Job Description

The closing date is 31st Jul 2025

Job summary

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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Specialist in Acute Medicine to join our Acute Medicine team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered care to unscheduled medical admissions across the Acute Medical Unit (AMU), Ambulatory Emergency Care Unit (AEC), and the Emergency Department (ED).


Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will oversee the medical take, conduct post-take ward rounds, manage specialty referrals, oversee short-stay patient care, and facilitate effective discharge planning. You will also play a pivotal role in developing clinical protocols, auditing patient experiences, and improving collaboration with primary care services. The role includes on-call duties, contributing to a well-established acute medical service.


This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of acute medical services at Yeovil District Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes and service efficiency.


Job Plan:


10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week


Direct Clinical Care (DCC): 7.5 PAs


Supporting Professional Activities (SPA): 1.5 PAs


On-call commitment: 1 PA + on-call supplement

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Clinical Leadership: Deliver high-quality care for unscheduled admissions in AMU, AEC, and ED. Oversee medical take, perform post-take ward rounds, manage referrals, and facilitate timely discharges.


Service Development: Develop clinical protocols, optimize patient pathways, audit patient experience, and enhance links with primary care.


On-Call Duties: Participate in the on-call rota to provide 24/7 acute medical services.


Education & Training: Supervise and mentor junior doctors, support professional growth, and contribute to the teaching of medical students and trainees.


Research & Audit: Engage in clinical audits, support quality improvement projects, and participate in research activities.


Governance & Administration: Maintain clinical competence, adhere to GMC standards, participate in appraisal and revalidation, and contribute to departmental administration.


Team Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, provide cover for colleagues, and respond to emergencies as required.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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Please refer to the detailed job description attached for comprehensive information about the responsibilities, expectations, and opportunities associated with this role

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

MBBS and MRCP or equivalent


Full GMC Registration with a license to practice


Anticipation of inclusion on the GMC specialist register within 12 months of appointment.




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Desirable

An appropriate higher degree or qualification (MD, PhD or equivalent)

Experience

#

Essential

A minimum of 5 years clinical experience in General Medicine and Acute Medicine


Experience in a special interest that will complement those existing in the department



#

Desirable

Experience at specialist level.

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.


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.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Toby Stockton


toby.stockton@somersetft.nhs.uk

Pay scheme

Hospital Medical and Dental

Band

Specialist

Salary

96990.00 to 107155.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-MED-2822

Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT