Job summary We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic doctor to work in the inpatient unit at Bolton Hospice. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone with a special interest in palliative medicine. Working as part of our multi-disciplinary team, responsible for the safe and effective medical care of patients referred to Bolton Hospice services. £59.175 per annum (plus, enhancements for weekends on-call) Full Time 37.5hrs (part time considered) (doctors also participate in on-call rota 1:5 evenings non-resident, 1:6 weekends) Main duties of the job We are looking for an experienced doctor with a minimum of 2 years post-registration experience of specialties relevant to palliative care and full GMC registration. You must have the appropriate level of clinical knowledge and skills, as well as the ability to make sound clinical decisions. An interest in palliative medicine and a commitment to the aims, philosophy and values of the hospice are essential. The successful candidate will also need to have excellent communication skills. Advanced communication skills training would be desirable. About us We pride ourselves on offering an integrated specialist palliative care service for all our patients in Bolton. We offer our employees generous annual leave (35 days a year including bank holidays rising to 40 days with long service pro rata for part-time), a contributory pension scheme, free parking, subsidised meals, life assurance, a healthcare cash plan and excellent training opportunities. We also offer continuity of service from the NHS with respect to pension and holiday allowance only. Bolton Hospice welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Bolton Hospice has a No Smoking Policy. Details Date posted 09 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £59,175 a year Enhancements for weekends on-call Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number B0057-25-0008 Job locations Queens Park Street Bolton BL1 4QT Job description Job responsibilities Role Responsibilities: Clinical With other members of the medical team take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the inpatient unit patients, including initial assessment, management, planning and daily review. Liaise closely with and support the nursing team and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. Ensure supportive communication with patients and their carers, regarding their disease and its management. Participate in the non-resident on-call rota (when on call at weekends, this includes attending the ward each morning and otherwise being available to offer advice or attend if necessary). Provide telephone advice to hospital and primary care colleagues, Macmillan nurses and others. Participate in appropriate clinical meetings as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team. Complete administration resulting from medical duties, discharge letters, death certificates and coroners reports etc. Organisational Be aware of developments within the hospice. Be aware of the Bolton Hospice business plan. Embrace organisational and clinical change. Education and Training Participation in the hospice educational programs. Support medical trainees with education and work-based assessments. Fulfil requirements of annual appraisal for revalidation. Clinical Governance Work in adherence to the organisational policies, procedures and guidelines of Bolton Hospice. Participate in audit and other clinical governance initiatives. Other To promote and maintain the philosophy of the hospice. Ensure standards are maintained at all times. To act always in a manner that supports and promotes the good reputation of the hospice. Any other requirements as appropriate to the post and location. General Responsibilities: Health and Safety All employees have a duty to report and accidents, complaints, defects in equipment, near misses and untoward incidents, following hospice procedure. Ensure health and safety legislation is complied with at all times, including COSHH and Workplace Assessment. Confidentiality All information relating to patients, patients families, staff, volunteers, supporters and suppliers gained through your employment with Bolton Hospice is confidential. Disclosure to any unauthorised person is a serious disciplinary offence. Infection Control Prevent spread of infection. Comply with policies and procedures for correct disposal of waste, sharps and soiled linen. Safeguarding Vulnerable People (Children and Adults) All employees have a responsibility to protect and safeguard vulnerable people (children and adults). They must be aware of child and adult protection procedures and who to contact within the Hospice for further advice. All employees are required to attend safeguarding awareness training and to undertake additional training appropriate to their role. Disclosure & Barring Service Check This post is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service check. Continuous Personal Development You are responsible for your own professional development, identifying training and development needs to your line manager and completing all mandatory training as required. You must attend any specialist training and development activities relevant to your role within the hospice. Valuing Equality and Diversity All hospice staff should carry out their duties in accordance with the values and principles of our Equality and Diversity strategy. It is the responsibility of all employees to support the hospice commitment to do all we can to ensure we do not exclude, alienate or discriminate in any way and to promote a positive attitude to equality and diversity in adherence to our Equality and Diversity policy. Living Our Values Everyday All staff must actively support the vision, aim and values of the hospice, promoting our core values at all times and in all aspects of your work. Job description Job responsibilities Role Responsibilities: Clinical With other members of the medical team take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the inpatient unit patients, including initial assessment, management, planning and daily review. Liaise closely with and support the nursing team and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. Ensure supportive communication with patients and their carers, regarding their disease and its management. Participate in the non-resident on-call rota (when on call at weekends, this includes attending the ward each morning and otherwise being available to offer advice or attend if