Job summaryThis is an exciting opportunity to join our Marie Curie Hospice in Liverpool. We are looking to recruit a Specialty Doctor to join our established multi-professional specialist unit. This post would suit anyone considering specialty training in palliative medicine or related disciplines, e.g., oncology or geriatrics, anyone looking for a portfolio career in general practice or someone looking for long-term work in the unique team and built environment of a modern hospice.Main duties of the jobYou will primarily provide medical support, assessment and care for hospice inpatients and outpatients and those attending Wellbeing Service in our specialist unit in collaboration with the wider team.This role involves participation in teaching and management activities at the hospice. You will be supported and encouraged to conduct audit/quality improvement and participate in activities relating to maintaining clinical excellence within the service.Previous experience in palliative medicine is desirable but not essential, and there will be education and supervision for the successful applicants.The role involves first on-call cover for the hospice and the regional advice line. On-call is a non-resident but includes returning to the hospice site out of hours when there is a clinical need.About usEvery day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesLocation:Marie Curie Hospice, LiverpoolSalary:NHS Specialty Doctor Pay Scale £52,530 - £82,400 per annum pro rata (dependent on experience) and 5% Availability SupplementHours: 10 PAs (40 hours) per week with 1 in 6 on-call commitmentClosing Date:22nd July 2024Interview Date: TBCStart Date:August 2024What we are looking for:Full GMC registration, a licence to practice and at least 4 years of full-time postgraduate training (2 of which must have been in relevant acute specialities/or demonstration of equivalent experience and competencies). MB ChB or equivalentAbility to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.Communication skills that are sensitive to patients and carersWhats in it for you:Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)Marie Curie Group Personal Pension SchemeSeason ticket loanLoan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systemsContinuous developmentIndustry-leading training programmesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFor an informal discussion, please contact Dr Laura Chapman, Medical Director, Marie Curie Hospice, Liverpool:Laura.chapman@mariecurie.org.ukMarie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure CheckPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialMB ChB or equivalentDesirableHigher Medical Qualification e.g., MRCP, MRCGPDiploma in Palliative MedicineExperienceEssentialFull GMC registration, a licence to practise and at least 4 years of full-time postgraduate training, 2 of which must have been in relevant acute specialities (or demonstration of equivalent experience and competencies)Audit SkillsTeaching SkillsAbility to work as part of a multidisciplinary teamCounselling skills that are sensitive to patients and carersExcellent communications skillsDesirableExperience in Treating Primary and Secondary Malignant Disease and symptoms in non-malignant conditionsKnowledge and experience of symptom controlResearch InterestPersonality/Aptitude/MotivationEssentialGood listenerFlexibleAble to motivate othersPromptness in communication with other professionals outside the institute in connection with patient careAbility to work autonomously and use initiative while recognising own limitations and seeking help appropriatelyDesirableUnderstanding of management processes and issuesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Employer detailsEmployer nameMarie CurieAddressMarie Curie Liverpool HospiceLiverpoolL25 8QAEmployer's websitehttps://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)