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Fixed Term Consultant in Acute Medicine
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
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Reference: 2432461
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of a Fixed Term Acute Medical Consultant within an expanded assessment area medical team. This new model will involve working across existing assessment areas, including support of same day emergency care which has been facilitated with a brand new £2.4 million unit.
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Main duties of the job
This opportunity will involve working as part of a team responsible for assessing patients in an urgent care setting and providing support with senior decision making early in the patient journey.
This new model has been facilitated by a further £2.6 million investment to support workforce across assessment care which now includes Same Day Emergency Care, two Assessment wards, and a Clinical Decisions Unit.
The Acute Medical / Surgical teams have developed robust clinical pathways which will underpin patient assessment and Same Day Emergency Care at Bolton. All patients attending the Emergency Department will be assessed utilising the pathways and exclusion criteria to ensure patients are managed effectively and efficiently.
About us
This is an exciting new venture for Bolton NHS Foundation Trust and we are now looking to build a substantial team that share our vision and drive the service forward. You will work alongside a friendly, supportive, and professional integrated team comprising of Consultants, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapist, Coordinators, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Pharmacists, Social Services and Community Services to provide a safe, effective and efficient care environment for patients, relatives and carers.
Details
Date posted
16 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
241-660MD-26
Job locations
Royal Bolton Hospital
Minerva Road
Bolton
BL4 0JR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see enclosed job description and person specification.
So if you are an Acute Medical Consultant with experience or an interest in Acute or Emergency Medicine, who is proactive, has acute skills and able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see enclosed job description and person specification.
So if you are an Acute Medical Consultant with experience or an interest in Acute or Emergency Medicine, who is proactive, has acute skills and able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Basic Medical Qualification
Qualification
Essential
- M.R.C.P.
Qualification
Essential
- On the Specialist Register in Acute or General Medicine or within six months of entry at time of application
Membership
Essential
- Membership of Society of Acute Medicine
Training
Essential
- Significant experience of Acute Medicine
Audit
Essential
- Participation in Clinical Audit
Research
Essential
- Research experience and Publications
Driving licence
Essential
- Current Driving Licence/Use of car for work
On Call-Rota
Essential
- Able to participate in on call rota
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Basic Medical Qualification
Qualification
Essential
- M.R.C.P.
Qualification
Essential
- On the Specialist Register in Acute or General Medicine or within six months of entry at time of application
Membership
Essential
- Membership of Society of Acute Medicine
Training
Essential
- Significant experience of Acute Medicine
Audit
Essential
- Participation in Clinical Audit
Research
Essential
- Research experience and Publications
Driving licence
Essential
- Current Driving Licence/Use of car for work
On Call-Rota
Essential
- Able to participate in on call rota
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).
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.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Bolton Hospital
Minerva Road
Bolton
BL4 0JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Bolton Hospital
Minerva Road
Bolton
BL4 0JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)