Job summary
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) brings an advanced Critical Care Team to the most seriously ill and injured patients across the region, giving them the best chance of survival and recovery. The service is delivered as a partnership between HIOWAA Charity and University Hospital Southampton.
As part of ongoing development, we are expanding our team of HEMS Doctors, aiming to recruit experienced consultants who are committed to providing the highest standards of clinical care in challenging pre hospital circumstances. We are seeking applicants who will bring their experience and passion for pre-hospital care to our service. Based at our airbase in Thruxton, the role is varied and developmental, requiring our clinicans to be collegial and focused on delivering oustanding care as part of a dynamic, experienced team.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO
- Carry out regular clinical shifts with the HEMS Care Group; expected minimum of 3 shifts per month split between the day and late shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. Shifts are 0700-1700 and 1600-0200
- Attend incidents as tasked by the HEMS Desk, working alongside a Specialist Paramedic in Critical Care.
- Whilst on shift complete daily training scenarios, train and mentor other staff and adhere to the daily base duties SOP and the general day-to-day running of the air base and the unit.
- Actively participate in clinical governance, audit, development, assessment and improvement activities, estimated at 1 day per month (with an expected minimum of 60 hours per year). These activities include (but are not limited to) the organising of activities and presentation of clinical cases.
- Maintain CPD in pre-hospital care as per your Consultant duties with regard GMC Good Medical Practice and as required for revalidation
- Keep up to date with unit specific issues, SOPs, discussions, consultations and guidance at least weekly.
- Work to relevant guidance, policies and procedures as required by UHS, adhering to national guidelines and acting in accordance with GMC Good Medical Practice recommendations.
- Complete all unit specific equipment competencies.
- Contribute to the leadership of the unit, by taking on additional responsibilities from time to time, and be an active follower to support unit leaders and colleagues.
- Ensure that any concerns / issues / incidents are raised through appropriate pathways to the Medical Lead and Care Group Manager.
- Work collaboratively with all crew members, charity employees and relevant partners to ensure the highest standards are met, developed and maintained.
- Uphold and model the highest clinical and professional standards, internally and externally.
- Act as a role model as a senior medical member of staff to all colleagues both within UHS HEMS Care Group as well as to colleagues from other services (HEMS, Ambulance Service, other emergency services etc)
- Help to publicly communicate Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance charitys work, its charitable status and the benefits of a critical care model, including public and media appearances if required.
- Understand, agree to and comply with the UHS Standards for Doctors and Code of Conduct.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
Please see the attached person specification for guidance on what we are looking for.
Please Note: All new appointments will be offered on a fixed one-year contract. Following review with the HEMS Medical Lead, these appointments will be offered as substantive posts.
The recruitment process will consist of a functional fitness assessment and OSPEs, and a panel interview week beginning 4th September.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and should be either already on or within 6 months of eligibility to be included on the specialist register of the GMC.
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Monday, 04 September 2023
Job Reference: 188-MT1009 - This vacancy closes on or before: 18th August 2023
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOULL DO
- Carry out regular clinical shifts with the HEMS Care Group; expected minimum of 3 shifts per month split between the day and late shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. Shifts are 0700-1700 and 1600-0200
- Attend incidents as tasked by the HEMS Desk, working alongside a Specialist Paramedic in Critical Care.
- Whilst on shift complete daily training scenarios, train and mentor other staff and adhere to the daily base duties SOP and the general day-to-day running of the air base and the unit.
- Actively participate in clinical governance, audit, development, assessment and improvement activities, estimated at 1 day per month (with an expected minimum of 60 hours per year). These activities include (but are not limited to) the organising of activities and presentation of clinical cases.
- Maintain CPD in pre-hospital care as per your Consultant duties with regard GMC Good Medical Practice and as required for revalidation
- Keep up to date with unit specific issues, SOPs, discussions, consultations and guidance at least weekly.
- Work to relevant guidance, policies and procedures as required by UHS, adhering to national guidelines and acting in accordance with GMC Good Medical Practice recommendations.
- Complete all unit specific equipment competencies.
- Contribute to the leadership of the unit, by taking on additional responsibilities from time to time, and be an active follower to support unit leaders and colleagues.
- Ensure that any concerns / issues / incidents are raised through appropriate pathways to the Medical Lead and Care Group Manager.
- Work collaboratively with all crew members, charity employees and relevant partners to ensure the highest standards are met, developed and maintained.
- Uphold and model the highest clinical and professional standards, internally and externally.
- Act as a role model as a senior medical member of staff to all colleagues both within UHS HEMS Care Group as well as to colleagues from other services (HEMS, Ambulance Service, other emergency services etc)
- Help to publicly communicate Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance charitys work, its charitable status and the benefits of a critical care model, including public and media appearances if required.
- Understand, agree to and comply with the UHS Standards for Doctors and Code of Conduct.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
Please see the attached person specification for guidance on what we are looking for.
Please Note: All new appointments will be offered on a fixed one-year contract. Following review with the HEMS Medical Lead, these appointments will be offered as substantive posts.
The recruitment process will consist of a functional fitness assessment and OSPEs, and a panel interview week beginning 4th September.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and should be either already on or within 6 months of eligibility to be included on the specialist register of the GMC.
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Monday, 04 September 2023
Job Reference: 188-MT1009 - This vacancy closes on or before: 18th August 2023
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Registered with the GMC as a specialist - with no restrictions to practice (either emergency medicine/ anaesthesia/intensive care)
- Completed registrar training programme in Emergency Medicine, anaesthetics or intensive care
- CCT awarded
- Completion of exit examination in main specialty (ie FRCA, FRCEM, FFICM)
Desirable
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Wide range of experience in Helicopter Emergency Medicine (minimum 6 months full time equivalent, predominantly primary rather than secondary missions, including with paediatric critically ill patients) in a UK HEMS service or a service located abroad equivalent in standard to UK HEMS services
- Significant experience in Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics or Intensive Care
- Minimum of six months in each of anaesthesia, emergency medicine and intensive care medicine
- Evidence of continued professional development in Prehospital Emergency Medicine (PHEM)
- Evidence of significant autonomous pre-hospital practice
- Established RSI ability within normal practice with supporting evidence
- Currently employed as a Consultant in an acute NHS Hospital, preferably a Major Trauma Centre
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Proven record of ability to work within a multi-disciplinary Pre Hospital Emergency Medical Service
- Ability to lead and work with a team under conditions of extreme pressure, limited resources and adverse environment
Living the trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Registered with the GMC as a specialist - with no restrictions to practice (either emergency medicine/ anaesthesia/intensive care)
- Completed registrar training programme in Emergency Medicine, anaesthetics or intensive care
- CCT awarded
- Completion of exit examination in main specialty (ie FRCA, FRCEM, FFICM)
Desirable
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Wide range of experience in Helicopter Emergency Medicine (minimum 6 months full time equivalent, predominantly primary rather than secondary missions, including with paediatric critically ill patients) in a UK HEMS service or a service located abroad equivalent in standard to UK HEMS services
- Significant experience in Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics or Intensive Care
- Minimum of six months in each of anaesthesia, emergency medicine and intensive care medicine
- Evidence of continued professional development in Prehospital Emergency Medicine (PHEM)
- Evidence of significant autonomous pre-hospital practice
- Established RSI ability within normal practice with supporting evidence
- Currently employed as a Consultant in an acute NHS Hospital, preferably a Major Trauma Centre
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Proven record of ability to work within a multi-disciplinary Pre Hospital Emergency Medical Service
- Ability to lead and work with a team under conditions of extreme pressure, limited resources and adverse environment
Living the trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
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).
