Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated senior trainee (ST4 or above) training in general internal medicine with an interest in leadership,management and quality improvement to join King's College Hospital (Denmark Hill site) as a chief registrar.The chief registrar role provides senior trainees with 40-50% protected time to develop skills and confidence in leadership, management andquality improvement. The learning that you will gain from attending the Royal College of Physicians bespoke Chief Registrar developmentprogramme will be put into practice in a supported environment that provides autonomy, flexibility and support to develop and support projects thataddress key local challenges and priorities. This may include service improvement, engagement and morale, education and training, workforce,and sustainability.The chief registrar will be expected to attend modules delivered as part of the RCP's bespoke development programme, which will cover, forexample, change management, team culture and development, quality improvement, leadership, influencing and personal resilience.
Main duties of the job
The chief registrar role will suit trainees who:o Want to learn about leadership and gain senior leadership experienceo Are comfortable working in uncertain environments and across traditional boundarieso Relish the opportunity to develop their own ideas and initiativeso Are committed to and passionate about improving the NHS.The chief registrar will be mentored by a senior clinical leader within the organisation and gain a unique insight into NHS leadership andmanagement processes, as well as deeper knowledge of NHS structures and stakeholders.In the first instance, applications must be discussed with your educational supervisor and training programme director (TPD), and permission toapply must be granted by the TPD.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The chief registrar role will focus on addressing key local challenges and priorities in general medicine, which may include some or all of thefollowing: Providing a bridge between senior clinical leaders, managers and the wider trainee workforce to improve communication, engagementand morale. Service improvement, for example redesigning pathways, implementing new technology and establishing new services to improve flowand outcomes for patients. Improving the quality of clinical and non-clinical education and training activities, and supporting/mentoring other trainees to engage inquality improvement. Involvement in workforce planning and improving the deployment of trainees to meet service needs and improve morale. Improving efficiency and reducing waste. Working across teams and boundaries to engage stakeholders in quality improvement and influence change. The chief registrar will attend departmental and divisional management meetings to gain an understanding of management and thewider social, political and economic influences on healthcare delivery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The chief registrar role will focus on addressing key local challenges and priorities in general medicine, which may include some or all of thefollowing: Providing a bridge between senior clinical leaders, managers and the wider trainee workforce to improve communication, engagementand morale. Service improvement, for example redesigning pathways, implementing new technology and establishing new services to improve flowand outcomes for patients. Improving the quality of clinical and non-clinical education and training activities, and supporting/mentoring other trainees to engage inquality improvement. Involvement in workforce planning and improving the deployment of trainees to meet service needs and improve morale. Improving efficiency and reducing waste. Working across teams and boundaries to engage stakeholders in quality improvement and influence change. The chief registrar will attend departmental and divisional management meetings to gain an understanding of management and thewider social, political and economic influences on healthcare delivery.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Hold a national training number in a dual accrediting higher medical speciality and general internal medicine
- ST4 and above at time of commencing post (ideally not within 18 months of completion of training on intended start date )
- Evidence of clinical competencies in their specialty appropriate for their stage in training. Ability to work without supervision where appropriate
- Evidence of active involvement in quality improvement, audit, research or other activity that focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement and innovation
- Full registration with GMC with License to Practice.
Desirable
- Additional relevant degree (intercalated, masters or doctorate)
- Evidence of relevant academic achievements, including publications / presentations
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Hold a national training number in a dual accrediting higher medical speciality and general internal medicine
- ST4 and above at time of commencing post (ideally not within 18 months of completion of training on intended start date )
- Evidence of clinical competencies in their specialty appropriate for their stage in training. Ability to work without supervision where appropriate
- Evidence of active involvement in quality improvement, audit, research or other activity that focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement and innovation
- Full registration with GMC with License to Practice.
Desirable
- Additional relevant degree (intercalated, masters or doctorate)
- Evidence of relevant academic achievements, including publications / presentations
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).
