About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has become available to join our growing team of anaesthetists at Lewisham and Greenwich Trust. We are looking to appoint 2 full-time substantive consultants who will contribute to our anaesthetic services across both sites, including the recently opened Southeast London Lewisham Surgical Centre (LSC).
You will join a thriving department that has recently been accredited by the RCoA's ACSA program. We are keen to attract motivated, hard-working colleagues who share our vision to provide high quality patient care, deliver excellence in training and contribute to outstanding multidisciplinary team working.
The full time role offered consists of 10 Programmed Activities (PAs). This is made up of 7.5 PA regular direct clinical care (DCC), 1PA for on-call work (DCC, approximately 1:16) and 1.5 PA for supporting professional activities (SPA).
Main duties of the job
Participate in the provision of a safe, effective and efficient Anaesthetic service, and with the proper functioning of the Anaesthetic Department. This will include some flexibility of fixed commitments. Participate in the anaesthetic consultant on call rota Be prepared to work on both sites of the Trust. Although on call duties will be undertaken solely at one of the two sites, some elective theatre sessions do occur cross site when necessary. Assist when required in the provision of Critical Care services.
About us
Working for our organisation
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to:
Improverepresentation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widen access (anchor institution) and employability Improvethe experience of staff with disability Improvethe EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Make equalities mainstream
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
Participate in the provision of a safe, effective and efficient Anaesthetic service, and with the proper functioning of the Anaesthetic Department. This will include some flexibility of fixed commitments.
Participate in the anaesthetic consultant on call rota
Be prepared to work on both sites of the Trust. Although on call duties will be undertaken solely at one of the two sites, some elective theatre sessions do occur cross site when necessary.
Assist when required in the provision of Critical Care services.
Clinical Management & Teaching:
Participate in the professional supervision, management, support and teaching of Anaesthetic trainees.
Be familiar with the Royal College of Anaesthetists curriculum for Junior Doctor training, and contribute to their training requirements, including tutorials and educational supervision
Organise and participate in teaching sessions for undergraduate students and post-graduate medical staff and other health professionals.
Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance:
Participate fully in Clinical Governance, including reporting of incident, investigation of serious incidents, and the effective handling of any complaints
Participate in the Clinical Audit programme of the department.
Comply with the Trusts Clinical Governance processes as stipulated by the Divisional and Medical Directors.
The post holder is responsible for data quality and complying with the policies, procedures and accountability arrangements throughout the Trust for maintaining accuracy and probity in the recording of the Trusts activities.
Continuing Professional Development:
Participate in continuing professional development at local and national level
Implement audit and research findings as appropriate in clinical practice
Prepare and participate in an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy, and meet the requirements for revalidation
Demonstrate willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Policy, Planning and Management:
Contribute to the development of clinical and organisational protocols.
Review and develop policies for clinical practice and effectiveness.
Support the Trust in its aim to provide the best possible care to patients.
Participate in all aspects of the Directorate and Hospitals affairs, including attendance at relevant Consultant and Directorate meetings and to represent the department on appropriate committees/working parties when required.
Monitor, with appropriate managers, performance indicators for the service, and implement action as necessary.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Medical degree, MBBS or equivalent Fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthetists or equivalent Full GMC registration and licence to practice Entry on UK GMC Specialist Register for Anaesthetics via: o CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview date) o CESR
Desirable
Higher degree or qualification such as MSc or PhD
Clinical Experience Essential
Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining CCT in Anaesthesia Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of adult, maternity and paediatric patients ALS, ATLS provider
Desirable
Evidence of extended period of additional subspecialty training in a tertiary centre. Broad experience of working within the NHS
Teaching Experience Essential
Experience of teaching and training of undergraduates, medical and allied health professionals Ability to teach clinical skills to anaesthetic trainees of all levels, and achieving GMC standards to be recognised as a clinical supervisor
Desirable
Evidence of formal experience in medical education including regional/national teaching Higher teaching qualification An understanding of current issues in medical education and training Evidence of achieving GMC standards to be recognised as an educational supervisor Formal educational qualification ALS/ATLS instructor, and PALS or APLS provider or instructor
Clinical Governance Essential
Understand the principles of Clinical Audit Evidence of participation in audit projects with specific relevance to subspecialty interest Regular commitment to relevant Continuing Medical Education Understanding of research principles and scientific method Evidence of reflective practice Awareness of the current organisation of the Trust and the NHS, and the proposed changes to the service
Desirable
Evidence of implementing evidence-based change to improve patient care Significant involvement in clinical research Presentations at regional and national meetings Publications in peer-reviewed journals Evidence of involvement and /or experience in risk processes such as Serious Incident reviews and patient safety systems
Leadership and Management Essential
Understands the management structure of the NHS Evidence of risk management Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and contribute to departmental strategy. Experience in mentoring junior colleagues and fostering professional growth Participation in service development and improvement projects. Evidence of leading quality improvement initiatives within the NHS or equivalent healthcare system
Desirable
Evidence of attendance at a Management course aimed at senior residents or consultants Evidence of leadership roles within the NHS or equivalent healthcare system
IT skills Essential
Ability to use Microsoft office packages, e.g. MS Word, Excel, Access & PowerPoint. Ability to use patient information systems
Desirable
Experienced user of Epic EPR system
Other Attributes Essential
Effective communicator - verbal and written Good interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Demonstrates leadership and organisational skills Caring and responsible attitude to patients, relatives of patients, and colleagues Enthusiasm, resilience and flexibility in a changing work environment Aware of equal opportunities issues Recent experience/familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices Ability to lead a team and form effective working relationships Ability to inspire, motivate and develop staff
Desirable
Has experience of committee work and prepared to undertake committee work Evidence of leadership and team building, and potential for wider hospital/Trust leadership roles
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.
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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 Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address Lewisham Hospital
Lewisham
SE13 6LH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)