About this role
Job summary
The posts will be 12 month fixed term posts. The posts will be based in Medical specialties at West Middlesex Hospital, Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust.
This is an exciting opportunity for a post Core Training (CT) Doctor interested in a career in Medicine to join the service and develop leadership skills.
The main parts of the post involve the care of inpatients under the relevant medical specialty, general and acute medicine oncalls (posts with no oncalls can also be considered), working in clinic and outpatients, and performing the regular functions of a Medical Registrar.
You will be part of a Consultant led team of other registrars and junior doctors and participate in daily Board rounds. There will be consultant ward rounds of new patients, with SpR led ward rounds of existing patients. There may be opportunity for interested individuals to carry out supervised outpatient clinics and MDTs. The post holder will participate in the General Medical on calls or Acute Medical on calls at SpR level. Leave will be accommodated and you will have time to develop a specialist interest.
The SCF will liaise with the consultant and nurses to allocate the day's activity appropriately.
The SCF will be expected to assess and manage patients with the support of the consultant and using appropriate clinical guidelines.
There are multiple multi-disciplinary meetings between doctors, nursing staff, and specialist teams for the care of patients.
Main duties of the job
The basic terms and conditions of the post are in line with the Medical & Dental Staff (England & Wales), and General Staffing Whitley Council handbooks as amended from time to time. This includes granting of study leave
2. Salary: {£33,790.00 - £53,132.00} per annum
3. London Weighting Allowance of £2,162 per annum
4. The appointment is full-shift
5. It is a condition of the appointment that staff shall complete a health questionnaire before commencing their duties and the Occupational Health Department will subsequently arrange a health interview
6. All medical staff are required to be registered with the General Medical Council
7. i) You will be indemnified by the Chelsea & Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for all NHS work undertaken as part of you Contract of Employment
ii) You are encouraged to take out adequate defence cover as appropriate to cover you for any work which does not fall within the scope of the indemnity scheme (contract of employment)
About us
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description Job responsibilities
All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior member of staff
You should disclose data only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed. Breaches of confidentiality in relation to data will result in disciplinary action which may include dismissal. Employees are expected to comply with all Trust data management processes and procedures. For those posts where there is management or supervision of other staff it is the responsibility of that employee to ensure that their staff receive appropriate data training (e.g. HISS induction, organising refresher sessions for staff when necessary).
Person Specification
Trust Values Essential
Putting patients first Responsive to, and supportive of, patients and staff Open, welcoming and honest Unfailingly kind, treating everyone with respect, compassion and dignity Determined to develop our skills and continuously improve the quality of care
Education and Qualifications Essential
Full GMC Registration and License to practice MBBS or equivalent Full MRCP (Applicants with MRCP part 1 and 2 written with evidence of recent PACES examination will be considered) Advanced Life Support Provider
Desirable
Advanced Life Support Instructor
Skills and knowledge Essential
Experience of working as a Medical Registrar; or applicants who have completed Core Medical Training (CMT) / Internal Medical Training (IMT) 1 and 2 will be considered General and acute medicine experience Organisational skills Problem solving Good inter-personal and communications skills Computer skills and IT literacy Leadership and teaching experience Commitment to multidisciplinary team working Commitment to continuing medical education Commitment to the goals of the Chelsea & Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Desirable
Prior experience of working in the NHS
Personal qualities Essential
Good communication skills Non-judgemental attitude Good organisational and leadership qualities Flexible, Objective, Compassionate Attention to detail Subject to Occupational Health Clearance for the post specified. Demonstrable evidence of being able and willing to understand our Trust values
Other Competencies Essential
Understanding Self Excellent communication and influencing skills Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Managing self effectively Ability to planning ahead whilst being innovative and flexible in approach.
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 Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address West Middlesex University Hospital
Twickenham Road
Isleworth
TW7 6AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)