Job summary
Consultant Endocrinologist
Applications are invited for whole-time substantive consultant in Endocrinology.
This is a replacement post, which will enhance the current establishment of NHS and academic staff of the Department of Endocrinology.
This Teaching Hospital NHS Endocrinology Post is to join the three existing dedicated Endocrinologists at Leicester Royal Infirmary to help run the specialist secondary and tertiary Endocrine Services in Leicestershire. This post has no commitment to diabetes or base ward general medicine and there is scope for the development of sub-specialty clinics, teaching and research depending on the candidate's interest.
Applicants must already be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of the interview date have a certificate of completion of specialist training.
As this post is regulated by the Protection of Children Act 1999, The Criminal Justice Courts Act 2000 and / or the Care Standards Act 2000 an enhanced disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)will be undertaken
The successful appointee will be expected to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and clinical audit as well as research. They will be required to undertake management duties and work in a multidisciplinary team.
The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust consists of three acute teaching hospitals serving the population of Leicestershire. It is fully committed to Continuing Medical Education for consultants.
Main duties of the job
The appointment will be full time. Any consultant who is unable for personal reasons, to work full-time, will be eligible to be considered for the post. There is the possibility of some sessions being from home if it is difficult for the preferred candidate to be in Leicester 5 days. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with consultant colleagues.
There is a mentorship scheme for all new consultant staff, this is designed to help and assist new appointees to settle into working at UHL as easily as possible. It is designed to assist individuals in a personal way to familiarise them with the Trust and how things work in practice.
About us
UHL'spurposeis to deliver "Caring at its best" for all the people who visit Leicester's hospitals, either as patients, the public or as staff.
As one of the largest and busiest teaching hospitals, ourvisionis to move from where we are now to where we want to be. Locally known as the journey from 'Good to Great'.
In undertaking this role you are expected at all times to behave in accordance with ourTrust valueswhich demonstrate your commitment to the delivery of high quality services to patients. This will be in accordance with agreed objectives, targets, quality standards, controls and resource constraints.
Ourvaluesare:
Wetreatpeoplehow we would like to be treated.
Wedowhat we say we are going to do
Wefocuson what matters most
We areone teamand we are best when we work together
We arepassionateandcreativein our work
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will have training and specialist certification in Endocrinology & Diabetes Mellitus and General (internal) Medicine and will provide a safe and effective specialist Endocrinology service for UHL while participating fully in the acute general medicine service.
BACKGROUND
This is a permanent replacement post in the Endocrinology Department. The Department of Endocrinology sits within the Specialist Medicine Clinical Business Unit of the Trusts Emergency and Specialist Medicine CMG. The purpose of the post is to join Dr Narendra Reddy, Dr Miles Levy, and Dr Shailesh Gohil as our fourth committed endocrinologist thus continuing the delivery of a dedicated high class tertiary endocrinology service to the people of Leicestershire. It is anticipated the post holder will also take part in the acute medical take. There is no commitment to general medical wards or diabetes.
OTHER DUTIES
The successful candidate will be required to undertake managerial duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of their Clinical Department. Adequate consulting-office space and IT equipment will be made available within the LRI Department of Endocrinology. Adequate secretarial and clinic coordinator support will be provided. The successful candidate will participate fully in the Trusts annual Consultant Appraisal process.The successful candidate will be required to work in a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will have training and specialist certification in Endocrinology & Diabetes Mellitus and General (internal) Medicine and will provide a safe and effective specialist Endocrinology service for UHL while participating fully in the acute general medicine service.
BACKGROUND
This is a permanent replacement post in the Endocrinology Department. The Department of Endocrinology sits within the Specialist Medicine Clinical Business Unit of the Trusts Emergency and Specialist Medicine CMG. The purpose of the post is to join Dr Narendra Reddy, Dr Miles Levy, and Dr Shailesh Gohil as our fourth committed endocrinologist thus continuing the delivery of a dedicated high class tertiary endocrinology service to the people of Leicestershire. It is anticipated the post holder will also take part in the acute medical take. There is no commitment to general medical wards or diabetes.
OTHER DUTIES
The successful candidate will be required to undertake managerial duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of their Clinical Department. Adequate consulting-office space and IT equipment will be made available within the LRI Department of Endocrinology. Adequate secretarial and clinic coordinator support will be provided. The successful candidate will participate fully in the Trusts annual Consultant Appraisal process.The successful candidate will be required to work in a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
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
- MB BS or Equivalent.
- Full GMC Registration.
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent.
- Current BLS Certification.
Experience / Clinical Skills:
Essential
- Fully trained in Diabetology, Endocrinology & Acute Medicine.
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems.
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
Management:
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
Communication Skills:
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
- To be empathetic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
- Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence.
Motivation:
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.
Research:
Essential
- Ability to appraise research critically.
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
- Evidence of recent research and development activity.
Teaching:
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to asses clinical competencies.
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
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
- MB BS or Equivalent.
- Full GMC Registration.
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent.
- Current BLS Certification.
Experience / Clinical Skills:
Essential
- Fully trained in Diabetology, Endocrinology & Acute Medicine.
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems.
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
Management:
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles.
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
Communication Skills:
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
- To be empathetic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
- Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence.
Motivation:
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability.
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff.
Research:
Essential
- Ability to appraise research critically.
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
- Evidence of recent research and development activity.
Teaching:
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to asses clinical competencies.
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
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).
