Locum Consultant - Care of The Elderly

Medecho Ltd • Worcester, MA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 20h ago

Job Summary:

The Locum Consultant in Care of the Elderly will provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of elderly patients with a focus on promoting health, independence, and quality of life. The post-holder will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties:
1. Provide expert clinical assessment and management for elderly patients.
2. Conduct inpatient ward rounds and outpatient clinics.
3. Develop and implement individual care plans, ensuring holistic care.
4. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
Leadership and Supervision:
1. Supervise junior medical staff and provide teaching and mentorship.
2. Lead initiatives to improve patient care and safety.
Education and Training:
1. Provide education to healthcare professionals, patients, and their families about care of the elderly.
2. Participate in teaching and training programs for medical students and junior doctors.
Research and Audit:
1. Engage in clinical audit and quality improvement projects.
2. Contribute to research initiatives within the department.
Administrative Responsibilities:
1. Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records.
2. Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to service development.
On-call Duties:
1. Participate in the on-call rota as required.

Qualifications:

Essential:
1. Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
2. CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in Geriatric Medicine or equivalent.
3. Relevant experience in care of the elderly and related specialties.
4. ALS (Advanced Life Support) certification.
Desirable:
1. Higher qualifications (e.g., MRCP, MD, or equivalent).
2. Experience in research and publication in geriatric medicine.