Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated doctor at ST1 level or above who would like to gain experience in the management of ambulatory medical patients and develop a specialist interest in Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) & Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC). This is a 1 year fixed term post starting NO LATER THAN 30th September.
The appointee will become an essential part of the Acute Medicine Unit (AMU) & Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit that is led by the Acute Medicine team. You will work under consultant supervision within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe and efficient ambulatory care for patients with acute care needs who do not require admission to hospital. The team has a close and excellent working relationship with our Emergency Department and local GPs
It would suit applicants with previous experience in acute and general medicine or training in any acute specialty (emergency medicine / acute medicine / intensive care medicine) who also have a keen interest in ultrasound.
This fellowship is intended to provide the applicant with the training required for accreditation(s) in Point of Care Ultrasound. These can be all FAMUS modules and/or FUSIC modules.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS JOB MAY CLOSE EARLY IF SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED
Main duties of the job
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients.
To work flexibly to cover the needs of the Department.
Assisting with teaching and training of junior staff and medical students.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning clinical governance and audit.
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).
To gain experience in the acute and chronic management of all ambulatory medical patients
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will receive training in accordance with the FAMUS curriculum with a view to get accredited at least in two modules in under 6 months, thereafter contributing to the training of their peers and maintaining their skills. Further modular imaging competencies are offered which can include any recognised national curriculum. Dedicated time is offered for regular hands-on training, particularly to practice: vascular access, DVT, lumbar puncture, thoracentesis, regional blocks, insertion of central line and the most modern high quality simulator Body-work Eve with the heart 3D module. Additionally, collaboration with other specialties like cardiology, EM, radiology and intensive care are viable. These skills will be valuable for the post-holders future clinical practice and enhance their career prospects as currently highly desirable skills.
This post will involve both clinical commitments on our Acute Medicine Unit (AMU) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) alongside asubstantial commitment to learning acute point of care imaging.
See job description for further information
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will receive training in accordance with the FAMUS curriculum with a view to get accredited at least in two modules in under 6 months, thereafter contributing to the training of their peers and maintaining their skills. Further modular imaging competencies are offered which can include any recognised national curriculum. Dedicated time is offered for regular hands-on training, particularly to practice: vascular access, DVT, lumbar puncture, thoracentesis, regional blocks, insertion of central line and the most modern high quality simulator Body-work Eve with the heart 3D module. Additionally, collaboration with other specialties like cardiology, EM, radiology and intensive care are viable. These skills will be valuable for the post-holders future clinical practice and enhance their career prospects as currently highly desirable skills.
This post will involve both clinical commitments on our Acute Medicine Unit (AMU) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) alongside asubstantial commitment to learning acute point of care imaging.
See job description for further information
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience after full GMC registration or equivalent
- Evidence of achievement of foundation from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
Desirable
- Have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy/national guidance/CQC/ and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
Skills
Desirable
- Extended training in ultrasound
- Experience in teaching and/or simulation
- Experience in POCUS or equivalent
- POCUS accreditation (national or international)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience after full GMC registration or equivalent
- Evidence of achievement of foundation from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
Desirable
- Have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy/national guidance/CQC/ and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
Skills
Desirable
- Extended training in ultrasound
- Experience in teaching and/or simulation
- Experience in POCUS or equivalent
- POCUS accreditation (national or international)
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).
