Job Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant to join our team at York Hospital. Applicants from single, dual or triple accreditation training backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply.
The post holder will carry out duties as a Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine. This position is based at York Hospital and will deliver high quality patient care through ward rounds, managing critical care referrals, and providing critical care services for the hospital.
Intensive Care Unit
York Intensive Care Unit currently admits around 1,000 patients per year and is staffed with 12 level‑3 beds. The unit has 22 physical bed spaces, of which 12 are side rooms. It uses a high‑performance Clinical Information System and provides good conferencing and staff facilities. Prospective candidates are strongly encouraged to visit and view the unit.
Team and Structure
The post holder will join 20 ICM Consultants who work within the Trust. ICM Consultants are primarily based at York or Scarborough; 14 at York and 6 at Scarborough. Both sites collaborate closely, with weekly Grand Round meetings and monthly ICU Governance meetings.
Work Base and Activity
Work base location: York Hospital
Average weekly programmed activities: 10 PA. Up to 2 additional programmed activities may be offered based on a separate agreement.
The current York Intensive Care rota represents 5.29 PA of intensive care work. The standard core SPA is 1.25 PA per week. There may be an opportunity to increase SPA where need arises in line with departmental objectives.
On‑Call Rota
The on‑call schedule is a 1:14 ICU rota, defined as a Category A rota. Unpredictable on‑call duties are determined and subject to the NHS standard hours monitoring exercise. The post holder will participate in the on‑call rota at York Hospital.
Job Planning
Individual job plans can be tailored with the Clinical Director. Single‑stream and dual job plans will become operational on commencement, all agreed in line with the Trust’s job planning principles.
DBS Checks
All new employees starting work will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if required. Charges are £27.38 for a standard check and £55.38 for an enhanced check, deducted from salary in one payment or over six months. Volunteers and bank‑only staff will not be charged. Transgender applicants can opt for a sensitive application route, available for all levels of DBS check.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The selection process remains robust against misuse of AI tools. Applicants must acknowledge understanding of this policy before submitting their application.
Agile and Flexible Working
The Trust supports all staff to balance work with other commitments, offering flexible working from day one for all posts. Contact the recruiting manager to discuss specific requirements.
Benefits
Access to health and wellbeing support, finance schemes, and discounts. A confidential counselling and wellbeing support service is available 24/7, 365 days a year. A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) may be offered for suitable positions.
Trust Overview
York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital, community and specialist services for about 800,000 people in York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale. With eight hospital sites and a workforce of around 10,000, it is the largest provider of healthcare in the region.
Sponsorship
Under current Home Office Immigration Rules, the Trust cannot offer sponsorship for roles with a salary of less than £25,000 pa. Applicants requiring sponsorship should assess eligibility on the UK government website.
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