Job summary
The post is based at Homerton University Hospital in Hackney. Teaching of postgraduates and medical students is considered a high priority.
The post is offered on a full-time basis of 8 clinical programmed activities and 2 supporting professional activities, although applications are welcomed from those wishing to work less than full time.
Specialist interests in Medical Leadership and critical care outreach would be of interest to the Trust and would be strongly encouraged. An additional NHS responsibility PA allowance may also be available for clinical leadership, following appointment and subject to mutual agreement. Interested candidates should discuss this aspect with the AMD.
The post is open to applicants on the specialist register for intensive care medicine (or within six months of entry via an approved training scheme). Dual specialty candidates are very welcome to apply and there would be flexibility to accommodate sessions within an allied specialty.
Main duties of the job
Purpose of the job
a) To provide a leadership role, in conjunction with other senior members of the Department of Intensive Care, in sustaining and developing clinical services for the residents of Hackney.
b) To maintain and develop an environment of clinical and academic excellence within the Department.
c) To provide input into the critical care outreach service
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities
a) The care of critically ill patients in accordance with the proposed weekly activities. This may include co-ordination of care for patients, including children, presenting to Homerton Hospital who need transfer to other institutions for continuing care.
b) The training and supervision of junior doctors in the provision of intensive care.
c) Contribution to an allied specialty if relevant and by mutual agreement
The successful applicant will be part of a team comprising of 8 Intensive Care Consultants, withon-call commitments for Intensive Care and not Anaesthesia (there is a separate on call service for these two specialties). There will be 10 programmed activities (PAs), of which 8 will be Direct Clinical Care (this is negotiable for those wishing to be considered for LTFT employment or who may be willing to take on other responsibilities (particularly medical Leadership) within the department).
On-call commitment will be solely at the Homerton University Hospital NHS Trust, on a 1 in 8 basis with prospective cover.
The successful applicant will also be expected to play an active part in the professional supervision, training and management of trainee medical staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities
a) The care of critically ill patients in accordance with the proposed weekly activities. This may include co-ordination of care for patients, including children, presenting to Homerton Hospital who need transfer to other institutions for continuing care.
b) The training and supervision of junior doctors in the provision of intensive care.
c) Contribution to an allied specialty if relevant and by mutual agreement
The successful applicant will be part of a team comprising of 8 Intensive Care Consultants, withon-call commitments for Intensive Care and not Anaesthesia (there is a separate on call service for these two specialties). There will be 10 programmed activities (PAs), of which 8 will be Direct Clinical Care (this is negotiable for those wishing to be considered for LTFT employment or who may be willing to take on other responsibilities (particularly medical Leadership) within the department).
On-call commitment will be solely at the Homerton University Hospital NHS Trust, on a 1 in 8 basis with prospective cover.
The successful applicant will also be expected to play an active part in the professional supervision, training and management of trainee medical staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in ICM or equivalent parent speciality (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview if in a recognised training programme)
- Experience and training in intensive care medicine to the levels set for CCT (or equivalent training) by FICM.
Desirable
- Member of the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine
- UK or European Diploma in ICM
- Paediatric ICU experience
- FICE Accreditation, Basic Ultrasound Scanning skills
- Membership of additional Royal College (or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Teaching and Clinical Governance including clinical audit.
- Ability to appraise evidence and to undertake relevant research.
- Able to make moderate management (non-clinical) decisions unsupervised.
- Evidence of completion of audit projects leading to improved clinical care
Desirable
- Teaching qualification
- An interest in research as evidenced by publications relevant to critical care
- Familiarity with ICNARC data collection & reporting
Skills
Essential
- Able to lead a multi-disciplinary team and by the standards of their own performance and behaviour, act as a role model to others.
- Able to communicate at all levels with patients, relatives, colleagues and managers and act as a ambassador for the Trust and the Intensive Care service.
- Able to organise self and others.
Desirable
- Experience in Simulation training
- Experience of 'paperless' ICU systems and ability to evaluate available products
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in ICM or equivalent parent speciality (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview if in a recognised training programme)
- Experience and training in intensive care medicine to the levels set for CCT (or equivalent training) by FICM.
Desirable
- Member of the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine
- UK or European Diploma in ICM
- Paediatric ICU experience
- FICE Accreditation, Basic Ultrasound Scanning skills
- Membership of additional Royal College (or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Teaching and Clinical Governance including clinical audit.
- Ability to appraise evidence and to undertake relevant research.
- Able to make moderate management (non-clinical) decisions unsupervised.
- Evidence of completion of audit projects leading to improved clinical care
Desirable
- Teaching qualification
- An interest in research as evidenced by publications relevant to critical care
- Familiarity with ICNARC data collection & reporting
Skills
Essential
- Able to lead a multi-disciplinary team and by the standards of their own performance and behaviour, act as a role model to others.
- Able to communicate at all levels with patients, relatives, colleagues and managers and act as a ambassador for the Trust and the Intensive Care service.
- Able to organise self and others.
Desirable
- Experience in Simulation training
- Experience of 'paperless' ICU systems and ability to evaluate available products
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).
