Job summary
We are looking for Senior Clinical Fellows to join our Critical Care Services team to enable Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust provide a first class anaesthetic service at both New Cross and Cannock Chase Hospitals.
Suitable for UK and overseas doctors seeking clinical experience, a high quality training, enhanced qualifications and career progression. Posts will be offered equivalent to the Specialist Registrar equivalent grades.
Main duties of the job
To agree a contract of employment. To comply with all GMC regulations such as laid out in "Good Medical Practice". To observe the Trust's agreed policies and procedures, in particular in relation to managing staff, and to follow the Trust's Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions. These policies and procedures have been drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters. To take responsibility for your own Health & Safety complying with any safe working arrangements, policies and procedures which are in place. To comply with all Trust requirements of appraisal, assessment and of the proposed medical training programme as stipulated by the programme leads.
About us
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We welcome the rich diversity that exists within our communities and workforce and are building a workforce that can help us to realise our values, improve quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We are passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, and commensurate with your grade, to play a full part in the supervision and support of other members of your team including more junior medical staff .In conjunction with colleagues, to take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and other resources to ensure the maximum efficiency of the department.
The post holder will have an agreed experience in the specialty of their choice including outpatient clinics, ward cover, specialist in-patient reviews and procedures, audit and research. The precise role within each team and the proportion of clinical time spent between the two components would depend on previous experience and qualifications of the candidate and the specialty chosen. For candidates with more than 3 years of post-qualification experience, MRCP or equivalent qualifications or full time research experience, Senior Fellowship position can be offered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, and commensurate with your grade, to play a full part in the supervision and support of other members of your team including more junior medical staff .In conjunction with colleagues, to take responsibility for the best use of departmental staffing and other resources to ensure the maximum efficiency of the department.
The post holder will have an agreed experience in the specialty of their choice including outpatient clinics, ward cover, specialist in-patient reviews and procedures, audit and research. The precise role within each team and the proportion of clinical time spent between the two components would depend on previous experience and qualifications of the candidate and the specialty chosen. For candidates with more than 3 years of post-qualification experience, MRCP or equivalent qualifications or full time research experience, Senior Fellowship position can be offered.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
- Eligible for Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and licence to practise
- Completion of (or near completion of) Core Anaesthetic Training (CT3/4) or equivalent
Desirable
- FRCA (Primary and/or Final) or equivalent postgraduate qualification
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
- Additional relevant qualifications (e.g. PGCME, research degree
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' anaesthetic experience in a recognised training post or equivalent
- Competent in providing anaesthesia for a range of routine surgical procedures under supervision
- Experience in pre-operative assessment, intraoperative care, and post-anaesthesia management
- Experience in participating in emergency theatre and out-of-hours rotas
Desirable
- Experience in subspecialty areas (e.g. obstetric, paediatric, or trauma anaesthesia)
- Experience in anaesthesia for remote site procedures (e.g. MRI, endoscopy)
- Previous experience working in the UK NHS
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Sound understanding of anaesthetic principles, pharmacology, and physiology
- Ability to recognise and manage anaesthetic complications promptly and safely
- Effective communication skills with patients, colleagues, and the multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work independently with appropriate supervision / Evidence of good clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills
Desirable
- Involvement in clinical governance, audit, or quality improvement
- Evidence of involvement in teaching or training activities
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
- Eligible for Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and licence to practise
- Completion of (or near completion of) Core Anaesthetic Training (CT3/4) or equivalent
Desirable
- FRCA (Primary and/or Final) or equivalent postgraduate qualification
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
- Additional relevant qualifications (e.g. PGCME, research degree
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' anaesthetic experience in a recognised training post or equivalent
- Competent in providing anaesthesia for a range of routine surgical procedures under supervision
- Experience in pre-operative assessment, intraoperative care, and post-anaesthesia management
- Experience in participating in emergency theatre and out-of-hours rotas
Desirable
- Experience in subspecialty areas (e.g. obstetric, paediatric, or trauma anaesthesia)
- Experience in anaesthesia for remote site procedures (e.g. MRI, endoscopy)
- Previous experience working in the UK NHS
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Sound understanding of anaesthetic principles, pharmacology, and physiology
- Ability to recognise and manage anaesthetic complications promptly and safely
- Effective communication skills with patients, colleagues, and the multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work independently with appropriate supervision / Evidence of good clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills
Desirable
- Involvement in clinical governance, audit, or quality improvement
- Evidence of involvement in teaching or training activities
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).
