Job summary
This Consultant appointment is new a post within the Urology team at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will provide a general urological elective and emergency service for a busy DGH hospital. We are particularly interested in subspecialist interest in (but not limited to) paediatric/adolescent urology or andrology, with the successful candidate also expected to deliver core urology services.
Current urology on-call cover is 1:6 weekdays (reducing to 1:8 with new appointments) and 1:12 weekends with cross cover of Bedford hospital (this cover arrangement is subject to change as consultant numbers increase).
Main duties of the job
Duties and responsibilities
To ensure the provision of an extensive urological service to the population, including Paediatrics, served by the Trust with responsibility for the diagnosis, treatment and aftercare of the patients, as well as meeting the changing needs of the local population.
To be responsible for the activities within her or his sphere of special interest.
To observe the Trust's agreed guidelines and procedures on clinical matters and to follow the local and national employment Human Resources Policies and Procedures.
To ensure adequate arrangements are in place for two-way communication between hospital staff involved in the care of the post holder's patients when necessary.
To be responsible for carrying out teaching and accreditation duties as required. This will involve contributing and participating in postgraduate and continuing medical education activities both locally and nationally.
To work with the Clinical Director and professional colleagues to ensure the efficient running and management of services.
Participate in clinical audit as part of clinical governance programme.
Liaising with other healthcare organisations, social services, General Practitioners, voluntary organisations and Hospices as required.
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
Please see the Job description and the Person specification.
Further Information
Candidates wishing to discuss more details of the post, please contact:Mr Robert McCormick, Clinical Lead, robert.mccormick@mkuh.nhs.ukMr Simon Ray-Chaudhury, CSU Lead for General Surgery & Urology, simon.ray-chaudhury@mkuh.nhs.ukDr Navreet Ghuman, Divisional Director for Surgery, navreet.ghuman@mkuh.nhs.ukDr Ian Reckless, Medical Director, Ian.Reckless@mkuh.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job description and the Person specification.
Further Information
Candidates wishing to discuss more details of the post, please contact:Mr Robert McCormick, Clinical Lead, robert.mccormick@mkuh.nhs.ukMr Simon Ray-Chaudhury, CSU Lead for General Surgery & Urology, simon.ray-chaudhury@mkuh.nhs.ukDr Navreet Ghuman, Divisional Director for Surgery, navreet.ghuman@mkuh.nhs.ukDr Ian Reckless, Medical Director, Ian.Reckless@mkuh.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- An appropriate higher surgical qualification e.g. FRCS (urol.) or equivalent
Desirable
Experience/ Training
Essential
- Subspecialist interest particularly in (but not limited to) paediatric/adolescent urology or andrology
- General training in Urology to specialist level or equivalent
- Ability to make decisions at consultant level
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- Sufficient leadership within an organizational and knowledge of national access targets
Desirable
- Breadth of experience within and outside specialty
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience in the multi-disciplinary management of patients
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Proven ability to work constructively in a team environment
Desirable
- Ability to be able to appraise both juniors and other staff
- Ability to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate doctors
Leadership Skills
Essential
- To motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
Desirable
- Interest in medical management
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the General Surgical directorate
- To balance individual requirements against those of the division and the Trust as a whole
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
- To accept management roles within the directorate as requested by the Clinical Director
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register
Desirable
- IT and computer skills
- Ability to drive a car
Health
Essential
- Be in good health
- Demonstration of immunisation against Hep B plus proof of satisfactory HbsAg negative status
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Registration
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)
- An appropriate higher surgical qualification e.g. FRCS (urol.) or equivalent
Desirable
Experience/ Training
Essential
- Subspecialist interest particularly in (but not limited to) paediatric/adolescent urology or andrology
- General training in Urology to specialist level or equivalent
- Ability to make decisions at consultant level
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and application of up to date evidence based practice
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- Sufficient leadership within an organizational and knowledge of national access targets
Desirable
- Breadth of experience within and outside specialty
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience in the multi-disciplinary management of patients
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
- Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Proven ability to work constructively in a team environment
Desirable
- Ability to be able to appraise both juniors and other staff
- Ability to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate doctors
Leadership Skills
Essential
- To motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
Desirable
- Interest in medical management
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of the General Surgical directorate
- To balance individual requirements against those of the division and the Trust as a whole
- Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
- To accept management roles within the directorate as requested by the Clinical Director
- Will be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remain on the Specialist Register
Desirable
- IT and computer skills
- Ability to drive a car
Health
Essential
- Be in good health
- Demonstration of immunisation against Hep B plus proof of satisfactory HbsAg negative status
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).
