The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

MYDoc Trust Registrar - Cardiology Imaging Fellow

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Job summary

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is pleased to announce the continuation of this post. The post is suitable for a cardiology trainee with an interest in imaging to acquire skills for scanning, supervising and reporting cardiac CT and MR independently. There are also additional clinical service commitments.

This post is not a recognised UK training post. However, the post-holder will have a named supervisor and support with undertaking scheduled educational opportunities within the Trust. We can support applications to get the position approved as OOP if the doctor is already in a training programme.

An Introduction to the Division/Specialty from Dr Tom Mwambingu, Head of Clinical Service for Cardiology

The post-holder will undertake advanced cardiac imaging and clinical work in Cardiology in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS trust, with 6 imaging sessions and 2 clinical sessions per week. Lists include general cardiac MRI, stress perfusion MRI, and cardiac CT. This timetable will allow the successful candidate to attain level 2/3 accreditation in both cardiac CT and MRI. There will also be a requirement to participate in ongoing MRI research which is a requirement for level 3 accreditation.

Duties will be based in both Pinderfields Hospital and Dewsbury Hospital sites.

This post is due to commence from the 7th august 2024.Please apply early to avoid disappointment as if we receive sufficient/ suitable applications the vacancy may close earlier than advertised

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will undertake advanced cardiac imaging and clinical work in Cardiology in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, with 6 imaging sessions and 2 clinical sessions per week. Lists include general cardiac MRI, stress perfusion MRI, and cardiac CT. This timetable will allow the successful candidate to attain level 2/3 accreditation in both cardiac CT and MRI. There will also be a requirement to participate in ongoing MRI research which is a requirement for level 3 accreditation.

Duties will be based in both Pinderfields Hospital and Dewsbury Hospital sites.

The main duties of the post will include:

  • Supervision and first-reporting of cardiac MRI and CT (with appropriate consultant supervision)
  • Out-patient activities/clinics
  • Involvement in specialty and cross-specialty multi-disciplinary teams and meetings
  • Involvement in relevant administration duties
  • Teaching and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriate
  • Active involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement activities

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after discussion with the post holder.

About us

We provide care and support to over a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).

Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce.

We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.

We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and consistently.

We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.

We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.

Details

Date posted

17 November 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£55,329 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9377-23-0179

Job locations

Pinderfields Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Introduction

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is pleased to announce the continuation of this post. The post is suitable for a cardiology trainee with an interest in imaging to acquire skills for scanning, supervising and reporting cardiac CT and MR independently. There are also additional clinical service commitments.

This post is not a recognised UK training post. However, the post-holder will have a named supervisor and support with undertaking scheduled educational opportunities within the Trust. We can support applications to get the position approved as OOP if the doctor is already in a training programme.

An Introduction to the Division/Speciality from Dr Tom Mwambingu, Head of Service for Cardiology

The Service Role

The post-holder will undertake advanced cardiac imaging and clinical work in Cardiology in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, with 6 imaging sessions and 2 clinical sessions per week. Lists include general cardiac MRI, stress perfusion MRI, and cardiac CT. This timetable will allow the successful candidate to attain level 2/3 accreditation in both cardiac CT and MRI. There will also be a requirement to participate in ongoing MRI research which is a requirement for level 3 accreditation.

Duties will be based in both Pinderfields Hospital and Dewsbury Hospital sites.

The main duties of the post will include:

  • Supervision and first-reporting of cardiac MRI and CT (with appropriate consultant supervision)
  • Out-patient activities/clinics
  • Involvement in specialty and cross-specialty multi-disciplinary teams and meetings
  • Involvement in relevant administration duties
  • Teaching and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriate
  • Active involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement activities

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after discussion with the post holder.

The MYDoc Training Programme Educational Input & Recognition

Doctors appointed to a MYDoc post will receive relevant educational input. Each doctor will be allocated an Educational Supervisor and will be required to develop a Personalised Work Schedule.

The Trust identifies the following as educational opportunities:

Core Service Duties -Supervision and first-reporting of cardiac MRI and CT (with appropriate consultant supervision).

Clinics -Available as a formal training opportunity as all will be supported by a designated consultant.

Ward Rounds -Formal and informal teaching rounds where possible, formality usually dependent on clinical activity levels.

Breakfast Clubs -Fellows can be fully involved in delivering teaching to other trainees and medical students.

Mandatory Training -Available through the Trust Intranet.

Teaching -Numerous opportunities to teach medical students and junior doctors as formal sessions or informally. Training the trainers courses are available externally and occasionally in-house.

Study / PDP Days-Study leave is granted according to HEE and trust policies and signed off by the educational supervisor if appropriate.

