Consultant in Geriatric Medicine, Subspecialty Interest Frailty

Consultant in Geriatric Medicine - Hospital at Home

NHSGGC is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff and providing acute, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million.

Role Overview

Permanent post, 40 hours per week, based within the specialist Older People and Stroke Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, Paisley. The position focuses on front door frailty and the delivery of Hospital at Home services, expanding acute frailty pathways and supporting alternatives to hospital admission.

Responsibilities

• Oversee provision of acute medical care to patients in their own homes.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient centred Hospital at Home care.
• Develop and implement frailty pathways and comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) initiatives across acute, virtual and community settings.
• Foster collaboration with acute, virtual and community services to facilitate early supported discharge.
• Champion quality improvement and education within the service.

Qualifications

• High level of clinical experience in all aspects of geriatric medicine.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to varied patient needs and settings.

Benefits

Work life balance and flexible working options where service needs allow. The post may close early based on response volume.

Equal Opportunity

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. The organisation recognizes the importance of work life balance and is committed to offering flexible working opportunities where possible.