Job summary
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The department provides a 24-hour service and is currently seeing around 115,000 patient attendances a year. The department performs well against national standards. We continually strive to improve further through the re-design of early patient assessment pathways, earlysenior assessment and new ambulatory and short stay programmes.
The Trust Doctor will be part of and contribute to an existing motivated, driven and enthusiastic team of ED Medical Practitioners providing excellent clinical care to patients. The ED team are valued highly by the Trust. The Trust is acutely aware of the intensity and demands within the Emergency Department and provides support to its staff on all levels
Main duties of the job
- Rapid Assessment and Focused Treatment (RAFT)
- Rotation within the developing Clinical Decision Unit to support patients in this area
- Acting as the 'Lead Registrar' in the role of EPIC (Emergency Physician in Charge) and the most senior clinician in the department overnight.
- Assessment of priority calls - paediatric and adult, medical and traumaAllocation of staff to appropriate areas when acting in capacity of EPIC (in the absence of the consultants at night)
- Prompt completion of discharge summaries and outpatient letters
- Attendance at / participation in departmental teaching
- Compliance with full-shift rota
About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nurseryat Kingston Hospital,wellbeingpractitioners,regular wellbeing classes,dedicatedstaffphysiotherapist, comprehensiveoccupationalhealth services, 24/7employeeassistanceprogramme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on this position and the full person specification please see attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details on this position and the full person specification please see attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Current ALS certificate
- Current ATLS certificate
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
- APLS
- MRCEM
- Any postgraduate qualification relevant to Emergency Medicine
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post registration experience.
- At least 12 months must have been worked in Emergency Medicine and in a healthcare system similar to that of the UK.
- Reliable Work Record
Desirable
- Additional experience in acute specialities
- Previous experience working in the NHS
Competencies
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of ACCS EM competences (See RCEM Curriculum for competencies)
Desirable
- Evidence demonstrating competencies via satisfactory workplace based assessments of clinical performance (DOPs, Mini-CEX, CBD, ACAT) and Multi Source Feedback or equivalent
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and evidence of participation in quality improvement activities.
- Commitment to continuing medical education.
Desirable
- Evidence of undergraduate or post graduate teaching experience
- Evidence of participation in research or publication in peer reviewed journals
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Enquiring, critical and flexible approach to work
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Current ALS certificate
- Current ATLS certificate
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable
- APLS
- MRCEM
- Any postgraduate qualification relevant to Emergency Medicine
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years post registration experience.
- At least 12 months must have been worked in Emergency Medicine and in a healthcare system similar to that of the UK.
- Reliable Work Record
Desirable
- Additional experience in acute specialities
- Previous experience working in the NHS
Competencies
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of ACCS EM competences (See RCEM Curriculum for competencies)
Desirable
- Evidence demonstrating competencies via satisfactory workplace based assessments of clinical performance (DOPs, Mini-CEX, CBD, ACAT) and Multi Source Feedback or equivalent
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and evidence of participation in quality improvement activities.
- Commitment to continuing medical education.
Desirable
- Evidence of undergraduate or post graduate teaching experience
- Evidence of participation in research or publication in peer reviewed journals
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Enquiring, critical and flexible approach to work
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).
