Job summary We invite candidates to apply for the position of Clinical Fellow in Critical Care, with an interest in Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine. This is a 6-month post (potentially extendable to 12-months), based at Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital (BNHH) working within Anaesthetic and Critical Care Service supporting one of the largest Peritoneal Malignancy units in the world. This is an excellent opportunity to be embedded in a large tertiary surgical service and to further skills in the perioperative care of major surgical patients. The successful applicant would be expected to deliver full on call pattern within Critical Care and then an even split between Anaesthetics and Critical Care for the remainder of the shifts. Anaesthetic shifts will exclusively be in either Peritoneal Malignancy or Hepatobiliary theatres. Applicants can expect to gain experience in managing these patients at all points in the perioperative journey. From a practical procedures point of view the vast majority of these patients receive thoracic epidurals, and full invasive monitoring including subclavian CVC lines. There are also opportunities to learn and develop ultrasound skills alongside experienced trainers in FUSIC Heart, and Lung modules. Main duties of the job A formal job plan will be agreed between the appointee and the clinical supervisor. The clinical duties will include those normally expected of a Clinical Fellow in a Critical Care unit of any general hospital in the United Kingdom. Resident on-call availability is required, which is supported by a dedicated consultant support from home. The working pattern is compliant with the European Working Time Directive. Total direct clinical care hours averaged over 6 weeks will not exceed 48 hours per week. Prospective cover for colleagues' annual leave is required. There is potential for working more or less than this to suit individual circumstances. In daytime hours the role will be split between theatres and Critical Care. About us Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer. The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust. Tackling Climate Change: Hampshire Hospitals aims to embed sustainability and net zero carbon principles into the delivery of care across all its services. To find out more, searchHHFT Climate Actionor contactclimateactionhhft.nhs.uk. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 to £70,425 a year Depending on experience MT04 - MT05 Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 251-MD24146 Job locations Basingstoke Basingstoke RG24 9NA Job description Job responsibilities The successful applicant will be expected to: Provide daily assessment and management of ICU/HDU patients as directed by the senior clinical team. Performing invasive procedures, including arterial lines, central venous catheters, chest drains and lumbar punctures, all under supervision until competent. Attending cardiac arrest, emergency & trauma calls. Reviewing critical care referrals from the emergency department, theatres and wards, and liaising with admitting team. Learning, developing and applying ultrasound skills in critical care. BNHH has 18 critical care beds and receives over 1,000 critical care admissions each year. We routinely manage complex surgical patients, as the hospital is a tertiary referral centre for peritoneal malignancy surgery and resectional hepatobiliary work. We also manage complex cardiology patients, as the hospital is the Trust hub for cardiology, with a 24/7 PPCI service. The Trust is keen to attract the highest calibre of trainee doctors. It realises that to maintain that aim for the future the quality of teaching and training must be of the highest order. Consultant staff are responsible for the training and supervision of all junior medical staff and time is expected to be regularly allocated to their teaching. Job description Job responsibilities The successful applicant will be expected to: Provide daily assessment and management of ICU/HDU patients as directed by the senior clinical team. Performing invasive procedures, including arterial lines, central venous catheters, chest drains and lumbar punctures, all under supervision until competent. Attending cardiac arrest, emergency & trauma calls. Reviewing critical care referrals from the emergency department, theatres and wards, and liaising with admitting team. Learning, developing and applying ultrasound skills in critical care. BNHH has 18 critical care beds and receives over 1,000 critical care admissions each year. We routinely manage complex surgical patients, as the hospital is a tertiary referral centre for peritoneal malignancy surgery and resectional hepatobiliary work. We also manage complex cardiology patients, as the hospital is the Trust hub for cardiology, with a 24/7 PPCI service. The Trust is keen to attract the highest calibre of trainee doctors. It realises that to maintain that aim for the future the quality of teaching and training must be of the highest order. Consultant staff are responsible for the training and supervision of all junior medical staff and time is expected to be regularly allocated to their teaching. Person Specification Professional Qualifications Essential Licence to practice & full registration with GMC Life support course successfully completed (e.g. ALS/ILS/PALS/ATLS) MB ChB or equivalent Previous training in Critical Care and Anaesthesia equivalent to completion of Core Training in Anaesthesia. Desirable Post graduate exam success (e.g. MRCP, FRCA, FFICM) Life support course instructor Clinical Experience & Knowledge Essential Significant experience of clinical working since medical qualification (including foundation years) Able to lead teams in a resuscitation environment Interest in post of care ultrasound Worked in the UK's NHS Independent practice of rapid sequence intubation Desirable Experience of bronchoscopy Experience of point of care ultrasound Previous Research Experience Other Specific Requirements Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to establish good professional relations with others Physically and mentally fit with satisfactory occupational health clearance Able to work evenings, nights and weekends Desirable Teaching skills Person Specification Professional Qualifications Essential Licence to practice & full registration with GMC Life support course successfully completed (e.g. ALS/ILS/PALS/ATLS) MB ChB or equivalent Previous training in Critical Care and Anaesthesia equivalent to completion of Core Training in Anaesthesia. Desirable Post graduate exam success (e.g. MRCP, FRCA, FFICM) Life support course instructor Clinical Experience & Knowledge Essential Significant experience of clinical working since medical qualification (including foundation years) Able to lead teams in a resuscitation environment Interest in post of care ultrasound Worked in the UK's NHS Independent practice of rapid sequence intubation Desirable Experience of bronchoscopy Experience of point of care ultrasound Previous Research Experience Other Specific Requirements Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to establish good professional relations with others Physically and mentally fit with satisfactory occupational health clearance Able to work evenings, nights and weekends Desirable Teaching skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Basingstoke Basingstoke RG24 9NA Employer's website https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)