Job summary
Applications are invited for a Senior Fellow in Cardiac Anaesthesia and Intensive Care commencing November 2022.
This post is based in the Wessex Cardiac Centre, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. The unit is the third busiest UK cardiac centre with some of the lowest mortality rates. The ITU has 16 beds and there are 22 all day cardiac theatre lists per week.
This post combines clinical duties with an excellent teaching programme and research opportunities. The clinical component provides training in adult (and potentially paediatric) cardiac anaesthesia and adult cardiac intensive care and includes on-call cover for the adult cardiac intensive care unit. Southampton has a long established, successful fellowship in cardiothoracic anaesthesia and intensive care programme. There is formal consultant-led weekly teaching in cardiac anaesthesia, ITU and transoesophageal echocardiography.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
What youll do
- Work full time as a senior clinical fellow in cardiac anaesthesia and adult cardiac intensive care.
- Work flexibly with the consultants, other specialty doctors and senior clinical fellows to provide a full service to cardiac theatres and intensive care.
- Deliver anaesthesia under appropriate supervision to patients undergoing cardiac surgery or cardiology procedures.
- Participate in cover (including out of hours cover) for the cardiac ICU on an approximately 1 in 8 rota.
- Attend the educational and clinical governance opportunities offered by the department.
What were looking for
- An experienced doctor with advanced airway skills capable of providing specialist anaesthesia to cardiac patients in theatres, catheter labs and intensive care under appropriate supervision.
- A doctor who excels in team work, flexible working and who wants to develop their skills in cardiac anaesthesia and ITU.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary - MT04 £51,017 Basic Salary MT05 £58,398
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;
- Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
- Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
- A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on TBC
Job Reference: MT0902 - This vacancy closes on or before: Friday, 17th February 2023
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
What youll do
- Work full time as a senior clinical fellow in cardiac anaesthesia and adult cardiac intensive care.
- Work flexibly with the consultants, other specialty doctors and senior clinical fellows to provide a full service to cardiac theatres and intensive care.
- Deliver anaesthesia under appropriate supervision to patients undergoing cardiac surgery or cardiology procedures.
- Participate in cover (including out of hours cover) for the cardiac ICU on an approximately 1 in 8 rota.
- Attend the educational and clinical governance opportunities offered by the department.
What were looking for
- An experienced doctor with advanced airway skills capable of providing specialist anaesthesia to cardiac patients in theatres, catheter labs and intensive care under appropriate supervision.
- A doctor who excels in team work, flexible working and who wants to develop their skills in cardiac anaesthesia and ITU.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary - MT04 £51,017 Basic Salary MT05 £58,398
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;
- Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
- Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
- A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on TBC
Job Reference: MT0902 - This vacancy closes on or before: Friday, 17th February 2023
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- FRCA or equivalent
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Wide clinical experience in anaesthesia and intensive care
- Evidence of participation in audit/ quality improvement
Desirable
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Verbal/written communication
- Interest in cardiothoracic anaesthesia and cardiac intensive care
Desirable
Special Requirements of the post
Essential
- Full/partial shift work and weekend shifts
- Ability to cope with pressure/stress
- Patience, dependability, motivation, enthusiasm
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- FRCA or equivalent
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Wide clinical experience in anaesthesia and intensive care
- Evidence of participation in audit/ quality improvement
Desirable
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Verbal/written communication
- Interest in cardiothoracic anaesthesia and cardiac intensive care
Desirable
Special Requirements of the post
Essential
- Full/partial shift work and weekend shifts
- Ability to cope with pressure/stress
- Patience, dependability, motivation, enthusiasm
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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).
