Job summary
Consultant - Internal General Medicine
This is an exciting opportunity to join our welcoming and friendly team within the department of Internal Medicine. As part of our strategy to improve medical inpatient care, we have formed the department of Internal Medicine. The Internal Medicine wards are based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Leicester General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will work with colleagues on the Internal Medicine inpatient base wards. Appointees will play a key role in helping to deliver General Medical education at postgraduate level, to help train future consultants in Internal Medicine and develop urgent outpatient care for Internal Medicine patients. The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust consists of three acute teaching hospitals serving the population of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR). It is fully committed to Continuing Medical Education for consultants.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
- We focus on what matters most
- We treat others how we would like to be treated
- We are passionate and creative in our work
- We do what we say we are going to do
- We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To provide senior clinical decision making on a Internal Medical Ward designed for patients not appropriate for immediate discharge or transfer. This will include consultant ward rounds & board rounds.
- To partake in the out of hours Medical Consultant Rota for either the Acute Medical Unit (Leicester Royal Infirmary) or Clinical Decisions Unit (Glenfield General Hospital).
- To lead on the implementation of Red to Green processes on the ward along with other systems to ensure appropriate and safe clinical care on the ward.
- To supervise and train junior medical staff. This will include supporting a new CESR programme to support development of future General Medical consultants.
- To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance Duties of a Doctor are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported.
- To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes place. To actively participate in audit.
- To work with the CMG management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future
- To provide continuing responsibility for the care of the patients in their charge and for the proper organisation and functioning of their clinical practice.
- To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the Clinical Management Group.
- To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trusts Critical Incident Policy, are reported in a timely manner.
- To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning.
- To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Management Group.
- To undertake the delivery of undergraduate teaching as a clinical teacher.
See Supporting Documents for a more detailed job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To provide senior clinical decision making on a Internal Medical Ward designed for patients not appropriate for immediate discharge or transfer. This will include consultant ward rounds & board rounds.
- To partake in the out of hours Medical Consultant Rota for either the Acute Medical Unit (Leicester Royal Infirmary) or Clinical Decisions Unit (Glenfield General Hospital).
- To lead on the implementation of Red to Green processes on the ward along with other systems to ensure appropriate and safe clinical care on the ward.
- To supervise and train junior medical staff. This will include supporting a new CESR programme to support development of future General Medical consultants.
- To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance Duties of a Doctor are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported.
- To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes place. To actively participate in audit.
- To work with the CMG management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future
- To provide continuing responsibility for the care of the patients in their charge and for the proper organisation and functioning of their clinical practice.
- To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the Clinical Management Group.
- To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trusts Critical Incident Policy, are reported in a timely manner.
- To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning.
- To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Management Group.
- To undertake the delivery of undergraduate teaching as a clinical teacher.
See Supporting Documents for a more detailed job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date for General Medicine
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent
Desirable
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent
Experience / Clinical Skills
Essential
- Fully trained in General Medicine
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills)
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience
- Management training on an accredited course
- Awareness of Service Development issues
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
- Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence
Desirable
- Highly developed emotional intelligence
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement
- Published Audit including quality improvement
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research
- Ability to appraise research critically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and Assessment skills
- Ability to asses clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date for General Medicine
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent
Desirable
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent
Experience / Clinical Skills
Essential
- Fully trained in General Medicine
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills)
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience
- Management training on an accredited course
- Awareness of Service Development issues
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
- Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence
Desirable
- Highly developed emotional intelligence
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement
- Published Audit including quality improvement
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research
- Ability to appraise research critically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and Assessment skills
- Ability to asses clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
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).
