Job summary
This post is to cover 3 Deanery gaps from February to August 2026. Successful candidates will need to start ASAP. Therefore we need candidates who have worked in the NHS for >12 months and need to be registered with the GMC with a licence to practice. Please do NOT apply if you have not worked in the NHS in the UK for >12 months and are not fully registered with the GMC.
The department is approved for all stages of Intensive Care training and all clinical fellows will benefit from;- Named educational supervisor- Regular protected teaching which maps the FICM syllabus.
We offer 27 days' annual leave and active support for study, quality improvement and patient safety work as part of our 'We care' improvement journey, and medical education and research.
Main duties of the job
The post is equivalent to a Critical Care/ITU/ICU/ICM Registrar (ST3 +).
Candidates MUST have:
- a minimum of 4 years post-graduation clinical experience
- a minimum of 6 months Anaesthetic experience
- a minimum of 6 months ITU experience
- be able to intubate independently
- be able to site central venous access independently
If you do not have this experience/qualifications, please do NOT apply for this job.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.
We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Completion of Foundation Training or equivalent.
- Completion of basic training in anaesthesia, medicine, EM or ICM.
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCEM, Primary FRCA or another post-graduate qualification.
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Ability to prioritise clinical workload.
- Safe and effective communication.
- At least 6 months experience working on an ICU.
Desirable
- Simulation teaching or instructor for advanced life support course.
- Anaesthesia/Airway skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Completion of audit cycle or QI.
- Evidence of engagement in patient safety projects.
Personal/Professional Attributes
Essential
- Punctual.
- Hard-working.
- Polite.
- Organised.
- Enthusiastic.
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical leadership.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Completion of Foundation Training or equivalent.
- Completion of basic training in anaesthesia, medicine, EM or ICM.
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCEM, Primary FRCA or another post-graduate qualification.
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Ability to prioritise clinical workload.
- Safe and effective communication.
- At least 6 months experience working on an ICU.
Desirable
- Simulation teaching or instructor for advanced life support course.
- Anaesthesia/Airway skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Completion of audit cycle or QI.
- Evidence of engagement in patient safety projects.
Personal/Professional Attributes
Essential
- Punctual.
- Hard-working.
- Polite.
- Organised.
- Enthusiastic.
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical leadership.
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).
