Job summary
We
are looking for two enthusiastic individuals to fill two locum consultant posts
working within the Leeds Institute of Emergency General Surgery (LIEGS) at the
St James University Hospital.
Whilst
this is a locum appointment for 12 months, there may be opportunity for this to
be extended and future substantive opportunities are planned. A number of our
team are not eligible for traditional substantive appointments and as such we
would welcome those not eligible, to apply for this locum post.
Leeds
is one of the busiest acute general surgical centres in the UK and as such our
case volume, service design and demonstrated committed investment is ensuring
the unit continues to develop and continues to be at forefront of acute general
surgery services, clinically, educationally and academically in the UK.
Prospective
applicants are encouraged to visit the hospital, which can be arranged by
contacting: Adam Peckham Cooper.
The post will be based at St James University
Hospital, Leeds.
Main duties of the job
The
new consultants in Emergency General Surgery will join our existing team of
eight consultants within the department which is led by Mr Adam Peckham-Cooper.
This innovative, exciting, collaborative and flexible department manages acute
general surgery patients during the day running amongst other things an
Ambulatory Surgical Centre (ASC), a Surgical Assessment Unit (SAU), elective
Rapid Access and emergency theatres. The successful applicants will be
encouraged to develop their own personal interests which may include training,
teaching, research and management. The unit has developed rapidly over the last
four years but continues to present enormous opportunities in embedding Leeds
as a national leader for innovation, research and service delivery of emergency
and acute care surgery.
The
successful applicant should possess FRCS or equivalent, and should be on the
Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted onto the Register
for trainees currently in a training programme within the UK, or have
references which have been authorised by the Deputy Medical Director and
Clinical Director.
Candidates should have established skills and
competencies in managing unselected Emergency General Surgery patient and its
related specialties including upper GI, colorectal and hepatobiliary surgery. A
strong commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and a research
interest is desirable. Consideration will be given to applicants who wish to
work full or part time
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-centered
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All
our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute
Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West
Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for
our patients. By bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise
across West Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and
driving forward change to deliver the highest quality care. By working for
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of
that change.
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
Leeds
Institute of Emergency General Surgery is looking to appoint two Emergency
General Surgeons to 10 PA locum contracts. Whilst this is a short-term
contract, there may be opportunity for this to be extended.
The
new consultants will join our existing team of eight Consultants, which is led
by Adam Peckham-Cooper. As a unit we have worked hard to develop an exciting,
challenging and fulfilling clinical job but within the job plan design there is
significant flexibility available for flexible working patterns, secondary
interests, academia, management/leadership and to develop elective interests.
Applicants with interests in upper GI, colorectal and hepatobiliary surgery are
welcomed. The post will be 10 PAs but may also suit those wishing to seek more
flexible working patterns or hybrid careers.
In
relation to these posts, they will be available immediately and based at St
Jamess University Hospital. The post holder will be responsible for delivering
all aspects of acute care and unplanned surgery to adults, admitted to the
trust. We have a number of unique and bespoke pathways to manage this patient
cohort including a dedicated Ambulatory Surgical Centre, a separate Surgical
Assessment Unit, rapid access theatre lists and associated follow up clinics
and remain at the forefront of modern units delivering sub specialist emergency
surgical care in the country. Job plans can be flexible around the individuals
needs but include supervision and training of general surgical trainees and
medical students within the AMS Clinical Service Unit. The role includes
daytime (8.00-18.00) and weekend (8.00-14.00 on a 1:8 to 1:10 basis) working,
without any night-time on call commitment as things stand.
2. OBJECTIVES OF THE POST
2.1 To deliver high quality, evidence based
and compassionate patient care to emergency general surgery patients in Leeds
and surrounding areas.
2.2 To make a significant contribution to the
development, design, improvement, and delivery of the Acute Surgical Services
in Leeds and surrounding areas, through clinical leadership and collaboration
with other key stakeholders.
2.3 To contribute to research, teaching and
new developments within Emergency General Surgery in Leeds. The post holder
will be encouraged to facilitate and contribute to the current clinical
research programs ongoing in the department
2.4 To support doctors in training within the
department with respect to educational supervision and appraisal and to
contribute to undergraduate teaching of students from the University of Leeds.
We have an excellent track record in medical education, supervision and
mentorship and training and teaching is a core element of the units mandate.
2.5 To support the Trust in its delivery of
its core services, recognising the importance of local and national standards,
in particular delivery of CQC standards, the 4-hour Emergency Care Standard,
same day emergency care and financial sustainability.
Please
see the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leeds
Institute of Emergency General Surgery is looking to appoint two Emergency
General Surgeons to 10 PA locum contracts. Whilst this is a short-term
contract, there may be opportunity for this to be extended.
The
new consultants will join our existing team of eight Consultants, which is led
by Adam Peckham-Cooper. As a unit we have worked hard to develop an exciting,
challenging and fulfilling clinical job but within the job plan design there is
significant flexibility available for flexible working patterns, secondary
interests, academia, management/leadership and to develop elective interests.
Applicants with interests in upper GI, colorectal and hepatobiliary surgery are
welcomed. The post will be 10 PAs but may also suit those wishing to seek more
flexible working patterns or hybrid careers.
In
relation to these posts, they will be available immediately and based at St
Jamess University Hospital. The post holder will be responsible for delivering
all aspects of acute care and unplanned surgery to adults, admitted to the
trust. We have a number of unique and bespoke pathways to manage this patient
cohort including a dedicated Ambulatory Surgical Centre, a separate Surgical
Assessment Unit, rapid access theatre lists and associated follow up clinics
and remain at the forefront of modern units delivering sub specialist emergency
surgical care in the country. Job plans can be flexible around the individuals
needs but include supervision and training of general surgical trainees and
medical students within the AMS Clinical Service Unit. The role includes
daytime (8.00-18.00) and weekend (8.00-14.00 on a 1:8 to 1:10 basis) working,
without any night-time on call commitment as things stand.
2. OBJECTIVES OF THE POST
2.1 To deliver high quality, evidence based
and compassionate patient care to emergency general surgery patients in Leeds
and surrounding areas.
2.2 To make a significant contribution to the
development, design, improvement, and delivery of the Acute Surgical Services
in Leeds and surrounding areas, through clinical leadership and collaboration
with other key stakeholders.
2.3 To contribute to research, teaching and
new developments within Emergency General Surgery in Leeds. The post holder
will be encouraged to facilitate and contribute to the current clinical
research programs ongoing in the department
2.4 To support doctors in training within the
department with respect to educational supervision and appraisal and to
contribute to undergraduate teaching of students from the University of Leeds.
We have an excellent track record in medical education, supervision and
mentorship and training and teaching is a core element of the units mandate.
2.5 To support the Trust in its delivery of
its core services, recognising the importance of local and national standards,
in particular delivery of CQC standards, the 4-hour Emergency Care Standard,
same day emergency care and financial sustainability.
Please
see the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Person Specification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
- Medically fit to fulfil ALL aspects of the post, and be able to respond quickly to emergencies, as necessary.
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice).
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent FRCS or equivalent
Desirable
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
- Should have completed a recognised training programme of specialist general surgical training or equivalent experience.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in contemporary management of emergency general surgery, acute biliary surgery and trauma surgery.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
Person Specification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
- Medically fit to fulfil ALL aspects of the post, and be able to respond quickly to emergencies, as necessary.
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice).
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent FRCS or equivalent
Desirable
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
- Should have completed a recognised training programme of specialist general surgical training or equivalent experience.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in contemporary management of emergency general surgery, acute biliary surgery and trauma surgery.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
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
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).
