Job summary
The Virtual Hospital at West Herts comprises of collaboration between West Herts and our community partners at CLCH. The purpose of the virtual hospital is to treat acutely unwell patients in the comfort of their own place of residence, by remotely monitoring them and providing home visits where necessary.

Our vision is to support the patient's journey in a way that improves overall patient experience whilst also improving bed flow in the acute wards by preventing admission and supporting early discharge.

The role of the Trust Resident Doctor in the Virtual Hospital is to support the daily management, review and flow of patient on the Virtual Ward.

Currently, the VH offers the following pathways - Heart Function (HF), Asthma, Bronchiectasis and COPD (ABC), General Medicine, Frailty and lastly a small Post-Surgical Colorectal pathway.Not only do we provide specialist care for our patients, but we work to provide strong wrap around care to prevent readmissions.

We have attracted national attention with Amanda Pritchard, Chief Executive of NHSE, recently visiting our hub at West Herts. There's a short YouTube video to give a flavour of what's involved (Apply through our website).

Main duties of the job

• General ward work and on-going care of in-patients- including remote ward rounds for inpatients.
• Review of patients referred to the virtual ward and face to face reviews of inpatients as required, to screen for suitability for VH onboarding.
• Maintenance of ward lists.
• Attendance to consultant ward rounds.
• Attendance at MDTs.

About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.

www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net

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Date posted: 13 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £45,715 to £59,406 a year pa plus £149
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 360-A-11487
Job locations: Watford General Hospital, Watford, WD18 0HB, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
The duties of the post will be carried out in conjunction with the Consultant by means of daily ward rounds and follow-up care. The Post holder is expected to undertake appropriate investigations and therapeutic procedures (under supervision).

They will also maintain adequate medical records of the patients stay in hospital and dictate discharge summaries and enquiries so that they are promptly sent out to the General Practitioner. Patients are admitted from hospital wards or from the community via the SDEC (same day emergency care), Acute Admissions Unit or via specialist clinics.

Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential

• Hold for full registration and licence to practise with the GMC
• Evidence of completion of Foundation Year 2 competencies
• Previously worked in the NHS
• Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies or equivalent in line with GMC
• Standards/Good Medical Practice including: - Good clinical Care
• Maintaining good medical practice - Good relationships and communication with patients
• Good working relationships with colleagues - Good teaching and training
• Professional behaviour and probity - Delivery of good acute clinical care
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• ALS

Desirable

• Evidence of completion of Foundation Year 1 or equivalent

Knowledge:
Essential

• Applicant to have proficiency in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
• OET grade B
• Clinical Knowledge & Expertise: Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement
• Works to maximise safety and minimise risk
• Able to prioritise clinical need.

Desirable

• UK Experience
• Personal attributes: shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity

Experience:
Essential

• Research skills: Demonstrates understanding of the principles of audit and research

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
• Evidence of active participation in audit
• Teaching: Evidence of interest and experience in teaching

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).