Job summary
Specialty Doctor - Respiratory
We are looking to a recruit a specialty doctor to join our comprehensive Respiratory service at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust. The post will enable the successful applicant to gain valuable experience in a number of clinical areas including:
- Acute respiratory inpatient work
- Outpatient clinics
- Respiratory diagnostics including bronchoscopy and the potential to observe EBUS
- Respiratory interventions such as chest drain insertion under ultrasound, pleurodesis etc.
The successful candidate will work on themiddle grade rota with a 1:13 shift-working pattern.
The Respiratory department has an outstanding record in supporting and training specialty doctors, with Tameside rated the top respiratory training placement in the North West. We are committed to supporting our middle grade doctors in reaching their desired career goals by developing their clinical, medical, educational and managerial skills.
Main duties of the job
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust seeks to appoint a specialty doctor inGeneral Internal Medicine and Respiratory to work within our Adult Medicine department. The postholder will be based at Tameside General Hospital. The post is based within the RespiratoryDepartment and the main activity undertaken will include outpatient clinics, diagnostic tests and wardrounds and on calls for general internal medicine.
These posts represent an exciting opportunity to join one of the pioneering integrated care organisations in the country which is transforming the way care is delivered to support improving the health of the population it serves. Not only do these posts provide exposure to a variety of clinical settings but also the opportunity to be at the core of transforming our services to provide a truly integrated model of health care to our population.
Please note, there may also be an opportunity to carry out 2 additional programmed activities for on call
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Safety
- Care
- Respect
- Communication
- Learning
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Respiratory department has a range of facilities:
- Respiratory ward (30 beds) including NIV, nasal hi flow, ITU step downs Outpatient clinics Bronchoscopy EBUS at Manchester University Foundation NHS Trust Lung cancer MDT Pulse oximetry and sleep studies
There are 4 respiratory consultants who work within the department: Dr M Abdelaziz- Consultant Chest Physician and Lead for Adult Medicine Dr P Bhatia Consultant Chest Physician Dr C Payne - Consultant Chest Physician Dr J Majumdar Consultant in Acute Medicine and Respiratory Medicine
Adult Medicine DepartmentThe Respiratory department is part of Adult Medicine, which is within the Medicine and Clinical SupportServices Division. The Division also includes Urgent Care including Accident and Emergency department.The Division of Adult Medicine admits and provides care for routine and emergency medicine and outpatients.The successful candidate is anticipated to take part of the general medical on call rota which is currently with appropriate remuneration.
Key duties of the postThe post holder will be clinically and educationally responsible to the Consultants working across theRespiratory Department.The post holder will support the Respiratory department:a) To participate in various outpatient activities including the medical management of patients attendingoutpatient clinics.b) Ensuring the effective organisation of the ward including diagnosis and treatment of all patientsadmitted.c) The appropriate discharge of patients, including providing timely paperwork to the GeneralPractitioner ensuring a continuation of care following discharge.d) The direct clinical supervision and training of the Ward Junior Medical Staff as well as the organisationand delegation of clinical work.e) The monitoring of the quality of service given by the Respiratory which will include clinical audits.f) Active participation at various committees and working groups.g) Participation in development of medical treatment protocols.h) Professional supervision under consultant guidance aiming to encourage the development of alldoctors within the division.i) Contributing to the provision of reports for the Coroner, police statements and for complaintsmanagement adhering to time frames.j) Demonstrating an involvement in clinical governance, risk management and clinical audit.k) Contributing to collaborating with clinical colleagues.l) Ensuring own practice is up to date. This will include taking responsibility for own clinical professional development and participation in the Trust wide appraisal system.m) Complying with data protection.n) Complying with all relevant Trust policies and procedures.o) To undertake regular on call duties for general medical on call rota.
Job PlanHours of duty are the equivalent of 10 Programmed Activities per week plus on-call allowance.Clinical sessions to be based in outpatients or in admitted areas as requiredTrainingSupport will be given to gain competency in bronchoscopy and EBUSOur Postgraduate Medical Centre has a very full and comprehensive medical programme, which thepost holder is encouraged to participate.The Trust fully supports continuing professional development as recommended by the Royal Collegeof Physicians.Candidates will be supported to pursue specialist registration in the speciality of respiratory via theCESR route.Conditions of ServiceThis post is covered by the terms and conditions of service of the Trust, which currently follow thoselaid down by the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England and Wales) Terms and Conditions of Service and General Medical Council.The post is whole-time and currently works on the full shift rota with prospective cover.Under the Junior Doctors Hours Initiative new hours/rota commitments may come into force duringyour contractual period. The Trust reserves the right to implement these as required. As part of yourduties you will be required to comply with and co-operate in the provision of monitoring information.Any extra duty worked over and above contracted hours should be taken as time off in lieu.
