About this role
Job summary
The post holders will take part in a 1 in 8 full shift rota, covering day time elective theatre work, obstetrics, emergency theatres, assisting with paediatric resuscitation and emergencies in obstetrics.
All post holders will be assigned an Educational Supervisor.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will take part in a 1 in 8 full shift rota at Junior Clinical Fellow level.
o Day Time sessions will be in Operating theatres and/or obstetrics depending on the interests of the candidate and the needs of the Department. Most of the sessions will be under a direct supervision of a Consultant.
o The post-holder will be expected to undertake pre and post-operative assessment of patients and to liaise with surgical colleagues to ensure the most efficient use of the theatre resource.
o Attending emergency calls (cardiac arrest, trauma call, paediatric resus) as part of the MDT. They must have a thorough up-to-date knowledge of resuscitation techniques and undertake to update these yearly. They will be encouraged to update their knowledge and skills regularly by attending appropriate courses/meetings.
The post holder will be encouraged to attend and participate in Departmental teaching sessions, Journal Club meetings and morbidity/mortality meetings. For those without the FRCA, encouragement and help will be given to take this examination. They will be expected to take part in the regular audit meetings of the department and to be involved in organising and facilitating suitable audit projects for presentation.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be one of the top performing and safest trusts in England.
We have two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital, plus our award-winning clinics across North West London and beyond.
We employ over 7,000 staff and 500 volunteers
We treat someone in A&E every 90 seconds
We deliver a baby every 50 minutes
We operate on a patient every 16 minutes
We do 50 imaging procedures each hour
We serve a diverse population of 1.5 million from the beginning to the end of life
We are one of the best performing Foundation Trusts in London for A&E waiting times, and mortality rates are better than average. Since the Care Quality Commission last inspected our hospitals we have taken on responsibility for a range of new services. Our new services include:
Cardiac catheter service and a paediatric assessment unit on the West Middlesex site Surgical assessment unit on the Chelsea site New sexual health clinic at 10 Hammersmith Broadway Virtual fracture clinics Learning disabilities passports Plans are in place for a £20 million expansion to critical care facilities and refurbishment of the children's unit at West Middlesex, both in partnership with the Trust's dedicated charity CW+.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will be supported for the MTI application via the Royal College of Anaesthetists if required.
The post holder will be expected to maintain their continuous professional development and time and funds will be given for study leave in line with Trust policy. Applications for study leave will be granted in line with the Trust Policy.
There is no relocation package available.
The post holder should understand that flexibility is essential; they may be asked to accept additional duties in emergencies or unforeseen circumstances.
This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and their manager.
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.
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
MB BS or equivalent GMC Registration with license to practice Current Advanced Life Support certification
Desirable
Current Advanced Paediatric Life Support certification Current Advanced Trauma Life Support certification Managing Obstetric Emergencies and Trauma course Higher anaesthetic qualifications such as FRCA primary
Experience Essential
Proven relevant experience in anaesthesia and critical care of at least 6 months Must have basic level competencies in anaesthesia (equivalent of IAC in anaesthesia)
Desirable
Paediatric anaesthesia experience Experience of audit Experience of research Experience of working in the NHS Teaching experience
Skills and knowledge Essential
Effective written and spoken communication skills Good interpersonal skills Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills IT skills
Personal qualities Essential
Good team player Flexible approach to work Ability to form good relationships with patients and colleagues
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.
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
London
TW7 6AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)