Job summary
Do you want to be part of a team where your
voice really matters, and everyone is equal?
Whether you are seeking your first post
after completing training or you are an established consultant seeking a new
challenge, we have your perfect role. We
are a diverse group of Emergency Consultants with many special interests and
new colleagues are actively supported to develop or expand their area of
specialist interest through personalised, flexible job plans.
Successful applicants will work as part
of a group of over 30 ED Consultants on a 24-week whole time equivalent rota to
provide senior medical staff on site presence 08:00-00:00 with weekend working
one in eight weekends.
The team works equally across 2 sites,
with Pinderfields Hospital being our Major Emergency Department and designated
Major Trauma Unit. Both Dewsbury and Pinderfields have 24/7 separate dedicated
childrens EDs.
Please
be aware that the Mid Yorkshire Emergency Departments plan to introduce on site
night shift working. There is ongoing recruitment to expand consultant numbers
to facilitate this. For new consultant starters there is an expectation that
they will be part of a future night shift workforce
Main duties of the job
The main
duties of the post will include:
Providing high quality care to patients attending the
Emergency Department
Ensuring that all patients receive rapid assessment,
treatment and clinical decision making supporting the sustained delivery of the
Emergency Care Standard
Providing clinical leadership and supervision to other
clinicians working within the Emergency Dept.
Participating in the development of the Trusts Emergency
Medicine service including QIPS, protocols and guidelines
Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with
clinicians both internally and externally
Providing and delivering educational opportunities at
undergraduate and postgraduate level
New consultant positions typically will take part in on-call
duties which are currently shared within the team on a 24-week rolling rota
with 3:24 weekend working, category A basis currently assessed as 0.9PA
Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space,
secretarial support, and networked computer facilities, are provided.
Supporting Professional Activities with at least a minimum of
1.5 SPA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with
the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the
service, such as teaching or departmental leadership roles.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is
offered on a less than full time (6 PA) basis.
Duties will
be based primarily on our Wakefield (Pinderfields) and Dewsbury sites although
all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on both
sites.
The main
duties of the post will include:
Providing high quality care to patients attending the
Emergency Department
Ensuring that all patients receive rapid assessment,
treatment and clinical decision making supporting the sustained delivery of the
Emergency Care Standard
Providing clinical leadership and supervision to other
clinicians working within the Emergency Dept.
Participating in the development of the Trusts Emergency
Medicine service including QIPS, protocols and guidelines
Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with
clinicians both internally and externally
Providing and delivering educational opportunities at
undergraduate and postgraduate level
New consultant positions typically will take part in on-call
duties which are currently shared within the team on a 24-week rolling rota
with 3:24 weekend working, category A basis currently assessed as 0.9PA
Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space,
secretarial support, and networked computer facilities, are provided.
Supporting Professional Activities with at least a minimum of
1.5 SPA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with
the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the
service, such as teaching or departmental leadership roles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is
offered on a less than full time (6 PA) basis.
Duties will
be based primarily on our Wakefield (Pinderfields) and Dewsbury sites although
all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on both
sites.
The main
duties of the post will include:
Providing high quality care to patients attending the
Emergency Department
Ensuring that all patients receive rapid assessment,
treatment and clinical decision making supporting the sustained delivery of the
Emergency Care Standard
Providing clinical leadership and supervision to other
clinicians working within the Emergency Dept.
Participating in the development of the Trusts Emergency
Medicine service including QIPS, protocols and guidelines
Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with
clinicians both internally and externally
Providing and delivering educational opportunities at
undergraduate and postgraduate level
New consultant positions typically will take part in on-call
duties which are currently shared within the team on a 24-week rolling rota
with 3:24 weekend working, category A basis currently assessed as 0.9PA
Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space,
secretarial support, and networked computer facilities, are provided.
Supporting Professional Activities with at least a minimum of
1.5 SPA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with
the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the
service, such as teaching or departmental leadership roles.
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state full GMC number. Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Emergency Medicine or recognised within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
Experience
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
- FRCEM
- Awarded a CCT in Emergency Medicine or equivalent or within 6 months of entry to the GMC Specialist Register
- Provider status in ATLS/ALS and APLS (or EPLS)
- Royal College of Emergency Medicine Level 1 Ultrasound competency
Desirable
- Instructor status in any ATLS/ALS /APLS (or EPLS)
- Dual accreditation in ITU/PHEM
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state full GMC number. Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Emergency Medicine or recognised within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
Experience
Desirable
- Computer literate
- Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Good time management.
Desirable
- Possess good organisational and personal management skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
- FRCEM
- Awarded a CCT in Emergency Medicine or equivalent or within 6 months of entry to the GMC Specialist Register
- Provider status in ATLS/ALS and APLS (or EPLS)
- Royal College of Emergency Medicine Level 1 Ultrasound competency
Desirable
- Instructor status in any ATLS/ALS /APLS (or EPLS)
- Dual accreditation in ITU/PHEM
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).
