Job summary
Consultant in Gastrointestinal Surgery, with aspecialist interest in Upper GI Surgery
We are seeking to appoint outstanding consultant surgeon colleagues to provide comprehensive elective upper GI service and fully competent emergency gastrointestinal service. We are looking to appoint one substantive and one fixed term (12 months) post, with a view to permanent.
These posts will principally be based in the Department of Upper GI Surgery at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, although travel to other sites in Leicester and to the Alliance peripheral hospitals will be required on occasion.
The new appointees will integrate into an 8 person team of Consultant Upper GI Surgeons, providing exclusive Upper GI emergency On Call for Leicestershire and Northamptonshire
Main duties of the job
The appointee will be expected to provide a high-quality service primarily in the management of Upper GI cancer, by participation in the weekly cancer MDT.
Emergency duties
The appointees will participate in a 1:8 on call rota, with overnight on call from home. Each week one upper GI and one colorectal consultant share the on-call duties, performing alternate 24 hour on call shifts. The weekend on call covers the period from Friday 0800 - Monday 1200. Each team (upper GI and colorectal) undertakes daily consultant-led ward rounds of all in-patients, both emergency and elective, under the care of all consultants in that team. Such a system allows us to optimise the management and perioperative care of emergency and elective patients.
About us
As one of the very largest NHS Trusts in the country, our contribution to our communities goes way beyond direct health; we are the largest employer in our region, we educate and train the staff of the future, we push research boundaries and with our £1bn turnover we are an economic engine for the wider East Midlands and beyond.
This is particularly exciting time for Leicester's Hospitals. Flagship projects include a new Children's Hospital, a new Maternity Hospital, a new Treatment Centre and two new Intensive Care Units. Equally importantly, we are going "paperless", with a £12m investment in our NerveCentre computer system to help our team deliver world class care.
We want to continue to improve everything that we do, so that we can achieve our Vision: Caring at its best for every patient, every time. Our Quality Strategy, "Becoming the Best", describes how we are doing that in a determined, targeted and systematic way, with our staff the champions of change and our patients not just beneficiaries but partners.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department;
Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences;
To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs;
Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;
Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;
Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;
In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.
The post-holder is expected to respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.
The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.
The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department;
Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences;
To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs;
Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;
Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;
Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;
In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.
The post-holder is expected to respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.
The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.
The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR or European Community Rights
Desirable
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
- Period of full time research leading to peer reviewed publications
- MD, ChM or PhD by thesis or equivalent higher degree
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Fully trained in General Surgery
- Fully competent in Emergency General Surgery
- Fully competent in Upper GI Surgery
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking & an analytical approach
- Understands evidence based practice
- IT Skills - ability to use web browser, excel, word etc.
- Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
Management
Essential
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities.
- Understanding of the wider health agenda and modern NHS
- Knowledge of clinical governance issues
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to organise own workload and be flexible
Desirable
- Awareness of service development issues
- Evidence of management and administration experience
- Management training on an accredited course
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that is adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
Desirable
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff.
- Ability to develop excellent working relationships with all team members
- Demonstrable enthusiasm and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Desire to further develop the post and the service provided
- Ability to plan strategically
- Ability to contribute at local and national policy
- Ability to deliver change
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
- Experience in and commitment to medical audit
- Evidence of recent audit activity
- Willingness to lead in audit and clinical governance issues
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities
Research
Essential
- Understanding and an interest in research
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
- Ability to critically appraise research and translate into clinical practice
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to assess clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR or European Community Rights
Desirable
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
- Period of full time research leading to peer reviewed publications
- MD, ChM or PhD by thesis or equivalent higher degree
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Fully trained in General Surgery
- Fully competent in Emergency General Surgery
- Fully competent in Upper GI Surgery
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking & an analytical approach
- Understands evidence based practice
- IT Skills - ability to use web browser, excel, word etc.
- Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
Management
Essential
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities.
- Understanding of the wider health agenda and modern NHS
- Knowledge of clinical governance issues
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to organise own workload and be flexible
Desirable
- Awareness of service development issues
- Evidence of management and administration experience
- Management training on an accredited course
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that is adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
Desirable
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff.
- Ability to develop excellent working relationships with all team members
- Demonstrable enthusiasm and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Desire to further develop the post and the service provided
- Ability to plan strategically
- Ability to contribute at local and national policy
- Ability to deliver change
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
- Experience in and commitment to medical audit
- Evidence of recent audit activity
- Willingness to lead in audit and clinical governance issues
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities
Research
Essential
- Understanding and an interest in research
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
- Ability to critically appraise research and translate into clinical practice
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to assess clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
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).
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).
