Job summary
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is the largest hospital in the Southwest peninsula and the major trauma centre (MTC) for the South West of England within the Peninsula Trauma Network, providing comprehensive secondary and tertiary healthcare.
The Emergency Department (ED) currently sees more than 100,000 patients per year. The Peninsula is a largely rural region with very few centres with a large urban population. The overall population of the region is approximately 1.67million, which can increase by an extra 1 million people in the peak holiday season.
The ED facilities currently include a 7-bay resuscitation room (with co-located CT scanner), 21 majors cubicles, a separate ambulatory majors area, a minors area, a dedicated paediatric area, 2 small theatres and a plaster room, a seminar room, break room, and offices. A £160m rebuild of the ED is planned to commence in early 2023, with a scheduled opening in November 2025, as part of the Future Hospitals Programme. This will provide a state-of-the-art ED suitable for our growing population.
Main duties of the job
There is an establishment of 28 consultants (approximately 20 WTE), 30 Middle grade doctors (including one Associate Specialist, nine Higher Specialty Trainees and four CT3 level doctors), with additional junior doctors, Acute Care Practitioners and Nurse Practitioners sharing the workload. There is an establishment of nursing staff, led by a matron, and supported by a variable number of Ministry of Defence nurses and MAs.
Our department also benefits from close links with the military, the British Antarctic Survey Medical Unit (BASMU), Devon Air Ambulance (DAAT), and the medical school. We have a strong academic department undertaking our own research and portfolio studies. We are a teaching hospital with significant input into undergraduate medical, nursing and paramedic education, along with postgraduate training at all levels.
About us
We benefit from excellent access to tertiary services and have good relationships with key departments to support our work. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, supportive department. We receive excellent feedback from trainees and students, and want to continue to build this reputation, along with our reputation for providing high quality clinical care at the cutting edge of our speciality.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job is an opportunity work in a major hospital, in a well-run and supervised ED, whilst making a lifestyle choice. Plymouth is a large university city set on the coast, at the border of Devon and Cornwall, with an active cultural scene. Leisure opportunities are broad. Schooling is excellent, with high quality primary and secondary schools (including grammar). Road and rail links mean we arent as far away from the rest of the UK as you would think . just far enough! You will be allocated a clinical supervisor for the duration of your post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job is an opportunity work in a major hospital, in a well-run and supervised ED, whilst making a lifestyle choice. Plymouth is a large university city set on the coast, at the border of Devon and Cornwall, with an active cultural scene. Leisure opportunities are broad. Schooling is excellent, with high quality primary and secondary schools (including grammar). Road and rail links mean we arent as far away from the rest of the UK as you would think . just far enough! You will be allocated a clinical supervisor for the duration of your post.
Person Specification
Education, qualifications & special training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Holds GMC Licence to Practice at time of application. ATLS/ETC and ALS provider status (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualifications in Emergency Medicine or other evidence of academic and professional achievement. APLS/EPALS provider. APLS / ATLS / ETC/ ALS instructor. Relevant clinical and teaching courses. MRCEM exams undertaken.
Particular skills and experience
Essential
- At least 2 years' experience following on from foundation training, of which at least 1 year in emergency medicine OR completed ACCS training equivalent. (ST3 and above equivalent) Up to date clinical knowledge. Everyday ED clinical procedural skills. Evidence of career progression. Ability to work as part of a team.
Desirable
- Previous experience as ED middle grade. Leadership skills. Good time management. Desire to pursue a career in Emergency Medicine. Previous UK/NHS experience.
Clinical Research / audit
Essential
- Willing to take part in clinical audit and research.
Desirable
- Evidence of completed audit projects. Record of active participation in research. Presentations or publications.
Teaching and learning
Essential
- A genuine interest in clinical education. Ability to teach clinical and practical skills. Recognition of uncertainty and one's own limitations.
Desirable
- Evidence of teaching experience. Postgraduate teaching qualifications. Evidence of experience in mentorship.
Communication & interpersonal skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills. Well-presented CV.
Desirable
- Information technology skills.
Management
Essential
- Willingness to acquire management and organisational skills.
Desirable
- Evidence of ability in management and organisation.
Person Specification
Education, qualifications & special training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Holds GMC Licence to Practice at time of application. ATLS/ETC and ALS provider status (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualifications in Emergency Medicine or other evidence of academic and professional achievement. APLS/EPALS provider. APLS / ATLS / ETC/ ALS instructor. Relevant clinical and teaching courses. MRCEM exams undertaken.
Particular skills and experience
Essential
- At least 2 years' experience following on from foundation training, of which at least 1 year in emergency medicine OR completed ACCS training equivalent. (ST3 and above equivalent) Up to date clinical knowledge. Everyday ED clinical procedural skills. Evidence of career progression. Ability to work as part of a team.
Desirable
- Previous experience as ED middle grade. Leadership skills. Good time management. Desire to pursue a career in Emergency Medicine. Previous UK/NHS experience.
Clinical Research / audit
Essential
- Willing to take part in clinical audit and research.
Desirable
- Evidence of completed audit projects. Record of active participation in research. Presentations or publications.
Teaching and learning
Essential
- A genuine interest in clinical education. Ability to teach clinical and practical skills. Recognition of uncertainty and one's own limitations.
Desirable
- Evidence of teaching experience. Postgraduate teaching qualifications. Evidence of experience in mentorship.
Communication & interpersonal skills
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills. Well-presented CV.
Desirable
- Information technology skills.
Management
Essential
- Willingness to acquire management and organisational skills.
Desirable
- Evidence of ability in management and organisation.
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).
