There will be an upcoming opportunity for an enthusiastic experienced doctor (preferably GP trained), to join the integrated, specialist palliative care services for the West Lancashire, Southport & Formby area. Queenscourt, a Specialist Palliative Care Unit provides 10 beds, day and ‘at home’ services and specialist medical, therapy and nursing services as an integral part of the local NHS & independent palliative care services.

The main duties are day to day medical care of inpatients and day services at Queenscourt, working into the hospital and community as required.

The post-holder will be expected to participate fully in clinical activities, the teaching programme and will be trained in all aspects of the required work.

Participation in the bank holiday rota is in addition to the fixed on-call commitment of 1:4 weekends.

Full GMC Registration and current membership of a medical defence organisation is essential. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years relevant post registration experience and have successfully completed a membership exam. Experience in General Practice and/or palliative medicine is desirable but not essential. The post holder is expected to continue to develop academically and will be supported to do so.

Dr Karen Groves, Medical and Education Director / Consultant in Palliative Medicine on 01704 517922 can be contacted for an informal discussion.

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