NHS Scotland

CK229946 - Specialty Doctor - Ambulatory Care/Acute Medicine

Posted: 9 hours ago

Job Description

NHS GrampianSpecialty Doctor – Fixed Term for 9 monthsAberdeen Royal Infirmary NHS Grampian is seeking a motivated Specialty Doctor in Ambulatory Care / Acute Medicine to join our dynamic team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a progressive department that is expanding its ambulatory care service and delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.You will provide senior clinical cover for the Rapid Access Acute Care (RAAC) service within the Acute Medical Initial Assessment (AMIA) area. RAAC operates from 09:00 to 22:00 daily, and we require continuous cover from a Consultant or SAS-grade doctor during these hours. Flexible work patterns can be discussed, and additional sessions in AMIA and Short Stay Medicine are available for suitably qualified candidates.Full registration with a licence to practise with the GMC is required. (licence to practise must be in place prior to starting in post). For more information visit www.gmc-uk.orgAberdeen offers an outstanding quality of life with excellent schools, cultural amenities, and easy access to outdoor activities including skiing, hill walking, and golf. The city is well connected by road, rail, and air, with daily flights to major European hubs.What We OfferCompetitive salary and benefitsOpportunities for teaching and research in collaboration with the University of AberdeenSupport for CESR progression for those aiming for a consultant postFlexible working arrangements consideredA department ranked 1st in the UK for Acute Medicine Trainee satisfaction (GMC Survey 2024/25)Main ResponsibilitiesAssessment, treatment, and appropriate onward referral or discharge of patients attending RAAC/AMIA/Short Stay MedicineSupervision and teaching of resident doctors and advanced nurse practitionersDevelopment of ambulatory care pathways and participation in quality improvement projectsContribution to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmesFor further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:Kim Milne, Service Clinical Director – Acute Medicine (kim.milne@nhs.scot)Apply for this post by visiting apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk and search for the above Ref No.Closing date: Sunday, 7th December 2025.NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.Additional Information For CandidatesAs a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all.You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.Please ensure that the address you provide on your application form is your current place of residence for your present workplace, and that your identification confirms this address.Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home for advice and support with any system issues.We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.**NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

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