Job summary
Job overview
Applications are invited for the role ofPortfolio Pathway (CESR) Specialty Registrar in Anaesthesia (ST4 or equivalent and above) for an innovative, multi-trust, rotational programme recognised by the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA). The programme is based across 5 leading NHS trusts across central and NW London (LNWUH / Chelsea & Westminster / National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery / Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals / Hillingdon Hospital).
The advertised post offers excellent clinical experience with a wide and varied case-mix across all modules required for Stage 2 & 3 sign-off under the 2021 RCoA Curriculum. Completion of the rotation will therefore prepare successful candidates for application to the GMC forPortfolio Pathway in Anaesthesia.
Close support, educational supervision and mentorship are provided to postholders across each rotational site with all clinical and non-clinical components ofPortfolio Pathway application catered for.
Salary details : MN37 starting from £41,754-64,288 + 1A banding [50% basic salary supplementation]+ London weighting £2,162.00 per annum.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will work with their designated educational supervisor to design and develop a programme of clinical work that suits their individual professional goals and objectives. Doctors will also be required to contribute to departmental academic, teaching, clinical governance and audit programmes.
The post-holder must work professionally and courteously with patients, their relatives and representatives, and all staff members.
The post assumes a thorough understanding of the changes taking place within the NHS; the vision, the goals and the impact of these on the provision of care and training of trainee doctors in the NHS. The post-holder will work under the supervision of consultant colleagues and alongside senior managers within the Directorate to deliver the overall strategic agenda for surgery and anaesthetics in the clinical setting.
About us
Working for your organisation
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust will be the base employer, with rotations to partnering trusts listed above.
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond. Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
o Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
o St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
o Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
o Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To view the main responsibilities, please see the attached the Job Description and Person
Person Specification
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Evidence of research skills and experience
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training completed Publications in peer-reviewed medical journals or medical textbooks
Teaching & Training Audit
Essential
- Evidence of active participation within the last 12 months of QI/audit and teaching relevant to Anaesthetics or ICM Computer & IT Skills
Desirable
- Formal teacher/trainer qualification Evidence of leadership role(s) and management activity
Relevant experience in specialty/Subspecialty
Essential
- 36 months experience in Anaesthetics and Intensive Care Medicine (not including Foundation modules), of which at least thirty months is in Anaesthetics 1 year of anaesthetic/ICU experience in NHS
Desirable
- Experience in sub-specialty areas of Anaesthesia
Clinical Skills
Essential
- RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 1 equivalence sign off or equivalent experience (with supporting evidence at Portfolio Pathway application standard) or RCoA 2021 curriculum partial Stage 1 completion WITH RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 2 and Stage 3 signed off HALOs
Desirable
- RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 2 and Stage 3 HALO evidence Other sub-specialist interests (with supporting evidence at CESR application standard)
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification, GMC registration with license to practice, PLAB[if needed]. Primary FRCA or RCoA Equivalent test of knowledge https://www.rcoa.ac.uk/training-careers/training-hub/portfolio-pathway
Desirable
- Intercalated BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD (where research thesis not part of first medical degree) ALS, ATLS, APLS, EPALS or equivalent
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- 36 months experience in Anaesthetics and Intensive Care Medicine (not including Foundation modules), of which at least thirty months is in Anaesthetics 1 year of anaesthetic/ICU experience in NHS
Desirable
- Experience in sub-specialty areas of Anaesthesia
Language
Essential
- Highly proficient English language skills (written and spoken)
Desirable
Clinical skills
Essential
- RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 1 equivalence sign off or equivalent experience (with supporting evidence at CESR application standard) or RCoA 2021 curriculum partial Stage 1 completion WITH RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 2 and Stage 3 signed off HALOs
Desirable
- RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 2 and Stage 3 HALO evidence Other sub-specialist interests (with supporting evidence at Portfolio Pathway application standard)
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Evidence of research skills and experience
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training completed Publications in peer reviewed medical journals or medical textbooks
Portfolio Pathway
Essential
- Working knowledge of 2021 RCoA curriculum Working knowledge of portfolio pathway and application process
Person Specification
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Evidence of research skills and experience
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training completed Publications in peer-reviewed medical journals or medical textbooks
Teaching & Training Audit
Essential
- Evidence of active participation within the last 12 months of QI/audit and teaching relevant to Anaesthetics or ICM Computer & IT Skills
Desirable
- Formal teacher/trainer qualification Evidence of leadership role(s) and management activity
Relevant experience in specialty/Subspecialty
Essential
- 36 months experience in Anaesthetics and Intensive Care Medicine (not including Foundation modules), of which at least thirty months is in Anaesthetics 1 year of anaesthetic/ICU experience in NHS
Desirable
- Experience in sub-specialty areas of Anaesthesia
Clinical Skills
Essential
- RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 1 equivalence sign off or equivalent experience (with supporting evidence at Portfolio Pathway application standard) or RCoA 2021 curriculum partial Stage 1 completion WITH RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 2 and Stage 3 signed off HALOs
Desirable
- RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 2 and Stage 3 HALO evidence Other sub-specialist interests (with supporting evidence at CESR application standard)
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification, GMC registration with license to practice, PLAB[if needed]. Primary FRCA or RCoA Equivalent test of knowledge https://www.rcoa.ac.uk/training-careers/training-hub/portfolio-pathway
Desirable
- Intercalated BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD (where research thesis not part of first medical degree) ALS, ATLS, APLS, EPALS or equivalent
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- 36 months experience in Anaesthetics and Intensive Care Medicine (not including Foundation modules), of which at least thirty months is in Anaesthetics 1 year of anaesthetic/ICU experience in NHS
Desirable
- Experience in sub-specialty areas of Anaesthesia
Language
Essential
- Highly proficient English language skills (written and spoken)
Desirable
Clinical skills
Essential
- RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 1 equivalence sign off or equivalent experience (with supporting evidence at CESR application standard) or RCoA 2021 curriculum partial Stage 1 completion WITH RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 2 and Stage 3 signed off HALOs
Desirable
- RCoA 2021 curriculum Stage 2 and Stage 3 HALO evidence Other sub-specialist interests (with supporting evidence at Portfolio Pathway application standard)
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Evidence of research skills and experience
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training completed Publications in peer reviewed medical journals or medical textbooks
Portfolio Pathway
Essential
- Working knowledge of 2021 RCoA curriculum Working knowledge of portfolio pathway and application process
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).
