Job summary
The post is for a 6 month fixed term contract
(Aug 25 - Jan 26) and a fantastic opportunity for those desiring experience in
respiratory medicine at a large modern tertiary respiratory centre. It is
intended that this post could be tailored to meet training needs, including
opportunities for trainees to become involved in respiratory research &
procedural skills.
Main duties of the job
The
post would be suitable for individuals who have completed at least 3 year
experience in medical specialties by the intended start date. There will be a
commitment to a full shift respiratory HST on call rota, fully supported by
consultant daily ward rounds.
The
service is supported by a number of foundation doctors, IMT 1-2 doctors, StR's
as well as a Physician Associate & Specialist Nurses. This will allow
flexibility to tailor training to requirements, including clinics, as well as
opportunities to develop pleural & bronchoscopy skills.
It
is intended that the successful applicant would be involved in audit &
quality improvement projects, including the chance to collaborate with
researchers to present at national meetings & publish work.
We will ensure that the post receive dedicated
clinical supervision with an experienced named supervisor, portfolio review,
study leave & teaching programmes with evidence to count towards future
training.
About us
Come
and join our team in Leeds and become part of The Leeds Way sharing our
vision and values. Our Trust is recognised for our staff engagement, great care
and rated GOOD by the Care Quality Commission.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers in
the UK and based in one of the fastest growing and vibrant cities in the north.
At
Cardio-Respiratory CSU, we aim to be a fair and supportive CSU with positive,
caring teams who are champions of the Leeds Way values. Our values are part of
what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well
as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what
they see as important to how we work.
Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This
post will provide the opportunity for successful candidates to work in the
tertiary Respiratory Centre. It is intended that this post could be tailored to
meet training needs, including opportunities for trainees to become involved in
procedural skills.
This
appointment will be based at the Department of Respiratory Medicine, St Jamess
University Hospital, Leeds, one of the largest teaching hospital Trusts in the
UK, serving a population of over 3 million. The department delivers specialist
respiratory services including severe asthma, bronchiectasis, interstitial lung
disease, tuberculosis, COPD, and PCD. The lung cancer service is one of the
largest in the UK and is home to the Yorkshire Lung Screening Trial. We offer
bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, thoracoscopy and long-term pleural
drainage. There is a well-established programme in collaboration with radiology
to provide pleural ultrasound certification.
The
department consists of 3 inpatient wards and a 12 bed respiratory care unit
offering non-invasive ventilation. There is a separate ward for the care of
people with cystic fibrosis.
The
department has close links with the University of Leeds and supports delivery
of a number of aspects of the under-graduate MB ChB course with a number of
opportunities to engage within undergraduate teaching.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This
post will provide the opportunity for successful candidates to work in the
tertiary Respiratory Centre. It is intended that this post could be tailored to
meet training needs, including opportunities for trainees to become involved in
procedural skills.
This
appointment will be based at the Department of Respiratory Medicine, St Jamess
University Hospital, Leeds, one of the largest teaching hospital Trusts in the
UK, serving a population of over 3 million. The department delivers specialist
respiratory services including severe asthma, bronchiectasis, interstitial lung
disease, tuberculosis, COPD, and PCD. The lung cancer service is one of the
largest in the UK and is home to the Yorkshire Lung Screening Trial. We offer
bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, thoracoscopy and long-term pleural
drainage. There is a well-established programme in collaboration with radiology
to provide pleural ultrasound certification.
The
department consists of 3 inpatient wards and a 12 bed respiratory care unit
offering non-invasive ventilation. There is a separate ward for the care of
people with cystic fibrosis.
The
department has close links with the University of Leeds and supports delivery
of a number of aspects of the under-graduate MB ChB course with a number of
opportunities to engage within undergraduate teaching.
Person Specification
Clinical Experience and Career Progression
Essential
- 24 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent
- Evidence of achievement of CT competencies in medicine
- At least 3 years experience in medical specialties
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Qualification
- GMC registration at intended start date
- Advance life support Certification from resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise & motivate others
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time & information effectively
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Is up to date & fit to practise safely & is aware of own training needs
- Undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or achieved the minimum score of 7 in IELTS or achieved minimum Grade B in OET
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement to problems
- Recognition of, & ability to undertake the initial management of an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence informed practice
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, patient safety & clinical quality improvement initiatives
Person Specification
Clinical Experience and Career Progression
Essential
- 24 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent
- Evidence of achievement of CT competencies in medicine
- At least 3 years experience in medical specialties
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent Qualification
- GMC registration at intended start date
- Advance life support Certification from resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise & motivate others
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time & information effectively
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Is up to date & fit to practise safely & is aware of own training needs
- Undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or achieved the minimum score of 7 in IELTS or achieved minimum Grade B in OET
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement to problems
- Recognition of, & ability to undertake the initial management of an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence informed practice
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, patient safety & clinical quality improvement initiatives
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).
