Although this is not a training post it should be possible for an enthusiastic doctor to map their experiences to many of the core curriculum programme competences as all aspects of the syllabus are relevant to this attachment. There are ample opportunities for work based assessments from the supervising consultants. You will also be allocated a Clinical Supervisor. We encourage our doctors to involve themselves in audit and research.
You would be expected to make yourself familiar with the processes of the audit cycle and to assess the role of audit in clinical governance and in improving patient care. Supervision for projects will be available, and support may also be available from hospital audit departments. The post holder will be expected to; Provide inpatient and outpatient services (theatres and clinics) under consultant supervision Contribute to the emergency out of hours rota Supervise daily ward rounds Conduct patient management in line with plans agreed with the Consultants Support and teach junior colleagues effectively Participate in M&M and MDT meetings Contribute to Quality & Improvement Projects within the department Attend departmental meeting Post holders can expect to; Build upon post graduate clinical experience Master a number of procedural techniques Further develop experience and expertise in the identification and management of the sick patient Further develop experience and familiarity in identifying and managing a wide variety of conditions, including making appropriate decisions regarding the need for admission Hone communication skills with patients, relatives and colleagues Increasingly work towards independent practice at Registrar level, leading ward rounds, assessing patients, making decisions etc. with Consultant support and supervision available Develop skills in managing time and conflicting priorities