Consultant in Palliative Medicine
This is 5.33PA post for a Consultant in Palliative Medicine at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.
Please note the simulation date will be 28th October 2026 and the Interview date will be 3rd November 2026The Palliative Medicine department provides specialist medical input across a broad range of settings, including acute and community hospitals (Royal Berkshire Hospital, West Berkshire Community Hospital and Wallingford Community Hospital), the specialist inpatient unit based at Duchess of Kent Hospice, and community services in Berkshire West and South Oxfordshire. The post holder will share clinical and managerial leadership within the Palliative Medicine service with the present consultants.
An office base with a laptop computer, smartphone, and secretarial and administrative support will be provided.
- To provide, with colleagues, a Palliative Medicine service in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
- To provide second on-call cover for the Palliative Medicine service on a 1 in 7 rota. On-call is Category A with a 5% on-call intensity supplement.
- Active participation in monthly clinical governance meetings within the department.
- Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Palliative Medicine service.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name:
Dr Hannah Western
Job title:
Medical Lead Palliative Care Services Email address:
Hannah.western Telephone number:
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