Poole FAQs PDF
| Hospital name (approx size) | Poole Hospital (789 beds) |
| Employer | University Hospitals Dorset |
| Best person to contact | Karin Bauser (Foundation Programme Coordinator) karin.bauser@uhd.nhs.uk 0300 019 2606 |
| 24-hour library access with computer/IT facilities | Yes |
| Staff restaurant or similar where you can get food at night | No |
| On site accommodation | Yes |
| Type of accommodation | The Penthouse accommodation, studio type bedrooms with a shared kitchen and lounge |
| Monthly cost of accommodation | £300 |
| Bills included | Yes |
| Average monthly cost of renting flat near hospital | £500-750 |
| Onsite parking | Yes |
| Monthly cost of parking | £50 |
| Doctors mess organises regular social events | Yes |
| Description of town/location | Amazing summer time activities including beach trips, water sports (hosted in the summer by the mess) and countryside/coastal trails. There are several fun pubs within walking distance of the hospital and the regular Poole night out in Le Bateau is great fun. There is a town centre with a variety of restaurants and shops that extends to the quay. |
| Top 3 things about working here | 1. The Penthouse (super sociable, great place to live for F1) 2. Water sports Wednesdays + BBQs 3. Friendly working environment with approachable seniors |
| Last update | Feb 2022 by Oscar Guest, Poole Foundation Doctor Rep |