Job summary
Interested in living and working near London?
Want to combine emergency medicine with regular developmental time in other specialties?
We are looking for a doctor with at least 2 years postgraduate experience to work and train as a Junior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine.
The post is available from the beginning of August 2023.
The post will be based at the ED of the Princess Royal University Hospital which is a designated Trauma Unit and Hyper-acute Stroke Centre.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic emergency workforce treating a wide spectrum of emergency medicine presentations. This is a great opportunity to broaden your experience while working in a friendly and supportive environment.
Main duties of the job
The primary duties of the post are to see new patients within the Emergency Department, with ready access to supervision from more senior staff and dedicated teaching opportunities.
The ED consultant team provides clinical supervision and care delivery 16 hours per day, 7 days a week. They also have varied special interests including trauma, frailty, disaster medicine, education, public health, global health and pre-hospital care.
There is a strong training culture incorporating lecture-room teaching and clinical supervision, opportunities to attend relevant clinics and courses, and full immersion simulation sessions.
The rota has built in secondment time every 6th week for personal learning and development. Specialties include Paediatrics, Cardiology, Stroke Medicine, Medical Education etc.
There are also opportunities for flexible working and career progression to a more senior grade.
The post holders will work up to 48 hours per week (including night shifts and weekend duties). Accommodation may be available.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The primary duties of the post are to see new patients within the Emergency Department, with ready access to supervision from more senior staff.
Teaching and Audit
- There is a regular ED training programme facilitating each doctor to acquire the knowledge and skills required in emergency medicine. This includes lecture-room teaching, clinical supervision, attendance at relevant clinics and courses, and full immersion simulation sessions. Special focus is given towards the passing of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine examinations.
- Involvement in a clinical audit project will be expected
- Study leave can usually be arranged, provided sufficient notice is given, for educational activities relevant to emergency medicine. Relevant study-leave includes life-support courses, other emergency medicine courses, and preparation for exams.
- Funding is available for educational activities such as the courses outlined above.
Continuing Professional Development
- There will be regular appraisals and mentoring with an engaged and motivated Emergency Medicine Consultant.
- The post holder will be expected to give time and attention to acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary for work in the Emergency Department.
- If required, support will be provided to obtain the Alternative Certificate of Foundation competence.
THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
In conjunction with the urgent care centre, the Emergency Department at the Princess Royal University Hospital sees 105,000 patients per year. The range of problems managed covers the breadth of emergency medicine with a large proportion of the workload being acute medical and general surgical emergencies. The ED has an excellent reputation for acute care management, training and junior doctor supervision.
Special ED interests include initiation of NIV in the ED, Severe Sepsis Care, Hyper-Acute Stroke Management and ED ultrasound.
The Emergency Department CDU admits patients under ED for various clinical pathways including Trauma, toxicology, chest pain and other observational cases.
Emergency Medicine specific training is well catered for with protected time for teaching and local ED resources for education. We also have close links with an internationally recognised ED course centre, delivering MRCEM, Ultrasound and Radiology courses (www.bromleyemergency.com/)
Medical Staffing
Consultants 14
Associate Specialists 2
ST4-6 4
ST3 6
Specialty Doctor/SCF 9
JCF 13
GPVTS 4
ACCS CT1 1
F2s 18
Facilities
4 bay resuscitation area with full critical care monitoring for adults and children
Majors area - 25 cubicles
Paediatric Unit 7 cubicles
Sub-acute area 3 cubicles
Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) 9 beds + seating area
Co-located Urgent Care Centre
Dedicated Emergency Department x-ray facilities are adjacent to the department with CT scanning and on-site MRI easily available.
The Local Area
The hospital is based in a leafy suburban town of Orpington, a highly sought after location due to its close proximity to many well-regarded schools in addition to restaurants and local markets. It is minutes away from Bromley which has extensive retail and leisure facilities.
The hospital is also close to Bromley South and Orpington train stations, with fast, regular connections to central London (18 minutes).
The south coast, Eurostar International train station and Gatwick International airport are also within easy reach.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The primary duties of the post are to see new patients within the Emergency Department, with ready access to supervision from more senior staff.
Teaching and Audit
- There is a regular ED training programme facilitating each doctor to acquire the knowledge and skills required in emergency medicine. This includes lecture-room teaching, clinical supervision, attendance at relevant clinics and courses, and full immersion simulation sessions. Special focus is given towards the passing of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine examinations.
- Involvement in a clinical audit project will be expected
- Study leave can usually be arranged, provided sufficient notice is given, for educational activities relevant to emergency medicine. Relevant study-leave includes life-support courses, other emergency medicine courses, and preparation for exams.
- Funding is available for educational activities such as the courses outlined above.
Continuing Professional Development
- There will be regular appraisals and mentoring with an engaged and motivated Emergency Medicine Consultant.
- The post holder will be expected to give time and attention to acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary for work in the Emergency Department.
- If required, support will be provided to obtain the Alternative Certificate of Foundation competence.
THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
In conjunction with the urgent care centre, the Emergency Department at the Princess Royal University Hospital sees 105,000 patients per year. The range of problems managed covers the breadth of emergency medicine with a large proportion of the workload being acute medical and general surgical emergencies. The ED has an excellent reputation for acute care management, training and junior doctor supervision.
Special ED interests include initiation of NIV in the ED, Severe Sepsis Care, Hyper-Acute Stroke Management and ED ultrasound.
The Emergency Department CDU admits patients under ED for various clinical pathways including Trauma, toxicology, chest pain and other observational cases.
Emergency Medicine specific training is well catered for with protected time for teaching and local ED resources for education. We also have close links with an internationally recognised ED course centre, delivering MRCEM, Ultrasound and Radiology courses (www.bromleyemergency.com/)
Medical Staffing
Consultants 14
Associate Specialists 2
ST4-6 4
ST3 6
Specialty Doctor/SCF 9
JCF 13
GPVTS 4
ACCS CT1 1
F2s 18
Facilities
4 bay resuscitation area with full critical care monitoring for adults and children
Majors area - 25 cubicles
Paediatric Unit 7 cubicles
Sub-acute area 3 cubicles
Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) 9 beds + seating area
Co-located Urgent Care Centre
Dedicated Emergency Department x-ray facilities are adjacent to the department with CT scanning and on-site MRI easily available.
The Local Area
The hospital is based in a leafy suburban town of Orpington, a highly sought after location due to its close proximity to many well-regarded schools in addition to restaurants and local markets. It is minutes away from Bromley which has extensive retail and leisure facilities.
The hospital is also close to Bromley South and Orpington train stations, with fast, regular connections to central London (18 minutes).
The south coast, Eurostar International train station and Gatwick International airport are also within easy reach.
Person Specification
GMC registration
Essential
Desirable
- Life support courses, EM exams, EM experience (ALS, APLS, ATLS, MRCEM)
2 year post qualification work
Essential
- 2 year post qualification work in acute or emergency specialties
Person Specification
GMC registration
Essential
Desirable
- Life support courses, EM exams, EM experience (ALS, APLS, ATLS, MRCEM)
2 year post qualification work
Essential
- 2 year post qualification work in acute or emergency specialties
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).
