Job summary
The Emergency Department at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Ultrasound based Junior Clinical Fellow within the Emergency Department. The term is initially for a 12-month period but can be extended if mutually agreed and the position involves working a shift pattern.
This post will provide the opportunity for the candidate to train in Emergency Ultrasound, including Paediatric Emergency Ultrasound. Thecandidate will have 80% time working in ED and 20% Ultrasound. The candidate will be expected to engage in continuing professional development, teaching, audit, and administrative duties.
Applicants must have full GMC registration with a license to practice and shall have completed a two year foundation program or equivalent.
Main duties of the job
Within EDo Maintain professional responsibility for patients coming to the ED by provision of safe, timely, high quality care to patientso Keep patients (and/or their carers if appropriate) informed about their condition and involve them in any decision-making about their treatmento Undertake different roles within the department as requiredo Be responsible for the keeping of records and the provision of reports, the proper delegation of tasks and maintaining skills and knowledge.o Participate in teaching programs within the departmento Maintain professional standards and comply in particular with the GMC's guidance on 'Good Medical Practice' as amended or substituted from time to timeClinical Governanceo Be proactive in the Clinical Governance agenda for the department. This includes participation in audit and quality improvement projects,guidelines/pathways, professional development, appraisal and risk management as well as attending Clinical Governance meetingsPersonal Developmento Maintain the Trusts PRIDE Valueso Participate in Continuing Professional Development and appraisalo To undergo regular revalidation as set out by the GMC
About us
Norfolk & Norwich University HospitalThe Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH) is one of the busiest teaching trusts in England. We serve almost 1 million people across Norfolk, North Suffolk and surrounding areas for specialist services.
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is located on the Norwich Research Park and serves the population of Norfolk, North Suffolk, and further afield for specialist services. It opened in 2001 and is a 1,200 bed teaching hospital with state-of-the-art facilities. We provide a wide range of secondary and tertiary services, including Accident and Emergency. The trust will be commemorating 250 years of a hospital in Norwich in 2021.
Cromer HospitalCromer and District Hospital is located in Cromer on the North Norfolk coast and serves the North Norfolk population. It was redeveloped in 2012 to replace the 1930s-founded hospital. We provide a wide range of consultant-led outpatient services, day-case operations and a Minor Injuries Unit (MIU). The Trust commemorated 150 years of a hospital in Cromer in 2017/18.
Our vision is to 'provide every patient with the care we want for those we love the most'
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description for the full details of the post and the Person Specification.
Full GMC with licence to practise is required on application
The appointment it to the Trust, not to specific hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description for the full details of the post and the Person Specification.
Full GMC with licence to practise is required on application
The appointment it to the Trust, not to specific hospitals.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Register with license to practice
- ALS
Desirable
- ATLS/APLS or equivalent
- Level 1 Ultrasound provider
Aptitudes
Essential
- Capable of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Enthusiasm for service development and teaching
- Ability to adapt and deal with changing circumstances
- Ability to cope in a pressured environment
- Know the limits of own competence and when to ask for assistance appropriately
- Works on own initiative
Desirable
- Previous responsibility for service improvement
- Management skills
Experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation training (or equivalent)
- General medical procedures and skills appropriate to the grade
- Experience working in the NHS
Desirable
- Previous experience in Emergency Medicine
- Previous experience in Paediatrics
- Interest in undertaking an OOPTE in PoCUS and developing a specialist interest in PoCUS
Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible outlook on working hours
- Ability to work in a high-speed, high-pressured environment
Communications and Languange Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Communicates well with all staff
- Good team worker
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Register with license to practice
- ALS
Desirable
- ATLS/APLS or equivalent
- Level 1 Ultrasound provider
Aptitudes
Essential
- Capable of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Enthusiasm for service development and teaching
- Ability to adapt and deal with changing circumstances
- Ability to cope in a pressured environment
- Know the limits of own competence and when to ask for assistance appropriately
- Works on own initiative
Desirable
- Previous responsibility for service improvement
- Management skills
Experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation training (or equivalent)
- General medical procedures and skills appropriate to the grade
- Experience working in the NHS
Desirable
- Previous experience in Emergency Medicine
- Previous experience in Paediatrics
- Interest in undertaking an OOPTE in PoCUS and developing a specialist interest in PoCUS
Circumstances
Essential
- Flexible outlook on working hours
- Ability to work in a high-speed, high-pressured environment
Communications and Languange Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Communicates well with all staff
- Good team worker
Desirable
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).
