Job summary
Applications are invited for the position of Locum Consultant Nephrologist (10 PAs). Working within the Renal and transplant Service to provide cover of clinical duties including care of inpatients with kidney disease, general nephrology and specialist out-patients.
The successful applicant will join an enthusiastic and supportive team of foundation doctors, core medical trainees, specialist registrars and an associate specialist, supporting a team of 11(8 WTE) nephrology consultants and 5 transplant surgeons.
This is an exciting opportunity for a doctor who has several years of experience of acute internal medicine and/or nephrology to obtain in-depth experience in a speciality which includes both acute medicine and chronic disease management. The John Walls Renal Unit has a track record of innovative service delivery and of excellence in training and clinical research.
We offer a comprehensive range of Nephrology services for the population of the East Midlands Renal Network. These services include - Acute and Chronic haemodialysis, CAPD, home haemodialysis, OPD nephrology and pre and post kidney transplant follow up (but excluding acute kidney transplantation). The department has developed Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) services, and consultants have worked on AKI projects locally, regionally, and nationally
Main duties of the job
- Ward cover for 18-20 weeks per year alongside other consultant colleagues
- To undertake general nephrology outpatient clinics and/or specialist clinics
- To participate in the consultant rotas for the nephrology service including consultant of the week (approx. 1 week in 10) and the on call rota out of hours and at weekends (1:8)
- To supervise and train junior medical staff.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Do you want to be part of an innovative team committed to delivering the best care. We offer a friendly, flexible working environment.
The service has a national and international reputation and has an active programme of both clinical, laboratory and medical education research. The department has a philosophy of a multi-disciplinary approach to the care of patients with renal failure. There is a core group of experienced nursing and other health care professionals who are responsible for the planning and delivery of services to patients with renal failure in their own homes as far as possible.
The service acts as the tertiary referral centre for the East Midlands Renal Network for renal and kidney transplantation covering a population of approximately 2.2 million. The service covers Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, NW Anglia and Northamptonshire and there are additional renal consultants based at Kettering General Hospital, Northampton General Hospital, Lincoln County Hospital and Peterborough District General Hospital. Significant developments have taken place in the affiliated district general hospitals. There are satellite units at Boston, Kettering, Lincoln, Loughborough, Northampton, Peterborough, Skegness and Grantham which are managed by UHL
There is a mentorship scheme for all new consultant staff. This is designed to help new appointees to settle into working at UHL and to assist individuals in a personal way to familiarise them with the Trust and how things work in practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Do you want to be part of an innovative team committed to delivering the best care. We offer a friendly, flexible working environment.
The service has a national and international reputation and has an active programme of both clinical, laboratory and medical education research. The department has a philosophy of a multi-disciplinary approach to the care of patients with renal failure. There is a core group of experienced nursing and other health care professionals who are responsible for the planning and delivery of services to patients with renal failure in their own homes as far as possible.
The service acts as the tertiary referral centre for the East Midlands Renal Network for renal and kidney transplantation covering a population of approximately 2.2 million. The service covers Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, NW Anglia and Northamptonshire and there are additional renal consultants based at Kettering General Hospital, Northampton General Hospital, Lincoln County Hospital and Peterborough District General Hospital. Significant developments have taken place in the affiliated district general hospitals. There are satellite units at Boston, Kettering, Lincoln, Loughborough, Northampton, Peterborough, Skegness and Grantham which are managed by UHL
There is a mentorship scheme for all new consultant staff. This is designed to help new appointees to settle into working at UHL and to assist individuals in a personal way to familiarise them with the Trust and how things work in practice.
Person Specification
GMC registration
Essential
- Hold a full registration with the GMC ( London) with license to practice or to be able to obtain by appointment
CPD
Essential
- Continued professional development within past 2 years
Clinical Audit
Essential
- Evidence of clinical audit
Person Specification
GMC registration
Essential
- Hold a full registration with the GMC ( London) with license to practice or to be able to obtain by appointment
CPD
Essential
- Continued professional development within past 2 years
Clinical Audit
Essential
- Evidence of clinical audit
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).
