Job summary
Come and join one of the world leading centres for diabetic foot disease and workwith our passionate and experienced diabetes team at King's.
We are looking for a Consultant with specialist interest in diabetic foot disease to join our growing multi-disciplinary team.
The role will include developing our multi-morbid complex diabetes service to deliver holistic care with multi-specialist input.
The diabetes departmenthas multiple opportunities for research and career development within our supportiveteam.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will join three other Diabetic Foot Consultant colleaguesin a rotational manner of working. This rotation will include dedicated time withinthe Mike Edmond's Foot Unit (MEFU) and inpatient diabetic foot team, where theywill lead the multi-specialty and multi-disciplinary team with orthopaedic, vascular,plastics and microbiology colleagues.
There will be a period on Oliver ward, providing general medical care to our 20-30bedded ward, and up to 10 dedicated diabetic foot beds, as well as associatedweekend on-call working. Lastly the rotation will include complex diabetes clinicsboth within the hospital and community settings.
There will be opportunity to develop the service with support from the ClinicalLead and wider team, as well as develop research interests and mentor themultiple trainees from across disciplines that are involved in our work.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiestteaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and morethan 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of localand specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, GlobalReach 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 wedo. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim totake Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join ahighly 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 carbonemissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation,neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, andEmergency Department.
Kings is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres,King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designatedAHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university KingsCollege London and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: Kings College Hospital,Guys and St Thomas, and South London and Maudsley.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated workforce and join one of thelargest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputationfor innovation and the desire to make a difference.
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice and be on theSpecialist Register, or within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent to be eligiblefor interview.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years),therefore 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 theDisclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation,neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, andEmergency Department.
Kings is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres,King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designatedAHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university KingsCollege London and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: Kings College Hospital,Guys and St Thomas, and South London and Maudsley.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated workforce and join one of thelargest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputationfor innovation and the desire to make a difference.
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice and be on theSpecialist Register, or within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent to be eligiblefor interview.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years),therefore 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 theDisclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD)
Registration
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC
- Name on GMC Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD)
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Diabetes, culminating in award of CCT or equivalent
- Specialist training in Diabetes
Desirable
- Sub-specialist experience in Diabetic foot
Administration
Essential
- Experience in day-to-day organisation of Diabetes services in a busy Teaching Hospital
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
Desirable
- Familiar with current structure of UK National Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualification
Audit and Quality Improvement
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit
- Must have undertaken and completed audit projects
Desirable
Research and Publications
Essential
- Experience of clinical research
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
- Sub-specialist work within Diabetic foot
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of diabetes and particularly Diabetic foot
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation
Desirable
- Teaching skills course/qualification
Job specific criteria
Desirable
- Experience of working within a complex MDT
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD)
Registration
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC
- Name on GMC Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD)
Training and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Diabetes, culminating in award of CCT or equivalent
- Specialist training in Diabetes
Desirable
- Sub-specialist experience in Diabetic foot
Administration
Essential
- Experience in day-to-day organisation of Diabetes services in a busy Teaching Hospital
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
Desirable
- Familiar with current structure of UK National Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualification
Audit and Quality Improvement
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit
- Must have undertaken and completed audit projects
Desirable
Research and Publications
Essential
- Experience of clinical research
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
- Sub-specialist work within Diabetic foot
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of diabetes and particularly Diabetic foot
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation
Desirable
- Teaching skills course/qualification
Job specific criteria
Desirable
- Experience of working within a complex MDT
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).
