Job summary
This post attracts £15k welcome recruitment and retention incentive to the successful substantive appointment.
This exciting post offers the opportunity to work in a first class vascular and endovascular service. It is a replacement post for recently retired staff. The appointee will form an integral part of vascular surgical services for the Gloucestershire and Swindon Vascular Network, (with the hub based at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and the two spokes at Cheltenham General Hospital and the Great Western Hospital in Swindon).The Network, covering a population of over a million, has run successfully for over 10 years. A wide variety of vascular conditions are treated by the service. We have a state-of-the-art Hybrid theatre and a full range of vascular and endovascular procedures are performed. The post holder will benefit from a substantial existing practice in aortic aneurysm surgery, both EVAR and open, carotid surgery, arterial bypass and reconstructive surgery, and venous intervention.
We have an excellent collaboration between vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists and a surgeon-led EVAR service. There is also an open and endovascular diabetic lower limb salvage programme, giving opportunities for the post holder to expand and develop their open and endovascular practice and well established renal access service.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the job are to provide a comprehensive elective and emergency vascular service for the population of Gloucestershire, Swindon and North Wiltshire. The successful candidate will join a strong multidisciplinary team providing excellent outcomes in indexed procedures through robust team working.
Beyond regular clinics delivered across the Network and inpatient lists based at the hub in Gloucester, opportunities will be available to deliver endovascular lists, both arterial and venous and daycase lists including renal access surgery.
On call is delivered 1 in 7 with a split week (Monday to Friday and Friday to Monday). It is a consultant delivered service with robust support from a junior team, SDEC and hot clinics. Emergency operating is delivered through regular CEPOD lists with access to high quality mobile image intensification equipment beyond the Hybrid Theatre.
About us
We are a large organisation providing acute services from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in Gloucester and Cheltenham General Hospital to a population of 652,475 in Gloucestershire as well as caring for patients from surrounding counties and beyond.
The Vascular Network also provides acute and emergency services for the population of Great Western Hospitals in Swindon and North Wiltshire (344,000).
Our workforce is almost 8,000 strong and our caring and dedicated staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred, high quality emergency, elective and specialist care across a range of clinical areas.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision of providing 'Best Care for Everyone' and our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff, many of whom are world leaders in healthcare, teaching and research. You could make a real difference to our patients' lives by joining our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The purpose of this post is to augment and support the Vascular service for the residents of Gloucestershire, Swindon and North Wiltshire. As a senior employee of the Trust the post-holder will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trusts patients. Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements:- To ensure the provision of a first-class clinical service- To provide effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty- To sustain and develop teaching and research wherever appropriate- To undertake all work in accordance with the Trusts procedures and operating policies- To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trusts and Divisions services plans- To maintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Surgical Division or the Trust.
The appointment to this post has the following aims:- To join a team that provides comprehensive consultant-based, patient-centred management of vascular patients. The Trust is committed to providing equitable working conditions with colleagues for new appointments.- To share in a comprehensive rota for emergency and elective vascular care- To provide expertise and leadership within the Vascular Surgery Department of the Gloucestershire, Swindon and North Wiltshire Vascular Network based in Gloucestershire Hospitals. Including:o Comprehensive management of acute and chronic limb ischaemiao Open and Endovascular Aortic Surgeryo Specialist Diabetic MDT clinicso Hot clinics for limb salvage and carotid assessmento Peripheral Angioplastyo Superficial and deep venous intervention.o MDT attendance.o Service development- To contribute to the continuing development of the departments clinical, research and educational interests. Appropriate additional duties would be incorporated into the post-holders job-plan after initial job-plan review.- To contribute to the ongoing reconfiguration of Vascular Services in Gloucestershire.
The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a Consultant-led service.
Clinical responsibilitiesThe appointee will be expected:- To share responsibility for the delivery of high-quality care to the patients presenting to the department- To examine and treat patients on the shop floor of the Department- To support the clinical decision making of junior medical and nursing staff- To provide on call support out of hours. To attend the Department out of hours as per agreed protocols. To remain contactable and available when on call- To carry out ward rounds
Education and training- To provide conditions for improved training opportunities in line with national and local recommendations.- To participate in the undergraduate teaching programme.- To assist and participate with the development of postgraduate training for F1s, F2s, Core Trainees, STs and other staff as appropriate- Where agreed, to act as Educational Supervisor to junior and middle grade medical staff, being responsible for their appraisal and personal development planning. This would be agreed at initial job-plan review (6-12 months) and reflected in SPA allocation.
