Job summary
The post is a one-year fixed term contract. It will be based within Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust and primarily working at Darent Valley Hospital. This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a trainee with an interest in education to develop as a multiprofessional simulation-based educator. The aims of this new programme are to support the academic and nonclinical professional development of healthcare professionals from a range of backgrounds and to bring benefits to the healthcare system in which they are working through their project work on the programme.
Main duties of the job
Multi-Professional Fellows will provide clinical leadership to agreed development work/project(s) in one or more of these areas working with stakeholders inDartford & Gravesham NHS Trust and the local system.
The role is intended to develop the postholder's leadership capabilities and non-clinical professional development. The Fellow will be sponsored to complete postgraduate certificate level academic studies at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) as an integral part of the role. Fellows will be supported to network and collaborate with colleagues on the programme from different professional backgrounds and across geographical communities in KSS to enhance learning and developments.
This role forms part of the NHS England SE-KSS - BSMS Multi-Professional Simulation Fellow Programme which aims to bring benefits to the healthcare system through developments in the following priority areas:
- Developing Clinical Practice
- Differential Attainment
- Simulation-Based Education and Technology-Enhanced Learning
- Digital Skills in Healthcare Practice
- Leadership Development.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all of our staff are double vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities:
The successful applicant will also support the pre-existing Simulation-Based Education (SBE) programmes running across the Trust. These include;
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- To work in collaboration across the educational pathway to support the implementation of simulation and human factors across the service.
- To support the development of a safety culture across the organisation, incorporating patient safety as a key component across educational programmes.
- To have the technical ability to be able to run simulation-based education this would include manikin management, programming and managing the AV equipment.
- To be able to conduct / lead an educational debrief following simulation this would need to incorporate both technical and non-technical skills.
- Deliver on specialty educational projects identified by the Simulation Lead and Human Factors & Simulation Specialist Lead, ensuring that project management principles are adhered to, deadlines met and the objectives to the project are achieved.
- To support the Human Factors & Simulation Specialist Lead in performing related risk assessments and implementing/reviewing any subsequent actions.
- Design and deliver educational programmes across medical and clinical education and learning and development in this, ensuring that organisational requirements are met.
- Act always in accordance with their professional Code of Conduct and guiding documents
- Adhere to Trust Policy and Procedure.
- Maintain up to date skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of professional issues.
- Maintain own educational development and encourage new practice in others, whilst embracing new technologys e.g. e-learning
Education and development responsibilities:
To develop personal skills in education including:
- An understanding of adult educational theories;
- Knowledge of educational theory and undertaking educational research
- Assessment and evaluation methodology;
- Knowledge of human factors and crisis resource management and their role in simulation-based learning and the wider clinical environment.
- Participate in the development and teaching of new and existing teaching courses, for postgraduate and undergraduate trainees, including simulation programmes.
- Undertake evaluation of courses and teaching delivered to ensure that trainees needs are continually met.
- Undertake research in healthcare education and aim to present research and novel ideas at local, national and international meetings.
- Participation in medical education department meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Responsibilities:
The successful applicant will also support the pre-existing Simulation-Based Education (SBE) programmes running across the Trust. These include;
-
- To work in collaboration across the educational pathway to support the implementation of simulation and human factors across the service.
- To support the development of a safety culture across the organisation, incorporating patient safety as a key component across educational programmes.
- To have the technical ability to be able to run simulation-based education this would include manikin management, programming and managing the AV equipment.
- To be able to conduct / lead an educational debrief following simulation this would need to incorporate both technical and non-technical skills.
- Deliver on specialty educational projects identified by the Simulation Lead and Human Factors & Simulation Specialist Lead, ensuring that project management principles are adhered to, deadlines met and the objectives to the project are achieved.
- To support the Human Factors & Simulation Specialist Lead in performing related risk assessments and implementing/reviewing any subsequent actions.
- Design and deliver educational programmes across medical and clinical education and learning and development in this, ensuring that organisational requirements are met.
- Act always in accordance with their professional Code of Conduct and guiding documents
- Adhere to Trust Policy and Procedure.
- Maintain up to date skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of professional issues.
- Maintain own educational development and encourage new practice in others, whilst embracing new technologys e.g. e-learning
Education and development responsibilities:
To develop personal skills in education including:
- An understanding of adult educational theories;
- Knowledge of educational theory and undertaking educational research
- Assessment and evaluation methodology;
- Knowledge of human factors and crisis resource management and their role in simulation-based learning and the wider clinical environment.
- Participate in the development and teaching of new and existing teaching courses, for postgraduate and undergraduate trainees, including simulation programmes.
- Undertake evaluation of courses and teaching delivered to ensure that trainees needs are continually met.
- Undertake research in healthcare education and aim to present research and novel ideas at local, national and international meetings.
- Participation in medical education department meetings.
Person Specification
Education & Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Eligible for Full GMC Registration and License to Practice at the time of appointment
- ALS Provider
Desirable
- Intercalated BSc or equivalent Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD
- Publications in recognised medical or academic journals
- Attendance at medical courses and conferences
- Previous experience in simulation
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Basic knowledge of educational theory
- Excellent communication & negotiation skills
- Good organisational & time management skills
- Ability to problem solve
- Demonstrates leadership qualities
Experience
Essential
- Competence in independent management of medical emergencies
- Evidence of independently leading teams
- Evidence of interest and experience in teaching medical students and trainees
- Evidence of awareness of the importance of multidisciplinary teaching
Desirable
- oAn understanding of NHS management and resources.
- oPrevious experience in delivering education, ideally in an inter-professional setting.
- oPublications in peer-reviewed journals
- oDemonstrated experience with simulation-based education events
- oDemonstrated experience in research-based activities and data collection
Person Specification
Education & Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Eligible for Full GMC Registration and License to Practice at the time of appointment
- ALS Provider
Desirable
- Intercalated BSc or equivalent Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD
- Publications in recognised medical or academic journals
- Attendance at medical courses and conferences
- Previous experience in simulation
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Basic knowledge of educational theory
- Excellent communication & negotiation skills
- Good organisational & time management skills
- Ability to problem solve
- Demonstrates leadership qualities
Experience
Essential
- Competence in independent management of medical emergencies
- Evidence of independently leading teams
- Evidence of interest and experience in teaching medical students and trainees
- Evidence of awareness of the importance of multidisciplinary teaching
Desirable
- oAn understanding of NHS management and resources.
- oPrevious experience in delivering education, ideally in an inter-professional setting.
- oPublications in peer-reviewed journals
- oDemonstrated experience with simulation-based education events
- oDemonstrated experience in research-based activities and data collection
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).
