Job summary
- The post holder is clinically responsible to the Clinical Director of the specialty you are applying for and managerially accountable to the Chief Operating Officer for the trust.
- The NHS (Appointment of Consultants) Regulations 2005 prevent appointment of any applicant for consultant posts commencing after 1st January 1997 who is either not:
a. On the GMC specialist register
b. In possession of the CCT, or EEA/EU equivalent, or within 6 months of CCT if still in training.
c. It is the responsibility of applicants to satisfy all necessary GMC requirements prior to appointment. Applicants must ensure they provide evidence in their application identifying eligibility to be placed on the specialist register. This would ideally be in the form of a notification from the GMC.
The full time basic salary for the first appointment of an NHS consultant (as at 1st April 2022) is set out below, including payment for agreed additional programmed activities. Part-time consultants will be paid pro rata, based on the number of agreed weekly Programmed Activities in the consultant's Job Plan. Salary on commencement and subject to progression will be in accordance with Paragraphs 4-9 of Schedule 14 of the Terms and Conditions. A London Weighting Allowance of £2,162 per annum (pro rata for part-time consultants) is payable and. There are separate arrangements for those whose first appointment as an NHS consultant was before 31st October 2003
Main duties of the job
The post is a locum consultant post in anaesthesia based at The Royal London Hospital; the successful candidate may be asked to cover surgical lists at Barts or Mile End Hospital if required. The post holder will be an employee of BartsHealth and there may be future opportunities or requirements to work at one of the other hospitals in the Barts Health group.
This is a general post for a locum consultant anaesthetist. The appointee must be able to work flexibly and be able to cover all the specialities provided for at Barts & The Royal London Hospitals. This post will potentially include cover of labour ward and elective Caesarean section lists and therefore advanced obstetric training or fellowship would be advantageous.
Applicants should possess full GMC registration, and either be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of receiving their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at the time of interview
About us
Barts Health NHS Trust is one of Britain's leading healthcare providers and the largest trust in the NHS. It was created on 1 April 2012 by bringing together three Trusts: Barts and The London NHS Trust, Newham University Hospital NHS Trust and Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust. The new trust has a turnover of approximately £1.1 billion and has approximately 15,000 employees.
Together our hospitals - Newham University Hospital in Plaistow, St Bartholomew's (Barts) in the City, The Royal London in Whitechapel and Whipps Cross in Leytonstone - deliver high quality clinical care to the people of East London and further afield.
The hospitals offer a full portfolio of services that serve the needs of the local community, and are home to some of Britain's leading specialist centres including cancer, cardiac, trauma and emergency care. Barts Health also has one of the UK's busiest children's hospitals and internationally renowned surgical facilities
Our vision is to create a world-class health organisation that builds on strong relations with our partners and the communities we serve - one dedicated to ending the historic health inequalities in East London. We will build an international reputation for excellence in patient care, research and education. And as members of UCL Partners, the largest academic health sciences system in the world, we will ensure that our patients are some of the first in the country to benefit from the latest drugs and treatments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The department would expect consultants to work flexibly. However, the department will try to help consultants to develop and maintain areas of clinical expertise with some regular clinical commitments.
The initial contract will be for 10 programmed activities (PAs) as described in the 2003 consultant contract. These activities will be split between direct clinical care (DCC) and supporting professional activities (SPA). The SPA allocation will be 1 per week (4 hours). The successful applicant may have the opportunity to offer to work additional DCC PAs per week but this will be subject to the service requirements of the department.
The successful candidate is expected to participate in one of our on call rotas:
- Weekend on call rota for plastic surgery (Saturday) and orthopaedic surgery (Sunday) in a 1:8 on call rota (7.30 -.17.30)
- General on call rota this compromises a 1:24 prospective cover for any emergency work after 17.30 during the week and 1:24 weekend cover (12 hour day shift resident 08.00-18.00) and 12 hour night shift
- Weekend on call rota for emergency orthopaedic trauma (7.30 17.30) both Saturday and Sunday in a 1:9 rota (7.30 19.00).
- Weekend on call rota for Obstetrics (08:00 to 18:00) both Saturday and Sunday in a1 in 8.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The department would expect consultants to work flexibly. However, the department will try to help consultants to develop and maintain areas of clinical expertise with some regular clinical commitments.
