Job Details
The new consultant will undertake ward work alongside consultant colleagues. Each consultant will work 2 weeks on the wards (with 2 clinics) also contributing to the acute medical intake, followed by 6 weeks off the wards (with 4 clinics). They will contribute to the acute general medical on call rota, including post take ward rounds, at the weekend on a 1:19 frequency. There is currently no weekday on-call commitment in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Over the year this equates to an average 10-session contract.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be primarily based at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism will be the primary specialty for the post holder. The appointee will have joint responsibility, with the current members of the Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism team, for the provision of a consultant led and delivered service
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We live by our core values:
1. We listen, learn and improve
2. We treat everyone with respect
3. We all work together as one team
We are a proud local employer around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointees main responsibilities will be to:
4. cover inpatient medical wards at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital with responsibility for up to 20-25 inpatients. Average medical intake of 30-35 patients in 24 hours
5. undertake Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism specialist clinics with a template of 2 new and 8 follow up patients or equivalent
6. participate in the acute general medical on call rota, including post take ward rounds, at the weekend on a 1:19 frequency. There is currently no weekday on-call commitment in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital
7. provide dedicated consultant support for your allocated GP practices which will include email and telephone support, and regular clinics when not on ward cover
8. in liaison with consultant colleagues, have responsibility for the proper functioning of the department in line with any Health Board operational / strategic plan(s) (as amended from time to time)
9. be expected to make a significant contribution to the directorate business planning process through active participation in the clinical directorate structure
10. be responsible for carrying out teaching, training and accreditation duties as required. He/she will contribute and participate in undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally
11. provide clinical leadership and supervision to the dietetic, podiatry, nursing, and support staff within the team
12. provide advice to Trust managers, local General Practitioners and other interested parties, on the provision, planning and development of medical services
13. promote a culture and work in a multidisciplinary environment
14. participate in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD attendance at audit and other governance meetings
15. provide educational, clinical and professional supervision of junior medical staff
16. participate in departmental journal club meetings, teaching sessions, and grand rounds and will contribute to local, regional and national audits
17. be encouraged to contribute posters and presentations in National and International meetings and also publish widely in well acclaimed peer reviewed journals
18. participate in the recruitment of junior medical staff and staff of other disciplines as appropriate. To assist the Human Resources Department to follow the local and National employment policies and procedures
19. undertake all work in accordance with the Health Boards procedures and operating policies
20. conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Directorates and Health Boards service plans
21. maintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the directorate and Health Board
22. be familiar with and actively promote adherence to the regulatory framework including NICE and National Service Framework Guidance and to actively promote professional standards The Duties of a Doctor
23. undertake all work in accordance with the Health Boards procedures and operating policies
24. be involved in and actively manage complaints and any medico legal claims in their area of practice, management of serious incidents and responsibility for sharing any organizational learning from these
25. monitor and respond to measures of patient experience
26. work actively to reduce unintended harm to patients
27. adhere to the Health Boards Clinical Incident Policy
28. attend accredited conferences and meetings to update personal level of clinical practice, teaching and management skills in line with CME requirements
29. participate in an annual Job Planning Review process, the Health Boards Annual Appraisal process and the GMCs Revalidation process
30. attend weekly medical directorate clinical meetings, and the monthly Medical Directorate management meeting
31. provide medical information for the development of systems appropriate for Health Board needs
32. work within the financial and other restraints decided upon by the Health Board. Additional expenses of any kind will not be committed without the approval of the appropriate manager/budget holder
33. co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services and an expectation to share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management. In addition, it should be noted that a system of Clinical Directorship is in operation and close liaison with appropriate colleagues will be required
34. ensure that arrangements are in place for adequate medical staff to be available in relation to the treatment and care of patients
35. observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Cwm Taf Health Board together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations
36. observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff
37. be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues
Person Specification
Knowledge, personal skills and abilities
Essential
38. Good organisational and communication skills (both written and verbal)
39. Problem solving skills
40. Proven ability to work under pressure
41. Commitment to teamwork and pursuit of the corporate agenda of the employer
42. Understanding of management priorities within the NHS
43. Experience of and participation in clinical audit
44. Proven clinical ability to a high standard
45. Experience of developing and participating in teaching programmes for trainees and medical students
Desirable
46. Understanding of budget management and leadership skills
47. Ability to produce and implement guidelines / protocols based on evidence-based practice
48. Publication(s) in professional journals
49. Evidence of papers presented at national/ international meetings
50. Sub-specialisation and special interests within Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism
51. Proven leadership qualities in previous posts
Education/ Qualifications and training
Essential
52. Full GMC registration and license to practise in UK
53. Entry on GMC Specialist Register eligible for entry on Register or within 6 months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Diabetes and Endocrinology and General Internal Medicine (GIM) or Entry to the GMC Specialist Register via the Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR).
54. Possession of MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification
Desirable
55. An appropriate higher degree, (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
56. SCE in Diabetes and Endocrinology
Experience
Essential
57. Extensive, current experience & training in Diabetes and Endocrinology
58. Working knowledge / experience of the NHS
Desirable
59. Previous experience as a locum or substantive consultant
Personality requirements to include attitudes and personal disposition
Essential
60. Able to work in a multidisciplinary team and delegate effectively
Desirable
61. Demonstrate drive, achievement and innovation.
Physical requirements and attributes to include general health
Essential
62. Able to perform clinical duties General good health record, Physical fitness and ability to respond flexibly to high level demands
Circumstances e.g. Mobility/availability
Essential
63. Able to travel to undertake duties of post, flexible and responsive to staff and service priorities
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Supporting Documents for Consultant in Medicine, Diabetes, Endocrinology & Metabolism
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Company
Welcome
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) provides primary, community, hospital and mental health services to the 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf. Providing great health care to our community is our number one priority.
CTMUHB is one of the largest Health Boards in Wales, with three district general hospital sites, and was formed in 2019. We are ideally situated between Wales’ capital city Cardiff to the south, the coastal town of Porthcawl to the west, and the stunning scenery in the Brecon Beacons National Park to the north where you can explore the breath-taking beauty of the mountains, waterfalls and woodlands. We operate within a vibrant community, rich with history and heritage. You can also explore other parts of Wales. Our central location makes us the perfect starting point and we’re within easy reach of vibrant cities including Swansea and Bristol, as well as Cardiff.
You don’t have to speak Welsh to work in our organisation but we will give you the opportunity to learn. We take staff development seriously and encourage everyone to flourish and progress during their time with us.
For those of you with a young family childcare is available on all three acute hospital sites. There are excellent schools and affordable housing both within and just outside the Health Board.
Whether its paddle boarding, caving, outdoor swimming or singing in a male voice choir- Cwm Taf Morgannwg will provide a fantastic work-life balance for everyone.
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