Job overview
Itisenvisagedthatthepostholderwill carryouttheirdutiesasafull timespecialty doctor in anaesthesia.
Thepostsareinitiallycontractedfor10programmedactivitiesperweek.
Thedemandsofthe Anaestheticdepartmentmeanthatcloseandongoingcollaboration with SAS grade colleagues is required. A degree of mutual two-way flexibility in sessional provision is anticipated. This job involves cross site working between our two principal hospitals at York & Scarborough, with Scarborough Hospital as the base site
Individual job plans will be discussed and finalised with the clinical director on appointmentandwillbecomeoperationaloncommencement. Alljobsplansareagreed in line with the Trusts Job Planning Principles.
Main duties of the job
At Scarborough Hospitalsurgical services are supported by an 8 bedded Intensive Care Unit which has funding for up to 6 level 3 patients at any one time. The main theatresuitecomprises fivetheatres,inadditiontowhichthereisaseparatematernity theatre.
Surgical services at Scarborough currently include; general surgery (including emergencies),trauma,gynaecology,ENT,maxillo-facial,oralsurgery,ophthalmology and urology. We now also have a successful and expanding day unit to support this work.
Working for our organisation
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
1. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
2. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
3. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
4. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
5. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
6. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
7. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Theprincipledutyofthispostistoprovideacomprehensiveclinical servicetopatients from and around York & Scarborough.
1.To,atalltimes,complywiththeGMCrequirementsofDutiesofaDoctor.
2.Toensurethatpatientconfidentialityismaintainedatall times.
3.Toundertakedutiesasdefinedwithintheattachedjobplaninso far as practicable and in agreement with your Clinical Director.
4.Toberesponsibleandmanageriallyaccountableforthereasonableand effective use of any Trust resources that you use and influence, and professionally accountable to the Medical Director.
5.OncommencementtoensurepersonalattendanceattheTrust’sCorporate Induction.
6.ToparticipateintheTrust’sstatutoryandmandatorytrainingprogramme.
7.Toberesponsiblefortheclinical management ofinandoutpatientsunder your care.
8.Tofacilitateresearchandensurethatall IPrightsoftheTrustareobserved where applicable
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
8. Holder of a medical qualification registered with the GMC
9. Current holder of license to practise with the General Medical Council & substantive NHS experience
10. Completion of minimum 4-years’ full-time postgraduate training, or equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis, or other equivalent demonstrable experience and competencies
11. Completion of a minimum of 4 years’ in a full-time specialty training programme in anaesthesia (including ICM & obstetrics, or equivalent gained on a part-time basis, or other equivalent demonstrable experience and competencies
12. Up to date ALS qualification
Clinical Practice/Competence
Essential criteria
13. Ability to demonstrate broad experience and skill in anaesthesia (including obstetrics) & intensive care
14. Knowledge of good medical practice and the General Medical Council requirements
15. Commitment to and evidence of continuing professional development
16. Demonstrates a sound knowledge of clinical governance practice
17. Is able to work effectively in spite of pressures
Mentoring and Teaching
Essential criteria
18. Ability to teach clinical skills
19. Willing to supervise other staff
20. Experience of undertaking audits and presenting their findings
Desirable criteria
21. Able to spot and nurture talent
22. Ability to critically review research
Team Work
Essential criteria
23. Works effectively with others towards shared goals, welcoming diverse perspectives
24. Co-operates with colleagues from all disciplines
25. Ability to work in a multi- disciplinary team
Communication
Essential criteria
26. Communicates with and relates to others effectively
Self Awareness
Essential criteria
27. Is open to different ideas and is willing to learn and develop
28. Seeks new and better ways to do things
Ability to work under pressue and work ethic
Essential criteria
29. An ability to cope with stressful situations in a calm and practical way
30. Can be reflective rather than reactive
31. Can seek appropriate information and support
32. Works diligently and efficiently to deliver high quality service
33. Is positive and well-motivated
34. Takes responsibility for delivering results
35. Adheres to high ethical standards
36. Personal Time Management skills
Patient Experience
Essential criteria
37. Contributes to improving patient’s experience
38. Involves patients in decisions about their care
39. Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient centred service
40. Demonstrates an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement
Other
Essential criteria
41. Able to make own arrangements for travel between working sites