This is 10 PA locum appointments for Consultant Anaesthetists. This post will be available as soon as possible for a period of 6 months.
The posts will deliver 10 PAs supporting the anaesthetic team at the Leeds General Infirmary and St James's University Hospital Leeds.
The successful applicants should hold accreditation in FRCA in the Royal College of Anaesthetists or equivalent and should be on the Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the Register for trainees if currently in a training programme within the UK at the time of interview or have references which have been authorised by the Deputy Medical Director and Clinical Director.
Applicants should have established skills in anaesthesia, excellent communication and team working skills, a strong commitment to teaching and service development are essential.
Consideration will be given to applicants who wish to work full or part time and those wishing to job share. Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the hospital, which can be arranged by contacting:
Dr Sharmeen Lotia Clinical Director Theatres & Anaesthetics 0113 3925368
Dr Claire Tordoff Lead Clinician Theatres & Anaesthetics SJUH claire.tordoff@nhs.net
Dr Marelize Van-Greunen Lead Clinician Theatres & Anaesthetics LGI marelize.van-greunen@nhs.net
Dr Oliver Martin Lead Clinician Theatres & Anaesthetics LGI- olivermartin@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The Trust as a teaching hospital recognises the importance of links with the University of Leeds, School of Medicine for the undergraduate teaching and all Consultant and medical staff are required to provide an appropriate contribution to the undergraduate teaching programme.
The post-holder will be required to participate in the undergraduate teaching programme for the school of Medicine, University of Leeds, which is organised on a speciality or clinical area basis.
The post-holder will be required to collaborate with clinical colleagues to deliver appropriate undergraduate teaching in accordance with the Trust contract with the NHS Executive in association with the University of Leeds.
The appointee will be expected, with colleagues to also contribute to the teaching of postgraduates, including the teaching programme for SpRs in anaesthesia in the Yorkshire Deanery.
To work with other consultant colleagues in the provision of a comprehensive anaesthetic service in the Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust.
To maintain and expand the excellence of teaching and research already established within the Trust.
To support service plans for the specialty, taking account of the changes in clinical practice and new technologies available.
The appointee must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of anaesthesia. It is desirable that the candidates have experience in the conduct of clinical trials.
Requirements of the post
General Training and Qualifications
The appointee must hold accreditation in FRCA in the Royal College of Anaesthetists or equivalent, and have completed higher specialist training (or equivalent) if currently in a training programme within the UK. Applicants should have completed a recognised training programme in Anaesthesia.
Applicants must be on the Specialist Register or within six months of being admitted to the Register for trainees if currently in a training programme within the UK, or have references which have been authorised by the Deputy Medical Director and Clinical Director.
Applicants must provide information regarding their status from the GMC and/or relevant Royal College at the time of application, in order for their application to be progressed further.
Experience
The appointee must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of anaesthesia. It is desirable that the candidates have experience in the conduct of clinical trials.
Person specification
* Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
* CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview)
* CESR (or)
* European Community Rights
Essential Experience
* Have completed a recognised training programme in Anaesthesia.
* Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
* Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
* All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following:
* Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English.
* OR
* Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (An overall minimum score of 7.5)
* OR
* Achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the following categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (You must provide your candidate number)
* Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
* Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
* Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
* Well organised and skilled in good time managements.
* Effective interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.
* Medically fit to fulfil ALL aspects of the post, and to be able to respond quickly to emergencies, as necessary. Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice).
Desirable Experience
* Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
* Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
* Attendance at recognised management course.
Essential Qualifications
* FRCA or equivalent qualification.
* Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice.
* Eligibility to work in the UK.
* Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
Desirable Qualifications
* Relevant higher degree.
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