Conditions of AppointmentThe doctor must be fully registered with the General Medical Council.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Respiratory department has a range of facilities:
- Respiratory ward (30 beds) including NIV, nasal hi flow, ITU step downs Outpatient clinics Bronchoscopy EBUS at Manchester University Foundation NHS Trust Lung cancer MDT Pulse oximetry and sleep studies
There are 4 respiratory consultants who work within the department: Dr M Abdelaziz- Consultant Chest Physician and Lead for Adult Medicine Dr P Bhatia Consultant Chest Physician Dr C Payne - Consultant Chest Physician Dr J Majumdar Consultant in Acute Medicine and Respiratory Medicine
Adult Medicine DepartmentThe Respiratory department is part of Adult Medicine, which is within the Medicine and Clinical SupportServices Division. The Division also includes Urgent Care including Accident and Emergency department.The Division of Adult Medicine admits and provides care for routine and emergency medicine and outpatients.The successful candidate is anticipated to take part of the general medical on call rota which is currently with appropriate remuneration.
Key duties of the postThe post holder will be clinically and educationally responsible to the Consultants working across theRespiratory Department.The post holder will support the Respiratory department:a) To participate in various outpatient activities including the medical management of patients attendingoutpatient clinics.b) Ensuring the effective organisation of the ward including diagnosis and treatment of all patientsadmitted.c) The appropriate discharge of patients, including providing timely paperwork to the GeneralPractitioner ensuring a continuation of care following discharge.d) The direct clinical supervision and training of the Ward Junior Medical Staff as well as the organisationand delegation of clinical work.e) The monitoring of the quality of service given by the Respiratory which will include clinical audits.f) Active participation at various committees and working groups.g) Participation in development of medical treatment protocols.h) Professional supervision under consultant guidance aiming to encourage the development of alldoctors within the division.i) Contributing to the provision of reports for the Coroner, police statements and for complaintsmanagement adhering to time frames.j) Demonstrating an involvement in clinical governance, risk management and clinical audit.k) Contributing to collaborating with clinical colleagues.l) Ensuring own practice is up to date. This will include taking responsibility for own clinical professional development and participation in the Trust wide appraisal system.m) Complying with data protection.n) Complying with all relevant Trust policies and procedures.o) To undertake regular on call duties for general medical on call rota.
Job PlanHours of duty are the equivalent of 10 Programmed Activities per week plus on-call allowance.Clinical sessions to be based in outpatients or in admitted areas as requiredTrainingSupport will be given to gain competency in bronchoscopy and EBUSOur Postgraduate Medical Centre has a very full and comprehensive medical programme, which thepost holder is encouraged to participate.The Trust fully supports continuing professional development as recommended by the Royal Collegeof Physicians.Candidates will be supported to pursue specialist registration in the speciality of respiratory via theCESR route.Conditions of ServiceThis post is covered by the terms and conditions of service of the Trust, which currently follow thoselaid down by the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England and Wales) Terms and Conditions of Service and General Medical Council.The post is whole-time and currently works on the full shift rota with prospective cover.Under the Junior Doctors Hours Initiative new hours/rota commitments may come into force duringyour contractual period. The Trust reserves the right to implement these as required. As part of yourduties you will be required to comply with and co-operate in the provision of monitoring information.Any extra duty worked over and above contracted hours should be taken as time off in lieu.
Conditions of AppointmentThe doctor must be fully registered with the General Medical Council.
Person Specification
Qualifactions and experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Specialty trainee competencies to the level of an CT2/ ST3 Acute Medicine (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Previous significant experience in respiratory and general medicine.
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration and licence to practise
- MRCP (Part 1)
- ACLS (or equivalent)
- ALS (or equivalent)
Desirable
Skills
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching/educational supervision.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Evidence of attendance to 'Teaching for Teachers' or similar course.
Communication
Essential
- Written communication in a clear and concise manner
Relationships
Essential
- Ability to work as a team player in a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of supervision of junior staff.
Person Specification
Qualifactions and experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Specialty trainee competencies to the level of an CT2/ ST3 Acute Medicine (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Previous significant experience in respiratory and general medicine.
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registration and licence to practise
- MRCP (Part 1)
- ACLS (or equivalent)
- ALS (or equivalent)
Desirable
Skills
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of teaching/educational supervision.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Evidence of attendance to 'Teaching for Teachers' or similar course.
Communication
Essential
- Written communication in a clear and concise manner
Relationships
Essential
- Ability to work as a team player in a multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of supervision of junior staff.
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
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).
