Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated clinician to join our multidisciplinary Sexual Health team who are dedicated and passionate to providing excellent quality sexual health care to the Communities in Cumbria. We have a full time or part time permanent consultant post available
Applications are invited for the post of Consultant in Sexual Health & HIV in the integrated Sexual Health Service. The post is located in the stunningly beautiful Cumbria. The anticipated base is Carlisle but this will be subject to negotiation with the successful candidate.
Cumbria has undergone exciting change and development over the past few years with more still to come. The county is a unique place of outstanding natural beauty and heritage, with the Lake District being awarded UNESCO World Heritage site in 2017. From the magic of the Lake District and stunning coastal scenery to the many visitor attractions and activities, there is something to suit all ages and lifestyles.
Main duties of the job
To provide clinical leadership and act as a source of advice both within and out with the Trust.
- Be a key person for advice, support and guidance to the team in the provision of sexual health services.
- Delivery comprehensive care and follow-up of patients accessing the service.
- Ensure delivery of national and local strategies.
- To provide management for patients with recurrent complex GUM infections. .
- Provide counselling on and provision of all contraceptive methods to clinic users.
- To diagnose STIs.
- Outpatient care of HIV patients.
- To ensure client confidentiality is maintained.
- To be aware of and adhere to the Child Protection guidelines and procedures of the Trust and the Area Child Protection Team.
- To oversee and support the excellent model of Young People's service within the county.
- To work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- To provide specialist advice as required on sexual health matters to other health professionals.
Managerial
Overall responsibilities include participating in co-ordination and delivery of the strategic and operational aspects of sexual health services across Cumbria. This will reflect national and local priorities, including contributing to the strategic direction of North Cumbria Integrated Care Foundation Trust.
About us
The Integrated Sexual Health Service (ISHS) is the principal provider of integrated Sexual Health services across Cumbria. We collaborate with Primary Care and third sector/charitable organisations to deliver seamless services, joined up access and treatment pathways; delivering services across a large geography via well-established out-reach clinics in dedicated and bespoke clinics in a variety of community venues.
Clinics offer the full range of level 3 GUM and SRH care including complex needs such as caring for people post sexual assault.
HIV is managed differently between the North and the South. In the North, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals Infectious Diseases team care for all people with HIV. In the South, HIV is cared for by our GUM consultants in Collaboration with Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Trust. The new consultant will be expected to provide HIV care under an Honorary contract with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals.
The service provides system-wide clinical advice support and governance. The teams deliver training to a variety of partners and stakeholders including coil and implant training to GP practices. The consultants also provide assessment of GP competencies for those wishing to achieve specialist accreditation.
Advice and assistance is given in the development of ongoing training programmes for sexual health specialist courses, mentorship and assessment of clinical practice is provided. GPs are welcomed into the service to learn from the clinicians.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job plan is indicative and it is expected that the successful applicant will discuss this in detail, including which of the centres will be their base centre, and travelling time will be considered from that discussion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job plan is indicative and it is expected that the successful applicant will discuss this in detail, including which of the centres will be their base centre, and travelling time will be considered from that discussion.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree MBChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC Licence to practice Eligible for entry on GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in GU Medicine
- Eligible to work in UK
- Diploma in HIV/ GUM
- FSRH Diploma
- FSRH Diploma
- Letter of Competence - IUD/ SDI
Desirable
- MD/PhD/MS
- cRegistered Trainer for DFSRH and LoC
- PGCE Med Ed
Clinical experience
Essential
- Training and broad experience in GU Medicine and HIV Medicine
continous professional
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Administration and management
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of Integrated or GU Medicine services Familiar with current structure of the National Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
Desirable
- Involvement in service development. Management course and/or qualification
Reasearch
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and assessment
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree MBChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Full registration with GMC Licence to practice Eligible for entry on GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in GU Medicine
- Eligible to work in UK
- Diploma in HIV/ GUM
- FSRH Diploma
- FSRH Diploma
- Letter of Competence - IUD/ SDI
Desirable
- MD/PhD/MS
- cRegistered Trainer for DFSRH and LoC
- PGCE Med Ed
Clinical experience
Essential
- Training and broad experience in GU Medicine and HIV Medicine
continous professional
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Administration and management
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of Integrated or GU Medicine services Familiar with current structure of the National Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
Desirable
- Involvement in service development. Management course and/or qualification
Reasearch
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and assessment
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).
