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Location of work: St. Josephs Hospice, Mare Street, LondonConsidering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.Fixed term contract for 6 months (maternity locum), full time 10 PAs (4PAs Homerton and 6PAs St Josephs Hospice)On-call commitment follows a 1:8 weeknights and weekends.Salary: 93,666 - 126,281 per annum (pro rata) + 2% on call supplement + London weighting allowanceMain duties of the jobThis is an ideal opportunity for someone who would like to join an established Palliative Care team at St Josephs Hospice. The post at St Josephs hospice is primarily based within the community team and also providing cover to the inpatient wards. The main contract will be held by St Joseph's Hospice.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesPlease see the Job Description and Person Specification for more details. Full GMC registration with a licence to practise is essential and applicants should be on the specialist register for Palliative Medicine or be within 6 months of completion of training.Person specificationQUALIFICATIONFull GMC registration with license to practiseDiploma, Masters Degree or other higher degree in Palliative MedicineTRAININGSpecialist Register for Palliative Medicine or within 6 months of attaining CCT / CESR in palliative medicineRESEARCH, AUDIT AND TEACHINGEvidence of critical thinking and the ability to apply evidence in clinical practiceRecognition of the importance of on-going CPDExperience of undergraduate and/or postgraduate teachingEvidence of involvement in audit projects and quality improvement projectsPublications in peer-reviewed journalsEvidence of experience and interest in development of self as teacherExperience of leading or significant contribution to audit groupsINTERPERSONAL SKILLSEvidence of good personal organisation, including time management and meeting deadlinesEvidence of effective interpersonal and communication skills, particularly in handling difficult situationsEvidence of ability to work within a multidisciplinary team, both as a member and as a leaderEvidence of ability and willingness to work within a multicultural hospice and communityEvidence of flexibility and willingness to work collaboratively within a team of consultantsMANAGEMENTUnderstanding of current issues facing the NHS and independent hospicesWillingness to work with the Chief Executive and Senior Management TeamAppreciation of what makes a good leader, good manager and good team playerExperience of leading service development at consultant levelExperience of line management, educational supervision or preparing works schedule for traineesGeneral Guidance for ApplicantsPlease ensure that you read the "Guidance Notes On Submitting An Application" under "Additional Documentation" before completing your application.Please note: we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.We are committed to achieving equality and inclusion at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and we respect and value the diversity and differences of our patients and our people, ensuring everyone is enabled to thrive, feels a sense of belonging, and is able to be their authentic self. We offer a range of flexible working options that enable you to balance your work and personal life, including part-time, compressed hours, remote working and job-shares.If you are interested in joining our team, please let us know your preferred working pattern in your application, and we will consider all requests for flexible working and try to accommodate them wherever possible.Please note that secondment arrangements will be considered for any fixed term positions, with the agreement of the existing line manager.We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.Employer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.Name: Andrew Tysoe-CalnonJob title: Medical Director, St Joseph's HospiceEmail address: a.tysoecalnon@stjh.org.ukTelephone number: 0208 525 6000For further information or an informal visit at the hospice please contact Dr Andrew Tysoe-Calnon, Medical Director a.tysoecalnon@stjh.org.uk or 02085256000#J-18808-Ljbffr