Job summary
The Trust Grade Doctor will be expected to attend the outpatient Lipid clinics (Friday mornings and afternoon at Glenfield Hospital). The appointee is expected to contribute in running the services of Lipid Virtual Clinic (at least 2 sessions per week). The person is expected to attend the day ward where dynamic function tests are performed (Thursday morning Leicester General Hospital) They will be the duty biochemist for one day a week and help in the laboratory in method validation and other relevant areas for one day a week (LRI). The Trust Grade Doctor will help liaise with the ward Medical Staff and follow up cases of biochemical interest under the guidance of one or other of the Consultants.
The doctor can get involved in research. There are excellent opportunities that will lead to high impact papers. The above is negotiable and part time working is available.
Main duties of the job
The main role will be undertaking lipid clinics and helping to conduct day ward and laboratory work. There are no on call commitments. This opportunity would suit a full time or 0.8 WTE
About us
Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description: The Trust Grade doctor will, during his/her contracted hours, perform such duties as may be delegated by the Senior Medical Staff in Chemical Pathology. In the main, these will consist of the duties defined below.
Attending the outpatient Lipid Clinic (Friday morning and afternoon at Glenfield Hospital) and undertaking duties to support the Consultant.
Contribution to the running of the Lipid Virtual Clinic in line with service needs (at least 2 sessions per week) is also.
Attending the Day Ward (Thursday morning at Leicester General Hospital) where our dynamic function tests are performed.
Acting as Duty Biochemist (at least one day per week at Leicester Royal Infirmary) and helping in the laboratory in method validation and other relevant areas.
Liaising with the ward Medical Staff and following up cases of biochemical interest under the guidance of one of the Consultants.
Research opportunities leading to high impact papers are available in line with the post holders timetable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description: The Trust Grade doctor will, during his/her contracted hours, perform such duties as may be delegated by the Senior Medical Staff in Chemical Pathology. In the main, these will consist of the duties defined below.
Attending the outpatient Lipid Clinic (Friday morning and afternoon at Glenfield Hospital) and undertaking duties to support the Consultant.
Contribution to the running of the Lipid Virtual Clinic in line with service needs (at least 2 sessions per week) is also.
Attending the Day Ward (Thursday morning at Leicester General Hospital) where our dynamic function tests are performed.
Acting as Duty Biochemist (at least one day per week at Leicester Royal Infirmary) and helping in the laboratory in method validation and other relevant areas.
Liaising with the ward Medical Staff and following up cases of biochemical interest under the guidance of one of the Consultants.
Research opportunities leading to high impact papers are available in line with the post holders timetable.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS experience
- Previous experience working in department with embedded laboratories
- Experience of working within a Chemical Pathology/ Metabolic Medicine role
Performance
Essential
- Evidence of independant patient care
- Evidence of working with MDT
Research
Essential
- Evidence of research contribution
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS experience
- Previous experience working in department with embedded laboratories
- Experience of working within a Chemical Pathology/ Metabolic Medicine role
Performance
Essential
- Evidence of independant patient care
- Evidence of working with MDT
Research
Essential
- Evidence of research contribution
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
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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).
