Consultant in Palliative Medicine

Our client is seeking a Consultant in Palliative Medicine to join their team in Kent. This permanent role involves providing specialist leadership and expert clinical practice for adult inpatients with complex symptoms across the trust. You will work closely with oncology and haematology teams to deliver safe, effective, and innovative palliative care services.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical skills and expert knowledge in specialist palliative care for adult inpatients.
• Deliver specialist level palliative care assessment and advice to patients with life limiting illnesses or complex symptoms.
• Lead service delivery and support quality improvement initiatives within the multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with Acute Oncology, Haematology, Research, and Radiotherapy teams to support inpatient and outpatient pathways.
• Take full clinical responsibility for patient care at consultant level across the service.
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and research activities to improve patient outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor medical colleagues and junior staff within the Supportive and Palliative Care team.

What you'll need

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• UK CCT in Palliative Medicine or within six months of completion.
• Basic Medical Qualification such as MBBS or equivalent.
• MRCP, MRCGP, or other relevant Oncology specialist training.
• Proven experience in senior level multidisciplinary team working.
• Enhanced DBS clearance for working with vulnerable adults.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to converse easily in accurate spoken English.