Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic Locally Employed Doctors (LED) to join Mid-Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We are a mid-sized, busy but friendly District General Hospital in the heart of the Cheshire countryside in the North-West of England close to Manchester and Liverpool. The appointee will join in-patient acute teams based at Leighton Hospital. These are 12-month rotational posts ST1/2 level. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to develop experience and clinical skills in up to 3 specialty areas within the Trust.
These posts would be perfect for doctors who have finished foundation training and wish to explore posts in a number of specialties, they are also ideal for international medical graduates early in their career wanting to gain experience in the NHS. For those new to the NHS, there is considerable support to enable a smooth transition, including a common commencement date for the group and an enhanced induction both to the Trust and to the NHS followed by a shadowing period.
Following this initial period, there is rolling monthly half-day teaching for this specific cohort of doctors. Additionally, all doctors will be given an electronic portfolio for recording of evidence of practice, crucial for application for specialty training in the UK.
There is a recruitment incentive of £1,500 paid during the first month of employment.
Interviews will be held via MS Teams on Tuesday 19th March.
Main duties of the job
Posts can consist of either two six-month posts, for example in acute/general medicine and Emergency medicine or three lots of four-month rotations for example in trauma and orthopaedics, general surgery and emergency medicine. Further examples of possible rotations are detailed in the job description.
The successful candidate will undertake a full and equal part in the provision of the out of hours on-call service at Leighton Hospital with colleagues on a specialty full shift rota. The frequency of this will vary depending on specialty, however, all will be resident on site. Roles will be predominantly ward-based but opportunities will be available to attend other areas such as clinics or theatre as regular duties allow. Staff will be supported by middle grade doctors and Consultants in their specialty area.
In addition, the post holder will be required to undertake Continued Professional Development (CPD) both to ensure training and learning but also to fulfil appraisal and revalidation requirements. Self Development Time (SDT) of an hour a week will be rostered to facilitate this and promote participation in Quality Improvement Work. The Trust is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). The Trust provides high quality planned and emergency care, cardiac, critical care,child health,maternity services and intermediate care at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
The Trust provides over 500 beds and employs over 5,100 members of staff. A comprehensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools through ourCentral Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership.
We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems. We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As these are cross-department roles, duties and responsibilities will vary according to specialty.
Further information on departmental roles is detailed within the job description.
Essential person specifications required for the role:
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practise
- MB ChB or equivalent
- Completion of Foundation Competencies or equivalent experience, demonstrating appropriate skills to work at ST1 level
- The ability to prioritise clinical needs
- An awareness of their own limitations
- The ability to assess, recognise and initiate management of acutely ill patients
- The ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
- Capable of discussing treatment options with patients in a professional and understanding manner
- Capable of establishing good working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues
- Experience of the audit process
- High ethical / professional standards in line with GMC Standards and Good Medical Practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
As these are cross-department roles, duties and responsibilities will vary according to specialty.
Further information on departmental roles is detailed within the job description.
Essential person specifications required for the role:
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practise
- MB ChB or equivalent
- Completion of Foundation Competencies or equivalent experience, demonstrating appropriate skills to work at ST1 level
- The ability to prioritise clinical needs
- An awareness of their own limitations
- The ability to assess, recognise and initiate management of acutely ill patients
- The ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
- Capable of discussing treatment options with patients in a professional and understanding manner
- Capable of establishing good working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues
- Experience of the audit process
- High ethical / professional standards in line with GMC Standards and Good Medical Practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with General Medical Council
- MB ChB or equivalent
- Completion of foundation competencies or equivalent, demonstrating work at ST1/2 level
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience working in a Clinical role
Experience
Essential
- Able to prioritise clinical needs
- Competent in basic clinical procedures eg CPR, Infection control etc
Desirable
- Completion of a period of Clinical Observership in the UK
Ability
Essential
- Ability to assess, recognise and initiate management of an acutely ill patient
- Able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
Desirable
- Understands the responsibilities of being an employee in the NHS
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with General Medical Council
- MB ChB or equivalent
- Completion of foundation competencies or equivalent, demonstrating work at ST1/2 level
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience working in a Clinical role
Experience
Essential
- Able to prioritise clinical needs
- Competent in basic clinical procedures eg CPR, Infection control etc
Desirable
- Completion of a period of Clinical Observership in the UK
Ability
Essential
- Ability to assess, recognise and initiate management of an acutely ill patient
- Able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
Desirable
- Understands the responsibilities of being an employee in the NHS
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).
