Consultant in Acute Medicine *With Recruitment and Retention Premium*
Consultant
Main area: Acute Medicine
Grade: Consultant
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 10 sessions per week (Full time 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.
Our service is comprised of 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 the acute medical patients on our Acute Medical Unit, Same Day Emergency Care Unit and Medical Take. Responsibilities include leading ward rounds, directing patient management, performing practical procedures, teaching 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 across Bristol and Weston. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Acute Medicine is comprised of the following:
- 36 inpatient bedded Acute Medical Unit on Ward A400.
- Medical Same Day Emergency Unit runs 7 days a week 08:00 to 22:00 alongside the Emergency Department.
- Acute Medicine provides leadership of the Acute Medical Take with Acute Medicine consultant managing referrals.
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
- Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC) or
- Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview
- Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
Experience
- Evidence of 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 in the department
Clinical Knowledge and skills
- Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
- Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance and Audit
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme
Research
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
- Evidence of peer review research papers
- Ability to increase the academic profile of the department.
Teaching and Training
- Experience of teaching medical students.
- Experience of supervising trainees.
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
- Formal teaching qualification
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
- Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
- Awareness of personal limitations
- Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
Other
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
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