Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a trust doctor in Clinical Immunology. This is an opportunity to gain experience in clinical Immunology and allergy within a world class team specialising in the diagnosis and management of complex immunological disorders.
The post holder will join an enthusiastic cohesive team of four medical consultants, two Immunology/Allergy trainees and three nurse specialists, there will also be an opportunity to gain experience in allergy within the local allergy services. The post is for 6 months in the first instance with potential extension.
The Department of Immunology at Barts Health NHS Trust is sited at the state-of-the-art Pathology and Pharmacy building at the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel and provides diagnostic service with a fully comprehensive range of hospital departments providing elective and acute care including paediatrics, rheumatology, haematology, nephrology, dermatology, ENT, gastroenterology, respiratory medicine, infectious diseases, GUM/HIV.
Main duties of the job
Outpatient Immunology clinics and MDTs, the Immunology clinic is based at the Royal London Hospital site (RLH) and potentially allergy experience (St Barts hospital, Homerton Hospital)Day ward patient reviews: assessment and management of a wide range of patients with immunological diseasesInpatient ward rounds to review Immunology patients and ward referralsClinical liaison and advice to patients and other specialtiesOpportunity to take part in service development, audit and quality improvement projects, ongoing departmental researchOpportunity to obtain laboratory experience within the Immunology laboratoryOpportunity to participate in specialist medicine on call, supported by medical registrar and on-call consultant, depending on previous experience
About us
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification.
- Full registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC)
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in research (peer-reviewed publication(s) or research degree)
Experience
Essential
- Completion of F1/F2 years.
- At least 12 months experience as medical SHO in appropriate acute medical specialties.
- Current ALS certificate.
Desirable
- Higher trainee-equivalent experience of working in medical specialities such as Rheumatology/Haematology/Respiratory medicine/Renal Medicine
- Previous experience in Immunology or allergy
- Laboratory experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
- Clinical judgment: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritize clinical need.
- Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit/quality improvement and demonstrable commitment to improving quality of care to patients
- Understanding of modern medical curriculam and commitment to life-long learning.
Desirable
- Extra-curricular activities / achievements relevant to the job.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and information appropriately
- IT skills
- An understanding of the principles of equality and diversity
Desirable
- Undertaken audit projects.
- Interest in research with peer reviewed publications.
- Participation in service improvement projects.
- Initiative and the ability to deal effectively with pressure and/or challenge
Other
Essential
- Flexible and co-operative approach to colleagues
Desirable
- Self-motivated with an enquiring, critical approach to work
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification.
- Full registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC)
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in research (peer-reviewed publication(s) or research degree)
Experience
Essential
- Completion of F1/F2 years.
- At least 12 months experience as medical SHO in appropriate acute medical specialties.
- Current ALS certificate.
Desirable
- Higher trainee-equivalent experience of working in medical specialities such as Rheumatology/Haematology/Respiratory medicine/Renal Medicine
- Previous experience in Immunology or allergy
- Laboratory experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
- Clinical judgment: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritize clinical need.
- Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit/quality improvement and demonstrable commitment to improving quality of care to patients
- Understanding of modern medical curriculam and commitment to life-long learning.
Desirable
- Extra-curricular activities / achievements relevant to the job.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and information appropriately
- IT skills
- An understanding of the principles of equality and diversity
Desirable
- Undertaken audit projects.
- Interest in research with peer reviewed publications.
- Participation in service improvement projects.
- Initiative and the ability to deal effectively with pressure and/or challenge
Other
Essential
- Flexible and co-operative approach to colleagues
Desirable
- Self-motivated with an enquiring, critical approach to work
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
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).
