Consultant in Acute Medicine-Welcome Bonus £20,000
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust · Doctor & Consultant · viaNHS Jobs
£113,565–£150,569 a year
- Closing date
- 28 Nov 2026
- Posted
- 2d ago
- Specialism
- Doctor & Consultant
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5724604
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Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join our team at Ipswich Hospital. We are inviting applications for a full time post as a Consultant in Acute Medicine. Applicants will have completed CCT or equivalent (Portfolio Pathway) and must be on the Specialist Register.
Main duties of the job
Please see the Job Description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities associated with this role.
About us
We are one of the largest NHS organisation in the region, employing over 12,000 staff. We deliver care from two main hospitals in Colchester & Ipswich, six community hospitals, clinics and patient's homes. Our scale provides exciting opportunities for development, innovation, research, education and training. Talk to us about our range of flexible working opportunities, apprenticeships and staff benefits Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of all we do; and it forms part of ESNEFTs core activities. The Trust operates and relies on everyone treating each other with dignity and respect, to receive equitable and fair treatment in the implementation of Policies, procedures and in its practices and to foster positive work relationships. The EDI Agenda reflects the Trust values of Optimistic, Appreciative and Kind. In line with the NHS Long Term Plan and Staff Standards, we consistently strive to improve, to take the learning into Action for a better ESNEFT.
Details
Date posted
12 November 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
NDD-000328
Job locations
Ipswich Hospital
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP4 5PD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as a consultant in Acute Medicine and will work closely alongside colleagues to provide a comprehensive assessment process for all medical emergencies. Close liaison with other departments and with allied health professionals within the EAU department and other consultant colleagues is crucial to our success and good communication skills are essential.
The appointee will have a specific role in the acute assessment, triage and management of all patients in the EAU, working together with senior therapists and nurses to assess every patient to categorise their needs and ensure they are appropriately met. The appointee will liaise closely with the Emergency Department to facilitate their delivery of the ED Performance indicators
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible for the supervision and training of assigned EAU junior staff and ensuring patients move through the unit effectively. They will also have responsibility for maintaining databases and performance records of admissions and assessment provision and act as a resource for this information.
The appointee will work closely with other colleagues in all departments and will contribute to teaching of medical students and junior staff attached to the department, including a regular slot in the medical registrar teaching.
We are keen to encourage the successful applicant to pursue specialist interests, including FAMUS training. Resource is available to support personal professional development and develop skills within the department.
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).
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as a consultant in Acute Medicine and will work closely alongside colleagues to provide a comprehensive assessment process for all medical emergencies. Close liaison with other departments and with allied health professionals within the EAU department and other consultant colleagues is crucial to our success and good communication skills are essential.
The appointee will have a specific role in the acute assessment, triage and management of all patients in the EAU, working together with senior therapists and nurses to assess every patient to categorise their needs and ensure they are appropriately met. The appointee will liaise closely with the Emergency Department to facilitate their delivery of the ED Performance indicators
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible for the supervision and training of assigned EAU junior staff and ensuring patients move through the unit effectively. They will also have responsibility for maintaining databases and performance records of admissions and assessment provision and act as a resource for this information.
The appointee will work closely with other colleagues in all departments and will contribute to teaching of medical students and junior staff attached to the department, including a regular slot in the medical registrar teaching.
We are keen to encourage the successful applicant to pursue specialist interests, including FAMUS training. Resource is available to support personal professional development and develop skills within the department.
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).
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Applications are handled by East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust on their own site — BOQQS does not collect CVs or hold your application. This listing closes on 28 Nov 2026.
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