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, Same Day Emergency Care Unit, and optimising clinical pathways.
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 12 PAs.
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 works closely with colleagues in the Emergency Department, Care of the Elderly, Respiratory Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, and Hepatology.
Our Trust includes leading tertiary specialist services including the Bristol Heart Institute, St Michaels Maternity Hospital, and Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre. We actively encourage our consultants to explore opportunities for cross-specialty collaboration.
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 junior medical and other staff, attending multidisciplinary meetings, participating in governance activities, and liaising with professionals both within and outside the Trust.
Working for our organisation
University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with over 13,000 staff and 100+ clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall, and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award-winning Trust, we are committed to improving patient care through world-leading research and innovations.
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 and design our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
It is important that you are aware that you may need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 for all patient-facing roles and roles within patient-facing areas (unless there is a clear medical reason or other exceptional circumstances).
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Acute Medicine comprises the following:
- 36 inpatient bedded Acute Medical Unit on Ward A400, with clinical leadership provided by two consultants from 09:00-17:00 for ward rounds, new admissions, and managing referrals.
- Medical Same Day Emergency Unit operates 7 days a week from 08:00 to 22:00 alongside the Emergency Department, with the Acute Medicine Consultant present from 11:00 to 19:00 on weekdays for rapid patient review.
- Acute Medicine provides leadership of the Acute Medical Take, managing referrals and on-call junior team from 08:00 - 20:00 on weekdays.
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
- 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 and is consistent with the Trust’s service strategy
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-reviewed 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
- Evidence of management training
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
- Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
Interpersonal, Communication and Team Working Skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff, and other colleagues
- Good knowledge of spoken and written English
- Ability to present effectively to an audience and respond to questions
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Ability to be a flexible team member
Any Other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
- Awareness of personal limitations
- Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
- Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities
Other
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willingness to travel to and work in other sites as necessary
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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