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Job overview
Applicants should be creative thinkers dedicated to moving the specialty of Emergency Medicine forward as the appointee is expected to contribute to the design of future services.
Our departments are vibrant and friendly. We are looking for colleagues to join our diverse team.
Applicants who have specialist interests such as Paediatric EM, Research or Ambulatory & Observational medicine are very welcome.
We have an excellent reputation as an ED which is committed to the development, education and training of Drs, Nurses and Allied Health Professions.
We host EM, ACCS, GPVTS & F2/1 trainees. In addition, we are also a training site for Medical Students from St George’s and Imperial Medical Schools as well as Physician Associate students.
Main duties of the job
The principal duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service to patients.
* To at all times, comply with the GMC’s guidance on ‘Good Medical Practice’ as amended or substituted from time to time.
* To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
* To undertake duties as defined within the attached job plan in so far as practicable and in agreement with your Clinical Director.
* To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable and effective use of Trust resources that you use and influence, and professionally accountable to the Medical Director.
* On commencement to ensure personal attendance at the Trust’s corporate Induction (or arranged Consultant Induction).
* To participate in the Trust’s Statutory & Mandatory training programme.
* To be responsible for the Clinical Management of in and out patients under your care.
Working for our organisation
The Emergency Medicine service is part of the Medicine Division which also includes the acute medical assessment hubs, Ambulatory care units, medical wards and specialty outpatients. Both EDs are currently developing a combined Same Day Emergency Care service at the front door of the department combining medicine and emergency medicine pathways – this is an innovative project that will be continuing for several months.
We are also one of the pilot sites for NHS 111 direct booking and streaming and re-direction process.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Alongside above main priorities responsibilities also include:
* Teaching, Training and supervision of junior Drs.
* Management & Governance.
* Various clinical shifts at both Epsom & St Helier sites covering 8am to 2245 7/7.
Person specification
Values and Behaviours
* Put the patient first by being happy, helpful, caring, respectful and patient.
* Always taking opportunities to improve, encouraging excellence.
* Work as one team - communicate, collaborate and share.
* Respect each other by being polite, pleasant and listening.
Qualifications and Training
* Hold a medical qualification or qualification registered with the GMC.
* Entry onto the Specialist Register for GMC or be within six months of obtaining CCT.
* Appropriate higher medical qualification i.e. MRCP/MRCS or equivalent.
* ALS, ATLS and APLS/EPLS provider status.
* MD or equivalent higher degree or evidence of relevant research.
* FCEM.
* Instructor status in ALS, ATLS and/or APLS/EPLS.
Clinical Experience
* High standard of clinical skill and expertise in the specialty.
* Able to contribute to the full range of skills required for the on call rota for the specialty.
* Experience in care of the full range of acutely ill and injured patients of all ages.
* Evidence of continuing medical education (existing consultants must demonstrate active participation in CPD).
* Sub-specialist interest in an area related to Emergency medicine e.g. in paediatric EM, Intensive care or trauma.
Management & Administrative Experience
* Audit/Research.
* Has attended a recognised management training event or will have such training on completion of CCT.
* Supervision of post graduate trainees.
* Personal time management skills.
* Clinical Governance.
* Ability to organise in patient and out patient waiting lists.
* Familiarity within issues of service organisation and development.
* Experience of managing budgets and staff.
* Qualification in management.
* Experience of change management.
Teaching Experience
* Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees.
* Ability to teach clinical skills.
* Commitment to teach doctors in training, therapy staff, nurses and medical students.
* Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates/post graduates.
* Experience of supervising junior doctors.
* Experience of teaching Lay groups and other staff groups.
* Ability to supervise postgraduate research.
* Qualification in teaching.
Research Experience
* Ability to contribute to change management.
* Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems.
* Ability to critically review research.
* Commitment to evidence based medicine.
* Publications in peer review journals.
* Experience of research, particularly in collaboration with other clinicians.
Language
* Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements.
Personal Attributes
* Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
* Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service.
* Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement.
* Commitment to continuing professional development.
* Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities to local, regional or national levels.
* Willingness to work with consultant colleagues and management to maintain and develop a comprehensive service.
* Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships.
Our mission: ‘to put the patient first by delivering great care to every patient, every day.’
There’s never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.
We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.
Further Information
**PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE STATED CLOSING DATE IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. IF YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU ARE ADVISED TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.**
**PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CONTACT ALL APPLICANTS VIA EMAIL AND NOT BY POST. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CHECK YOUR RECRUITMENT SYSTEM ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS. YOU CAN ACCESS THIS ACCOUNT VIA OUR WEBSITE > Work for Us > Current Vacancies > My Job Account.**
For new entrants into the NHS, your pay under the Agenda for Change or Medical & Dental Pay Bands, will normally be set at the minimum of the pay band as advertised.
If you apply for this position and do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed for interview on this occasion.
ESTH values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Employer we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.
Internal applicants from underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to seek development support such as work shadowing and interview skills coaching. Please contact the recruitment team for more information.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name: Amy Tullin
Job title: ED Service Manager
Email address: amy.tullin@nhs.net
Telephone number: 07881469676
Additional information: Dr Rob Tan Clinical Director EM, available via switch.
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