Job summary
We are excited to offer an opportunity for an engaged, forward-thinking, and proactive doctor to join our high-energy, diverse team in the Emergency Department. We are looking for someone who can bring their own unique skills and perspectives to further enhance our dynamic service.
Our Emergency Department is the largest and busiest in Surrey, operating 24 hours a day and treating over 110,000 patients annually.
In this role you will work ,under the supervision of our experienced Emergency Medicine Consultant team, while also supporting our Middle Grade and Foundation Year 2 trainees in their development.
We warmly welcome informal visits to the department, giving you the chance to meet the team and experience first-hand how we deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
Main duties of the job
1. To be responsible for the initial assessment and care of the patients under the supervision of the Emergency Physician in Charge (EPIC).
2. To support the Emergency Physician in Charge at night with the ability to manage resources appropriately to ensure patient safety and escalate to Consultant on Call if required.
3. To provide timely and appropriate guidance to the junior Emergency Department medical staff.
4. To support nursing and other clinical colleagues in the delivery of high quality emergency care.
5. To assist in developing and implementing the clinical protocols of care for all conditions / presentations.
6. To participate in the educational and research activities of the Emergency Department at St. Peter's Hospital.
7. To support the delivery of key performance objectives.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our Vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcome for patients and the team. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Provide initial assessment, treatment, and management of Emergency Department patients.
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Lead night shifts, managing resources to ensure patient safety and escalating appropriately to Consultant on Call.
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Independently review and manage both straightforward and complex cases with minimal supervision.
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Supervise and support the clinical work and training of junior doctors, including Tier 2/3 staff, and contribute to multidisciplinary team development.
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Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure effective communication with GPs and Speciality Teams.
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Work within Trust protocols, policies, and Clinical Governance frameworks, participating actively in audit and quality improvement projects.
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Rotate across key ED areas, including Shift Leader, Rapid Assessment and Treatment, Ambulatory Majors, Non-ambulatory Majors and Paediatrics.
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Practice according to GMC standards and demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.
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Engage in departmental and Trust meetings, educational activities, and audits, with protected time allocated for supporting professional activities.
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Participate in a self-rostering system and collaborate with colleagues to ensure internal cover for leave, with flexibility as needed.
Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week; therefore successful candidates need to be able to work a variety of shifts, including days, lates, twilights and nights.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Provide initial assessment, treatment, and management of Emergency Department patients.
-
Lead night shifts, managing resources to ensure patient safety and escalating appropriately to Consultant on Call.
-
Independently review and manage both straightforward and complex cases with minimal supervision.
-
Supervise and support the clinical work and training of junior doctors, including Tier 2/3 staff, and contribute to multidisciplinary team development.
-
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure effective communication with GPs and Speciality Teams.
-
Work within Trust protocols, policies, and Clinical Governance frameworks, participating actively in audit and quality improvement projects.
-
Rotate across key ED areas, including Shift Leader, Rapid Assessment and Treatment, Ambulatory Majors, Non-ambulatory Majors and Paediatrics.
-
Practice according to GMC standards and demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.
-
Engage in departmental and Trust meetings, educational activities, and audits, with protected time allocated for supporting professional activities.
-
Participate in a self-rostering system and collaborate with colleagues to ensure internal cover for leave, with flexibility as needed.
Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week; therefore successful candidates need to be able to work a variety of shifts, including days, lates, twilights and nights.
Person Specification
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- Able to take personal responsibility
- Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Minimum 6 months ED experience in the UK
- Experience leading a department
Desirable
- 2 years or more in Emergency Medicine in NHS or similar health care setting post foundation years /internship
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical governance
- Understanding of audit and research methodologies, resource management, clinical risk and quality
Desirable
- NHS Constitution and relevant local and national standards relating to the speciality
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support as appropriate to your role
- Able to provide a customer focussed service
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- MRCEM
- Life support courses: ALS, ATLS, APLS
- US Level 1
Person Specification
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- Able to take personal responsibility
- Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Minimum 6 months ED experience in the UK
- Experience leading a department
Desirable
- 2 years or more in Emergency Medicine in NHS or similar health care setting post foundation years /internship
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical governance
- Understanding of audit and research methodologies, resource management, clinical risk and quality
Desirable
- NHS Constitution and relevant local and national standards relating to the speciality
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support as appropriate to your role
- Able to provide a customer focussed service
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- MRCEM
- Life support courses: ALS, ATLS, APLS
- US Level 1
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).
