The Postholder with other non-consultant medical staff, will provide clinical care and supervision of patients in St Joseph’s ward, the Edwina Bradley Day Hospice, Community Palliative Care Service and Outpatient Symptom Control Clinic. This input will be in accordance with current policy and protocols. there will be guidance from the the consultant staff.
As a member of the Medical Team, The Postholder will be responsible for maintaining the highest possible standard of medical care for patients and will encourage and support an holistic approach to patients and their families within the Hospice, taking social, spiritual, psychological, as well as medical factors into consideration. The Postholder will work closely with and respect all professional colleagues as part of the multi-disciplinary team. The Postholder will ensure there is a comprehensive handover to out of hours medical staff promoting seamless care.