Job summary
LOCUM CONSULTANT RENAL TRANSPLANT SURGEON (6 months initially)
This is a new post for a consultant transplant surgeon within the Nephrology and Renal Transplant Service of the Renal, Respiratory and Cardiovascular Clinical Management Group, University Hospitals of Leicester currently based at Leicester General and Glenfield Hospital.
You will be part of a team comprising of five senior surgical members (4 consultants and 1 associate specialist) providing services for patients requiring renal transplantation and vascular/peritoneal access.
The transplantation service is traditionally surgically led, but relies heavily on a team approach and the surgical staff work in conjunction with Consultant Nephrologists and Consultant Anaesthetists and allied team members with responsibility for the transplantation programme.
Ideally an experienced transplant surgeon - with extensive skills and experience in vascular access surgery. You will be expected to work closely with allied team members to develop the vascular access services. In addition you will be expected to be part of both deceased donor and live donor transplant services and be expected to work within locations across the Midlands Renal network, subject to agreement.
Applicants must already be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of the interview date have a certificate of completion of specialist training.
Main duties of the job
To provide Consultant Transplant Surgeon services at the University Hospitals of Leicester.
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 and clinical research.
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 patients under their care and for the proper organisation and functioning of clinical practice.
To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the CMG.
To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trust's 'Critical Incident Policy', are reported in a timely manner.
To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning process.
To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Management Group Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department;
Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences;
To participate in the 1:5 on call rota
About us
The job plan will be subject to annual review, with any revisions sought by mutual agreement but it is expected that the successful candidate will 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.
Supporting Professional Activity (SPA)
in order to support the requirements of revalidation which include activities such as participating in audit, CPD and mandatory training, 1.5 PA's are allocated as a minimum to all consultants.
Up to a further 1 PA will be available for SPA by mutual agreement as part of the job planning process for further appropriate verifiable SPA.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions, continuous improvement and contributions to the clinical research activity of the department.
To participate in the transplant rota (1:5)
To be responsible for in-patient services on Ward
To contribute to in-patient theatre activity for Transplant
To contribute to the day case surgery theatre activity
To strengthen and develop the existing subspecialty services
To undertake Transplant outpatient clinics
To participate in the transplant inpatient service rota.
To help develop vascular access services
To work closely with Head of Service and renal management team and participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local ICB
To provide professional supervision and management to junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;
To be responsible for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;
To participate in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;
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 CMG.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions, continuous improvement and contributions to the clinical research activity of the department.
To participate in the transplant rota (1:5)
To be responsible for in-patient services on Ward
To contribute to in-patient theatre activity for Transplant
To contribute to the day case surgery theatre activity
To strengthen and develop the existing subspecialty services
To undertake Transplant outpatient clinics
To participate in the transplant inpatient service rota.
To help develop vascular access services
To work closely with Head of Service and renal management team and participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local ICB
To provide professional supervision and management to junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;
To be responsible for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;
To participate in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;
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 CMG.
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.
Person Specification
Experience / Clinical Skills
Essential
- Broad experience of renal transplant surgery
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Experience in all forms of access surgery
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest
- Experience in live donor surgery
Management
Essential
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
Desirable
- Awareness of Service Development issues
- Evidence of management and administration experience
- Management training on an accredited course
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- oTo be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
Desirable
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
Motivation
Essential
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff
- Personal integrity and reliability.
Desirable
- Development of vascular access services
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research
Desirable
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- MB BS or eqivalent
- Higher Specialist Training in Transplant Surgery
- FRCS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register OR eligible to apply within 6 months of interview date
Equality & Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to understanding the importance of treating all individuals with dignity & respect appropriate to their individual needs
Person Specification
Experience / Clinical Skills
Essential
- Broad experience of renal transplant surgery
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Experience in all forms of access surgery
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach
Desirable
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest
- Experience in live donor surgery
Management
Essential
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
Desirable
- Awareness of Service Development issues
- Evidence of management and administration experience
- Management training on an accredited course
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- oTo be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
Desirable
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
Motivation
Essential
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff
- Personal integrity and reliability.
Desirable
- Development of vascular access services
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest in research
Desirable
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.
Desirable
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- MB BS or eqivalent
- Higher Specialist Training in Transplant Surgery
- FRCS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register OR eligible to apply within 6 months of interview date
Equality & Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to understanding the importance of treating all individuals with dignity & 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).
