Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Consultant in Vascular at UHNM.
This is a substantive full time post in Vascular and you will work together in conjunction with 9 Vascular Consultant Colleagues; the post holder will provide a comprehensive Vascular service to UHNM .
The Vascular department sits within the directorate of General Surgery and is part of a Major Trauma Centre that serves the population of Staffordshire, Shropshire, South Cheshire and North Wales.
The Directorate has a reputation for being very busy and committed to providing a comprehensive servicewhich encompasses the Staffordshire and South Cheshire Vascular Network.
The Vascular Team provides a comprehensive service to a population of 1.5 million across the county of Staffordshire, including South Cheshire under the care of South Cheshire and Vale Royal CCGs. This area is also covered by the UHNM based Staffordshire & South Cheshire AAA screening programme which was established in 2012.
Main duties of the job
As part of this role there will be a requirement to undertake a shared part in the provision of the on-call Surgical Vascular Service, currently 1:10 out of hours, ensuring that arrangements are in place for staff to contact you in emergency situations and to remain with 30 minutes travelling time when on call. All 10 surgeons also take daytime emergencies for a week at a time on a 1:10 basis as the vascular surgeon of the week on call. Consultant Vascular surgeons are free from elective commitments when on call and are supported by junior doctors (SpRs, CTs and F1s) and vascular clinical nurse specialists.
You will be expected to work with local managers and professional colleagues in the efficient running of services and will share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to the management of the service.
About us
In addition to renal and dialysis services our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and main responsibilities are within the attached job description attached under supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and main responsibilities are within the attached job description attached under supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- FRCS or equivalent
- Entry on Specialist Register in Vascular Surgery or in U.K. training scheme and within 6 months of award of CCST at time of interview
- Success in Intercollegiate specialty examination or overseas equivalent or specialty accreditation if acquired prior to introduction of such examinations
- Entry on Specialist Register in Vascular Surgery via CESR
Desirable
- Successful completion of specialist Vascular Fellowship
- MD or other Higher Degree
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in Vascular Surgery
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems both emergency and elective within specialty
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Endovenous work and vascular access procedures
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
Desirable
- Experience of Audit management
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates
Management and Administrative Experience
Desirable
- Experience of Audit management
Academic Achievements, Research, Publications
Essential
- Proven research ability including publications in refereed journals
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- FRCS or equivalent
- Entry on Specialist Register in Vascular Surgery or in U.K. training scheme and within 6 months of award of CCST at time of interview
- Success in Intercollegiate specialty examination or overseas equivalent or specialty accreditation if acquired prior to introduction of such examinations
- Entry on Specialist Register in Vascular Surgery via CESR
Desirable
- Successful completion of specialist Vascular Fellowship
- MD or other Higher Degree
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in Vascular Surgery
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems both emergency and elective within specialty
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Endovenous work and vascular access procedures
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
Desirable
- Experience of Audit management
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates
Management and Administrative Experience
Desirable
- Experience of Audit management
Academic Achievements, Research, Publications
Essential
- Proven research ability including publications in refereed journals
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
Royal Stoke and County Hospitals
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
