Simulation Fellow in Anaesthetics & Intensive Care

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Simulation Fellows will be covering ITU, obstetrics and general anaesthesia on a rotation shift-working pattern with ST3s and Specialist Registrars. The main commitment will be taking a lead in the specialist area on a rotational basis, the cardiac arrest team and in emergencies to support the ST1/2 whilst on-call.

When on-call, the fellows are responsible for the management of the patients in ITU (if required) and obstetric patients when covering the labour ward. They will be expected to support the ST1/2 in the management of general anaesthesia under the supervision of the ITU Consultant and Anaesthetic Consultant for out-of-hours, as well as supporting the care delivery within the operating theatres. The post holder will collaborate and be a member of the Cardiac Arrest and Trauma Team.

ST3s and fellows are expected to participate in the preoperative assessment of patients undergoing elective or emergency surgery and to attend theatre sessions as indicated on the weekly rota. There are six main theatres and three-day care theatres. All are fully equipped and there are ultra sound and cardiac Doppler monitors available for use. The main theatres are situated next to ITU, Emergency and Radiology Departments.

The post holder will also be expected to work across our Queen Marys Hospital site at Sidcup, comprising of seven operating theatres, two surgical wards and an Enhanced Care Unit (ECU).

The above-mentioned duties may need to be varied to meet the needs of the Service. The appointee will cover anaesthetic lists at Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford and Queen Marys Hospital, Sidcup. These lists include specialities like Gen Surgery, Major Colorectal, Urology, Gynaecology, Orthopaedics and daily CEPOD (Consultant led) lists. There are also dedicated daily trauma lists, varying from all day to sessional lists, including provision over the weekend.

On Call Rota: fellows will be part of 1:8 rolling rota either at Darent Valley hospital or Queen Marys Sidcup covering theatres/ maternity/ ICU / Enhanced care unit.

Interview date: 19th June 2023 Informal visits

Prospective candidates are invited to visit the Trust by arrangement with: -

1. Dr Mansoor Sange

Clinical Director

Consultant Anaesthetist & Intensivist

Darent Valley Hospital

Dartford DA2 8DA

01322428100 Ext 8648

Email: msange@nhs.net

1. Dr Sarvesh Zope

Consultant Anaesthetist

Darent Valley Hospital

Dartford DA2 8DA

01322428100 Ext 8648

Email: sarvesh.zope@nhs.net

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience as Senior House Officer/ST1/2 level in Anaesthesia is required.

Desirable

• Diploma in Anaesthesia
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists or equivalent
• Part 1 FRCA or Primary FRCA or equivalent

GMC registration

Essential

• Full GMC Registration

Training and experience

Essential

• Previous experience in UK health system
• Experience in anaesthesia at Registrar level

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience within intensive care

Audit

Essential

• Understanding of principles of clinical audit
• Evidence of previous audit

Administration

Essential

• Familiar with the NHS structure and new directives/targets

Management

Essential

• Leadership and Budgetary skills. Good interpersonal relationship
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, Nursing and Administration staff

Desirable

• Previous management experience, Courses: MBA or equivalent

Personal skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good leadership skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Innovative team player who can accomplish clinical projects in liaison with fellow professionals
• Professional attitude, appearance and good record of attendance

Desirable

• Leadership skills and evidence of initiative - ability to motivate and develop junior medical staff.

Teaching

Essential

• Ability to teach effectively
• Evidence of continuing medical education and personal and professional development

Desirable

• Previous experience of teaching
• Teaching 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).