Other departmental teaching and training sessions-Within the Trust there are many educational opportunities, most of which are open to all members of staff. Trainees are encouraged to take these opportunities so long as it will not adversely affect the smooth running of the department. The Education Department maintains an up-to-date schedule of training across the Trust. Some training using low to high fidelity simulation and Human factors training is also available in most specialties. X-Ray, audit, research and departmental meetings are also present in most specialties and provide a source of education both formally and informally. Management meetings within and between departments offer an excellent opportunity for informal learning.

Formal teaching of other trainees and Medical students.Supervise work experience students.

Supervision Meetings-It is important that the trainee receives regular feedback and has regular meetings with their Educational and Clinical Supervisors to discuss their progression and progress against their PDP and personalised work schedule.The Trainees Clinical Supervisor shall meet with them at the start and end of the placement and complete the necessary documentation as detailed on the E-portfolio.

Workplace Based Assessments-The ARCP requirements are set out in the Specialty Curriculum. The trainee will have the opportunity to achieve AT LEAST the minimum number of assessments recommended per placement (and should check their curriculum to ensure the minimum is met, at least throughout their placement).

Audit / Quality Improvement-The department is expected to undertake a number each year. The trainee will have opportunities to be included and should discuss these with their educational supervisor.

Study Time-1 hour per week set-aside for trainees to complete work mandated by the curriculum. The hour can be taken at a time that is at the discretion of the trainee, but should not adversely affect the smooth running of the department. The work includes but is not limited to: Pre-reading for ALS Course, Maintaining the e-portfolio, Involvement in quality improvement, SCRIPT modules.

The weekly timetable should include a balance of these activities appropriate to your grade, role and training requirements. You are required to maintain a dialogue with your Clinical and Educational Supervisor to ensure the balance of these activities meets your developmental needs.

Whilst not a recognised training post Doctors successfully completing their training programme will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from the Trust. Doctors will use established work-place based assessment (WPBA) tools to chart progress and keep relevant evidence in an electronic portfolio system. There will be an annual review of progress based on evidence within the portfolios including the WPBA, 360 assessment, personal reflections and CPD, covering both clinical, personal, and professional development, and a Certificate of Achievement (appropriate to that year/level of training) will be issued.

Terms & Conditions and Tenure

Employment will be as a MYDoc Trust Registrar on Trust Terms and Conditions of Service.

Appointment as a MYDoc Trust Registrar is intended to be for a maximum of a 12-month period as part of an individual development programme for the Doctor. This post is due to commence from the 7th of August 2024.

Pay Scale

These roles are equivalent to a doctor on specialty training programmes and will be paid on the equivalent pay scale. The salary will be £55,329 per annum. This is a full-time post.

Visits and Contacts

Candidates are encouraged to visit the Trust by arrangement where possible and should you want more information and or wish to arrange a visit please contact:

Contact details of Head of Service

Dr Tom Mwambingu

Head of Clinical Service for Cardiology

tom.mwambingu@nhs.net

Contact details for cardiac MR Lead

Dr Peter Swoboda

p.swoboda@nhs.net

Formal visits may only be offered to candidates who have been shortlisted for interview. Such candidates may be reimbursed their travel and subsistence expenses for one such visit only. In the case of candidates travelling from abroad, travelling expenses are normally payable only from the point of entry to the UK.

Should you require any further information please contact the Medical Staffing Department at The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust on Tel: 01924 543642.

Appraisal and Revalidation

This post is not recognised for training and brings with it an obligation to engage with the process of revalidation on an annual basis.

All our Trust appointed doctors are required to engage positively with appraisal and revalidation. The Trust has procedures that comply with national recommendations. As a Trust employed doctor on a fixed term contract successfully appointed applicants will need to have a prescribed connection with Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust via GMC Connect and will therefore have Dr Richard Robinson, the Chief Medical Officer at the Trust as their GMC Responsible Officer.

Continuing Professional Development

The Trust requires all its doctors to engage with continuing professional development, guided by the relevant professional associations or Royal Colleges. Time and funding is provided according to departmental and Trust policies, subject to approval through the clinical management structures. There is a programme of mandatory training which all relevant staff must complete as required.

Research

Medical staff are encouraged to develop areas of personal and/or research interest. This can be developed in liaison with the Trusts R&D department and in line with prevailing policies and research frameworks. The Trust is developing an expanding and outward-looking research programme.

Educational & Clinical Supervision

The post holder will have a named educational supervisor and be expected to hold regular meetings with them during their tenure to ensure appropriate development during their appointment.

Teaching

The Trust is keen to maintain its reputation for high quality training and to attract the highest calibre of trainee and career-grade doctors. All senior doctors are involved in training our doctors, students and other professions. There are many opportunities to develop training and education roles and many have taken on educational leadership roles within and beyond the Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Introduction

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is pleased to announce the continuation of this post. The post is suitable for a cardiology trainee with an interest in imaging to acquire skills for scanning, supervising and reporting cardiac CT and MR independently. There are also additional clinical service commitments.

