Job summary
Job Title: Consultant Anaesthetist - (Substantive)
Department: Anaesthetics and ITU
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum
Programmed Activities: 10
Applications are invited to apply for a Consultant in Anaesthetics (paediatric/ regional ) at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
This post is to add to the current cohort of anesthetist's at MKUH. Additional programmed activities may be available, but these are subject to annual discussion and agreement and do not form part of the underlying contractual agreement. Applicants are required to be on eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
We reserve the right to close posts early if we receive a sufficient volume of applications. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Milton Keynes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Main duties of the job
Consultant Anaesthetist at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
The consultant appointment is a new post within the Anaesthetic team at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will provide a general anaesthetic elective and emergency service for a busy DGH hospital.
The post is a 1 in 13 non-resident on-call and will attract a 3% on-call frequency supplement. The department works flexibility in terms of lists and working days, however, this can be negotiated. An interest in paediatric anaesthesia and regional anaesthesia would be welcomed.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Outline
- To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide evidence-based care for all in patients. To liaise effectively and in a timely manner with surgical, medical, and nursing colleagues and all other health care agencies when appropriate
- To assist in the provision and development of a safe and effective Service and support the Trust in its aim to provide the best possible care to patients.
- To carry out all duties to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within that area of work.
- Cover for colleagues annual leave and other authorised absences.
- Participate in the General on-call rota.
- A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels.
- To carry out his/her duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunities policy at all times.
- To comply with Trust Health and Safety policies and maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff.
Teaching
- To assist in the professional supervision and management of trainee medical staff
- To organise and participate in teaching, examination and accreditation duties for undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity.
- To participate in the education and teaching of nursing and ODP staff
Research and Audit
- To be actively involved in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in continuing professional development
- To implement audit and research findings as appropriate
Management & Communication
- To participate in all aspects of Service Line and Hospital affairs, including attendance at Consultant Meetings and to represent the department on appropriate committees/working parties when required.
- To develop and monitor performance indicators for the anaesthetic and critical care service and implement action as necessary
- To assist in the effective handling of patients complaints
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Outline
- To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide evidence-based care for all in patients. To liaise effectively and in a timely manner with surgical, medical, and nursing colleagues and all other health care agencies when appropriate
- To assist in the provision and development of a safe and effective Service and support the Trust in its aim to provide the best possible care to patients.
- To carry out all duties to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within that area of work.
- Cover for colleagues annual leave and other authorised absences.
- Participate in the General on-call rota.
- A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels.
- To carry out his/her duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunities policy at all times.
- To comply with Trust Health and Safety policies and maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff.
Teaching
- To assist in the professional supervision and management of trainee medical staff
- To organise and participate in teaching, examination and accreditation duties for undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity.
- To participate in the education and teaching of nursing and ODP staff
Research and Audit
- To be actively involved in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in continuing professional development
- To implement audit and research findings as appropriate
Management & Communication
- To participate in all aspects of Service Line and Hospital affairs, including attendance at Consultant Meetings and to represent the department on appropriate committees/working parties when required.
- To develop and monitor performance indicators for the anaesthetic and critical care service and implement action as necessary
- To assist in the effective handling of patients complaints
Person Specification
Qualifications / Registration
Essential
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- Medical degree
- FRCA or equivalent
Desirable
- Further qualifications with a special interest
Knowledge
Essential
Clinical Experience
Desirable
- Special interest area (SIA) in paediatric anaesthesia
- Experience in conducting awake upper limb surgery
Communication Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in Human Factors and Crisis Resource Management for anaesthesia
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of organising and delivering teaching at under-graduate and postgraduate level
Desirable
- Ability to be able to appraise both trainees and other staff
- Evidence of Training in Medical Education
Leadership/ Management skills
Essential
- Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload
- Ability to motivate and develop training medical staff
Desirable
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the Anaesthetic Directorate
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole
- Demonstration of immunisation against Hepatitis B plus proof of HbsAg negative status
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register
- Will need to reside within 10 miles of the Hospital or half an hour's travelling time for on call commitments
Research and Audit
Essential
- Able to appraise research
- Understanding of Evidence Based Medicine
- Thorough understanding of the principles of audit
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals in the field of anaesthesia and Critical Care
- Participation anaesthesia based research
Experience/Training
Essential
- Postgraduate experience including higher anaesthetic training. (Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential and dedicated training)
Person Specification
Qualifications / Registration
Essential
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- Medical degree
- FRCA or equivalent
Desirable
- Further qualifications with a special interest
Knowledge
Essential
Clinical Experience
Desirable
- Special interest area (SIA) in paediatric anaesthesia
- Experience in conducting awake upper limb surgery
Communication Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively through good verbal and written skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in Human Factors and Crisis Resource Management for anaesthesia
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of organising and delivering teaching at under-graduate and postgraduate level
Desirable
- Ability to be able to appraise both trainees and other staff
- Evidence of Training in Medical Education
Leadership/ Management skills
Essential
- Ability to effectively organise and manage clinical workload
- Ability to motivate and develop training medical staff
Desirable
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the Anaesthetic Directorate
- To balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole
- Demonstration of immunisation against Hepatitis B plus proof of HbsAg negative status
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register
- Will need to reside within 10 miles of the Hospital or half an hour's travelling time for on call commitments
Research and Audit
Essential
- Able to appraise research
- Understanding of Evidence Based Medicine
- Thorough understanding of the principles of audit
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals in the field of anaesthesia and Critical Care
- Participation anaesthesia based research
Experience/Training
Essential
- Postgraduate experience including higher anaesthetic training. (Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential and dedicated training)
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).
