Job Title: Specialty Doctor
Location: NHS Trust Hospital
Reports to: Consultant
Contract: Full-time/part-time, permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week (may include on-call duties, night shifts, weekends, and public holidays)
Job Purpose:
The Specialty Doctor plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality clinical care to patients, working as part of a multidisciplinary team and supporting consultants in managing patients. While not part of a formal training program (like Specialist Registrars), the role allows doctors to focus on their clinical practice and develop expertise in a specific field.
This position provides a balance between hands-on clinical work and professional development, and it may offer opportunities for long-term career progression, including support for completing additional qualifications or specialty exams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Clinical Responsibilities:
* Patient Care:
* Deliver high-quality medical or surgical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings under the supervision of a consultant.
* Conduct assessments, investigations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients.
* Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings.
* Carry out and supervise procedures relevant to the specialty.
* On-call Duties:
* Participate in the on-call rota as required, providing care to emergency and acute admissions.
* Manage urgent and routine clinical problems and make appropriate referrals as necessary.
* Multidisciplinary Teamwork:
* Work collaboratively with consultants, junior doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and other members of the healthcare team.
* Liaise with other departments and healthcare providers to ensure a seamless patient care pathway.
* Patient Safety and Governance:
* Contribute to maintaining high standards of patient safety.
* Follow NHS Trust clinical governance guidelines, including reporting clinical incidents and participating in root cause analyses.
* Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient records, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
Education and Development:
* Professional Development:
* Engage in continuous professional development (CPD), including attending relevant educational activities such as courses, workshops, and conferences.
* Stay up to date with advances in your specialty and contribute to the implementation of best practices.
* Teaching and Mentoring:
* Provide supervision and teaching to junior doctors, medical students, and allied healthcare professionals.
* Participate in departmental teaching programs and contribute to training initiatives.
Clinical Audits and Research:
* Audit and Quality Improvement:
* Participate in clinical audits and contribute to quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes.
* Evaluate and implement audit findings to improve clinical services.
* Research:
* Support research activities within the department and contribute to clinical trials, as applicable.
* Participate in the production of research papers or case reports for publication or presentation at national/international conferences.
Qualifications:
* Medical Degree (MBBS or Equivalent):
* A recognized medical qualification allowing registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK.
* Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice:
* Doctors must be fully registered with the GMC, holding a valid license to practice medicine in the UK.
* Postgraduate Medical Experience:
* A minimum of four years of postgraduate experience is usually required, with at least two years in a relevant specialty.
* Relevant Specialty Experience:
* Previous experience working within the specific specialty of the role is essential.
* Membership of a Relevant Royal College (Desirable):
* Depending on the specialty, additional postgraduate qualifications such as MRCP (Membership of the Royal College of Physicians), MRCS (Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons), or equivalent is advantageous.
* Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Equivalent:
* For roles in acute specialties, ALS or equivalent certification is often required.
* Skills and Attributes:
* Excellent clinical judgment and diagnostic skills.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Leadership and management abilities, with a commitment to patient safety and quality care.
Professional Development and Career Progression:
While the role of Specialty Doctor is not a formal training post, it offers excellent opportunities for career development. Specialty Doctors may pursue:
* CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration): Specialty Doctors can apply for CESR to become consultants in their chosen specialty. This pathway allows doctors to demonstrate they have the same competencies as those who have completed a formal training program.
* Senior Specialty Doctor or Associate Specialist: Progression to senior roles within the specialty.
* Subspecialty Training: Opportunities to further specialize within a particular area of the specialty.
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