Job summary
Consultant inHIV and Integrated Sexual Health Permanent , 10 PAS + on-Calls Based at the Mortimer Market Centre
Following the retirement of the current post holder this unique opportunity has arisen to join afriendly, committed and highly motivated team of clinicians providing high quality HIV and Integrated Sexual Health Care at CNWL NHS Trust.
Based at the Mortimer Market Centre in Camden the post-holder will work closely with the consultant body and other members of the multidisciplinary HIV team to deliver high-quality and innovative HIV care. The NHS service works closely with the UCL research team; the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the promotion and recruitment to clinical trials.
The job includes an on-call commitment for in-patient advice of up to 1 in 5 and the post-holder will be granted an honorary contract with UCLH and access to the UCLH electronic health records.
The AAC will be held on 01/04/2025
Main duties of the job
Mortimer Market Centre
This post is based primarily in the Mortimer Market Centre in central London which has one of the largest HIV cohorts in the UK, with over 4,800 people attending for care. Those requiring in-patient care are admitted to the adjacent University College London Hospital (UCLH) site under the care of the Infectious Diseases Team with liaison support from CNWL staff. Specialist clinics include the Treatment Advice Clinic (TAC) which provides multidisciplinary support for people with complex needs.
Mortimer Market Centre is also one of the largest Sexual Health services in the country with more than 40,000 attendances per year. Most people attending the service self-refer, whilst others are referred by primary care, The UCLH Emergency Department and other medical specialties.
About us
About CNWL NHS FT
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest trusts in the UK, caring for people with a wide range of physical and mental health needs. We have approximately 7,000 staff that provide healthcare to a third of London's population and across wider geographical areas, including Milton Keynes, Kent, Surrey and Hampshire.
As a Foundation Trust we involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run and our future development. If you are interested in becoming a member of our Foundation Trust please visit our website.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference.
We can offer full access to a wide range of staff Benefits Discounts and Offers you can enjoy some listed but not limited to and some are open to your family too.
- Salary sacrifice schemes
- Sponsorship for International candidates
- Relocation allowance up to £8000 subject to policy requirement
- Study discounts for staff
- Flexible working
- Interest free loans season tickets and car parking
- Competitive Bank Rates
- Fitness and Wellbeing
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The post holder will undertake fixed clinical sessions as described in the job plan although a precise timetable, including sexual health or inpatient liaison, will be open to negotiation with the Clinical Director & HIV leads.
- The post holder will participate in the full range of consultant duties within the Mortimer Market Centre +/- UCLH with additional activities as required at Archway Clinic and Surrey site.
The appointee will be expected to collaborate closely with their consultant colleagues in the expansion and further development of the HIV service at MMC.
The consultant will ensure the implementation of agreed standards in clinical care in the HIV and GUM services in line with the Trust Clinical Governance policy. All consultants within the Care group including the post holder will work closely with the Clinical Governance Developer to ensure a high quality safe service is delivered at all times.
The post holder will participate in seminars, departmental meetings within the Mortimer Market Centre and UCLH as part of internal continuing medical education.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The post holder will undertake fixed clinical sessions as described in the job plan although a precise timetable, including sexual health or inpatient liaison, will be open to negotiation with the Clinical Director & HIV leads.
- The post holder will participate in the full range of consultant duties within the Mortimer Market Centre +/- UCLH with additional activities as required at Archway Clinic and Surrey site.
The appointee will be expected to collaborate closely with their consultant colleagues in the expansion and further development of the HIV service at MMC.
The consultant will ensure the implementation of agreed standards in clinical care in the HIV and GUM services in line with the Trust Clinical Governance policy. All consultants within the Care group including the post holder will work closely with the Clinical Governance Developer to ensure a high quality safe service is delivered at all times.
The post holder will participate in seminars, departmental meetings within the Mortimer Market Centre and UCLH as part of internal continuing medical education.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent and
- Full registration with the GMC
- CCT in Genitourinary and HIV Medicine or within six months of obtaining one
Desirable
- Diploma HIV Medicine
- Evidence of General Medicine CPD
General
Essential
- The highest ethical and professional standards, including appreciation of patient confidentiality
- The ability to work as part of a multi-professional team, receiving and giving advice and guidance to professionals in allied disciplines.
- The ability to keep accurate and complete medical notes.
- A commitment to continued personal professional development & training.
- A willingness to remain open to change according to changing service priorities
Desirable
- Evidence of successful leadership
- Evidence of commitment to MDT working
- Evidence of commitment to local service development
- Understanding of local, regional and national challenges facing HIV care
Clinical experience
Essential
- Excellent general medical clinical skills.
- Broad clinical expertise in HIV and GU Medicine
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Clinical expertise in the delivery of HIV in-patient care
- Clinical experience in managing viral hepatitis
Audit and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Experience of the clinical audit process and an understanding of its aims.
- Understanding of the clinical governance process.
- Experience in using Quality Improvement Techniques to implement change
Desirable
- Audit or quality improvement training
- Evidence of successful implementation of quality improvement activity
Research and Education
Essential
- A commitment to teaching in a clinical setting
- Previous experience of teaching medical students and non-medical staff.
Desirable
- Previous experience of research and commitment to supporting research activity in the service.
- ICH-GCP training
Management
Essential
- Evidence of successful management experience in a clinical service
Desirable
- Accredited management training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent and
- Full registration with the GMC
- CCT in Genitourinary and HIV Medicine or within six months of obtaining one
Desirable
- Diploma HIV Medicine
- Evidence of General Medicine CPD
General
Essential
- The highest ethical and professional standards, including appreciation of patient confidentiality
- The ability to work as part of a multi-professional team, receiving and giving advice and guidance to professionals in allied disciplines.
- The ability to keep accurate and complete medical notes.
- A commitment to continued personal professional development & training.
- A willingness to remain open to change according to changing service priorities
Desirable
- Evidence of successful leadership
- Evidence of commitment to MDT working
- Evidence of commitment to local service development
- Understanding of local, regional and national challenges facing HIV care
Clinical experience
Essential
- Excellent general medical clinical skills.
- Broad clinical expertise in HIV and GU Medicine
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Clinical expertise in the delivery of HIV in-patient care
- Clinical experience in managing viral hepatitis
Audit and Clinical Governance
Essential
- Experience of the clinical audit process and an understanding of its aims.
- Understanding of the clinical governance process.
- Experience in using Quality Improvement Techniques to implement change
Desirable
- Audit or quality improvement training
- Evidence of successful implementation of quality improvement activity
Research and Education
Essential
- A commitment to teaching in a clinical setting
- Previous experience of teaching medical students and non-medical staff.
Desirable
- Previous experience of research and commitment to supporting research activity in the service.
- ICH-GCP training
Management
Essential
- Evidence of successful management experience in a clinical service
Desirable
- Accredited management training
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).
