Job summary
This appointment is an excellent opportunity for physician trainees aiming to gain experience in COVID-19 and new systems. The primary role of the post holder is to provide medical support for COVID-19 related activity at GSTT.The post holder will be embedded in a novel clinical team working to address challenges particular to COVID-19. Direct supervision will be by experienced senior clinicians supporting the implementation of novel COVID services, in an area benefitting from both on-site acute medical services and experienced administrativesupport.
You will also support quality improvement initiatives and perform risk assessments and risk mitigation strategies for COVID-19 related problems.
The post is advertised as a 6 month post in the first instance but we would consider applicants interested in a shorter period of working. Subject to appropriate applications there may be opportunities at GSTT for the appropriate candidate in other COVID-related teams such as infection, medicine or COVID-research following post.
Main duties of the job
Support the timely delivery of clinical services to acceptable medical standards, in-line with the requirements of appropriate guidelines and regulationsProvide medical assessment and cover for COVID-19 related activities, working alongside clinical nurses and administrative staff
In partnership with the senior clinical team, initiate definitive strategies toanticipate and expertly manage medical safety issues, including emergenciesSupport aspects of medical triage, including pre-attendance medical histories, informed consent, medical examinations, dosing of medicationWhere required, provide medical cover outside of normal working hours, as determined by the nature of the activity being undertaken at that time- there is an expectation the working day will be 8.30am-5.30pm in the post and the working pattern will be across 7 days but within junior doctor contract requirements (e.g this may lead to working Wed-Sun rather than a more usual.
About us
The pandemic has brought fresh challenges to the NHS which have led toexpansion in services and a new COVID framework in the organisation. The COVID team T) is a platform for providing new services related to the pandemic. This has ranged from roll-out of vaccination hubs across the organisation to the planning of a new unit for managingthose with early COVID infection.
This accelerates discovery of novel approaches to the prevention, diagnosis and therapy in COVID-19. The COVID team works closely with infection teams and medicine teams and the appropriate candidate may havean interest in these aspects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As clinical COVID physician the post holder will:
Mon-Fri and the days would be expected to change each week as the 7 daycover is provided by a team of 3-5 doctors; if an interested candidate specifically wanted to work just Friday-Sunday this could be considered as weekend cover is a priority area).Accept delegated responsibility to ensure that activities are carried out safely and in compliance with guidelinesBe responsible for specific medical decisions as agreed with the medical leadPerform clinical procedures as appropriate to the service (including, but not limited to, clinical examinations or testing, insertion of intravenous lines,assessment of adverse events and management of medical emergencies)Ensure that patients attending the unit give fully informed consent with clear understandingAssess the eligibility status of referrals for treatmentsEvaluate and manage acute, sub-acute and chronic adverse drug reactions and escalate where neededAssess and interpret clinical data from patients, e.g. vital signs, ECGs, laboratory tests, side effects etcEnsure that all clinical activities are conducted in accordance with approvedStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Participate in the writing, and review, of appropriate SOPs in association with senior medical colleagues and the COVID teamMaintain accurate and accessible medical notesProvide medical input into integrated clinical, safety and statistical reports as requestedContribute to the risk assessment and planning of risk mitigation strategies for clinical COVID servicesMaintain awareness and keep abreast of latest technologies in the medical fieldEnsure personal Trust mandatory training is up to date and support the training of medical, nursing and ancillary staff as requiredAssist with business development activities as appropriate including thedevelopment and maintenance of professional relationships with local opinion leaders and other GSTT departmentsDevelop and maintain computer skills to utilise available systems for the efficient management and administration of the day to day activities of the clinical areaAny other duties as may be deemed reasonable by the COVID teamTo participate in clinical and other service activities with the object of ensuring a high standard of patient careTo participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As clinical COVID physician the post holder will:
Mon-Fri and the days would be expected to change each week as the 7 daycover is provided by a team of 3-5 doctors; if an interested candidate specifically wanted to work just Friday-Sunday this could be considered as weekend cover is a priority area).Accept delegated responsibility to ensure that activities are carried out safely and in compliance with guidelinesBe responsible for specific medical decisions as agreed with the medical leadPerform clinical procedures as appropriate to the service (including, but not limited to, clinical examinations or testing, insertion of intravenous lines,assessment of adverse events and management of medical emergencies)Ensure that patients attending the unit give fully informed consent with clear understandingAssess the eligibility status of referrals for treatmentsEvaluate and manage acute, sub-acute and chronic adverse drug reactions and escalate where neededAssess and interpret clinical data from patients, e.g. vital signs, ECGs, laboratory tests, side effects etcEnsure that all clinical activities are conducted in accordance with approvedStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Participate in the writing, and review, of appropriate SOPs in association with senior medical colleagues and the COVID teamMaintain accurate and accessible medical notesProvide medical input into integrated clinical, safety and statistical reports as requestedContribute to the risk assessment and planning of risk mitigation strategies for clinical COVID servicesMaintain awareness and keep abreast of latest technologies in the medical fieldEnsure personal Trust mandatory training is up to date and support the training of medical, nursing and ancillary staff as requiredAssist with business development activities as appropriate including thedevelopment and maintenance of professional relationships with local opinion leaders and other GSTT departmentsDevelop and maintain computer skills to utilise available systems for the efficient management and administration of the day to day activities of the clinical areaAny other duties as may be deemed reasonable by the COVID teamTo participate in clinical and other service activities with the object of ensuring a high standard of patient careTo participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration and hold a licence to practise
Desirable
- MRCP (UK)
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent by intended start date
- Diploma in Tropical Medicine & Hygiene or equivalent postgraduate qualification applicable to the role. (may include an allergy qualification for example).)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years clinical experience leading to GMC Foundation Competencies or equivalent.
- Clinical experience in infectious diseases, allergy, general (internal) medicine, or COVID-19 in the last 2 years
Desirable
- Experience of managing patients on an acute unselected medical take (ST1- 2 level CMT or equivalent).
- Experience working with patients with COVID-19, vaccination hubs or COVID-19 clinical trials
- Experience of managing infections in a range of patient groups
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability toprioritise clinical need
- Ability to work without direct supervision where appropriate
Desirable
- Experience in clinical guideline development
Teaching
Essential
- Able to teach and has evidence to demonstrate this
Desirable
- Experience in developing videos or training materials for new services.
Management
Essential
- Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management.
Desirable
- Experience of management in day units.
- Evidence of undertaking a QIP or audit and completing the cycle.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration and hold a licence to practise
Desirable
- MRCP (UK)
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent by intended start date
- Diploma in Tropical Medicine & Hygiene or equivalent postgraduate qualification applicable to the role. (may include an allergy qualification for example).)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years clinical experience leading to GMC Foundation Competencies or equivalent.
- Clinical experience in infectious diseases, allergy, general (internal) medicine, or COVID-19 in the last 2 years
Desirable
- Experience of managing patients on an acute unselected medical take (ST1- 2 level CMT or equivalent).
- Experience working with patients with COVID-19, vaccination hubs or COVID-19 clinical trials
- Experience of managing infections in a range of patient groups
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability toprioritise clinical need
- Ability to work without direct supervision where appropriate
Desirable
- Experience in clinical guideline development
Teaching
Essential
- Able to teach and has evidence to demonstrate this
Desirable
- Experience in developing videos or training materials for new services.
Management
Essential
- Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management.
Desirable
- Experience of management in day units.
- Evidence of undertaking a QIP or audit and completing the cycle.
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).
