Job summary
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of
the largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of
around 600,000 people. We are a high performing organisation with a track
record of success.
This is an exciting opportunity for Specialty Doctor role
for medical staff who wish to maintain and enhance their emergency medicine skills
and experience. You will be part of a vibrant and dedicated Emergency
Department (ED) team, working on the shop floor.
You will be given the opportunity to develop an interest in
trauma management and acute resuscitation.
There is an opportunity for the successful candidate to
explore a specialist interest relating to Emergency Medicine in their SPA time.
Further information is available.
There is a degree of flexibility with working hours; further
information is available from the department.
UK ED experience desirable
Main duties of the job
To act as Team Leader in the resuscitation of seriously
traumatised patients and those with critical illness.
To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day
management of the Emergency Department
To have responsibility for and actively participate in
continuing professional development (CPD) utilising a minimum of 1 PAs a week
for self-direct study.
The new appointees will be expected to join the middle
grade body in leading by example, managing the sickest patients, engaging with
the juniors to ensure safe and timely management and working with the nursing
staff to ensure adequate patient flow. They will not be left as the most senior
doctor in the ED.
For management purposes and use of resources the post
holders will be accountable to the clinical lead and will ensure the effective
and efficient use of resources allocated.
The appointee will be expected to provide cover when
colleagues are on annual and study/professional leave.
Research activities which are considered to be
an inherent part of normal clinical duties will be encouraged and limited
research funding may be available following successful application to the local
research & development
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the above:
Administrative duties the post holder will have
continuing responsibility at all times for the care of patients in his/her
charge and for contributing in the smooth running of the service.
The post holder will be responsible for the professional
supervision and management of junior staff to ensure standards of care are
maintained on the shop floor including Acute Care Practitioners and Physician
Associates.
The appointee will be expected to participate in the
teaching of medical staff and undergraduates attached to the Trust and in the
training of all grades of staff as well.
In house teaching for middle grades is actively encouraged
for personal professional development and there are various other teachings
held in trust.
It is expected that the appointees will actively and
regularly participate in Clinical Audit. Evaluation of the departments
performance against agreed measures will take place.
The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical
governance arrangements in line with national and local guidelines and in
respect of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Trust in accordance
with current best practice.
The appointees will be expected
to be involved in implementing the Trusts clinical governance programme. This
includes active participation in clinical audit, clinical guidelines/pathways,
professional development, appraisal and risk management.
Please see Job Description for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the above:
Administrative duties the post holder will have
continuing responsibility at all times for the care of patients in his/her
charge and for contributing in the smooth running of the service.
The post holder will be responsible for the professional
supervision and management of junior staff to ensure standards of care are
maintained on the shop floor including Acute Care Practitioners and Physician
Associates.
The appointee will be expected to participate in the
teaching of medical staff and undergraduates attached to the Trust and in the
training of all grades of staff as well.
In house teaching for middle grades is actively encouraged
for personal professional development and there are various other teachings
held in trust.
It is expected that the appointees will actively and
regularly participate in Clinical Audit. Evaluation of the departments
performance against agreed measures will take place.
The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical
governance arrangements in line with national and local guidelines and in
respect of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Trust in accordance
with current best practice.
The appointees will be expected
to be involved in implementing the Trusts clinical governance programme. This
includes active participation in clinical audit, clinical guidelines/pathways,
professional development, appraisal and risk management.
Please see Job Description for full details.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Completed at least four years full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis)
- Need to have at least 2 years full-time (or equivalent part time) of Emergency Medicine experience and competencies either as a doctor in training (or similar experience) in the NHS or overseas.
- Evidence of annual appraisal
Desirable
- Experience working in a UK Emergency Department
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to work flexibly with colleagues to provide services
- Able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, motivating and influencing others.
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, management and other agencies.
- Experience of teaching students and other members of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Management or teaching qualifications relevant to Emergency Medicine
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Involvement in audit or quality improvement projects relevant to Emergency Medicine
Desirable
- Evidence of research and publication in peer reviewed journals
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Must have x2 of:
- ATLS/ETC, ALS, APLS/ EPALs
- Plus, working towards completion of all x3 areas of life support courses.
Desirable
- MRCEM
- Instructor on life support courses
- Additional courses relevant to EM eg level 1 US, HMIMMS, NLS
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Full Registration with the GMC
- Leave to work in UK Evidence of compliance with standards of Good Medical Practice
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Completed at least four years full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis)
- Need to have at least 2 years full-time (or equivalent part time) of Emergency Medicine experience and competencies either as a doctor in training (or similar experience) in the NHS or overseas.
- Evidence of annual appraisal
Desirable
- Experience working in a UK Emergency Department
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to work flexibly with colleagues to provide services
- Able to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, motivating and influencing others.
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, management and other agencies.
- Experience of teaching students and other members of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Management or teaching qualifications relevant to Emergency Medicine
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Involvement in audit or quality improvement projects relevant to Emergency Medicine
Desirable
- Evidence of research and publication in peer reviewed journals
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Must have x2 of:
- ATLS/ETC, ALS, APLS/ EPALs
- Plus, working towards completion of all x3 areas of life support courses.
Desirable
- MRCEM
- Instructor on life support courses
- Additional courses relevant to EM eg level 1 US, HMIMMS, NLS
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Full Registration with the GMC
- Leave to work in UK Evidence of compliance with standards of Good Medical Practice
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)