Job summary
The Thoracic department at St James University
Hospital is one of the largest in the UK with a catchment population of 2.5
million. It currently services 6 MDTs across the region. The department has
expanded greatly over the years and continues to do so. We currently have 8
consultants, 9 Registrars, and 3 ANPs. Theatres and clinics run daily. There is
a 32 bedded thoracic ward including a dedicated 4 bedded HDU. The department
has a great track record for training and innovation.
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will be expected to engage in all aspects of care in the
department. This includes the care of patients both pre and post operatively,
attending relevant MDTs, attending theatre and clinic sessions, being
involved in the on-call rota and teaching of medical students, nurses and
other allied healthcare professionals.
A
large portion of the responsibilities will relate to cover of the inpatients,
but will include out-patient clinics and surgical theatres as well.
About us
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 and Empowered. All actions
and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values. Our Thoracic
unit is one of the largest in the UK. We perform more than 300 anatomical lung
resections per year, with more than 80% of them done minimally invasively (VATS
or RATS). We have a passion for innovation and proven track record for
training. The department has an established endobronchial and navigational
bronchoscopy service, as well as a robotic programme. Our CSU boasts a
passionate, talented team and successful candidates will be able to access a
wide range of learning and development opportunities.
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
The
Thoracic department at St James University Hospital is one of the largest in
the UK with a catchment population of 2.5 million and currently services 6
MDTs across the region. The department has expanded greatly over the years
and continues to do so. We currently have 6 consultants, 9 Registrars, and 3
ANPs. Theatres and clinics run daily. There is a 32 bedded thoracic ward
including a dedicated 4 bedded HDU.
MEDICAL
STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT
Consultant
team:
Mr
Alex. Brunelli
Mr
Nilanjan Chaudhuri
Mr.
Joshil Lodhia
Mr.
Marco Nardini
Mr
Richard Milton
Mr
Peter Tcherveniakov
Ms
Elaine Teh
The
consultant team are supported by a team of 9 registrars, Trust Doctors and
surgical trainees. There are also 3 full time ANPs.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Please
see Person Specification
DUTIES
OF THE POST
Post
holder will be expected to participate in ward rounds, clinics and operating
theatres where appropriate. The postholder accepts that s/he will also
perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the
request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation where practicable with
senior colleagues. A wide range of practical procedures are undertaken in the
Trust which the successfully appointed candidates will have an opportunity to
learn. The post-holder is strongly encouraged to complete regular work-based
placed assessments to document evidence of their personal and professional
development.
LEVELS
OF RESPONSIBILITY
The
post will be available for an initial period of 6 months, extendable to 12.
The post is suitable for any junior surgeon who wishes to develop experience
in Thoracic surgery. There will be a number of research opportunities. The
job will be based on the thoracic surgery ward in St. Jamess University
Hospital. There is a resident registrar as well as a dedicated oncall
consultant, who participates in the ward rounds and provides support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Thoracic department at St James University Hospital is one of the largest in
the UK with a catchment population of 2.5 million and currently services 6
MDTs across the region. The department has expanded greatly over the years
and continues to do so. We currently have 6 consultants, 9 Registrars, and 3
ANPs. Theatres and clinics run daily. There is a 32 bedded thoracic ward
including a dedicated 4 bedded HDU.
MEDICAL
STAFF IN THE DEPARTMENT
Consultant
team:
Mr
Alex. Brunelli
Mr
Nilanjan Chaudhuri
Mr.
Joshil Lodhia
Mr.
Marco Nardini
Mr
Richard Milton
Mr
Peter Tcherveniakov
Ms
Elaine Teh
The
consultant team are supported by a team of 9 registrars, Trust Doctors and
surgical trainees. There are also 3 full time ANPs.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Please
see Person Specification
DUTIES
OF THE POST
Post
holder will be expected to participate in ward rounds, clinics and operating
theatres where appropriate. The postholder accepts that s/he will also
perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the
request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation where practicable with
senior colleagues. A wide range of practical procedures are undertaken in the
Trust which the successfully appointed candidates will have an opportunity to
learn. The post-holder is strongly encouraged to complete regular work-based
placed assessments to document evidence of their personal and professional
development.
LEVELS
OF RESPONSIBILITY
The
post will be available for an initial period of 6 months, extendable to 12.
The post is suitable for any junior surgeon who wishes to develop experience
in Thoracic surgery. There will be a number of research opportunities. The
job will be based on the thoracic surgery ward in St. Jamess University
Hospital. There is a resident registrar as well as a dedicated oncall
consultant, who participates in the ward rounds and provides support.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Communication Skills
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
- Empathy & Sensitivity
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Organisation & Planning
- Vigilance & Situational Awareness:
- Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty
- Values
Clinical Experience and Career Progression
Essential
- Full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- Ability to provide complete details of employment history
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
- Evidence that present achievement andperformance is commensurate with totality of their period of training
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of the Surgery specialty
Desirable
- Evidence of achievement of FY2 competencies in Medicine and Thoracic Surgery
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at the time of application.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Communication Skills
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
- Empathy & Sensitivity
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
- Organisation & Planning
- Vigilance & Situational Awareness:
- Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty
- Values
Clinical Experience and Career Progression
Essential
- Full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- Ability to provide complete details of employment history
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
- Evidence that present achievement andperformance is commensurate with totality of their period of training
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of the Surgery specialty
Desirable
- Evidence of achievement of FY2 competencies in Medicine and Thoracic Surgery
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at the time of application.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
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).
