Locum Consultant Anaesthesia with an interest in Paediatric Cardiac
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Locum Consultant in Anaesthesia with an interest in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia
Applications are invited for a whole-time Locum Consultant in Anaesthesia with an interest in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia. We are looking for proactive, motivated, forward-thinking, and dynamic individuals to join our clinical team. This post is an important part of our ongoing development of Paediatric Congenital services in UHL NHS Trust, offering the successful applicant the opportunity to work closely with the existing Anaesthetic Consultants to provide a high standard of care across Paediatric and Adult Congenital services.
We are seeking consultants with dedication, determination, and drive to work closely with colleagues throughout the organisation and you will benefit from the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of brilliant patient care.
Main duties of the job
1. To provide anaesthesia for each of the fixed/flexible theatre sessions for paediatric patients undergoing cardiothoracic, catheter laboratory, or general procedures. Adult sessions will be available by mutual agreement.
2. To participate in the paediatric cardiac consultant On-Call Rota on a 1 in 4 basis.
3. To participate in pre-assessment clinics and MDT meetings.
4. Deliver a high-quality anaesthetic service, supporting the department with a positive attitude towards flexible working.
5. Work with the acute pain team to provide safe and effective postoperative analgesia to patients in relation to Paediatrics.
6. Supervise and train junior anaesthetic medical staff.
7. Participate in clinical teaching of both undergraduates and postgraduates studying towards the FRCA examination.
8. Develop the EMCHC Anaesthetic Service along with the other Consultants at UHL.
9. Attend and actively contribute to management meetings both within the Directorate and Trust-wide.
10. Participate in and contribute to the clinical governance process to ensure good standards of practice as prescribed by the GMC guidance on good practice.
11. Undertake Clinical Audit as relevant to the needs of the department.
12. Work with the Quality and Safety team to enhance patient safety.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
* Full GMC registration
* MB;BS or Equivalent
* Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.
* MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent
* Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
* Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
* BSE/ACTA TOE Exam
Experience / Clinical Skills
* Fully trained in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia.
* Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan.
* Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems.
* Demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach.
* Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest.
* Significant experience in general Paediatric Anaesthesia.
* Experience in paediatric/congenital TOE.
* Experience in PICU.
Communication Skills
* Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
* To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others' perspectives and treat others with understanding.
* Demonstrable track record of successful change management.
* Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment.
* Understanding and interest in research.
* Ability to appraise research critically.
* Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
* Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
* Participation in a quality improvement programme.
* Experience of quality improvement work and audit.
* Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
* Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality.
* Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
* Published Audit including quality improvement.
Teaching
* Experience of and a commitment to training/teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
* Appraisal and assessment skills & ability to assess clinical competencies.
* Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
* Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching.
Equality & Diversity
* Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
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.
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