This post is not a recognised UK training post. However, the post-holder will have a named supervisor and support with undertaking scheduled educational opportunities within the Trust. We can support applications to get the position approved as OOP if the doctor is already in a training programme.

An Introduction to the Division/Speciality from Dr Tom Mwambingu, Head of Service for Cardiology

The Service Role

The post-holder will undertake advanced cardiac imaging and clinical work in Cardiology in Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, with 6 imaging sessions and 2 clinical sessions per week. Lists include general cardiac MRI, stress perfusion MRI, and cardiac CT. This timetable will allow the successful candidate to attain level 2/3 accreditation in both cardiac CT and MRI. There will also be a requirement to participate in ongoing MRI research which is a requirement for level 3 accreditation.

Duties will be based in both Pinderfields Hospital and Dewsbury Hospital sites.

The main duties of the post will include:

  • Supervision and first-reporting of cardiac MRI and CT (with appropriate consultant supervision)
  • Out-patient activities/clinics
  • Involvement in specialty and cross-specialty multi-disciplinary teams and meetings
  • Involvement in relevant administration duties
  • Teaching and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriate
  • Active involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement activities

The above list is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after discussion with the post holder.

The MYDoc Training Programme Educational Input & Recognition

Doctors appointed to a MYDoc post will receive relevant educational input. Each doctor will be allocated an Educational Supervisor and will be required to develop a Personalised Work Schedule.

The Trust identifies the following as educational opportunities:

Core Service Duties -Supervision and first-reporting of cardiac MRI and CT (with appropriate consultant supervision).

Clinics -Available as a formal training opportunity as all will be supported by a designated consultant.

Ward Rounds -Formal and informal teaching rounds where possible, formality usually dependent on clinical activity levels.

Breakfast Clubs -Fellows can be fully involved in delivering teaching to other trainees and medical students.

Mandatory Training -Available through the Trust Intranet.

Teaching -Numerous opportunities to teach medical students and junior doctors as formal sessions or informally. Training the trainers courses are available externally and occasionally in-house.

Study / PDP Days-Study leave is granted according to HEE and trust policies and signed off by the educational supervisor if appropriate.

Other departmental teaching and training sessions-Within the Trust there are many educational opportunities, most of which are open to all members of staff. Trainees are encouraged to take these opportunities so long as it will not adversely affect the smooth running of the department. The Education Department maintains an up-to-date schedule of training across the Trust. Some training using low to high fidelity simulation and Human factors training is also available in most specialties. X-Ray, audit, research and departmental meetings are also present in most specialties and provide a source of education both formally and informally. Management meetings within and between departments offer an excellent opportunity for informal learning.

Formal teaching of other trainees and Medical students.Supervise work experience students.

Supervision Meetings-It is important that the trainee receives regular feedback and has regular meetings with their Educational and Clinical Supervisors to discuss their progression and progress against their PDP and personalised work schedule.The Trainees Clinical Supervisor shall meet with them at the start and end of the placement and complete the necessary documentation as detailed on the E-portfolio.

Workplace Based Assessments-The ARCP requirements are set out in the Specialty Curriculum. The trainee will have the opportunity to achieve AT LEAST the minimum number of assessments recommended per placement (and should check their curriculum to ensure the minimum is met, at least throughout their placement).

Audit / Quality Improvement-The department is expected to undertake a number each year. The trainee will have opportunities to be included and should discuss these with their educational supervisor.

Study Time-1 hour per week set-aside for trainees to complete work mandated by the curriculum. The hour can be taken at a time that is at the discretion of the trainee, but should not adversely affect the smooth running of the department. The work includes but is not limited to: Pre-reading for ALS Course, Maintaining the e-portfolio, Involvement in quality improvement, SCRIPT modules.

The weekly timetable should include a balance of these activities appropriate to your grade, role and training requirements. You are required to maintain a dialogue with your Clinical and Educational Supervisor to ensure the balance of these activities meets your developmental needs.

Whilst not a recognised training post Doctors successfully completing their training programme will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from the Trust. Doctors will use established work-place based assessment (WPBA) tools to chart progress and keep relevant evidence in an electronic portfolio system. There will be an annual review of progress based on evidence within the portfolios including the WPBA, 360 assessment, personal reflections and CPD, covering both clinical, personal, and professional development, and a Certificate of Achievement (appropriate to that year/level of training) will be issued.

Terms & Conditions and Tenure

Employment will be as a MYDoc Trust Registrar on Trust Terms and Conditions of Service.

