Job summary
Trust
Doctor in Anaesthesia / Critical Care (fixed term commencing as soon as possible)
We
have an opportunity for a Trust Doctor post at CT2 and above level to work
within our Anaesthetic and Critical Care Teams.
The
post is ideally suited to those that have completed CT2 training and are
looking for additional skills and experience. It is envisaged you will gain a
portfolio of competences and experiences that will enhance your future career.
South Tyneside and Sunderland is a large Acute NHS Trust consisting of two main and two smaller hospital sites. The Anaesthetic Department provides a service for a wide range of surgical services including ENT/ OMFS, General and Bariatric Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Trauma and Orthopaedics and Urology.
There are 22 critical care beds within the Department with 16 of these in Sunderland Royal Hospital.
Contract end date - 01/02/2023
Main duties of the job
This post offers an exciting opportunity to further develop your skills and gain clinical experience, together with protected study leave time which can be tailored to your specific needs and offer development in leadership, management, audits and teaching. Clinical deployment will be in both anaesthesia and critical care, including participation in the critical care out of hours rota. There will be the ability to attend additional training courses both internal and external. The post is based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, one of our two main hospital sites.
The Department is large, dynamic and friendly with a strong emphasis on educational attainment and career development. There is an ongoing programme of audit and research with many opportunities to get involved.
You will have a designated Educational Supervisor during your appointment. Regular timetabled teaching sessions will take place.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide
critical care cover during daytime and overnight
- To
provide anaesthetic cover for elective theatre lists.
-
To support evening and overnight emergency
theatre cover.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide
critical care cover during daytime and overnight
- To
provide anaesthetic cover for elective theatre lists.
-
To support evening and overnight emergency
theatre cover.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Person Specification
Personal Skills
Essential
- Commitment to good team working and relationships
- Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME)
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Supportive and tolerant
- Caring attitude to patients
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of clinical audit
- Understanding of clinical governance and a readiness to accept and acknowledge the responsibilities it implies.
Desirable
- Evidence of research or innovative service developments
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC or within 3 months of full registration
- Current ALS training or equivalent
Desirable
Skills, Knowledge and aptitude
Essential
- Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
- Effective communication skills
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English
- Knows own professional/clinical limitations
- Ability to work with colleagues and fit in with current department.
Desirable
- IT skills
- Teaching skills
Clinical Speciality Skills
Essential
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate training*, at least 2 of which in relevant specialty OR equivalent experience and competencies
- Sound clinical knowledge and ability to apply in the workplace
- Experience in Intensive Care Medicine
- (*or equivalent gained part-time or flexible as set out in Schedule 1 of TCS for Specialty Doctors)
Desirable
- Additional competencies or qualifications
- Experience in regional anaesthesia
Special Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to respond to changing service needs
Person Specification
Personal Skills
Essential
- Commitment to good team working and relationships
- Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME)
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Supportive and tolerant
- Caring attitude to patients
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of clinical audit
- Understanding of clinical governance and a readiness to accept and acknowledge the responsibilities it implies.
Desirable
- Evidence of research or innovative service developments
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC or within 3 months of full registration
- Current ALS training or equivalent
Desirable
Skills, Knowledge and aptitude
Essential
- Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands
- Effective communication skills
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English
- Knows own professional/clinical limitations
- Ability to work with colleagues and fit in with current department.
Desirable
- IT skills
- Teaching skills
Clinical Speciality Skills
Essential
- Minimum 4 years postgraduate training*, at least 2 of which in relevant specialty OR equivalent experience and competencies
- Sound clinical knowledge and ability to apply in the workplace
- Experience in Intensive Care Medicine
- (*or equivalent gained part-time or flexible as set out in Schedule 1 of TCS for Specialty Doctors)
Desirable
- Additional competencies or qualifications
- Experience in regional anaesthesia
Special Requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to respond to changing service needs
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).
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