Job summary
Applications are invited for a full-time Perioperative Medicine Fellow in the Department of Anaesthesia at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.This post is to start on 07.08.2024 for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding and dynamic ACSA-accredited anaesthetic department in a role designed to develop skills in all aspects of Perioperative Medicine. The post is for experienced doctors who have made a career commitment to Anaesthetics and who have a strong interest in Perioperative Medicine including Prehabilitation, Preoperative assessment, and Improving Surgical Outcomes. The Fellowship includes a minimum two half-day session per week of dedicated time for Perioperative Clinical work. This fellowship can support training in all aspects of Perioperative Pathways including Prehabilitation, Digital Innovation, Primary and Secondary Care Liaison, Shared Decision Making/ High Risk Preoperative Clinics, and Enhanced Recovery Pathways.
There are opportunities for the post holder to work towards CPET Accreditation in our POETTS accredited department. The successful fellow will be expected to participate in, or lead, QIP's including but not limited to PQIP and GIRFT targets, or other aspects of Perioperative outcomes which can be tailored to the post holder's interests.We anticipate this vacancy to be a popular post and may close before the advertised end date therefore early applications are encouraged.
Main duties of the job
The Fellow will participate in anaesthetic clinical duties on the Stoke Mandeville Hospital (SMH) and Wycombe Hospital (WGH) sites. This will generally include participation in the full shift, middle tier, out-of-hours Anaesthetic rotas which include include theatre, obstetric anaesthesia and/or ICM out of hours rotas.The successful candidate will be expected to display a high degree of self-motivation, professionalism and integrity and should be able to provide anaesthesia to a high degree of skill commensurate with a speciality trainee. They would work clinically under the day-to-day supervision of the Anaesthetic Consultants.The whole department holds regular teaching sessions, in-situ simulation sessions, MDT meetings, clinical governance meetings, journal club and other activities supporting clinical care and training. Successful candidates can continue with preparation for the FRCA examination if necessary. There is a rich audit and quality improvement program, and the department is participating in a number of NIHR-portfolio research studies. The Fellow will be encouraged and supported to be involved in these additional activities.The Fellow will be expected to contribute to the teaching and supervision of less experienced colleagues and run the teaching programme for the Preoperative assessment nursing team.
About us
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintaining full ALS certification is a mandatory requirement for the post.The post can support Anaesthetic trainees, in any stage of Anaesthetic training, from a minimum of 2 years Core training subject to prospective approval from local TPD, or as a post-CCT fellowship.
Daily Commitment:The Fellow will assist with the provision of the clinical anaesthetic services for elective and emergency surgical procedures, related investigations, and other procedures requiring general anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia, or sedation.
The post holder will be on-call for either obstetric anaesthesia, ICM or the emergency list in theatres in accordance with full shift rotas published each week in advance approximating to a 1:10 with prospective cover. 1:10 for long days (8am 9pm) and 1:10 for night duties (8pm 9am). Supervision, assistance or advice appropriate to the candidates level of experience is available at all times.
There is an expectation to respond in a timely fashion to emergencies and critically ill patients throughout the site.For more details on this role please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintaining full ALS certification is a mandatory requirement for the post.The post can support Anaesthetic trainees, in any stage of Anaesthetic training, from a minimum of 2 years Core training subject to prospective approval from local TPD, or as a post-CCT fellowship.
Daily Commitment:The Fellow will assist with the provision of the clinical anaesthetic services for elective and emergency surgical procedures, related investigations, and other procedures requiring general anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia, or sedation.
The post holder will be on-call for either obstetric anaesthesia, ICM or the emergency list in theatres in accordance with full shift rotas published each week in advance approximating to a 1:10 with prospective cover. 1:10 for long days (8am 9pm) and 1:10 for night duties (8pm 9am). Supervision, assistance or advice appropriate to the candidates level of experience is available at all times.
There is an expectation to respond in a timely fashion to emergencies and critically ill patients throughout the site.For more details on this role please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow.
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued.
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIOS & TRAINING
Essential
- MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
- Primary FRCA or equivalent
- Diploma in anaesthetisa or equivalent
- Current ALS Certification
- Full registration with GMC with the Licence to Practice in the UK
- Foundation 1-2 year or equivalent
- Completion of core training program related to ICM practice
Desirable
- Final FRCA MCQ
- Final FRCA SOE (or Equivalent)
- CCT/CESR or Equivalent in Anaesthesia
- Perioperative Medicine Diploma or MSc or equivalent
- MRCP
- Diploma in relevant Medical subspecialty
- ATLS, APLS or equivalent
- Specialty Training in Anaesthesia
- Additional years of anaesthetic experience at registrar/middle tier level.
Skills, Knowledge and Personal Attributes
Essential
- Delivering high quality anaesthetic /ITU care at middle tier/registrar level.
- Ability to work independently, manage own workload, good time management.
- Evidence of previous perioperative medicine experience or equivalent
- General competent Computing and IG skills
- Familiarity with hospital IT systems (eg: PAS, electronic POA, Graphnet)
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Prepared to be flexible in working patterns and to deputise on occasions for absent colleagues
- Good spoken and written English
- Highly developed Communication skills e.g. competent in dictating/writing concise informative letters
Desirable
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees Involved in design, delivery and/or quality management of teaching programs
- Involved in high quality improvement (Audit/QIP/Research) activities with evidence of Impact.
- Management training and experience
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Able to work across multiple sites
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow.
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued.
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIOS & TRAINING
Essential
- MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
- Primary FRCA or equivalent
- Diploma in anaesthetisa or equivalent
- Current ALS Certification
- Full registration with GMC with the Licence to Practice in the UK
- Foundation 1-2 year or equivalent
- Completion of core training program related to ICM practice
Desirable
- Final FRCA MCQ
- Final FRCA SOE (or Equivalent)
- CCT/CESR or Equivalent in Anaesthesia
- Perioperative Medicine Diploma or MSc or equivalent
- MRCP
- Diploma in relevant Medical subspecialty
- ATLS, APLS or equivalent
- Specialty Training in Anaesthesia
- Additional years of anaesthetic experience at registrar/middle tier level.
Skills, Knowledge and Personal Attributes
Essential
- Delivering high quality anaesthetic /ITU care at middle tier/registrar level.
- Ability to work independently, manage own workload, good time management.
- Evidence of previous perioperative medicine experience or equivalent
- General competent Computing and IG skills
- Familiarity with hospital IT systems (eg: PAS, electronic POA, Graphnet)
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Prepared to be flexible in working patterns and to deputise on occasions for absent colleagues
- Good spoken and written English
- Highly developed Communication skills e.g. competent in dictating/writing concise informative letters
Desirable
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees Involved in design, delivery and/or quality management of teaching programs
- Involved in high quality improvement (Audit/QIP/Research) activities with evidence of Impact.
- Management training and experience
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Able to work across multiple sites
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).