Opportunities exist to be involved with helping to develop the existing excellent training environment at GHFT. Furthermore, the hospitals are now part of the Three Counties Medical School offering a novel approach to medical training towards an MBChB degree from Worcester University.
Clinical Governance- To undertake all work in accordance with Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust procedures and operating policies- To attend accredited conferences and meetings to update personal level of clinical practice, teaching and management skills in line with CME/CPD requirements- To participate in an annual Job Planning Review process- To participate in the Trusts annual Appraisal process and to respond to any identified development needs.- To adhere to the Trusts Adverse Clinical Incident Policy
Research and Audit (as agreed with Service Line Director)- To promote evidence-based practice, respond appropriately to NICE guidance and to change own and others clinical practice in response to new clinical developments- To undertake and supervise relevant clinical audit topics- To be involved in risk management and quality assurance- To remain up to date and engaged in CME/CPD as per RCS guidelines- To respond appropriately to complaints and critical incidents- The post holder will be expected to take part in developing clinical audit in accordance with agreed Directorate and Corporate Clinical Governance programmes. These build on the considerable progress already made by the Trust in clinical audit and continuous quality improvement.
It is anticipated that the post holder will contribute in the research stream of their interest. Furthermore, there are formal research opportunities at Oxford University with whom our department has strong links through Mr Bulbulia.Leadership and management- To provide medical information for the development of systems appropriate for Trust needs- To participate in departmental consultant and senior staff meetings whilst remaining within the framework of the agreed strategy of the Trust and the Department- To attend other departmental, Divisional and Trust meetings as necessary- To attend regional and national meetings as necessary- To undertake all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policies
TeamworkThe Vascular team has an inclusive approach to team working and it is expected that the appointee would embrace this approach and would also be expected:
- To work within the framework of team decisions- To take a whole systems approach to working with the wider health community- To show initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility
AccountabilityThe post holder will be immediately accountable to the Service Line Director. Further line management is provided by the Chief of Service and subsequently the Medical DirectorThe post-holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital. This statutory duty is in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with the post.Finally, the post-holder is expected to:1. Observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations2. Observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff3. Be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The purpose of this post is to augment and support the Vascular service for the residents of Gloucestershire, Swindon and North Wiltshire. As a senior employee of the Trust the post-holder will work in close co-operation with, and support other clinical, medical professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trusts patients. Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements:- To ensure the provision of a first-class clinical service- To provide effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty- To sustain and develop teaching and research wherever appropriate- To undertake all work in accordance with the Trusts procedures and operating policies- To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trusts and Divisions services plans- To maintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Surgical Division or the Trust.
The appointment to this post has the following aims:- To join a team that provides comprehensive consultant-based, patient-centred management of vascular patients. The Trust is committed to providing equitable working conditions with colleagues for new appointments.- To share in a comprehensive rota for emergency and elective vascular care- To provide expertise and leadership within the Vascular Surgery Department of the Gloucestershire, Swindon and North Wiltshire Vascular Network based in Gloucestershire Hospitals. Including:o Comprehensive management of acute and chronic limb ischaemiao Open and Endovascular Aortic Surgeryo Specialist Diabetic MDT clinicso Hot clinics for limb salvage and carotid assessmento Peripheral Angioplastyo Superficial and deep venous intervention.o MDT attendance.o Service development- To contribute to the continuing development of the departments clinical, research and educational interests. Appropriate additional duties would be incorporated into the post-holders job-plan after initial job-plan review.- To contribute to the ongoing reconfiguration of Vascular Services in Gloucestershire.
The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a Consultant-led service.
Clinical responsibilitiesThe appointee will be expected:- To share responsibility for the delivery of high-quality care to the patients presenting to the department- To examine and treat patients on the shop floor of the Department- To support the clinical decision making of junior medical and nursing staff- To provide on call support out of hours. To attend the Department out of hours as per agreed protocols. To remain contactable and available when on call- To carry out ward rounds
Education and training- To provide conditions for improved training opportunities in line with national and local recommendations.- To participate in the undergraduate teaching programme.- To assist and participate with the development of postgraduate training for F1s, F2s, Core Trainees, STs and other staff as appropriate- Where agreed, to act as Educational Supervisor to junior and middle grade medical staff, being responsible for their appraisal and personal development planning. This would be agreed at initial job-plan review (6-12 months) and reflected in SPA allocation.
Opportunities exist to be involved with helping to develop the existing excellent training environment at GHFT. Furthermore, the hospitals are now part of the Three Counties Medical School offering a novel approach to medical training towards an MBChB degree from Worcester University.
