Job summary
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke, major trauma and emergency department.
King's is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres (AHSC's), King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designated AHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university - King's College London - and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: King's College Hospital, Guy's and St Thomas', and South London and Maudsley
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated workforce and join one of the largest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputation for innovation and the desire to make a difference.
Main duties of the job
As a Locum Consultant in Critical Care, you will work within the multi-disciplinary team providing and further developing care for critically ill patients and developing Critical Care services across Denmark Hill and PRUH site.
Major areas of King's Critical Care (Denmark Hill and PRUH) include Medical, Surgical, Liver Cardiac and Neurosciences together with aspects of Trauma, Resuscitation, and the iMobile outreach service. It is envisaged that the appointee will contribute to the development and delivery of aspects of these services depending upon their interests and experience.
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 Reachis 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
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice to be eligible for interview to the Locum Consultant in Critical Care role. Be on the Specialist Register is desirable although you would need to demonstrate via which pathway you would achieve registration (e.g. clear pathway to submission of CESR application within coming 6 months), or be within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent.
The post holder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years), therefore 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice to be eligible for interview to the Locum Consultant in Critical Care role. Be on the Specialist Register is desirable although you would need to demonstrate via which pathway you would achieve registration (e.g. clear pathway to submission of CESR application within coming 6 months), or be within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent.
The post holder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years), therefore 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification.
- FFICM or equivalent
- Full Registration with GMC.
Desirable
- European or UK Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine.
- FRCA or MRCP or equivalent.
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
- Name on Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment or within six months of the expected date of CCT (or equivalent) on the day of interview (either solely or as dual and joint CCT with a partner specialty) as well as clear pathway to submission of CESR application within coming 6 months
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of critical care, including the management of Poly-trauma, Acute Neurology, Neurosurgical and Cardiothoracic emergencies, Cardiology and Haematological malignancy.
- Recognition or equivalence for training at Advanced Level in Intensive Care Medicine or equivalent.
- ALS accredited.
- Practical skill set as appropriate for CC medicine (bronchoscopy, tracheostomy, echocardiography etc.).
Desirable
- ALS, ATLS and/or APLS accredited.
- Management of Difficult Airway
- Experience with NAVA
- Experience with ECMO.
- FUSIC and FICE accredited
Admin & Management
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of Critical Care Services in a busy Teaching Hospital.
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience of development of clinical guidelines.
Desirable
- Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
- Management course and/or qualification.
Research and Audit
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
- Must have undertaken, completed and supervised audit projects and able to demonstrate ability to lead change
- Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
Desirable
- Organisation of Audit/Journal Clubs and Morbidity & Mortality Meetings.
- Publication of relevant peer review articles or case reports.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation.
Desirable
- Teaching skills course/qualification.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification.
- FFICM or equivalent
- Full Registration with GMC.
Desirable
- European or UK Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine.
- FRCA or MRCP or equivalent.
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
- Name on Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment or within six months of the expected date of CCT (or equivalent) on the day of interview (either solely or as dual and joint CCT with a partner specialty) as well as clear pathway to submission of CESR application within coming 6 months
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of critical care, including the management of Poly-trauma, Acute Neurology, Neurosurgical and Cardiothoracic emergencies, Cardiology and Haematological malignancy.
- Recognition or equivalence for training at Advanced Level in Intensive Care Medicine or equivalent.
- ALS accredited.
- Practical skill set as appropriate for CC medicine (bronchoscopy, tracheostomy, echocardiography etc.).
Desirable
- ALS, ATLS and/or APLS accredited.
- Management of Difficult Airway
- Experience with NAVA
- Experience with ECMO.
- FUSIC and FICE accredited
Admin & Management
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of Critical Care Services in a busy Teaching Hospital.
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience of development of clinical guidelines.
Desirable
- Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
- Management course and/or qualification.
Research and Audit
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
- Must have undertaken, completed and supervised audit projects and able to demonstrate ability to lead change
- Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
Desirable
- Organisation of Audit/Journal Clubs and Morbidity & Mortality Meetings.
- Publication of relevant peer review articles or case reports.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation.
Desirable
- Teaching skills course/qualification.
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
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Denmark Hill and Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH)
London
SE5 9RS
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
