Locum Consultant in Diabetes and Endocrinology

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Locum Consultant in Diabetes and Endocrinology. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Consultant to join our established team of Diabetes and Endocrinology specialists, providing high-quality, patient-centred care across North and Mid Hampshire. The successful candidate will join a department of experienced consultants and a growing multidisciplinary team, contributing to the delivery and development of both inpatient and outpatient Diabetes and Endocrinology services. This is an excellent opportunity for a consultant looking to work within a forward-thinking organisation that is committed to innovation, service development, research, education and delivering outstanding patient care. Hampshire Hospitals is undergoing an exciting period of transformation as part of the Hampshire Together programme and the development of future healthcare services across the region. Advert The post holder will provide consultant leadership across Diabetes and Endocrinology services, supporting: • Specialist inpatient Diabetes and Endocrinology care • General medical ward support within a 25-bedded medical ward • Triage of referrals and Advice & Guidance requests • Inpatient Diabetes and Endocrine reviews • Specialist outpatient clinics in Diabetes, Endocrinology and Diabetic Foot services • Multidisciplinary team working alongside specialist nurses, dietitians, resident doctors and wider healthcare professionals • Teaching, training and supervision of junior medical staff • Clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives There are opportunities to further develop specialist interests including: • Young adult and transition services • Insulin pump therapy • Community integration programmes • Sub-specialty endocrinology services • Research and innovation projects Working for our organisation Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer. The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust. Your Next Career Move Made Easier – Accommodation May Be Offered We understand relocating can be a big step. Hampshire Hospitals may be able to provide accommodation options for successful candidates, depending on availability. If this something you would like to explore please contact Southern Housing on 02080 360017 Detailed job description and main responsibilities The Locum Consultant in Diabetes and Endocrinology will provide specialist clinical leadership and high-quality care across Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, working primarily at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital whilst supporting services across Winchester, Andover and community sites. The post holder will join an established team of consultants delivering inpatient and outpatient Diabetes and Endocrinology services, alongside support for General Internal Medicine. Responsibilities include consultant-led ward rounds, management of a 25-bedded medical ward, triage of referrals, provision of Advice and Guidance, and specialist review of inpatient Diabetes and Endocrine patients. The role includes regular outpatient clinics in Diabetes, Endocrinology and Diabetic Foot services, working closely with specialist nurses, dietitians and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated, patient-centred care. The successful candidate will contribute to service development, quality improvement, clinical governance, audit and research activities, ensuring services remain aligned with national standards and best practice. The post holder will also play an active role in teaching, training and supervision of resident doctors and other healthcare professionals, supporting the Trust’s commitment to education and workforce development. Opportunities exist to further develop specialist interests, including insulin pump services, transition care, community integration and subspecialty endocrinology, while contributing to the future growth and transformation of Diabetes and Endocrinology services across the Trust. Using AI in Your Application We support the use of technology to help manage time and improve efficiency, but it is your responsibility to ensure your application is personalised and accurately reflects your own skills, experience and values. AI tools can be useful when drafting an application, but they should only be used to assist you. The content submitted must be your own work and an authentic representation of your knowledge, abilities and experiences. Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may be rejected. For example, we may receive multiple applications containing identical or generic wording that does not reflect the individual applicant. The use of AI during assessments, including interviews, is not permitted unless this has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment. For virtual interviews, you may be asked to provide a 360-degree view of the room and confirm that no additional devices are being used. If AI use is suspected during an interview, we may pause the interview, ask questions regarding its use, or adapt our assessment approach. Working in healthcare requires integrity, honesty and accountability. We expect all applications and assessments to be a genuine reflection of your own experience, knowledge and values. Our Commitment to Inclusion We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in both the delivery of our services and the recruitment and management of our staff. We welcome applications from everyone who has the skills, experience and values required for the role, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. Happy to Talk Flexible Working We are committed to supporting flexible ways of working and will consider all requests for flexible and part-time working wherever service needs allow. Important Information About Your Application Recruitment Process Applications are submitted through our recruitment system, Trac. Following submission, all correspondence relating to your application will be sent from apps.trac.jobs. Please regularly check your inbox, including your junk or spam folders. Shortlisted candidates will normally be contacted at least five working days before their interview date. Vacancy Closing Dates This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received. 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