Consultant in Palliative Medicine

As a Consultant in Palliative Medicine at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, you will join one of England’s best‑performing and most highly rated NHS organisations, providing high‑quality specialist care across two main hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—as well as a network of community‑based services.

In this role, based at West Middlesex Hospital, you will provide expert palliative and end‑of‑life care, collaborating closely with oncology teams, acute teams, community partners, and specialist services to support patients with complex symptom management and holistic needs. You will contribute to high‑quality clinical care, leadership, teaching, and service development within a Trust that continually invests in its facilities—including major expansions in critical care, and diagnostic services—to enhance patient experience and clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

Provide an efficient and responsive clinical service for patients requiring supportive and palliative care.

Deliver high‑quality specialist palliative care within the hospital and community settings.

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients and relatives across the palliative care pathway.

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key colleagues across community and hospital services.

Participate in cross‑clinical cover within other areas of the specialist palliative care service, including liaison with hospital teams.

Contribute to strategic development and service improvement initiatives across the palliative care service.

Participate in rota arrangements for the palliative care service as required.

Provide clinical leadership and guidance within the palliative care team.

Support education, training, and development opportunities for colleagues within the service.

Contribute to the coordination and delivery of a 7‑day visiting and on‑call service.

Engage in service‑wide quality improvement, innovation, and integrated models of care.

Provide specialist advice and support to other healthcare professionals managing palliative care needs.

Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to review patient needs and optimise care planning.

Ensure continuity and safety of patient care through effective documentation and communication.

Promote a compassionate, person‑centred approach to end‑of‑life care across all clinical interactions.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Employment is subject to a six‑month probation.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

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