Job summary
Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) Urology Team currently has WTE Urology consultants. The WUTH Urology Team has an exciting opportunity for a new consultant to join our team on a locum 2 year/24 month period.
We are looking for Robotic Urological Surgeons to work as part of the team and supplement sub specialty interests within the department. Interests in developing daycase robotic surgical treatments.
We seek a values driven Consultant who will assist in continuing to deliver excellent care to our patients. The successful candidates will be able to develop strong relationships internally and with a wide range of external stakeholders. We are interested in hearing from experienced clinical leaders who share our values and ambition and who are excited by the opportunity to help shape a vibrant health and care economy.
Main duties of the job
The principal duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service to patients.
1. To always, comply with the GMC's guidance on 'Good Medical Practice' as amended or substituted from time to time.
2. To ensure that patient confidentiality is always maintained.
3. To undertake duties as defined within the attached job plan in so far as practicable and in agreement with the Clinical Director.
4. 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.
5. On commencement to ensure personal attendance at the Trust's corporate Induction.
6. To participate in the Trust's Statutory & Mandatory training programme.
7. To be responsible for the Clinical Management of all patients under your care.
8. To work flexibly with colleagues to meet the needs of the service and achieve trust and national targets.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Consultant position available at WUTH.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
9. Ability to manage a full range of urological emergencies
10. Ability to take full independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
11. Expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a full range of Urological disorders
12. Thorough and detailed knowledge of medical audit, medical education, current clinical and medical best practice
13. Understanding of the clinical governance process
14. Competent in basic IT skills
15. Clinical and sub-speciality education and training
16. Awareness of health service reforms and issues across the healthcare economy
Desirable
17. Fellowship or additional post CCT experience is desirable
Qualifications/ Eligibility
Essential
18. Full GMC registration
19. FRCS(Urol) or equivalent
20. Entry on the GMC Specialist Register Via CCT or CESR (CP).
21. Proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview
22. CESR
Desirable
23. Further higher degree MD or PhD
Management and Administrative
Essential
24. Ability to lead, communicate liaise and negotiate with others
25. Willingness to support the efficient and smooth running of the specialist service
26. Ability to motivate, innovate and support stall of all disciplines
27. Ability to supervise, appraise, coach and mentor trainees and other doctors
28. Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities, surgical waiting lists and operating lists
Desirable
29. Formal Management qualification and/or relevant experience
Teaching and Training
Essential
30. Commitment to continuing medical education
31. Experience of supervising foundation year trainees or equivalent
32. Ability to organise and participate in teaching and training of undergraduate and post graduate students
33. Experience in demonstrating clinical procedures and techniques to other healthcare professionals
Desirable
34. Formal qualification in medical training
Research, Audit and Clinical Governance
Essential
35. Ability toundertake complete Audit cycle
36. Ability to undertake multidisciplinary audit
37. Demonstrate experience in clinical research and ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
38. Knowledge of Clinical governance issues
39. Interest and awareness of research methodology
Desirable
40. Relevant publications in peer reviewed journals
Communication Skills and Abilities
Essential
41. Demonstration of the Trusts values and behaviours
42. Enquiring critical approach to work
43. Excellent interpersonal qualities
44. Credible and persuasive presence amongst clinical and management colleagues
45. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
46. Ability to work within multi - disciplinary team
Desirable
47. Willingness to undertake additional responsibilities at local, regional or national level