Consultant in Palliative Care Medicine

Job summary

Post: Consultant in Palliative Care Medicine – Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust (DGT)Division: MCECContract: Permanent • Working pattern: Full-timeMain duties

The Palliative care team at Darent Valley Hospital consists of a consultant, a specialty doctor, and 5.8 FTE experienced clinical nurse specialists, including a team lead and admin support. They provide a 9–5 seven days a week service, with one CNS on each day of the weekend. There are plans to increase the consultant complement. The consultant is responsible for the establishment of guidelines and the supervision of the team\''s clinical practice.About us

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust (DGT) is a dynamic and transforming Trust committed to delivering high-quality service to the communities it serves. DGT is an organisation that supports your physical and mental wellbeing, career development and enjoyment of work.There is an excellent Postgraduate Centre at Darent Valley Hospital with lecture and tutorial rooms, dining facilities, and regular educational sessions for hospital doctors and GPs, including Case Presentation, Journal Club, Histopathology joint meetings, and multidisciplinary meetings.We are committed to equality and diversity. You are required to fulfil responsibilities under this policy and ensure that no individual receives unfavourable treatment on grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, religion, creed, race, ethnic or national origin, HIV status, age or social background, or membership of a trade union or non-membership, where not justifiable.Details

Date posted: 29 August 2025Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staffGrade: ConsultantSalary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annumContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full-timeReference number: 252-2025-020-CJob location: Darent Valley Hospital, Darent Wood Road, Dartford, DA2 8DAJob responsibilities

A formal Job Plan will be agreed between the appointee and the Clinical Director within three months of commencement and will be reviewed annually after the Appraisal Meeting. The Job Plan will set out the Consultant\''s duties, responsibilities and objectives for the coming year.Person specification

Qualifications

(Essential)Full GMC RegistrationMBBS or equivalentHolds CCT or equivalent or will obtain within 6 months of interview date in Palliative CareDesirableOther degrees (e.g., BSc, MSc, MD, PhD)Knowledge

(Essential)Clinical governance principlesAwareness of current General Medical practicesExperience

(Essential)Wide experience in Palliative Care MedicineFull and independent management of clinical patient workloadExperience of teaching doctors-in-training and undergraduatesExperience of clinical audit and QIP processExperience of collaborative clinical or laboratory researchDisclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for DBS disclosure.Certificate of Sponsorship / UK Registration

Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. UK registration with current professional status is required. For further information, visit the NHS Careers page or guidance on overseas criminal records checks as applicable.Employer details

Employer: Dartford and Gravesham NHS TrustAddress: Darent Valley Hospital, Darent Wood Road, Dartford, DA2 8DAEmployer website: ..... full job details .....