Job summary
The Department of Anaesthesia provides anaesthetic services in the main theatre suite that houses 7 theatres, an admissions lounge and post anaesthesia care unit (PACU). There is a second stage recovery area staffed to step down patients from stage one PACU and also care for day stay cases performed with local anaesthesia. All theatres, anaesthetic rooms and recovery bays are equipped with modern anaesthetic machines and monitoring devices with networking facilities. There are dedicated theatres for surgical emergencies and trauma cases including weekends.
The hospital provides comprehensive multidisciplinary surgical services that include General surgery, Orthopaedics, Trauma, Gynaecology, Urology and Ophthalmic surgery. There is also a weekly Paediatric and adult day-case Dental anaesthesia service. There are facilities to provide anaesthesia for Cardiology interventions, Radiological and Endoscopic procedures.
The Department works closely with the Critical Care Services in the hospital, which include an Intensive Care Unit. All beds are equipped with full monitoring facilities. Dedicated senior and junior intensive care staff provides medical cover for Critical Care around the clock. 5 Consultant Intensivists also work in Anaesthetics as a part of their clinical interest and Job-Plan.
Main duties of the job
Background to the post
The post is primarily for a general anaesthetist with a special interest in pain management, to work as part of the team, providing comprehensive anaesthetic services and pain management services to the North Middlesex Hospital. Any sub-specialty interest is welcomed and will be supported depending on the clinical services provided by the department. There is an on-call commitment and there is an expectation to be involved in education and training at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and as part of the Anaesthetics Specialty & Trust Doctors programme currently functioning.
About us
- Provide senior clinician services in anaesthetics and pain management as per job plan or as agreed within the Trust, and as required when on call.
- Work with consultant colleagues and nursing staff to ensure efficient use of Trust's resources and contribute actively to clinical governance in the department and to development of quality enhancement projects in the unit.
- Provide senior clinician services to area of special interest as per the job plan or as agreed within the Trust. This includes providing Anaesthetic services and working with colleagues to ensure the most efficient use of NHS resources.
- Show flexibility and undertake different appropriate clinical tasks within allocated DCC sessions at the request of the clinical manager, as the need arises.
- Actively participate in the Department's Teaching Programme and undertake supervision, teaching and training of medical trainees and other multi-professional staff, in line with guidance from the relevant Royal Colleges or specialty bodies.
- Actively participate in clinical guidelines development, audit and CPD.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Indicative Job Plan/Timetable
For a whole-time contract: the normal split is
- Direct Clinical Care: 5 PAs on average per week
(Clinical activity, clinically related activity, predictable & unpredictable emergency work)
- Supporting Professional Activities: 1.5 PAs on average per week
(CPD, audit and governance, teaching & research)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Indicative Job Plan/Timetable
For a whole-time contract: the normal split is
- Direct Clinical Care: 5 PAs on average per week
(Clinical activity, clinically related activity, predictable & unpredictable emergency work)
- Supporting Professional Activities: 1.5 PAs on average per week
(CPD, audit and governance, teaching & research)
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- FRCA or Equivalent
- CCT/CESR or equivalent in Anaesthesia and on the specialist register, or within 6 months of CCT date at the time of interview.
- Successful Completion of the RCoA recommended Advanced Pain Training (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Post Graduate degree
- FFPMRCA or equivalent
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients and relatives
- Potential to develop leadership skills
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Experience of service development and quality improvement initiatives
- Ability to work in a pressurised environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and participation of clinical audit
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Experience on providing high quality training and education to undergraduates and postgraduates
Desirable
- A strong desire to improve governance standards (evidenced by experience in risk management, perhaps)
- An understanding of current issues in medical education
- Experience with Simulator training
Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values
Other Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and an ability to relate to staff and patients.
- Knowledge of resource management issues.
- Ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Computer literate
- Willingness to work flexibly as part of a team
- GMC Registration
Desirable
- Ability to support and motivate staff during periods of pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- FRCA or Equivalent
- CCT/CESR or equivalent in Anaesthesia and on the specialist register, or within 6 months of CCT date at the time of interview.
- Successful Completion of the RCoA recommended Advanced Pain Training (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Post Graduate degree
- FFPMRCA or equivalent
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients and relatives
- Potential to develop leadership skills
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Experience of service development and quality improvement initiatives
- Ability to work in a pressurised environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and participation of clinical audit
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Experience on providing high quality training and education to undergraduates and postgraduates
Desirable
- A strong desire to improve governance standards (evidenced by experience in risk management, perhaps)
- An understanding of current issues in medical education
- Experience with Simulator training
Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values
Other Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and an ability to relate to staff and patients.
- Knowledge of resource management issues.
- Ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Computer literate
- Willingness to work flexibly as part of a team
- GMC Registration
Desirable
- Ability to support and motivate staff during periods of pressure
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).
