Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Consultant in Anaesthetics at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to join our dynamic and friendly team.
Daytime work will include theatre work and emergency' on call, you will join the consultant general non-resident on call rota, supporting the resident juniors and the middle grade who cover emergency theatres and obstetric services. Support in our new, state of the art Emergency Department whilst in Resus is expected.
As a successful applicant you will be joining an established team, comprising of Consultant Anaesthetists and Intensivists, Associate Specialists, Trust Specialty Doctors and F1- ST7 doctors in training.
The Critical Care & Anaesthetic Department incorporates Theatre Services, ITU, HDU, Department of Pain Management, and forms part of the Surgical Specialties Division.
Main duties of the job
Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments section on this page. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are, along with the criteria that are required for the role.
About us
Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A newly opened a hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, which include rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.
Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.
Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.
In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
To work flexibly to provide service between Anaesthesia and Critical Care
Work with the wider MDT team to maintain and improve patients pathways through our Division.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical record keeping using the Trusts electronic systems.
Play an active part in the training and supervision of medical staff in junior and non-training grades and the development of support staff, supporting and leading the delivery of education for trainee medical staff and medical students.
Participate effectively in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance.
Engage with requirements for Continuing Professional Development in accordance with guidelines set down by the Royal College of Anaesthetists.
Leadership, Management & Service Development
Undertake evaluation and monitoring of clinical practice incorporating evidence-based principles and suitable outcome measures.
Engage with the Divisional and Trust business planning processes and wider service development as required.
Work collaboratively with the Divisional Senior Team to take an active role in the management of the Department.
Work with colleagues to play a full part in developing and implementing new ways of working in line with modernisation principles that are fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
To work flexibly to provide service between Anaesthesia and Critical Care
Work with the wider MDT team to maintain and improve patients pathways through our Division.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical record keeping using the Trusts electronic systems.
Play an active part in the training and supervision of medical staff in junior and non-training grades and the development of support staff, supporting and leading the delivery of education for trainee medical staff and medical students.
Participate effectively in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance.
Engage with requirements for Continuing Professional Development in accordance with guidelines set down by the Royal College of Anaesthetists.
Leadership, Management & Service Development
Undertake evaluation and monitoring of clinical practice incorporating evidence-based principles and suitable outcome measures.
Engage with the Divisional and Trust business planning processes and wider service development as required.
Work collaboratively with the Divisional Senior Team to take an active role in the management of the Department.
Work with colleagues to play a full part in developing and implementing new ways of working in line with modernisation principles that are fit for the future.
Person Specification
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- FRCA or equivalent
- Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise. CCT (or equivalent) with entry on Specialist Register for Anaesthesia or within 6 months of anticipated CCT /CESR (CP) date at the time of interview
Desirable
- ALS, ATLS, APLS or other recognised life support course MOET, or equivalent, facilitator
- Membership of the Obstetric Anaesthetists' Association, or equivalent
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Wide general experience within the specialty. Evidence of experience within chosen area of special interest, to comprise at least 3 months post fellowship training in Obstetric Anaesthesia
- Evidence of ongoing CPD, audit and knowledge of Clinical Governance
- Understanding of management structure within the NHS
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS throughout the UK or abroad to facilitate a wide experience base
- Experience of teaching other health professionals
- Evidence of involvement in service development
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- communicate effectively with multiprofessional colleagues to ensure a professional relationship
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, and other staff groups
- Caring attitude towards the patient
Desirable
- Motivation skills, leadership skills and flexibility
FURTHER TRAINING
Essential
- Extensive experience in critical care medicine
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for patient care in wider scope of anaesthetic practice, including paediatric and obstetric patients
Desirable
- Skills / accreditation in bedside echocardiography and point of care ultrasound
- Experience / training in acute inpatient pain management
- Experience / training in anaesthetic pre-op assessment
SPECIAL SKILLS/APTITUDES
Essential
- Active consistent engagement with clinical audit / quality improvement
- Regular commitment to continuing and relevant medical education
- Clear understanding of NHS management structures
- Honesty and integrity
- High professional standards
- Excellent professional judgement
- Good organisational skills
- Commitment to team working
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Flexibility in a changing work environment
Desirable
- Implementing evidence-based change to improve patient care
- Evidence of leadership in anaesthesia/critical care
- Significant involvement in clinical research
- Presentations at regional and national meetings
OTHER FACTORS
Essential
- Quality/audit project experience
- Experience of participation in CPD
- Basic IT skills
- Organisational ability
- Reliability and punctuality
Desirable
- Previous experience of using online patient record system e.g., SystmOne
- Member of a medical indemnity organisation
Person Specification
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- FRCA or equivalent
- Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise. CCT (or equivalent) with entry on Specialist Register for Anaesthesia or within 6 months of anticipated CCT /CESR (CP) date at the time of interview
Desirable
- ALS, ATLS, APLS or other recognised life support course MOET, or equivalent, facilitator
- Membership of the Obstetric Anaesthetists' Association, or equivalent
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Wide general experience within the specialty. Evidence of experience within chosen area of special interest, to comprise at least 3 months post fellowship training in Obstetric Anaesthesia
- Evidence of ongoing CPD, audit and knowledge of Clinical Governance
- Understanding of management structure within the NHS
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS throughout the UK or abroad to facilitate a wide experience base
- Experience of teaching other health professionals
- Evidence of involvement in service development
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- communicate effectively with multiprofessional colleagues to ensure a professional relationship
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, and other staff groups
- Caring attitude towards the patient
Desirable
- Motivation skills, leadership skills and flexibility
FURTHER TRAINING
Essential
- Extensive experience in critical care medicine
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for patient care in wider scope of anaesthetic practice, including paediatric and obstetric patients
Desirable
- Skills / accreditation in bedside echocardiography and point of care ultrasound
- Experience / training in acute inpatient pain management
- Experience / training in anaesthetic pre-op assessment
SPECIAL SKILLS/APTITUDES
Essential
- Active consistent engagement with clinical audit / quality improvement
- Regular commitment to continuing and relevant medical education
- Clear understanding of NHS management structures
- Honesty and integrity
- High professional standards
- Excellent professional judgement
- Good organisational skills
- Commitment to team working
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Flexibility in a changing work environment
Desirable
- Implementing evidence-based change to improve patient care
- Evidence of leadership in anaesthesia/critical care
- Significant involvement in clinical research
- Presentations at regional and national meetings
OTHER FACTORS
Essential
- Quality/audit project experience
- Experience of participation in CPD
- Basic IT skills
- Organisational ability
- Reliability and punctuality
Desirable
- Previous experience of using online patient record system e.g., SystmOne
- Member of a medical indemnity organisation
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).
