About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited from exceptional individuals with first-class clinical expertise and excellent team-working skills to join the outstanding Consultant Anaesthetic team at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. is seeking to appoint 3 consultants in anaesthesia to these exciting substantive roles. Candidates should evidence broad interest in Vascular, Regional, Neuroanaesthesia, Major Elective Orthopedics, Major Urology, Plastics, Gastrointestinal or Pre-operative assessment
Applicants should have a CCT or be within six months of achieving this at the date of interview or be listed on the GMC's specialist register to be eligible for application for a substantive post. CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview.
If you are shortlisted we will contact you by email with details of your interview of which you will need to confirm your attendance. Therefore it is important that you check your online account regularly.
COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES, JOB SHARE APPLICATIONS WELCOME
Main duties of the job
Relevant clinical activity includes:
Vascular Network -, centralised in the SW to BFT in Oct 2014, providing regional endovascular services Expanding regional anaesthesia service providing support to trauma and plastic surgery Colorectal centre -leading ERAS service providing a full range of colorectal services Bristol Urology Institute- tertiary referral centre for the South West and specialist robotic surgery Specialist Elective Orthopaedic Centre including complex deformity spinal surgery. Designated Major Trauma Centre Bariatric Unit Large Neurosurgical centre active research and clinical trial agenda with innovative treatments not delivered elsewhere in the UK. Stroke Thrombectomy Service (24/7) Plastics and Burns Unit Breast Care Centre providing majority of services as day case Busy Obstetric Unit with 6500 deliveries per year Pain Clinic with an international reputation for Spinal Cord Stimulator insertion An integrated pre-operative service including ERAS, Complex medical assessment, CPET, and Pharmacy
The Southmead Hospital Bristol site includes the maternity department and neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and the new Bristol Breast Care Centre, clinical research teams and Severn Pathology.
The Trust has teaching status and is linked with the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England. The appointee will be required to reside no more than 30 minutes travelling time (by road) from the Southmead Hospital site for on-call purposes.
About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.
With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.
Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:
Better outcomes for ourPatients More opportunities for our People Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation Best Value for Public Purse Our vision for five years from now:
Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live. We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources. More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community. Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care. Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work. We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career. Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly. We will contribute to system financial balance
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will have a varied programme covering a range of some of the above specialities. Job plans will be agreed with the clinical leads and take into account applicants clinical interest and expertise, and the requirements of the department.
Please see the attached Consultant Candidate Pack for further details - including draft job plans.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MB BS (or equivalent) Maintain Full registration with the GMC. Must have CCT in anaesthesia and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment. Specialist registrars that do not hold a CCT must be due to be awarded one within 6 months of the interview date. CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview
Desirable
Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS). Qualification in teaching (Diploma or higher) European Diploma in Regional Anaesthesia
Experience Essential
Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent). Minimum of 6 years postgraduate experience, three years as a registrar in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
Desirable
Evidence of extensive experience in sub-specialties reflected in the job plan. (Regional, Obstetrics, Neuro, POAC, General) Experience of non-UK hospital systems and practices
Further Training, Management, Audit Essential
Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career. Experience in audit project and written up Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues. Knowledge of political context within which we operate. Knowledge of political context within which we operate.
Desirable
Faculty or organisational role of an educational course or conference Completion of a general management course or programme. Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management. Demonstration of significant change management
Research, Teaching, Publications Essential
Proven teaching ability. Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates.
Desirable
Proven track record in research. Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals. Ability to teach effectively
Personal Requirements Essential
Ability to lead a team and form effective working relationships within a team. Good written communication skills. Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address Southmead
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)