About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit a dynamic Locum Consultant in our Acute Medical Unit at Bedford Hospital which is part of the newly merged Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Innovation in the delivery of acute medical care is a key requirement of this role.
Please note this is a 6 month fixed term position to cover a short term gap within the team.
The appointee will work with colleagues to cover the Acute Medical Unit and the adjoining Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service, covering the SDEC inpatient clinic returns and referral reviews in SDEC Assessment area.The appointee may have to cover a General Medical Ward depending on service need. They will participate in an integrated on call medical rota which currently sits at 1 in 16 but may be subject to change in line with the 7 day working provision.
Main duties of the job
Provide a consultant based service to the patients attending the AAU/SDEC with most duties being "ward round and/or shop floor based" to ensure early consultant review and decision making.
The post holder will be expected to participate in AAU post ward rounds mornings starting at 0830 am with the view to complete the review of patients by 12:00 pm, where there is a dedicated MDT meeting taking place every day for discussion of every patients 'case and plan communication to all members of staff.
They will also be involved in a review or board rounds afternoons to address upcoming issues. Participation in speciality clinics will be planned as described by the timetable.
Carry out post take rounds, other ward rounds as necessary, outpatient clinics and hospital consultations.
Supervise junior medical staff and participate in the Multidisciplinary Team meetings where appropriate.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description for full details of responsibilities and further information on the role.
Person Specification
Registration Essential
oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice.
Desirable
Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) / CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Qualifications Essential
oMedical Degree oMRCP or equivalent
Desirable
oMD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Experience Essential
oExcellent all round experience of DGH work oEvidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General/Acute Medicine
Clinical Effectiveness and governance Essential
oUnderstanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD oParticipation in relevant local audits oAble to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
Desirable
oParticipation in relevant national audits
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 Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Bedford Hospital
Britannia Road
Bedford
MK42 9DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)