necessary). Provide telephone advice to hospital and primary care colleagues, Macmillan nurses and others. Participate in appropriate clinical meetings as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team. Complete administration resulting from medical duties, discharge letters, death certificates and coroners reports etc. Organisational Be aware of developments within the hospice. Be aware of the Bolton Hospice business plan. Embrace organisational and clinical change. Education and Training Participation in the hospice educational programs. Support medical trainees with education and work-based assessments. Fulfil requirements of annual appraisal for revalidation. Clinical Governance Work in adherence to the organisational policies, procedures and guidelines of Bolton Hospice. Participate in audit and other clinical governance initiatives. Other To promote and maintain the philosophy of the hospice. Ensure standards are maintained at all times. To act always in a manner that supports and promotes the good reputation of the hospice. Any other requirements as appropriate to the post and location. General Responsibilities: Health and Safety All employees have a duty to report and accidents, complaints, defects in equipment, near misses and untoward incidents, following hospice procedure. Ensure health and safety legislation is complied with at all times, including COSHH and Workplace Assessment. Confidentiality All information relating to patients, patients families, staff, volunteers, supporters and suppliers gained through your employment with Bolton Hospice is confidential. Disclosure to any unauthorised person is a serious disciplinary offence. Infection Control Prevent spread of infection. Comply with policies and procedures for correct disposal of waste, sharps and soiled linen. Safeguarding Vulnerable People (Children and Adults) All employees have a responsibility to protect and safeguard vulnerable people (children and adults). They must be aware of child and adult protection procedures and who to contact within the Hospice for further advice. All employees are required to attend safeguarding awareness training and to undertake additional training appropriate to their role. Disclosure & Barring Service Check This post is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service check. Continuous Personal Development You are responsible for your own professional development, identifying training and development needs to your line manager and completing all mandatory training as required. You must attend any specialist training and development activities relevant to your role within the hospice. Valuing Equality and Diversity All hospice staff should carry out their duties in accordance with the values and principles of our Equality and Diversity strategy. It is the responsibility of all employees to support the hospice commitment to do all we can to ensure we do not exclude, alienate or discriminate in any way and to promote a positive attitude to equality and diversity in adherence to our Equality and Diversity policy. Living Our Values Everyday All staff must actively support the vision, aim and values of the hospice, promoting our core values at all times and in all aspects of your work. Person Specification PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential A strong interest in palliative medicine and a commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice Good interpersonal skills, able to communicate well with colleagues, patients and carers, both verbally and in writing Able to work well in a multi-disciplinary team and collaboratively with other teams Ability to cope with stressful situations, take responsibility and show leadership Willingness to be flexible Good time management Experience Essential Post-registration experience of specialties relevant to palliative care Knowledge and/or experience of multi-disciplinary specialist palliative care within hospital, community and hospice settings Understanding of the role and process of audit Understanding of the psychosocial needs of patients and carers Desirable Experience in palliative care Advanced Communications Skills training Experience of small group and one-to-one teaching Skills Essential Appropriate level of clinical knowledge and skills Ability to make sound clinical decisions and work independently Teaching skills and experience Proficient written and verbal skills in English language Ability to organise and prioritise responsibilities Strong IT skills Desirable Proven ability to complete an audit project Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration MBChB or equivalent Desirable MRCP/MRCGP or equivalent Diploma in Palliative Medicine Person Specification PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential A strong interest in palliative medicine and a commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice Good interpersonal skills, able to communicate well with colleagues, patients and carers, both verbally and in writing Able to work well in a multi-disciplinary team and collaboratively with other teams Ability to cope with stressful situations, take responsibility and show leadership Willingness to be flexible Good time management Experience Essential Post-registration experience of specialties relevant to palliative care Knowledge and/or experience of multi-disciplinary specialist palliative care within hospital, community and hospice settings Understanding of the role and process of audit Understanding of the psychosocial needs of patients and carers Desirable Experience in palliative care Advanced Communications Skills training Experience of small group and one-to-one teaching Skills Essential Appropriate level of clinical knowledge and skills Ability to make sound clinical decisions and work independently Teaching skills and experience Proficient written and verbal skills in English language Ability to organise and prioritise responsibilities Strong IT skills Desirable Proven ability to complete an audit project Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration MBChB or equivalent Desirable MRCP/MRCGP or equivalent Diploma in Palliative Medicine 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Bolton Hospice Address Queens Park Street Bolton BL1 4QT Employer's website http://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Bolton Hospice Address Queens Park Street Bolton BL1 4QT Employer's website http://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Queens Park Street, BL1 4QT Bolton, United Kingdom