University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We're recruiting a senior SHO/specialty registrar to join our dedicated ward based team in general medicine, with the unique opportunity to spend half a day per week practising in a specialty area of your choice (based on availability). The breadth of experience will provide an excellent launch pad for registrar or CESR application.
We have two specialist general medicine teams, led by two consultants, each with CCT in general medicine and strong interest in medical education. You will work closely with a wide multidisciplinary team including deanery and locally employed doctors, medical assistants, and discharge officers. We have a strong educational programme and many leadership/management opportunities, all supported by a named educational supervisor in GIM.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
* The day-to-day management of GIM inpatients under the care of the general medical consultants.
* Supervising the team of junior doctors and delegating tasks appropriately.
* Lead the daily MDT board round.
* Spend 4.5 days per week working in general medicine, with 0.5 days per week being spent working in another specialty of your choice based on availability.
* Work closely with the wider multi-disciplinary teams, managing the treatment of patients with a wide range of general medical needs.
* Have the opportunity to contribute and attend regular mortality & morbidity conferences, GIM departmental teaching programme, and grand rounds.
* Out of hours rota on AMU or Ward cover (alternates).
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* An enthusiastic team player, who can gain experience in leading a team.
* A junior registrar who has a broad experience in medicine.
* Someone who is engaged and shows initiative in moving patient care forward.
* Someone who is interested in teaching and self-development opportunities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay).
Basic Salary MT04 £61,825 Basic Salary MT05 £70,425.
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5 include:
* Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training.
* Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS).
* A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee).
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview. Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on TBC.
Job Reference: MT1315 - This vacancy closes on or before Thursday 9th January 2025.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
* Medical training to degree level and at least two years in SHO/Registrar post.
* MRCP or equivalent.
* Full Registration with GMC.
Previous or relevant experience
* At least three years medical experience since qualification.
* General Medicine/General Surgery and Medical specialties, e.g. Geriatrics, Neurology, Rheumatology.
* Inpatient General and Acute Medicine.
* Evidence of willingness to teach students and colleagues.
* Experience of Rehabilitation and management of disability.
* Psychiatry/Orthopaedic experience.
* Professional meetings attended.
Aptitudes and skills
* Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
* Excellent keyboard skills.
* ALS certificate.
* Understanding of importance of management.
* Understanding of Audit.
* Ability to analyse clinical scientific literature and to participate in research.
* Interest and enthusiasm in developing management skills.
Living the Trust values
* Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together.
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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