Job summary
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust has an opportunity within Theatres, Anaesthetics and Critical Care Clinical Business Unit, with the majority of the work at Hinchingbrooke Hospital in Huntingdon. The post was previously created to provide a middle grade tier for the Theatres at Hinchingbrooke Hospital.
The post holders will have full registration with the General Medical Council and will have completed at least 2 years of training and service in hospitals recognised by the Royal College of Anaesthetists for training purposes, in the StR, CT or FTSTA grade.
Applicants who have had all of their training overseas should demonstrate that they have completed at least three years in the specialty of Anaesthesia in posts which have offered a breadth and depth of experience comparable to that obtainable in the United Kingdom during a similar training period.
Main duties of the job
Principal elements of the post will be:
1. Providing elective for a mixture of surgical specialty sessions such as orthopaedics, ENT, upper GI, colorectal or gynaecology.
2. Providing emergency cover for emergency work including all surgical specialities excluding trauma, obstetrics, crash calls and the Emergency Department.
About us
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will participate in a rota providing resident middle grade cover to the Theatres including emergencies and obstetrics on weekdays, and on nights seven days a week. The remainder of the contracted hours will be spent in elective theatre lists and undertaking supporting professional activities. Further development of specialist interests will be supported through study leave (30 days per 3-year cycle).
Theatres duties are organised on a rolling 1:10 rota. Elective lists are programmed into the 10-week cycle. However, departmental service needs may require increased participation in the on-call rota and this would be agreed in the job plan on an individual basis.
The post holder is managerially accountable to the Divisional Operational Manager, Division of Surgery and clinically accountable to the Divisional Director, Division of Surgery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will participate in a rota providing resident middle grade cover to the Theatres including emergencies and obstetrics on weekdays, and on nights seven days a week. The remainder of the contracted hours will be spent in elective theatre lists and undertaking supporting professional activities. Further development of specialist interests will be supported through study leave (30 days per 3-year cycle).
Theatres duties are organised on a rolling 1:10 rota. Elective lists are programmed into the 10-week cycle. However, departmental service needs may require increased participation in the on-call rota and this would be agreed in the job plan on an individual basis.
The post holder is managerially accountable to the Divisional Operational Manager, Division of Surgery and clinically accountable to the Divisional Director, Division of Surgery.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent basic medical qualification
Experience
Essential
- 3 years experience in anaesthesia and critical care
Desirable
- 12 months experience in critical care
- Audit projects with outcomes.
Key Skills
Essential
- Understanding of audit process
- Understand the research process
- Understanding of evidence based medicine.
Desirable
- Research Publications and Interests
- Ability to assess published evidence
- Critical appraisal skills
Other
Essential
- Effective interpersonal and IT skills
- Well organised and skilled in good time management
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in Human Factors and Crisis Resource
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent basic medical qualification
Experience
Essential
- 3 years experience in anaesthesia and critical care
Desirable
- 12 months experience in critical care
- Audit projects with outcomes.
Key Skills
Essential
- Understanding of audit process
- Understand the research process
- Understanding of evidence based medicine.
Desirable
- Research Publications and Interests
- Ability to assess published evidence
- Critical appraisal skills
Other
Essential
- Effective interpersonal and IT skills
- Well organised and skilled in good time management
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in Human Factors and Crisis Resource
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
