Job Description

The GP Clinical Lead for Bedded Rehabilitation will provide medical care and clinical leadership across Athlone and Alexandra Rehabilitation Units, located 1.2 miles apart (W9 and W10). Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the postholder will support the rehabilitation of adult patients--predominantly older adults stepped down from acute care--helping to deliver high-quality, person-centred rehabilitation services.



This role offers experienced GPs the opportunity to work in a supportive multidisciplinary community healthcare environment, expand skills in complex care, and liaise across organizational boundaries to support integrated patient pathways.



Clinical Responsibilities



Lead the medical care of patients on the rehabilitation units.



Liaise with colleagues to ensure patient suitability for admission.



Develop and implement individualized medical care plans for newly admitted patients, including seeking specialist input where appropriate.



Provide medical leadership at MDT meetings and during ward rounds to ensure every patient is reviewed at least weekly.



Complete patient documentation, discharge summaries, and letters in line with GMC standards and Trust policies.



Ensure accurate prescribing and completion of drug charts in accordance with local guidelines.



Review deteriorating patients promptly and escalate appropriately following Trust protocol.



Provide expert clinical advice to medical, nursing, and therapy colleagues.



Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role

Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up)

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Training, support and development in your career



To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits



Please refer to and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.