Job summary
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is the largest hospital in the Southwest Peninsula and the major trauma centre (MTC) for the South West of England within the Peninsula Trauma Network, providing comprehensive secondary and tertiary healthcare.
The Emergency Department (ED) currently sees more than 100,000 patients per year. The Peninsula is a largely rural region with very few centres with a large urban population. The overall population of the region is approximately 1.67million, which can increase by an extra 1 million people in the peak holiday season.
The ED facilities currently include a 7-bay resuscitation room (with co-located CT scanner), 21 majors cubicles, a separate ambulatory majors area, a minors area, a dedicated paediatric area, seminar room, break room, and offices. UHPT has secured £160m investment for a new state-of-the-art ED as part of the Future Hospitals Programme. These developments are underway and will include a large specific paediatric ED, a sizeable 11 bed resus and an entire Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC). We have also opened a new UTC co-located on the same hospital site this year.
There is an establishment of 35 consultants (approximately 27 WTE), 37 Middle tier doctors, with additional resident doctors, Advanced Clinical Practioners and Nurse Practitioners sharing the workload. There is an establishment of nursing staff, led by a matron, and supported by a variable number of Ministry of Defence nurses and MAs.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to enhance your personal portfolio whilst building a foundation in Emergency Medicine. We are offering substantial time within your contract to allow you to develop an interest in either education, Quality Improvement, ultrasound, major trauma, research, leadership, palliative care, education, simulation, Global Health and others depending on what interests you at your stage of career.
The post is a split post comprising 75% clinical work and 25% to work on non-clinical projects. The non-clinical time (25%) will be converted from day shift hours, with the 75% clinical time consisting of the remaining in hours and the out of hours component of the rota. Details of the area of interest to develop and time allocated to this activity will be discussed at interview and monitored by your supervisor.
The post holder will work as part of the junior tier (CT1 / CT2 level) and will take part in a full shift rota pattern. The pattern of work is compliant with the European Working Time Directive. There are senior doctors on the shop-floor throughout the 24 hour period to provide support.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Primary Duties/Areas of Responsibility
Role Requirements
The level of responsibility will be SHO grade depending on previous experience, however the exact level of responsibility will depend on the previous experience of the doctor. Typical duties may include:
- Resuscitation and initial management of emergency cases in a team.
- Management of adult and paediatric patients presenting to the ED.
- Admission of patients to inpatient teams for further management.
- Discharge of patients home with appropriate safety-netting.
During the post, you will gain experience in the initial assessment and management of a wide variety of conditions ranging from life-threatening emergencies to minor problems. You should gain experience in major trauma injuries and emergency management of acute illness, including psychiatric illness and gynaecological emergencies. You will also become experienced in practical procedures including fracture and dislocation manipulation.
Study leave time will be available for relevant educational activities the entitlement will be at the discretion of the clinical / rota manager.
Managerial and Leadership
The post holder will be professionally accountable to the Consultant of the Day and managerially accountable to the Service Line Director for Emergency Services.
Duration
12 months fixed term; however, there is scope to extend this beyond the initial fixed term.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Primary Duties/Areas of Responsibility
Role Requirements
The level of responsibility will be SHO grade depending on previous experience, however the exact level of responsibility will depend on the previous experience of the doctor. Typical duties may include:
- Resuscitation and initial management of emergency cases in a team.
- Management of adult and paediatric patients presenting to the ED.
- Admission of patients to inpatient teams for further management.
- Discharge of patients home with appropriate safety-netting.
During the post, you will gain experience in the initial assessment and management of a wide variety of conditions ranging from life-threatening emergencies to minor problems. You should gain experience in major trauma injuries and emergency management of acute illness, including psychiatric illness and gynaecological emergencies. You will also become experienced in practical procedures including fracture and dislocation manipulation.
Study leave time will be available for relevant educational activities the entitlement will be at the discretion of the clinical / rota manager.
Managerial and Leadership
The post holder will be professionally accountable to the Consultant of the Day and managerially accountable to the Service Line Director for Emergency Services.
Duration
12 months fixed term; however, there is scope to extend this beyond the initial fixed term.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Further medical qualifications
Eligibility
Essential
- Holds GMC Licence to Practice at time of application
- Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with GMC Standards / Good Medical Practice
- 1 year post Foundation Year 2 equivalent experience
Desirable
- 4 months of emergency medicine experience within a developed emergency medicine system
- Previous UK/NHS experience
- Experience of teaching undergraduates, such as small groups or clinical skills.
Language
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Fitness to Practice
Essential
- Is up to date with professional development and fit to practice safely
Teaching
Essential
- A genuine enthusiasm and interest in medical education.
Desirable
- Knowledge of UK medical schools curricula.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Further medical qualifications
Eligibility
Essential
- Holds GMC Licence to Practice at time of application
- Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with GMC Standards / Good Medical Practice
- 1 year post Foundation Year 2 equivalent experience
Desirable
- 4 months of emergency medicine experience within a developed emergency medicine system
- Previous UK/NHS experience
- Experience of teaching undergraduates, such as small groups or clinical skills.
Language
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Fitness to Practice
Essential
- Is up to date with professional development and fit to practice safely
Teaching
Essential
- A genuine enthusiasm and interest in medical education.
Desirable
- Knowledge of UK medical schools curricula.
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).