The initial contract will be for 10 programmed activities (PAs) as described in the 2003 consultant contract. These activities will be split between direct clinical care (DCC) and supporting professional activities (SPA). The SPA allocation will be 1 per week (4 hours). The successful applicant may have the opportunity to offer to work additional DCC PAs per week but this will be subject to the service requirements of the department.
The successful candidate is expected to participate in one of our on call rotas:
- Weekend on call rota for plastic surgery (Saturday) and orthopaedic surgery (Sunday) in a 1:8 on call rota (7.30 -.17.30)
- General on call rota this compromises a 1:24 prospective cover for any emergency work after 17.30 during the week and 1:24 weekend cover (12 hour day shift resident 08.00-18.00) and 12 hour night shift
- Weekend on call rota for emergency orthopaedic trauma (7.30 17.30) both Saturday and Sunday in a 1:9 rota (7.30 19.00).
- Weekend on call rota for Obstetrics (08:00 to 18:00) both Saturday and Sunday in a1 in 8.
Person Specification
Qualification/ Clinical Skills
Essential
- GMC Registration
- MBBS or Equivalent
- CCT in anaesthesia or equivalent or, if in training within 6 months of CCT
- FRCA or equivalent
- ALS/APLS
Desirable
- Experience of UK healthcare system
- Higher degree
Special Knowledge/ Abilities amd/or Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in a wide variety of anaesthesia, especially the management of major trauma
- Experience in the peri-operative care of patients including pain management
- Audit experience
Desirable
- Experience in anaesthesia specialties in the job plan
- Clinical management training
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and intelligently in written and spoken English
- Ability to lead a multidisciplinary team, make decisions and exert appropriate authority.
- Ability to build strong and effective relationships with patients, relatives and colleagues
- Ability to gain confidence and trust
- Enthusiasm and approachability
- Ability to cope with pressure and adapt to change
Desirable
- Leadership skills appropriate to leading a multidisciplinary team
- Directing and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to anaesthesia and Intensive Care
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Involvement in teaching undergraduates, junior medical staff, nurses and allied health professionals
- ATLS, ALS, APLS or PALS provider status
Desirable
- ATLS, ALS, APLS or PALS instructor status.
- Certificate of education.
- Evidence of training in teaching skills.
- Involvement in undergraduate education.
Research
Essential
- Involvement in undergraduate education.
- Actively encourages research with junior and other staff
Desirable
- Published or submitted research to indexed journals
- Experience of research presentations to learned societies on topics related to anaesthesia
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to continuing personal development and medical education
Desirable
- Experience in teaching and clinical audit
- Computer skills
- Service development
Person Specification
Qualification/ Clinical Skills
Essential
- GMC Registration
- MBBS or Equivalent
- CCT in anaesthesia or equivalent or, if in training within 6 months of CCT
- FRCA or equivalent
- ALS/APLS
Desirable
- Experience of UK healthcare system
- Higher degree
Special Knowledge/ Abilities amd/or Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in a wide variety of anaesthesia, especially the management of major trauma
- Experience in the peri-operative care of patients including pain management
- Audit experience
Desirable
- Experience in anaesthesia specialties in the job plan
- Clinical management training
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and intelligently in written and spoken English
- Ability to lead a multidisciplinary team, make decisions and exert appropriate authority.
- Ability to build strong and effective relationships with patients, relatives and colleagues
- Ability to gain confidence and trust
- Enthusiasm and approachability
- Ability to cope with pressure and adapt to change
Desirable
- Leadership skills appropriate to leading a multidisciplinary team
- Directing and teaching medical, nursing and other professions allied to anaesthesia and Intensive Care
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Involvement in teaching undergraduates, junior medical staff, nurses and allied health professionals
- ATLS, ALS, APLS or PALS provider status
Desirable
- ATLS, ALS, APLS or PALS instructor status.
- Certificate of education.
- Evidence of training in teaching skills.
- Involvement in undergraduate education.
Research
Essential
- Involvement in undergraduate education.
- Actively encourages research with junior and other staff
Desirable
- Published or submitted research to indexed journals
- Experience of research presentations to learned societies on topics related to anaesthesia
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to continuing personal development and medical education
Desirable
- Experience in teaching and clinical audit
- Computer skills
- Service development
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).