Clinical Governance- To undertake all work in accordance with Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust procedures and operating policies- To attend accredited conferences and meetings to update personal level of clinical practice, teaching and management skills in line with CME/CPD requirements- To participate in an annual Job Planning Review process- To participate in the Trusts annual Appraisal process and to respond to any identified development needs.- To adhere to the Trusts Adverse Clinical Incident Policy
Research and Audit (as agreed with Service Line Director)- To promote evidence-based practice, respond appropriately to NICE guidance and to change own and others clinical practice in response to new clinical developments- To undertake and supervise relevant clinical audit topics- To be involved in risk management and quality assurance- To remain up to date and engaged in CME/CPD as per RCS guidelines- To respond appropriately to complaints and critical incidents- The post holder will be expected to take part in developing clinical audit in accordance with agreed Directorate and Corporate Clinical Governance programmes. These build on the considerable progress already made by the Trust in clinical audit and continuous quality improvement.
It is anticipated that the post holder will contribute in the research stream of their interest. Furthermore, there are formal research opportunities at Oxford University with whom our department has strong links through Mr Bulbulia.Leadership and management- To provide medical information for the development of systems appropriate for Trust needs- To participate in departmental consultant and senior staff meetings whilst remaining within the framework of the agreed strategy of the Trust and the Department- To attend other departmental, Divisional and Trust meetings as necessary- To attend regional and national meetings as necessary- To undertake all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policies
TeamworkThe Vascular team has an inclusive approach to team working and it is expected that the appointee would embrace this approach and would also be expected:
- To work within the framework of team decisions- To take a whole systems approach to working with the wider health community- To show initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility
AccountabilityThe post holder will be immediately accountable to the Service Line Director. Further line management is provided by the Chief of Service and subsequently the Medical DirectorThe post-holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital. This statutory duty is in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with the post.Finally, the post-holder is expected to:1. Observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations2. Observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff3. Be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full General Medical Council registration
- On Specialist Register for Vascular Surgery via: CCT or CESR-CP (Combined Programme) (proposed CCT/CESR-CP date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights, Consideration will be given to conditional offers for candidates within 2 years of their CCT date who commit to joining the service. Consideration will be given to candidates within 2 years of their expected CCT date where a conditional offer could be made pending achievement of the above essential qualifications.
Desirable
- Higher degree relevant to the specialty
- Teaching qualification Management/Leadership qualification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion on specialist problems in Vascular Surgery
- Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion on the breadth of Vascular surgical conditions
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Validated logbook indicating adequate and appropriate level of specialist Vascular and Endovascular surgical operative experience
- Training and experience in angioplasty and endovenous techniques.
Desirable
- Training and experience in renal access surgery, distal bypass surgery and endovascular intervention
Management & Administrative skills
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Audit and Clinical Governance Programmes
- Ability to manage and lead a surgical firm
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical and operative skills
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
Research Experience
Essential
- Ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
- Ability to supervise junior staff undertaking research projects
Desirable
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Communication skills, written and verbal
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to show initiative and enthusiasm
- Ability to work under stress
- Flexibility - able to adapt to changing circumstances
- Honesty and reliability
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GP's, nurses and other agencies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full General Medical Council registration
- On Specialist Register for Vascular Surgery via: CCT or CESR-CP (Combined Programme) (proposed CCT/CESR-CP date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights, Consideration will be given to conditional offers for candidates within 2 years of their CCT date who commit to joining the service. Consideration will be given to candidates within 2 years of their expected CCT date where a conditional offer could be made pending achievement of the above essential qualifications.
Desirable
- Higher degree relevant to the specialty
- Teaching qualification Management/Leadership qualification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion on specialist problems in Vascular Surgery
- Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion on the breadth of Vascular surgical conditions
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Validated logbook indicating adequate and appropriate level of specialist Vascular and Endovascular surgical operative experience
- Training and experience in angioplasty and endovenous techniques.
Desirable
- Training and experience in renal access surgery, distal bypass surgery and endovascular intervention
Management & Administrative skills
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Audit and Clinical Governance Programmes
- Ability to manage and lead a surgical firm
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical and operative skills
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
Research Experience
Essential
- Ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
- Ability to supervise junior staff undertaking research projects
Desirable
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Communication skills, written and verbal
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to show initiative and enthusiasm
- Ability to work under stress
- Flexibility - able to adapt to changing circumstances
- Honesty and reliability
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GP's, nurses and other agencies
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).
