Visa Note
While this position offers a certificate of sponsorship for eligible international candidates, applicants must verify their eligibility requirements directly with the employer. The certificate of sponsorship does not guarantee visa approval, and candidates should confirm all visa requirements and associated costs with UK Visas and Immigration before applying.
Job Summary
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Geriatrician with Specialist Interest in Acute Frailty Care and Clinical Lecturer to join our Department of Medicine for Older People. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified medical professionals to develop innovative 7-day services for older people, both within hospitals and the community.
About the Organisation
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises three major hospitals: Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 November 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was created with a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
As one of the largest employers in the region, we have over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Main Duties of the Job
The successful applicant will work alongside other geriatric team members to develop and provide an innovative acute frailty service with commitment to improving quality of care for older frail people and providing Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) with the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT).
You will have sessional work supporting acute frailty services in emergency areas, with the job plan developing as the service evolves, supported by the senior leadership team. The post holder will also conduct sessional work on general geriatric wards and re-ablement wards, working alongside other Geriatrics consultants to deliver comprehensive geriatric assessment to patients requiring inpatient care.
The in-patient wards comprise 14-28 beds with on average 2-4 new admissions each day. This post will be supported by trainees, junior doctors, and Advanced Nurse Practitioners at the Broadgreen and Royal Liverpool sites, with additional Specialty Trainee (STR) support on a sessional basis.
Sample Timetable
Your weekly schedule will include a balanced mix of clinical and teaching responsibilities. The elements will remain consistent, though specific days may vary depending on service needs. You will typically spend mornings on ward-based activities including MDT meetings, ward rounds, and frailty inreach services.
Afternoons will be dedicated to protected time for teaching activities, administration work, and educational supervision. The role includes 7.5 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) sessions, 2.5 sessions for protected teaching time (SPA), and 0.66 sessions for on-call duties.
Person Specification: Qualifications
Essential: MB ChB or equivalent medical degree, and MRCP (or equivalent). Full registration with the GMC and licence to practice. On GMC specialist register for Geriatric and General Medicine or eligible for specialist register.
Desirable: Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and/or higher degree such as MD or PhD.
Person Specification: Clinical Experience
Essential: CCT in Geriatric and General Medicine (or equivalent training) or 6 months of attaining CCT at time of interview.
Desirable: Evidence of continuing medical education, geriatric and general medicine experience across specialties for the duration required for CCT, evidence of training and education (PGCE), proven track record in significant audit, publication of audit results, involvement in research, and publication of research.
Person Specification: Leadership and Management
Desirable: Experience implementing service change to enhance quality of patient care, ability to provide consultant level leadership, experience working in multi-disciplinary teams, evidence of leadership skills within multi-disciplinary teams, ability to organize workload and prioritize clinical needs, understanding of NHS, Clinical Governance and risk management, ability to assess and manage clinical risk, ability to act as mentor to junior medical staff, and ability to demonstrate management skills.
Person Specification: Teaching and Training
Desirable: Evidence of training and education (PGCE), evidence of delivering education both undergraduate and postgraduate, experience in educational supervision, and commitment to developing the next generation of medical professionals.
Person Specification: Professional Attributes
Desirable: Good understanding of ‘Good Medical Practice’ from the GMC, ability to offer expert clinical opinion on clinical conditions of adult patients (particularly older patients) and management of long-term conditions, ability to provide advice on efficient running of the department, commitment to highest standards in clinical care and service.
Additional Information: Disclosure and Barring Service
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Additional Information: Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants have had to present criminal record certificates from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Additional Information: UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, please see the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals.
How to Apply
Apply Instructions: Apply via NHS Jobs website.
International Applicants Checklist:
- Verify your eligibility for UK visa sponsorship with the employer before applying
- Prepare GMC registration details and proof of specialist qualifications
- Obtain criminal record certificates from all countries where you have lived for 12+ months in the past 10 years
- Contact Dr Matthew Tedford for preliminary inquiries about the position
- Ensure all application documents are in English or accompanied by certified translations
- Be prepared to provide evidence of English language proficiency if required
Contact Details
For questions about the job, please contact:
Name: Dr Matthew Tedford
Title: Clinical Director-Geriatric Medicine
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01512826494
About Liverpool
Liverpool is a vibrant city in North West England with a rich cultural heritage, world-class healthcare facilities, and excellent transport connections. The city offers a high quality of life with affordable housing, renowned universities, diverse cultural attractions, and beautiful waterfront locations. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is located in the city center with convenient access to housing, schools, and amenities.
Benefits of Working With Us
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, pension scheme, generous annual leave, private medical insurance, and opportunities for continuing professional development. Our organisation is committed to supporting staff wellbeing through various initiatives including flexible working arrangements where possible, staff counselling services, and health and wellbeing programs.
Professional Development
We are committed to supporting the ongoing professional development of our consultants through protected teaching time, research opportunities, and access to continuing medical education programs. The Clinical Lecturer component of this role provides additional opportunities for academic development and contribution to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.
Working Environment
Our hospitals modern facilities include the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, which is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment where staff can deliver high-quality care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential.
Support for International Applicants
We understand the challenges of relocating to a new country and are committed to supporting international staff throughout the recruitment and relocation process. This includes assistance with visa applications, orientation to the NHS and our organisation, help with finding accommodation, and support for family members relocating with you.
Terms and Conditions
This is a permanent, full-time position offering a salary between £109,725 to £145,478 per annum plus on-call commitment at 0.66 p.a and 3%. The position is subject to standard NHS terms and conditions for hospital medical and dental staff, including the opportunity to participate in the NHS pension scheme.
Further Information
For more information about Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, please visit our website at https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/. The trust holds several accreditations including Age Positive, Apprenticeships, CQC Good, Disability Confident Employer, IIP Gold, IWL Practice Plus, MINDFUL employer, and Smoke free status.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 11 January 2026. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview candidates before the closing date.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups in medicine, including but not limited to women, candidates from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, and candidates with disabilities. All appointments will be made on merit.
