Job summary
We have a vacancy for Trust grade doctors in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care at University Hospitals Dorset to support the continuing expansion of service. This is an ideal opportunity for an anaesthetist with 3 or more years' experience to consolidate their expertise with an on-going commitment to career development and education. The successful applicant will provide critical care cover and anaesthetic theatre work both in and out of normal working hours, with onsite and distant supervision by a Consultant Anaesthetist/Intensivist.
As a department we are proud to have received Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation (ACSA) from the Royal College of Anaesthetists after an extensive Peer review in recognition of our commitment to quality and patient care.
We have the opportunity for an enviable work life balance with miles of sandy beaches and a large natural harbour on our doorstep, as well as easy access to the Purbecks, New Forest and beautiful Dorset countryside.
Main duties of the job
To provide resident cover for the Critical Unit in office hours; as well as shifts of cover with non-resident supervision by a Consultant Intensivist out of hours. Additionally he/she/them will provide anaesthesia during daytime hours for the surgical and interventional specialties within the Trust, again with indirect (onsite) supervision from Consultants.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
About us
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Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake advanced clinical assessment of the patient to diagnose medical/surgical conditions and initiate treatment.
- Works autonomously in recognised situations, including operating theatres
- Where appropriate, provide anaesthetic services under distant supervision
- Utilises professional judgement in managing complex and unpredictable care events.
- To develop and maintain effective communication with the patient, relatives and MDT where required
- Use advanced communication skills to impart sensitive, complex and potentially distressing information to patients and carers.
- To provide accurate and effective clinical handovers across all professional boundaries
- Make and receive patient referrals to/from other medical specialities.
- Solo transfers of patients both intra and inter hospital where applicable
- Documents in medical notes, history, clinical findings, physical examination, interpretation and plan of care.
- Undertakes daily reviews of critical care patients and formulates and discusses plans on Consultant ward rounds.
- To actively support the discharge planning process of patients.
- Recognises own limitations and effectively seeks appropriate help.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake advanced clinical assessment of the patient to diagnose medical/surgical conditions and initiate treatment.
- Works autonomously in recognised situations, including operating theatres
- Where appropriate, provide anaesthetic services under distant supervision
- Utilises professional judgement in managing complex and unpredictable care events.
- To develop and maintain effective communication with the patient, relatives and MDT where required
- Use advanced communication skills to impart sensitive, complex and potentially distressing information to patients and carers.
- To provide accurate and effective clinical handovers across all professional boundaries
- Make and receive patient referrals to/from other medical specialities.
- Solo transfers of patients both intra and inter hospital where applicable
- Documents in medical notes, history, clinical findings, physical examination, interpretation and plan of care.
- Undertakes daily reviews of critical care patients and formulates and discusses plans on Consultant ward rounds.
- To actively support the discharge planning process of patients.
- Recognises own limitations and effectively seeks appropriate help.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised basic Medical Degree
- GMC Registration
- 3 years' experience in the speciality at Senior House Officer/Core Training level or higher or its equivalence
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in Anaesthesia or equivalent
- Part 1 FRCA or equivalent.Final FRCA or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required to enter UK Anaesthesia Speciality Training.
- Ability to deliver anaesthesia care for (with distance supervision) of ASA 1&2 cases.
- Clinical training and experience to act as Critical Care Unit resident doctor with non-resident Consultant Supervision.
- Medical Knowledge
- Ability to perform within a multidisciplinary team.
- All round general experience in anaesthesia, obstetric anaesthesia and intensive care
- An understanding of the NHS management structure and clinical governance
- Willing to work as part of a team and share management and administrative responsibility.
Desirable
- Completion of equivalent of SHO/CT2 level competency based programme.
- Evidence of involvement in research projects and presentation at professional meetings and an understanding of the research process.
Technical skills and competenices
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required to enter UK Anaesthesia Speciality Training.
- Ability to deliver anaesthesia care for (with distance supervision) of ASA 1&2 cases.
- Clinical training and experience to act as Critical Care Unit resident doctor with non-resident Consultant Supervision.
- Sound general medical knowledge.
- Ability to perform within a multidisciplinary team.
Other requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable interest in risk management and patient safety.
- Evidence of interest in preoperative care with aim of optimising patient pathway.
- Evidence of interest in quality assurance and improvement.
- Understands the principles of medical audit and research
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Honesty and reliability
- Good organisational skills and time management
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Resilience and remain calm under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised basic Medical Degree
- GMC Registration
- 3 years' experience in the speciality at Senior House Officer/Core Training level or higher or its equivalence
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in Anaesthesia or equivalent
- Part 1 FRCA or equivalent.Final FRCA or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required to enter UK Anaesthesia Speciality Training.
- Ability to deliver anaesthesia care for (with distance supervision) of ASA 1&2 cases.
- Clinical training and experience to act as Critical Care Unit resident doctor with non-resident Consultant Supervision.
- Medical Knowledge
- Ability to perform within a multidisciplinary team.
- All round general experience in anaesthesia, obstetric anaesthesia and intensive care
- An understanding of the NHS management structure and clinical governance
- Willing to work as part of a team and share management and administrative responsibility.
Desirable
- Completion of equivalent of SHO/CT2 level competency based programme.
- Evidence of involvement in research projects and presentation at professional meetings and an understanding of the research process.
Technical skills and competenices
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required to enter UK Anaesthesia Speciality Training.
- Ability to deliver anaesthesia care for (with distance supervision) of ASA 1&2 cases.
- Clinical training and experience to act as Critical Care Unit resident doctor with non-resident Consultant Supervision.
- Sound general medical knowledge.
- Ability to perform within a multidisciplinary team.
Other requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable interest in risk management and patient safety.
- Evidence of interest in preoperative care with aim of optimising patient pathway.
- Evidence of interest in quality assurance and improvement.
- Understands the principles of medical audit and research
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Honesty and reliability
- Good organisational skills and time management
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Resilience and remain calm under pressure
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
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).
