A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
Interview date to be determined
UHCW operates a full MTC Emergency Department with a Co-located same day emergency care centre serving the needs of the local community. A successful candidate would work with both departments in a 50:50 split between ED and SDEC. The post is a fixed term offering of one year. The SDEC is currently operated by the Acute Medical Department and a successful candidate would work with both teams within the remit of an Emergency Medicine CCT.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.
1. Take ongoing responsibility for patients under their care.
2. Participate in the development of the emergency medicine and SDEC service treatment protocols and guidelines and the greater knowledge in the management of emergency medical conditions.
3. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialities and participate in regular clinical meetings and other postgraduate activities.
4. Participate in the on-call rota on an equal basis with Consultant colleagues and provide regular shop floor cover to ensure that appropriate emergency services are provided out of normal working hours.
5. Act in the capacity of trauma team leader for all trauma calls as part of Major Trauma Centre (MTC) provision arrangements.
6. Take responsibility for the professional supervision and development of trainee doctors within the speciality, to include appraisal.
7. Develop and maintain good communications with General Practitioners and appropriate external agencies.
8. Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit. This will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice.
9. Ensure own practice is up to date. This will involve taking responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trust’s Performance and Annual Review system.
10. Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
For more information on this role, please kindly refer to the job description and person specification.
1. Take ongoing responsibility for patients under their care.
2. Participate in the development of the emergency medicine and SDEC service treatment protocols and guidelines and the greater knowledge in the management of emergency medical conditions.
3. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialities and participate in regular clinical meetings and other postgraduate activities.
4. Participate in the on-call rota on an equal basis with Consultant colleagues and provide regular shop floor cover to ensure that appropriate emergency services are provided out of normal working hours.
5. Act in the capacity of trauma team leader for all trauma calls as part of Major Trauma Centre (MTC) provision arrangements.
6. Take responsibility for the professional supervision and development of trainee doctors within the speciality, to include appraisal.
7. Develop and maintain good communications with General Practitioners and appropriate external agencies.
8. Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit. This will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice.
9. Ensure own practice is up to date. This will involve taking responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trust’s Performance and Annual Review system.
10. Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers.
11. Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.
12. Take responsibility for improving and complying with infection control practices.
13. Ensure that all Trust-wide standards are maintained to improve the quality of total care to all who come into contact with services provided by University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
14. The post holder is required to act in accordance with local policies agreed by the Trust and the Medical Negotiating Committee.
15. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults is your responsibility. Familiarisation with and adherence to UHCW Safeguarding policies and Coventry and Warwickshire Safeguarding Board procedures is an essential.
This advert closes on Wednesday 16 Apr 2025