Appointment as a MYDoc Trust Registrar is intended to be for a maximum of a 12-month period as part of an individual development programme for the Doctor. This post is due to commence from the 7th of August 2024.

Pay Scale

These roles are equivalent to a doctor on specialty training programmes and will be paid on the equivalent pay scale. The salary will be £55,329 per annum. This is a full-time post.

Visits and Contacts

Candidates are encouraged to visit the Trust by arrangement where possible and should you want more information and or wish to arrange a visit please contact:

Contact details of Head of Service

Dr Tom Mwambingu

Head of Clinical Service for Cardiology

tom.mwambingu@nhs.net

Contact details for cardiac MR Lead

Dr Peter Swoboda

p.swoboda@nhs.net

Formal visits may only be offered to candidates who have been shortlisted for interview. Such candidates may be reimbursed their travel and subsistence expenses for one such visit only. In the case of candidates travelling from abroad, travelling expenses are normally payable only from the point of entry to the UK.

Should you require any further information please contact the Medical Staffing Department at The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust on Tel: 01924 543642.

Appraisal and Revalidation

This post is not recognised for training and brings with it an obligation to engage with the process of revalidation on an annual basis.

All our Trust appointed doctors are required to engage positively with appraisal and revalidation. The Trust has procedures that comply with national recommendations. As a Trust employed doctor on a fixed term contract successfully appointed applicants will need to have a prescribed connection with Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust via GMC Connect and will therefore have Dr Richard Robinson, the Chief Medical Officer at the Trust as their GMC Responsible Officer.

Continuing Professional Development

The Trust requires all its doctors to engage with continuing professional development, guided by the relevant professional associations or Royal Colleges. Time and funding is provided according to departmental and Trust policies, subject to approval through the clinical management structures. There is a programme of mandatory training which all relevant staff must complete as required.

Research

Medical staff are encouraged to develop areas of personal and/or research interest. This can be developed in liaison with the Trusts R&D department and in line with prevailing policies and research frameworks. The Trust is developing an expanding and outward-looking research programme.

Educational & Clinical Supervision

The post holder will have a named educational supervisor and be expected to hold regular meetings with them during their tenure to ensure appropriate development during their appointment.

Teaching

The Trust is keen to maintain its reputation for high quality training and to attract the highest calibre of trainee and career-grade doctors. All senior doctors are involved in training our doctors, students and other professions. There are many opportunities to develop training and education roles and many have taken on educational leadership roles within and beyond the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with licence to practise - please state your GMC number
  • Medical Degree from recognised medical school
  • Higher qualification e.g. MFARM, FRCS, MRCP, MRCPG, MRCS, FRCA or equivalent
  • ATLS,ALS,APLS or PALS certification

Experience

Essential

  • Pre-registration / foundation training and at least one year in a relevant specialty in an NHS Trust or with equivalent experience from overseas.

Desirable

  • Relevant experience from other specialties
  • Experience of teaching clinical skills
  • Clinical research and development
  • BSE accreditation (or equivalent)

Management skills

Essential

  • Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving
  • Good time management

Desirable

  • Possess good organisational skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Possesses good communication skills.
  • Flexibility.
  • Willingness to provide and learn all aspects of hospitals internal systems and processes and adhere to local policies
  • Physically able to carry out the duties as specified in the job description and ability to evidence competencies
  • Disclosure + Barring Service (DBS) Clearance

Desirable

  • Has personal insight into own strengths and weaknesses.
  • Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust, the Unit and its services.
  • Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
  • Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration with licence to practise - please state your GMC number
  • Medical Degree from recognised medical school
  • Higher qualification e.g. MFARM, FRCS, MRCP, MRCPG, MRCS, FRCA or equivalent
  • ATLS,ALS,APLS or PALS certification

Experience

Essential

  • Pre-registration / foundation training and at least one year in a relevant specialty in an NHS Trust or with equivalent experience from overseas.

Desirable

  • Relevant experience from other specialties
  • Experience of teaching clinical skills
  • Clinical research and development
  • BSE accreditation (or equivalent)

Management skills

Essential

  • Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving
  • Good time management

Desirable

  • Possess good organisational skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Possesses good communication skills.
  • Flexibility.
  • Willingness to provide and learn all aspects of hospitals internal systems and processes and adhere to local policies
  • Physically able to carry out the duties as specified in the job description and ability to evidence competencies
  • Disclosure + Barring Service (DBS) Clearance

Desirable

  • Has personal insight into own strengths and weaknesses.
  • Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust, the Unit and its services.
  • Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
  • Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Pinderfields Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG


Employer's website

https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Pinderfields Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG


Employer's website

https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Peter Swoboda

p.swoboda@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

17 November 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£55,329 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9377-23-0179

Job locations

Pinderfields Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG


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