Job summary
Employer heading
Trust Doctor in Emergency Medicine (ST1)
Trust Doctor (ST1)
Job overview
Applications are invited for appointments to ST1 Level trust doctor in Emergency Medicine.
Providing person-centred, high quality and effective care is at the top of our agenda and we pride ourselves in demonstrating our values that people feel cared for, safe and confident that we are making a difference in everything we do.
We positively promote flexible working practices. To ensure that our workforce reflects the population we serve, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Main duties of the job
The role will include the initial assessment, investigation and management of patients attending the ED. You will be assigned to work in different areas of the department including Resus, Majors, Paediatrics and the ED Observation bay. You will also be responsible for arranging admissions and preparation of electronic discharge summaries as appropriate. Ensure that records of patients in your care are accurate, up to date and legible and signed.
Supervision will be provided at all times by either Consultants or Specialty Doctors in Emergency Medicine.
It is expected that you will attend the weekly departmental teaching sessions, as the rota allows and participate in the audit, governance and research activities of the department. We encourage all of our doctors to develop their portfolio whilst in our department and our former doctors have a high success rate in gaining formal training posts in Emergency Medicine.
The appointee will be expected to cover for absence of colleagues (including on call cover) at short notice, e.g. sickness.
Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 800,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We’re on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding
and friendly place to work, there’s never been a better time to join us.
At East Kent, we will do all we can to help you grow a career around you, your family, your location and your interests.
We offer flexible and fulfilling career solutions that work for you and unique opportunities to innovate and inspire – all in a county where you can enjoy your life to the full, whatever your interest.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full duties and responsibilities can be found in the 'job description', which is in the supporting documents below.
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Essential criteria
- Basic Medical Qualification (eg MBBS or MB ChB)
- Full GMC registration
Desirable criteria
- FRCEM Primary
- ALS
- ATLS
- APLS
- BSc/further postgraduate degree
Skills and experience
Essential criteria
- Greater than 6 months employment in an acute care specialty
- An ability to organise and prioritise work effectively
Desirable criteria
- Previous Emergency Medicine employment at Foundation Level or above.
Clinical governance
Essential criteria
- Experience of Audit
- Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
- Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
Desirable criteria
- Experience of service improvement
- Previous involvement in education & training
- Interest in research & development
Personal/professional attributes
Essential criteria
- Upholds and models the Trust values
- Adheres to the GMC code of conduct
Other requirements
Desirable criteria
- Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability and willingness to travel effectively between sites
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Diwakar Sharma
- Email address
- [email protected]
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