Job summary
Frimley Park Hospital Anaesthetic Department seeks a motivated anaesthetist with an interest in simulation. Previous experience in simulation is not necessary as the Fellowship will provide the opportunity to learn about simulation and being part of a simulation team. Frimley Park has a dedicated simulation suite with attached debriefing/lecture room with capacity for live viewing. We have a Laerdal SimMan Essential wireless advanced patient simulator, a Laerdal SimJunior, Laerdal SimBaby, Gaumard Victoria Obstetric Manikin, Gaumard Tory Paediatric manikin, and many part task trainers.
The post is for 6-12 months commencing February 2022 based at Frimley Park Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The Fellow will further develop the anaesthetic simulation training programme for all levels of anaesthetists. In addition, the Fellow will lead in situ simulation sessions for the multidisciplinary team, embedding simulated clinical experience into everyday work. There are opportunities to teach regularly on Medical Student, FY1 and FY2 sessions in the simulation suite. The Fellow will develop experience in utilisation of the equipment, creating clinical scenarios, observing non-technical skills, and effective debriefing. The Fellow will be supported by a Consultant mentor and the QuEST (Quality Education through Simulation and Technology) staff.
About us
Frimley Park Hospital, part of Frimley Health NHS, is a large, friendly and innovative acute trust based on the Surrey/Hants border. We are rated as excellent by the Health Care Commission and staff scored the Trust in the top 20% of hospitals in England for training, development and job satisfaction.
A wide range of surgical specialties are offered at Frimley Park, with over 80% of operations performed as day cases. Our Obstetric Unit has 5500 deliveries per year for which the Anaesthetic Department provides 24h cover. The intensive care unit at Frimley Park Hospital comprises of nine level 3 beds and three Level 2 beds. In addition, there is a Surgical Acute Dependency Unit and a Medical Acute Dependency Unit. A Consultant-led Critical Care Outreach service supports the increasing demand for level 2 and 3 admissions within the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full Job description and Person specification is attached to this vacancy. Please read carefully before applying, and ensure you give examples, to demonstrate, how you meet the essential criteria for the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full Job description and Person specification is attached to this vacancy. Please read carefully before applying, and ensure you give examples, to demonstrate, how you meet the essential criteria for the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Primary FRCA or equivalent
- CCT
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates competence in Adult General Anaesthesia and Obstetric Anaesthesia
- Evidence of managing the Intensive Care Unit with remote supervision.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of Undergraduate and Postgraduate teaching
- Shows enthusiasm for teaching and simulation
Desirable
- Previous Simulation experience
Audit and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Primary FRCA or equivalent
- CCT
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates competence in Adult General Anaesthesia and Obstetric Anaesthesia
- Evidence of managing the Intensive Care Unit with remote supervision.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of Undergraduate and Postgraduate teaching
- Shows enthusiasm for teaching and simulation
Desirable
- Previous Simulation experience
Audit and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
