Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join the existing team of 48 anaesthetists and intensivists who provide cardiothoracic and general anaesthesia and critical care. The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate wide experience with higher specialist training in cardiothoracic anaesthesia and excellent TOE skills.
We also provide anaesthesia to breast, oncology and gynaecological surgical patients as part of the Barts Cancer Centre.
In the recent CQC inspection St Bartholomew's was rated as Good across the board with Critical Care receiving outstanding within the Well Led domains.
Applicants must be fully registered with the GMC, hold a license to practise and be on the Specialist Register for Anaesthesia
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will be appointed on a 10 programmed activity contract comprising 9.0 DCC and 1.0 SPA. The on call frequency is 1:10 covering theatre and cath lab emergencies.
This is subject to negotiation with the successful candidate, in terms of timing and content of sessions, subject to a maximum of 10 PAs.
The list of duties will be altered to reflect changing needs of the post, subject to negotiation. It should be recognized that the job description reflects the core activity of the post at a particular time, as the department and individual develop there would inevitably be changes in the emphasis of the duties of the post. If changes to a job become significant, the lead clinician and the post-holder would review the job description formally.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Department of Perioperative Medicine (Intensive Care Medicine, Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia and Critical Care and General Anaesthesia), led by Dr Jeremy Cordingley and Dr Martin Lees, the Cardiothoracic Surgical department (led by Mr Steve Edmondson), the Interventional Cardiology department (led by Prof Anthony Mathur) and the Electrophysiology department (led by Dr Mark Earley) form part of the Cardiovascular Clinical Academic Group, led by Professor Charles Knight, CAG Director. The group works closely with the School of Medicine and Dentistry and the William Harvey Institute to promote clinical translational research. Recently, we announced exciting plans to found a joint UCL and QMUL Cardiovascular Institute. We also have well established links with referring district general hospitals and are committed to providing high quality specialist cardiac services for the whole population of north central and north east London and to work with the Network and partner DGHs to continue to improve access to cardiac, vascular and thoracic care. Barts Health is committed to achieving Foundation Trust status. The department enjoys close links with international cardiothoracic centres of excellence. This benefits clinical, academic and educational endeavours.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Department of Perioperative Medicine (Intensive Care Medicine, Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia and Critical Care and General Anaesthesia), led by Dr Jeremy Cordingley and Dr Martin Lees, the Cardiothoracic Surgical department (led by Mr Steve Edmondson), the Interventional Cardiology department (led by Prof Anthony Mathur) and the Electrophysiology department (led by Dr Mark Earley) form part of the Cardiovascular Clinical Academic Group, led by Professor Charles Knight, CAG Director. The group works closely with the School of Medicine and Dentistry and the William Harvey Institute to promote clinical translational research. Recently, we announced exciting plans to found a joint UCL and QMUL Cardiovascular Institute. We also have well established links with referring district general hospitals and are committed to providing high quality specialist cardiac services for the whole population of north central and north east London and to work with the Network and partner DGHs to continue to improve access to cardiac, vascular and thoracic care. Barts Health is committed to achieving Foundation Trust status. The department enjoys close links with international cardiothoracic centres of excellence. This benefits clinical, academic and educational endeavours.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Clinical Skills
Essential
- GMC Registration
- CCT in anaesthesia or, if in training within 6 months of CCT
- FRCA or equivalent
- FRCA or equivalent
Desirable
Special Knowledge/Abilities and/or Experience
Essential
- Proficient in relevant procedures such as vascular access, fibreoptic bronchoscopy
- Advanced transoesophageal echocardiography skills
- Higher training in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia and Critical Care, at least 6 months.
- Training and experience in cardiac critical care
- Experience in the perioperative care of patients including pain management
Desirable
- Sound understanding of training relationships within the programme
- Ability to promote equality of opportunity in all aspects of medical education
- Experience working across boundaries (e.g. between specialties, local and national education providers, and across professional groups)
- TOE/TTE Accreditation
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Involvement in teaching junior medical staff, nurses and allied health professionals
- Evidence of training in teaching skills
Desirable
- CALS, ATLS, ALS, APLS or PALS instructor status
- Certificate of education
- Involvement in undergraduate education
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 and 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
Research
Essential
- Understands research methodology
- Actively encourages research with junior and other staff
- Published or submitted research
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Commitment to continuing personal development and medical education Computer skills
Desirable
- Experience in teaching and clinical audit
Person Specification
Qualifications/Clinical Skills
Essential
- GMC Registration
- CCT in anaesthesia or, if in training within 6 months of CCT
- FRCA or equivalent
- FRCA or equivalent
Desirable
Special Knowledge/Abilities and/or Experience
Essential
- Proficient in relevant procedures such as vascular access, fibreoptic bronchoscopy
- Advanced transoesophageal echocardiography skills
- Higher training in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia and Critical Care, at least 6 months.
- Training and experience in cardiac critical care
- Experience in the perioperative care of patients including pain management
Desirable
- Sound understanding of training relationships within the programme
- Ability to promote equality of opportunity in all aspects of medical education
- Experience working across boundaries (e.g. between specialties, local and national education providers, and across professional groups)
- TOE/TTE Accreditation
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Involvement in teaching junior medical staff, nurses and allied health professionals
- Evidence of training in teaching skills
Desirable
- CALS, ATLS, ALS, APLS or PALS instructor status
- Certificate of education
- Involvement in undergraduate education
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 and 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
Research
Essential
- Understands research methodology
- Actively encourages research with junior and other staff
- Published or submitted research
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Commitment to continuing personal development and medical education Computer skills
Desirable
- Experience in teaching and clinical audit
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).
