Job summary
To provide senior medical leadership in the Acute Medicine Department, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all categories of patients and the proper functioning of the Department.
The post holder will gain a wide range of experience in all aspects of work within the Acute Medicine Department. They will be expected to work as a middle grade doctor covering all clinical areas of the Department. There will be a Consultant available for advice/supervision at all times. During this time the post holder will work primarily in the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and in the Ambulatory units (AEC / MRU) as well as providing support as needed on the Short Stay Unit. A tailored rotation will also include work on both sites of the Trust offering experience in a District General Hospital Environment at County Hospital and in addition to the tertiary centre environment offered by the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
Participation in out of hours / on call work is expected on a pro-rota basis and will be re numerated according to the terms and conditions set out in this contract.
There will be a Consultant available for advice/supervision at all times.
Supporting professional activities: There is time specifically set aside for academic work education, audit and management development - this will form 1 session per week.
Main duties of the job
To provide senior medical leadership in the Acute Medicine Department, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis andtreatment of all categories of patients and the proper functioning of the department.
For the full breakdown of duties please see the attached job description.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide senior medical leadership in the Acute Medicine Department, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all categories of patients and the proper functioning of the Department.
The post holder will gain a wide range of experience in all aspects of work within the Acute Medicine Department. They will be expected to work as a middle grade doctor covering all clinical areas of the Department. There will be a Consultant available for advice/supervision at all times. During this time the post holder will work primarily in the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and in the Ambulatory units (AEC / MRU) as well as providing support as needed on the Short Stay Unit. A tailored rotation will also include work on both sites of the Trust offering experience in a District General Hospital Environment at County Hospital and in addition to the tertiary centre environment offered by the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
Participation in out of hours / on call work is expected on a pro-rota basis and will be re numerated according to the terms and conditions set out in this contract.
There will be a Consultant available for advice/supervision at all times.
Supporting professional activities: There is time specifically set aside for academic work education, audit and management development this will form 1 session per week.
Career support: the post holder will be allocated a Mentor/Clinical supervisor from amongst the Consultant body and there is a robust system of appraisal.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide senior medical leadership in the Acute Medicine Department, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all categories of patients and the proper functioning of the Department.
The post holder will gain a wide range of experience in all aspects of work within the Acute Medicine Department. They will be expected to work as a middle grade doctor covering all clinical areas of the Department. There will be a Consultant available for advice/supervision at all times. During this time the post holder will work primarily in the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and in the Ambulatory units (AEC / MRU) as well as providing support as needed on the Short Stay Unit. A tailored rotation will also include work on both sites of the Trust offering experience in a District General Hospital Environment at County Hospital and in addition to the tertiary centre environment offered by the Royal Stoke University Hospital.
Participation in out of hours / on call work is expected on a pro-rota basis and will be re numerated according to the terms and conditions set out in this contract.
There will be a Consultant available for advice/supervision at all times.
Supporting professional activities: There is time specifically set aside for academic work education, audit and management development this will form 1 session per week.
Career support: the post holder will be allocated a Mentor/Clinical supervisor from amongst the Consultant body and there is a robust system of appraisal.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- ALS certification
- MRCP part 1 or equivalent
Desirable
- Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
- Commitment to obtaining a higher qualification
- MRCP
Clinical Experience
Essential
- 4 years postgraduate training (at least two years will need to have included Acute Medicine commitments)
- At least 12 months experience at middle grade level in Medicine in the NHS or equivalent
- Evidence of safe, sound clinical practices
- Experience of teaching medical students and Foundation trainees/SHO
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Experience teaching clinical skills
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Experience in audit
- Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively
- Competence in safely and independently performing lumbar punctures, ascitic drains and pleural aspirations
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals
- Competence in safely and independently inserting Seldinger chest drains
- Good standard of written and verbal English
Desirable
- Competence in safely and independently inserting central venous lines
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Evidence of continued professional updating
- Highly motivated individual with flexible approach
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration
- ALS certification
- MRCP part 1 or equivalent
Desirable
- Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
- Commitment to obtaining a higher qualification
- MRCP
Clinical Experience
Essential
- 4 years postgraduate training (at least two years will need to have included Acute Medicine commitments)
- At least 12 months experience at middle grade level in Medicine in the NHS or equivalent
- Evidence of safe, sound clinical practices
- Experience of teaching medical students and Foundation trainees/SHO
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Experience teaching clinical skills
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Experience in audit
- Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively
- Competence in safely and independently performing lumbar punctures, ascitic drains and pleural aspirations
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals
- Competence in safely and independently inserting Seldinger chest drains
- Good standard of written and verbal English
Desirable
- Competence in safely and independently inserting central venous lines
Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Evidence of continued professional updating
- Highly motivated individual with flexible approach
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).
