development.
  • Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives to advance the field of acute and general medicine.
  • Participate in the on-call rota, providing emergency care and guidance as needed.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Eligibility

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • MRCP or equivalent medical qualification
  • Applicant’s knowledge is up to date and fit to practise safely
  • ALL sections of application form FULLY completed
  • Appropriate to the holding of a Consultant in acute medicine
  • On the Specialist Register via CCT , CESR or European Community Rights

Desirable

  • Specialty exams

Language & Communication

Essential

  • applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English OR ohave the following scores in the academic lnternational English Language Testing System (IELTS) – Overall 7.5, Speaking 7.5, Listening 7.5, Reading 7.5, Writing 7.5
  • Demonstrates a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback.
  • Audit: evidence of active participation in audit.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job

Desirable

  • 360? feedback
  • Patient survey feedback and reflections
  • Research Skills: demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements.
  • Teaching: evidence of experience in teaching where required in the job.

Clinical

Essential

  • Acute care safe: Out of hours experience relevant to the job.
  • Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.

Desirable

  • up-to-date ALS
  • ALS instructors certificate
  • Hospital at night team working / experience.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Closing Date: 24 August 2026

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