Bank Specialty Doctor Herts (Specialty Doctor) - Doctor - Central London Community Healthcare N[...]

Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing services to diverse communities in 14 London Boroughs. We are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission and are ranked among top NHS employers. Community healthcare is our focus and passion. We champion the role of community health professionals to ensure patients receive excellent care close to home. At CLCH, we promote equality and foster an inclusive environment where our diverse workforce feels they belong and are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity.

Job Overview

CLCH delivers the Stroke and General community in-patient rehabilitation service for Barnet, offering step-down and non-weight-bearing beds across wards. These units provide community-based rehabilitation supporting patients' recovery with active therapy programs. Assessments for patients who are medically optimized but require further evaluation outside the acute setting are also conducted where necessary. The service operates 24/7 with nurses always present and doctors/therapists available during core hours.

Main Duties of the Job

• The Specialty Doctor will work within a multidisciplinary team, undertaking routine tasks under supervision of senior doctors, including managing medical care, reviewing patients, and responding to medical deterioration.
• Responsibilities include managing medical care of referred patients, conducting ward reviews, managing deteriorations, and supporting discharge planning.

Working for Our Organisation

CLCH provides services across 11 London Boroughs and Hertfordshire. We offer benefits such as comprehensive induction, support with accommodation and driving licenses, flexible working, and career development opportunities. We value diversity and are committed to equality, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and supporting various networks including BAME and LGBTQI groups.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

• Manage medical care for rehabilitation patients, with consultant reviews twice weekly.
• Respond to medical deterioration and support appropriate transfer or management.
• Work proactively to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and facilitate discharges.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

• GMC registered with a license to practice.
• Completed Foundation Training (FY1 and FY2).
• Two years post-Foundation Training experience.
• Up-to-date Resuscitation and Safeguarding Training.
• Specialty Doctor training in relevant areas (e.g., Elderly Care, Rehabilitation Medicine).
• MRCP, DGM, or equivalent.

Experience

• At least two years' experience as a doctor in a rehabilitation setting.
• NHS experience.
• Experience working with frail patients.
• Experience in community hospitals or rehabilitation services is an asset.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of GMC 'Duties of a Doctor'.
• Experience with SystmOne and ICE systems.

Applications are encouraged promptly as high application volume may lead to early closing. Only candidates demonstrating clear alignment with the person specification will be shortlisted. Interview details will be communicated via email. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants regardless of age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or disability. We follow the workforce race equality standard, and 28% of senior staff are from BAME backgrounds. CLCH also supports BAME and LGBTQI networks.

Applicants must have appropriate UK professional registration. This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and a Disclosure to the DBS will be required.