Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine (ST3-ST5)

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join an excellent Emergency Department team in a Trust that genuinely sees Emergency Medicine as a major priority.

The Hospital was rated "Good" by the CQC in February 2022 and the Emergency Department was rated "Outstanding" for leadership and "Good" in all other areas.

The Emergency Department has recently seen a significant expansion with a new majors department built in 2021 and a new paediatric area completed this year. Ongoing building work will see improvements to our remaining areas.

This Clinical Fellow post offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking to further develop their skills, knowledge and CV in a very supportive and friendly environment. It would also be suitable for doctors considering a career change to Emergency Medicine from another specialty.

This post is for a fixed term contract for 6 months.

Main duties of the job

1. To provide 24 hour Emergency Medicine presence, along with Specialty Doctor and Registrar colleagues.2. To treat patients as they arrive in conjunction with Trainees.3. To provide support and guidance to Trainees.4. To participate in the educational and audit activities of the department

About us

The Team is friendly and dynamic and these posts are part of a planned significant expansion in senior Medical Staff numbers. We currently have 9 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 12 Registrar/Specialty Doctors and 15 Junior Doctors, supported by additional locum shifts.

We have a separate GP streaming service which sees 40 patients per day which would have previously been seen by the Emergency Department.

We have a very good working relationship with the Trust Executive, who share our vision of a thriving ED delivering excellent clinical care.

Date posted

10 May 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,329 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

177-MDEMER-6157650

Job locations

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Post

  1. The post will be designated Clinical Fellow (ST3-ST5) (Emergency Medicine). The post will be on a fixed term 12 month contract
  2. This post will be full time, taking part in a full shift rota and paid according to the NHS Junior Doctor contract at ST3-5 level, with appropriate enhancements for out of hours work and average hours in excess of 40/week and a full allocation of time for study leave and annual leave
  3. The employer will be the James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  4. The Trust is willing to consider any requests for flexible working arrangements according to individual circumstances
  5. The post holders will have a named supervisor and will be supported in developing their CV for whatever careers plans they have. Where appropriate, this may include paid time for special interest activities away from the ED.

This Clinical Fellow post offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking to further develop their skills, knowledge and CV in a very supportive and friendly environment. It would also be suitable for doctors considering a career change to Emergency Medicine from another specialty.

The post is for 6 months in the first instance, but could be extended by mutual agreement.

The Rota

The Emergency Medicine Department works a full shift system. The ST3-ST5 Clinical Fellows/ Specialty Doctors are rostered to provide 24 hour presence. Weekends are currently 1 in 4 and hours per week are variable, but average 38hrs/wk of clinical work. Night shifts will be on a 1 in 8 basis

Other Responsibilities

The appointees will take an equal share in the duties, clinical and non-clinical, of the department with their Specialty Doctor colleagues. There is no on-call room as the night duties are rostered as full shifts.

Subject to the provisions of the Terms and Conditions of Service to observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust.

To observe local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures, and to comply with Regional and Trust Health and Safety policies.

To assume responsibility for and facilitate contact from members of staff with delegated duties for personally accountable patient care.

Reasonably priced hospital accommodation may be available on site.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Post

  1. The post will be designated Clinical Fellow (ST3-ST5) (Emergency Medicine). The post will be on a fixed term 12 month contract
  2. This post will be full time, taking part in a full shift rota and paid according to the NHS Junior Doctor contract at ST3-5 level, with appropriate enhancements for out of hours work and average hours in excess of 40/week and a full allocation of time for study leave and annual leave
  3. The employer will be the James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  4. The Trust is willing to consider any requests for flexible working arrangements according to individual circumstances
  5. The post holders will have a named supervisor and will be supported in developing their CV for whatever careers plans they have. Where appropriate, this may include paid time for special interest activities away from the ED.

This Clinical Fellow post offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking to further develop their skills, knowledge and CV in a very supportive and friendly environment. It would also be suitable for doctors considering a career change to Emergency Medicine from another specialty.

The post is for 6 months in the first instance, but could be extended by mutual agreement.

The Rota

The Emergency Medicine Department works a full shift system. The ST3-ST5 Clinical Fellows/ Specialty Doctors are rostered to provide 24 hour presence. Weekends are currently 1 in 4 and hours per week are variable, but average 38hrs/wk of clinical work. Night shifts will be on a 1 in 8 basis

Other Responsibilities

The appointees will take an equal share in the duties, clinical and non-clinical, of the department with their Specialty Doctor colleagues. There is no on-call room as the night duties are rostered as full shifts.

Subject to the provisions of the Terms and Conditions of Service to observe the Trusts agreed policies and procedures drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust.

To observe local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures, and to comply with Regional and Trust Health and Safety policies.

To assume responsibility for and facilitate contact from members of staff with delegated duties for personally accountable patient care.

Reasonably priced hospital accommodation may be available on site.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • MBChB or equivalent

Desirable

  • Distinctions/Honours

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • ALS
  • Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively
  • Ability to make good medical notes

Desirable

  • ATLS
  • Previous Emergency Medicine experience

Key Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, laboratory staff and other staff and agencies
  • Good team worker
  • Commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable

  • Commitment to a career in Emergency Medicine
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • MBChB or equivalent

Desirable

  • Distinctions/Honours

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • ALS
  • Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively
  • Ability to make good medical notes

Desirable

  • ATLS
  • Previous Emergency Medicine experience

Key Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, laboratory staff and other staff and agencies
  • Good team worker
  • Commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable

  • Commitment to a career in Emergency Medicine

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).

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.

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

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA


Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA


Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Medical Workforce Officer

Charlotte Hughes

charlotte.hughes@jpaget.nhs.uk

01493453117

Date posted

10 May 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,329 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

177-MDEMER-6157650

Job locations

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA


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