Consultant in Acute Medicine *With Recruitment and Retention Premium*
Consultant
Main area: Acute Medicine
Grade: Consultant
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time / Part time / Flexible working (10 sessions per week, with opportunities for less than full time working)
Job ref: 387-M-3007-MP-A
Site: Bristol Royal Infirmary
Town: Bristol
Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 pa pro rata plus £20k RRP
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 02/11/2024 23:59
As an organisation, we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
Acute Medicine is an exciting and essential pillar of urgent care at UHBW. We have ambitious plans to grow the service at the BRI, including the expansion and development of our Acute Medical Unit and Same Day Emergency Care Unit.
Recruitment and retention premium up to £20,000 including an initial welcome bonus.
Relocation allowance and support up to £8,000.
Negotiable job plans up to a maximum of 12PAs.
Ability to pursue specialist interests e.g. research, teaching, leadership, split job plans, and cross-specialty working.
We welcome applications from candidates on the CESR pathway.
We are also supportive of less than full-time working as well as flexible working requests.
Our service comprises a 39-bedded Acute Medical Unit, Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit, and the management of the Medical Take. Acute Medicine is within the Division of Medicine, working closely with colleagues in the Emergency Department, Care of the Elderly, Respiratory Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, and Hepatology.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and direction for the multi-professional team in the management of acute medical patients. Responsibilities include leading ward rounds, directing patient management, performing practical procedures, teaching junior staff, attending multidisciplinary meetings, participating in governance activities, and liaising with other professionals.
Working for our organisation
University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people. UHBW has been rated ‘Good’ overall by the CQC.
Join us and enjoy city living, countryside, or seaside, with easy access to all the South West offers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community.
It is important that you are aware that you may need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 for all patient-facing roles.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Acute Medicine includes:
- 36 inpatient bedded Acute Medical Unit on Ward A400.
- Medical Same Day Emergency Unit running 7 days a week.
- Leadership of the Acute Medical Take.
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
- Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC).
- Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview.
- Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent.
Experience
- Thorough and broad training and experience in acute medicine.
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision.
- Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants.
Clinical Knowledge and skills
- Up-to-date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty.
- Knowledge of NHS priorities.
- Broad range of IT skills.
Clinical Governance and Audit
- Understanding of clinical governance responsibilities.
- Knowledge of clinical audit principles.
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
Research
- Knowledge of research principles.
- Evidence of involvement in research.
- Evidence of peer-reviewed research papers.
Teaching and Training
- Experience of teaching medical students and supervising trainees.
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team.
- Formal teaching qualification.
- Ability to organise a specialist service.
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
- Effective communication with patients and colleagues.
- Good spoken and written English.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships.
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Awareness of personal limitations.
- Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities.
Other
- Meets professional health requirements.
- Willingness to travel to and work in other sites.
We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey.
UHBW is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff.
To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, all applicants must be able to speak fluent English.
IMPORTANT: Please note that if you apply for a position with this Trust, you may be contacted via Trac or email.
Due to the high number of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.
Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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