Trust Doctor ST3+ in Renal Medicine

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

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Job summary

Trust Doctor in Renal Medicine - ST3+ Equivalent

Applications are invited for one posts of Trust Doctor (ST3+ Equivalent) in Renal Medicine at the Royal Cornwall Hospital.

This is a fixed-term 6-month contract, with an immediate start. HR support will be offered for the accommodation for applicants who do not already live in Cornwall. A good level of postgraduate NHS work experience would be an advantage.

The main role of the post is to support the renal team in delivering inpatients care on the renal wards. A degree of flexibility will be expected, depending on clinical workload in the different clinical areas under the renal team.

Applicants will be required to have experience of working within a medicine related specialty for a minimum period of 12 months.

Some previous experience with untunnelled line insertions (independent / supervised) and with outpatient clinics would be an asset. You will require current ALS (or equivalent) and will also be GMC registered with a licence to practice.

You will have access to study leave and the experience will be equivalent to a training post. You will be subject to the Terms and Conditions of the fixed-term posts within the Trust.

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target.

The post-holder must comply with all aspects of confidentiality, professional codes of conduct, the Royal Cornwall Hospitals' Trust Staff Charter and the NHS Managers' Code of Conduct.

Main duties of the job

Provision with colleagues of a service to the Royal Cornwall Hospitals' NHS Trust, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department.

Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences.

Any responsibility that relates to a special interest.

Professional supervision of other junior medical staff.

Responsibilities for carrying out teaching.

Participating in medical audit, the Trust's Clinical Governance processes and in continuing Professional Development.

Involvement in research (where applicable).

Where it is agreed between the parties, work on behalf of the Royal Cornwall Hospitals' NHS Trust such as domiciliary consultations, or services provided by the Trust for other agencies, for example, the prison service (This excludes work done under direct arrangements between an individual doctor and a third party e.g. Category Two).

A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels.

The post-holder must at all times carry out their duties with due regard to the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy. A responsibility to ensure that all colleagues and patients receive the same treatment, care and attention, regardless of race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, age, sexuality or disability.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

Date posted

18 September 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£43,923 to £63,152 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

156-MS-4000

Job locations

Treliske Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

  • Identity Checks
  • Professional registration and qualification checks
  • Employment history and reference checks
  • Work health assessments
  • Criminal record check standards
  • Right to work checks

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

  • We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
  • Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

  • Identity Checks
  • Professional registration and qualification checks
  • Employment history and reference checks
  • Work health assessments
  • Criminal record check standards
  • Right to work checks

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

  • We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
  • Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • MB ChB or equivalent medical qualification. ALS or equivalent.
  • Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
  • Has achieved appropriate level of core competencies in a medical Specialty (acute/general medicine, renal, respiratory, endocrine, gastro).
  • Has a working knowledge of NHS.
  • Full GMC registration with Licence to Practise

Desirable

  • Additional qualifications e.g. BSc, MSc, PhD or equivalent.
  • Previous experience in Renal medicine
  • Demonstration of educational reasons for applying for this post.
  • Demonstration of personal reasons for applying for this post.

Essential

Essential

  • Able to communicate effectively in written English.

Desirable

  • Evidence of communication skills.
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • MB ChB or equivalent medical qualification. ALS or equivalent.
  • Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
  • Has achieved appropriate level of core competencies in a medical Specialty (acute/general medicine, renal, respiratory, endocrine, gastro).
  • Has a working knowledge of NHS.
  • Full GMC registration with Licence to Practise

Desirable

  • Additional qualifications e.g. BSc, MSc, PhD or equivalent.
  • Previous experience in Renal medicine
  • Demonstration of educational reasons for applying for this post.
  • Demonstration of personal reasons for applying for this post.

Essential

Essential

  • Able to communicate effectively in written English.

Desirable

  • Evidence of communication skills.

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).

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.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Treliske Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Treliske Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ


Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant

Giorgio Gentile

giorgio.gentile@nhs.net

01872250000

Date posted

18 September 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£43,923 to £63,152 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

156-MS-4000

Job locations

Treliske Hospital

Truro

TR1 3LJ


Supporting documents

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