Consultant in Geriatrician with Interest in Movement Disorders

We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and forward-thinking Consultant in Geriatric Medicine with a special interest in Movement Disorders to join our innovative team. This post will primarily be based at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI), with potential cross-site working at Bassetlaw and Mexborough Hospitals The Successful applicant will lead the continued delivery and development of Movement Disorders and Geriatric Medicine services across inpatient wards, the Frailty Assessment Unit, and outpatient clinics. Depending on interest, the role may also include working across the Emergency Department, Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), and Virtual Wards.

o Provide excellent, frailty-focused medical care for older people across acute inpatient wards including input into the Frailty Assessment Unit. o Develop and deliver Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) for frail and complex patients o Ensure pro-active, safe and timely discharge to avoid unnecessary and harmful hospital stays o Work and develop Movement Disorders services across Doncaster, Bassetlaw and Mexborough. o Develop innovative practices in patient management, focusing on embedding high-quality care, minimising risk and promoting a safe working culture o Contribute to quality improvement, clinical governance and service development within the department o Support education and training of resident doctors, Advanced Clinical Practitioners and Medical Students, as well as wider health professionals. o Provide clinical leadership, as a senior team member o Lead and mentor the multidisciplinary team including resident doctors and ACPs o Participate in service planning and implementation of best practice o Maintain own competence and professional skills and engage in the appraisal process