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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Acute Medicine to join a growing and forward-thinking Urgent and Emergency Care service in Greater London. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred acute medical care across Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and Clinical Assessment Unit (CAU), contributing to rapid assessment, early diagnosis, and efficient patient flow. This service is undergoing active transformation, with strong investment in Acute Medicine, modern facilities, and a collaborative, multidisciplinary workforce.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver high-quality clinical care across Acute Medicine services, including SDEC and CAU
Provide senior clinical decision-making for acute admissions and ensure timely patient assessment and triage
Take responsibility for patients admitted under Acute Medicine, ensuring safe and effective care pathways
Participate in a 7-day consultant rota providing cover for SDEC and CAU services
Support the use of admission-avoidance strategies through Same-Day Emergency Care pathways
Work collaboratively with the Emergency Department, speciality teams, and community services to optimise patient flow
Supervise and support junior doctors and multidisciplinary teams, including participation in educational supervision
Engage in teaching, training, and mentorship of undergraduate and postgraduate learners
Participate in clinical governance, audit, and Quality Improvement initiatives
Contribute to service development, innovation, and implementation of acute care pathways
Maintain continuous professional development (CPD) and adherence to GMC standards
Requirements:
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
Entry on GMC Specialist Register (or within 6 months of CCT)
Experience delivering Acute Medicine care at Consultant level or equivalent
Experience in direct clinical care of acutely unwell patients
Active participation in clinical audit and governance
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
Minimum 1 year of NHS experience
Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Participation in audit, clinical governance, and quality improvement
Evidence of leadership and management experience
Ability to inspire, motivate, and support team members
Understanding of NHS systems, policies, and performance targets
Expertise in acute medical assessment, diagnosis, and management
Ability to prioritise and manage high patient volumes in a fast-paced environment
Strong clinical decision-making and risk management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Competence in IT systems and clinical documentation
Nice to have:
Experience in service development or innovation within Acute Medicine
Teaching qualification or formal training
Research involvement and publications
Management or leadership qualifications
Experience in change management or service redesign