Job summary
A unique and exciting opportunity has been created for an experienced and proactive Cardiothoracic Anaesthetist at the UHNM Heart Centre (incorporating Thoracic Surgery). UHNM Cardiothoracic Surgery serves both local and regional patients, providing the highest standards of anaesthetic care for leading edge procedures, including Mitra Clip, Minimal Invasive Cardiac Bypass Surgery and TAVI. The successful applicant will join a team of 11 Cardiothoracic Anaesthetists, working within the integrated cardiac services, which includes: Cardiothoracic Critical Care, Cardiothoracic Surgery, and a comprehensive Cardiology Department. The service is continuing to expand and the ideal candidate will be focused on providing the highest possible standard of patient care and contributing to service growth, development and innovation.
Main duties of the job
Applicants must have full registration with the GMC including a License to Practice, and be on the Specialist Register (or be within six months of obtaining their Certificate of Completion of Training) and should be proficient in all aspects of adult cardiothoracic anaesthesia and critical care.
About us
The University Hospital of North Midlands is a great place to work. We employ more than 7,000 staff in Staffordshire, making us a major employer in Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding areas. The hospital provides tertiary Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery services for over three million people across Staffordshire, Shropshire, Derbyshire and South Cheshire, as well as secondary care cardiology for the local population. The service is undergoing substantial expansion and you will join a strong team of (over 40) existing Consultants in the Heart Centre.The centre has a successful programme of interventional research with a growing cardiovascular academic unit with two professors, is active in national and international educational events, and has strong links with Keele University. There will be opportunities to participate in the research programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and main responsibilities can be found within the job pack attached under supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and main responsibilities can be found within the job pack attached under supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCA or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry via ? CCT within 6 months of date of the AAC ? CESR
Desirable
- Other higher degree (PhD, Masters)
Clinical Experience & Training
Essential
- Experience working as a Fellow or an Advanced Trainee in CT Anaesthesia
- Independent TOE skills
Desirable
- TOE certification
- Postgraduate qualification in medical education
- Experience of undergraduate teaching and supervision
- Experience of clinical supervision and mentorship
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working
Essential
Desirable
- Peer reviewed publications
- Evidence of continuing research
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCA or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry via ? CCT within 6 months of date of the AAC ? CESR
Desirable
- Other higher degree (PhD, Masters)
Clinical Experience & Training
Essential
- Experience working as a Fellow or an Advanced Trainee in CT Anaesthesia
- Independent TOE skills
Desirable
- TOE certification
- Postgraduate qualification in medical education
- Experience of undergraduate teaching and supervision
- Experience of clinical supervision and mentorship
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working
Essential
Desirable
- Peer reviewed publications
- Evidence of continuing research
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
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
University Hospitals North Midlands
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
