Job summary
This is a 12-month, senior clinical fellow post in Prince Charles Hospital (PCH) Intensive Care Unit (ITU). This is a full-time roleopen to applicants with GMC registration and at the equivalent level of ST3+.The post is primarily based in PCH, adult ITU with the opportunity for cross-site work in sister units. The ITU at PCH is established for 10 beds (6 level 3 and 4 level 2), with plans to expand to 12 beds in Autumn 2026 when the PCH ITU new build iscomplete (on the same site).The unit has two resident on call uers: an airway rota (rota 1) and a non-airway rota (rota 2). The successful candidate will beexpected to work on rota 1 and be part of a 1:8 on call rota, with a 40 hour week job plan, with enhanced payment for the oncall commitment.The postholder will be working in a consultant-led district general intensive care unit and will gain experience in different organ support modalities including respiratory, cardiovascular and renal support. The postholder will work both day, and nighton calls in ITU, providing care for the patients in the unit as part of a mul?disciplinary team.The postholder will be required to work resident shifts including long days, nights and weekends. They will also be a key member of cardiac arrest team. Normal working days will be predominantly based in Main Theatres on Anaesthetic lists with consultant supervision as appropriate.
This post is fixed term for up to 12 months due to structural changes.
Main duties of the job
See JD attached.
Main Duties and Responsibilities The post holder will work on a 1 in 8 on call rota as the senior, airway trained resident doctor. The post holder will liaise closely with the consultants with regards to patient management, referrals, admissionsand discharges from the unit. The primary responsibility of the post holder is to contribute to the smooth running of the intensive care unit under consultant supervision. The post holder will have day sessions with the Theatre, providing anaesthesia for routine surgical cases under thesupervision and/or direction of Anaesthetic Consultants. The post holder must be aware of clinical governance and clinical risk management and take an active part in theirimplementation
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other Duties And Responsibilites The post holder will be required to co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services and are expected to share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management. In addition, it should be notedthat a clinical directorate structure is in operation, which requires close co-operation and liaison with colleagues as appropriate. There is a requirement to work within the financial and other constraints decided upon by the Health Board. Additional expenses of any kind must not be commized without the approval of the appropriate manager/budget holder. Subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service, the post holder will be expected to observe policies and procedures ofthe Health Board, drawn up in consultation with the professions where they involve clinical matters. The post holder will be expected to comply with local and naonal employment and personnel policies and procedures in the management of employees of the Health Board. The post holder will be required to ensure that arrangements are in place for the organisation of medical staff and thatthey are allocated duties in accordance with the work of the department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other Duties And Responsibilites The post holder will be required to co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services and are expected to share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management. In addition, it should be notedthat a clinical directorate structure is in operation, which requires close co-operation and liaison with colleagues as appropriate. There is a requirement to work within the financial and other constraints decided upon by the Health Board. Additional expenses of any kind must not be commized without the approval of the appropriate manager/budget holder. Subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service, the post holder will be expected to observe policies and procedures ofthe Health Board, drawn up in consultation with the professions where they involve clinical matters. The post holder will be expected to comply with local and naonal employment and personnel policies and procedures in the management of employees of the Health Board. The post holder will be required to ensure that arrangements are in place for the organisation of medical staff and thatthey are allocated duties in accordance with the work of the department.
Person Specification
Experience & Skills
Essential
- Previous clinical experience in critcal care medicine
- Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients
- Advanced airway skills including ability to intubate critically ill patients with distant supervision
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in critical care in the NHS
- Has experience of incident reporting and investigations
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (UK) with license to practice
- Completed core training in ICM or anaesthesia (or equivalent)
- Possession of RCoA Initial Assessment of Competencies (IAC)
- Possession of RCoA Initial Assessment of Competencies (IAC)
Desirable
- Completed resuscitation courses (e.g. ATLS/APLS, difficult airway management etc)
- FRCA/MRCP/FFICM Part 1 or equivalent
Person Specification
Experience & Skills
Essential
- Previous clinical experience in critcal care medicine
- Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients
- Advanced airway skills including ability to intubate critically ill patients with distant supervision
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in critical care in the NHS
- Has experience of incident reporting and investigations
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (UK) with license to practice
- Completed core training in ICM or anaesthesia (or equivalent)
- Possession of RCoA Initial Assessment of Competencies (IAC)
- Possession of RCoA Initial Assessment of Competencies (IAC)
Desirable
- Completed resuscitation courses (e.g. ATLS/APLS, difficult airway management etc)
- FRCA/MRCP/FFICM Part 1 or equivalent
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).
