Consultant in Geriatric Medicine with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Visa Information
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this position, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified international medical professionals seeking to work in the UK. However, applicants must verify their visa eligibility requirements directly with the employer before applying.
About the Role
We are seeking a Consultant in Geriatric Medicine to join our pioneering Care of the Elderly team at West Suffolk Hospital. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead transformative change in frailty care both regionally and nationally. The role involves providing high-quality, holistic medical care to frail older people in both hospital and community settings.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing care on our 32-bed geriatrics ward, conducting specialist assessments in ED, AAU, and SDEC (Monday-Friday, 9 AM-7 PM), collaborating with the Virtual Ward and community teams, and participating in weekend rounds on a 1 in 7 rotation (Saturday-Sunday, 8:30 AM-12:30 PM).
What We Offer
We offer a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum (pro rata), along with the opportunity to work in an innovative environment where frailty care is a top priority. Under new leadership, we are pioneering eFrailty Alerts, electronic clinical frailty scores, and patient-led pathways.
Why Join Us?
By joining our team, you’ll be part of a healthcare organization that empowers patients, families, and healthcare professionals through education and innovation. We’re shifting away from traditional hospital-based care toward approaches that foster patient ownership of health, reduce ED waiting times, and deliver high-quality, person-centered frailty care.
Location Benefits
You’ll be working in Bury St Edmunds, a charming town in the heart of Suffolk with excellent transport links to Cambridge and London. This picturesque location offers a wonderful quality of life while providing easy access to major cities.
Interview Process
Interviews for this position will be held on Friday, 24th April 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be notified well in advance to ensure adequate preparation time.
Essential Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must have clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in General/Geriatric Medicine. You should also have entry on the GMC specialist registers in General Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine or be eligible for entry within six months of attaining Certificate of Completion of Training at the time of interview.
Desirable Qualifications
While not essential, training and experience in a geriatric subspecialty would be advantageous. A higher post-graduate degree such as MD, M. Phil, PhD or PG Cert in medical education is also desirable.
Essential Experience
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in adult medicine and take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients. Experience of supervising junior trainees and teaching clinical skills to students and trainees is also essential.
Management Skills
The ability to manage and lead a multidisciplinary team, contribute to service development, and work within the Trust and NHS performance framework and targets is required. Experience of clinical governance is essential, while experience in quality improvement and service development is desirable.
Research Requirements
All candidates must demonstrate the ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems. While not essential, experience of conducting research projects and having publications in peer-reviewed journals would be advantageous.
Language Requirements
All applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues. This can be demonstrated through PLAB 1 or PLAB 2 qualifications.
Working Pattern
This is a permanent, full-time position. The role includes working Monday to Friday in the Acute Frailty Service (9 AM-7 PM) and participating in a weekend rotation (1 in 7) covering Saturday-Sunday (8:30 AM-12:30 PM).
Application Process
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and submit your application before the closing date of 18 March 2026. Ensure your application highlights your relevant experience, qualifications, and interest in this specific role.
How to Apply as an International Candidate
International applicants should carefully review the visa requirements before applying. Although we offer a certificate of sponsorship, you must ensure you meet all eligibility criteria for working in the UK as a medical professional. Contact the employer directly with any questions about the sponsorship process.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, please contact Dr Tito Junco-Russeau (Consultant Geriatrician) via email at lyn.robinson@wsh.nhs.uk. Please allow 3-5 working days for a response.
About West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Our Values
We promote fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety, and teamwork in everything we do. With nearly 5,000 staff from all over the world, we strive to make our organization a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, or age. We value diversity and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
Additional Information
Please note that 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions. Full details are available in the job description and person specification documents.
Supporting Documents
Additional information including the full job description and person specification can be downloaded from the NHS Jobs website. These documents provide comprehensive details about the role, responsibilities, and person requirements.
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Employer Website
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