Consultant in Palliative Medicine

Job summary Consultant
in Palliative Medicine Pay
Scale: NHS Consultant Grade Pay Scale Up to 10 PAs per
week part-time applications welcomed

Participation in a
1:6 non-resident on-call rota Weldmar Hospice care is seeking a Consultant in
Palliative Medicine to join our established, compassionate and forward-thinking
team. This is an opportunity to practise high-quality, patient-centred care in
an environment where time, continuity of care and multidisciplinary working are
genuinely valued.

Set in beautiful Dorset, with its stunning Jurassic
Coast, picturesque villages and vibrant local towns, Weldmar offers an exceptional
place to live and work. The role is primarily based at our 12-bedded Inpatient
Unit, caring for patients with complex palliative care needs. You will also
provide specialist medical support to our Specialist Hospice at Home teams,
delivering care to patients in the community. Main duties of the jobYou will:

Provide senior clinical leadership within the inpatient unit Deliver expert symptom control and holistic care for patients and those important to them Support and develop the wider multidisciplinary team Participate in clinical governance, education and service improvement. Work collaboratively across hospice, community and hospital interfaces

About us Weldmar Hospice care provides specialist care for
adults in Dorset who have a life limiting illness, and support for their loved
ones. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and
inclusion across all aspects of our organisation.

Details Date posted
16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other Salary
Depending on experience

NHS Consultant Grade

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time

Reference numberBJob locations

Herrings ton Road Dorchester Dorset DT1 2SL
United Kingdom Job description

Job responsibilities Expert
Clinical Practice
Make complex clinical decisions and provide senior medical leadership in
situations of uncertainty, including prognosis, treatment escalation and
end-of-life decision-making.
Undertake complex and sensitive holistic care assessments and plan,
implement and evaluate care utilising advanced communication skills.
Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with
organisational requirements.
Identify areas for improvement and development which will enhance the
palliative care provision for patients and carers.
Work with the other clinical leads within the hospice in undertaking
service improvements as identified.
Provide
clinical leadership for the Medical and ANP Team in the absence of the Lead
Consultant.
Actively
promote and develop evidence based clinical practice. Help to create a culture that
is respectful, fair, supportive, and compassionate by role modelling behaviours
consistent with these values.
Undertake
consultant rounds and attend MDT Meetings.
Provision of outpatient clinics when
appropriate at Weldmar Hospice care IPU.
Undertake
domiciliary visits for advice and assessments.
On
call commitment the post holder will be part of the on-call rota providing
support to those cared for by Weldmar Hospice care and providing specialist
palliative care advice to other healthcare professionals in the catchment area.

Assist
with the recruitment of new doctors and senior nurse posts.
You
will initially be the Deputy Caldicott Guardian for Weldmar.
Participate
in annual appraisal, revalidation and continuing professional development in
line with GMC requirements.
Act
as Clinical Supervisor for GP trainees.
Contribute
to the Patient Services Risk Register.

Leadership and Strategy
Provide clinical leadership in partnership with the Director of
Clinical Services and the Lead Consultant around service developments, clinical
governance and review of policies and procedures.
Take an active role in the planning, development, and delivery of
organisational strategy and services to achieve service objectives and
continuous improvement of wider specialist palliative care services.
Provide professional leadership, vision and direction for the medical
and ANP team.
Contribute to the effective management, supervision and professional
development of the medical/ANP team.
Ensure medical trainees on placement at the IPU receive appropriate
support and supervision.
Contribute to the leadership of clinical
audit and research activity within the hospice, including identifying
priorities, contributing to delivery where appropriate, and ensuring findings
are used to improve patient care. Support a culture of enquiry and
evidence-based practice within the clinical team.
Attend the Clinical…