Job summary
An exciting opportunity to join the Acute Medicine team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals within the Division of Integrated Medicine and Emergency Care.
In addition to our Consultant vacancy we also looking for the right person to lead our services as the new Head of Acute Medicine. This role will be a 2 PA time commitment whilst also attracting a responsibility payment of £10K. The appointment of this role would be for a term of three years, subject to satisfactory annual reviews.
Our Emergency Village work is complete and we now have a modern Same Day Emergency Care department co-located to the Emergency Department, plus a large Acute Medical Unit and and Short Stay Unit situated above.
The Consultant team oversees and leads in the daily reviews of the medical take through these areas supporting and encouraging patient care being provided in the right place, first time ensuring national and local targets are recognised and achieved.
The service is staffed by a large team of Consultants, Registrars, junior doctors, ACP's and Physician Associates. The medical on call service is also coordinated through here that is staffed by a mixture of trainees and substantive colleagues. Many students also have their placements in the service making us a busy, fast-paced learning environment.
Please contact us to arrange an informal visit to meet the department and team.
Main duties of the job
Duties and Responsibilities as a Consultant
Maintain the knowledge and skills essential for fulfilling the job plan.
Responsible for the timely review of all medical patients attending the services.
Responsible to facilitate a rapid triage, assessment and discharge for the ambulatory patients and coordinate a clinic appointment if required.
Daily ward rounds and identifying morning discharges ensuring the patient is safely discharged from the department.
Administrative duties within the department.
Provide high quality care to patients including clinical leadership and supervision of junior medical staff..
To ensure adequate supervision of junior staff including break supervision and adherence to European Working Time Directive
Undertake re-validation as per the General Medical Council and will be required to undergo multi-source feedback and participate in reflective practice.
Adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
Attend Clinical Governance and take on leadership roles to support continuous learning and improvement.
Liaise with clinicians and managers within and outside of the department to address issues arising that affecting the service.
Participate in relevant audit and quality assurance processes.
Management of the department to maintain efficient and timely patient flow with specific reference to both local and national standards.
Contribute towards the teaching of medical trainees and students in the department
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for the full details of the main duties and responsibilities for the role of Consultant and also Head of Department
There are many opportunities within the Trust for leadership, research and education. We have strong links with Lancaster University and would support flexible job plans linked to other specialities and /or responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for the full details of the main duties and responsibilities for the role of Consultant and also Head of Department
There are many opportunities within the Trust for leadership, research and education. We have strong links with Lancaster University and would support flexible job plans linked to other specialities and /or responsibilities
Person Specification
Legal Requirements
Essential
- Inclusion on the Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion within 6 months of interview date
- Full registration with the GMC
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
Management Skills
Essential
- Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS
- Understanding of the management responsibilities of NHS consultants
- Participation in a management training course
Knowledge and Research
Essential
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of clinical governance and audit
Desirable
- A proven track record in self- directed research
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
- Effective teaching skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff
- Ability to motivate and inspire a multi-disciplinary team and work sensitively within teams and across organisations
- Involvement and evidence of implementation of service development and managing change in a healthcare setting
- Leadership skills- ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
Desirable
- Computer and IT skills
- Educational qualification or working towards.
Person Specification
Legal Requirements
Essential
- Inclusion on the Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion within 6 months of interview date
- Full registration with the GMC
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
Management Skills
Essential
- Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS
- Understanding of the management responsibilities of NHS consultants
- Participation in a management training course
Knowledge and Research
Essential
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of clinical governance and audit
Desirable
- A proven track record in self- directed research
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
- Effective teaching skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff
- Ability to motivate and inspire a multi-disciplinary team and work sensitively within teams and across organisations
- Involvement and evidence of implementation of service development and managing change in a healthcare setting
- Leadership skills- ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
Desirable
- Computer and IT skills
- Educational qualification or working towards.
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).
