Job summary
We are looking to recruit a full-time Consultant to join our dynamic Emergency Medicine team at Basildon Hospital, as part of Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust (MSE), to support the development of adult and paediatric emergency pathways and services.
You will be based at Basildon Hospital within the A&E department with the opportunity to undertake some of the PA's (subject to agreement) at one of our sister hospitals (Southend Hospital or Broomfield Hospital).
You will be an established ED Consultant, or a fellowship trained SpR looking for your first consultant post. You will have full GMC registration or evidence of eligibility for full GMC registration, with appropriate/fellowship training in Emergency Medicine and in receipt of Certificate of Completion of training (CCT).
As part of the agreed job plan, you will be expected to join a 15 consultant on-call rota and have a flexible approach to job planning to support service requirements. Our on-site consultant cover is from 8am-11pm weekdays and 9am-10pm on weekends.
This role has an AAC interview panel scheduled for 26th April.
Main duties of the job
You will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of clinical practice that comes from working in a busy district general hospital, whilst developing your own special interest both clinically and non-clinically including; audit and research and also be responsible along with your consultant colleagues in responding to the rapidly changing Emergency Care Agenda of the NHS.
Your post offers a great opportunity to contribute to the innovative redesign of emergency services, with specific responsibilities within the development and redesign of paediatric emergency care services and is a strategic opportunity, ensuring excellence in quality, helping shape the future sustainability of clinical workforce across the region as part of the Essex Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP).
With a passion for patient care and safety, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding and awareness of clinical governance, with a desire to continually improve the patient experience.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be based at Basildon Hospital within the A&E department with the opportunity to undertake some of the PAs (subject to agreement) at one of our sister hospitals (Southend Hospital or Broomfield Hospital).
You will be an established ED Consultant, or a fellowship trained SpR looking for your first consultant post. You will have full GMC registration or evidence of eligibility for full GMC registration, with appropriate/fellowship training in Emergency Medicine.
As part of the agreed job plan, you will be expected to join a 15 consultant on-call rota and have a flexible approach to job planning to support service requirements. Our on-site consultant cover is from 8am-11pm weekdays and 9am-10pm on weekends.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be based at Basildon Hospital within the A&E department with the opportunity to undertake some of the PAs (subject to agreement) at one of our sister hospitals (Southend Hospital or Broomfield Hospital).
You will be an established ED Consultant, or a fellowship trained SpR looking for your first consultant post. You will have full GMC registration or evidence of eligibility for full GMC registration, with appropriate/fellowship training in Emergency Medicine.
As part of the agreed job plan, you will be expected to join a 15 consultant on-call rota and have a flexible approach to job planning to support service requirements. Our on-site consultant cover is from 8am-11pm weekdays and 9am-10pm on weekends.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty.
- Demonstrates good knowledge of the structures and culture of the NHS, roles, responsibilities and relationships across the MDT and the multi-professional team
- Knowledge and experience of supervising undergraduates, junior doctors and other staff
Desirable
- A minimum of 12 months experience within Paediatrics at SPR/ Specialty doctor level
- Active Involvement in Undergraduate, GP and Paramedical Education.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or Equivalent
- FRCEM or equivalent
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of training (CCT) at time of interview
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification - MSc, PhD, MD etc
- Post-graduate qualification - MSc, PhD, MD etc
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Problem solving ability
- Demonstrates understanding of NHS values and aims
- Must show capability of leadership and administration skills
Desirable
- Shows awareness of impact of practice on business aspects of the Trust
- Ability to advise on efficient and smooth runing of specialist service
- Demonstrate an understanding of current challenges and upcoming changes within both asult and paediatric emergency medicine
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty.
- Demonstrates good knowledge of the structures and culture of the NHS, roles, responsibilities and relationships across the MDT and the multi-professional team
- Knowledge and experience of supervising undergraduates, junior doctors and other staff
Desirable
- A minimum of 12 months experience within Paediatrics at SPR/ Specialty doctor level
- Active Involvement in Undergraduate, GP and Paramedical Education.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or Equivalent
- FRCEM or equivalent
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of training (CCT) at time of interview
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification - MSc, PhD, MD etc
- Post-graduate qualification - MSc, PhD, MD etc
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Problem solving ability
- Demonstrates understanding of NHS values and aims
- Must show capability of leadership and administration skills
Desirable
- Shows awareness of impact of practice on business aspects of the Trust
- Ability to advise on efficient and smooth runing of specialist service
- Demonstrate an understanding of current challenges and upcoming changes within both asult and paediatric emergency medicine
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
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).
