Trust Doctor - Medicine
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,715 to £69,976 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Cramlington, NE23 6NZ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 28 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 13 Sept 2026 |
Summary
The postholder will provide high-quality medical care to adult inpatients within the Discharge Unit / Winter Medical Unit and will play a key role in supporting patient flow, discharge planning, and operational resilience during periods of increased demand. The role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely clinical assessment, ongoing review, and safe discharge of patients. The post will contribute to the Trust's Winter Escalation Plan and support the delivery of patient-centred care across the organisation. Main Responsibilities Provide day-to-day medical care for patients admitted to the Units. Undertake clinical assessment, investigation, diagnosis, and management of patients with a broad range of medical conditions. Review patients regularly, formulate management plans, and ensure timely clinical decision-making. Participate in daily ward / board rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings. Support proactive discharge planning from admission through to discharge. Work collaboratively with nursing, therapy, pharmacy, social care, and discharge teams to facilitate safe and timely patient discharge. Liaise with specialty teams, community services, and primary care colleagues to ensure continuity of care and appropriate follow-up arrangements. Identify and respond appropriately to deteriorating patients, escalating concerns to senior medical staff when required. Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and contemporaneous clinical records in line with Trust policies and professional standards. Request and interpret appropriate investigations and implement evidence-based treatment plans. Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers, and colleagues to support informed decision-making and patient-centred care. Participate in handovers, case discussions, and other activities that promote safe and effective patient care. Contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement projects, and mandatory training requirements. Attend relevant educational and development opportunities to support professional growth and maintain clinical competence. Work flexibly to support service requirements and operational pressures, particularly during periods of increased demand and winter escalation activity. Educational and Development Opportunities The post offers opportunities to develop and enhance: Clinical assessment and decision-making skills. Communication skills with patients, relatives, and multidisciplinary teams. Experience of discharge planning and admission avoidance pathways. Understanding of multidisciplinary working and coordinated patient care. Knowledge of treatment escalation planning and ethical decision-making. Leadership, team-working, handover, and service improvement skills. Experience working closely with community, social care, and hospital-based services to support integrated care delivery Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role & responsibilities.