Job summary
- Main area
- Clinical Decision Unit, Cardiology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Trust Registrar
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed Term 12 months)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (40 hours)
- Job ref
- 358-6439488-MED
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Glenfield Hospital
- Town
- Leicester
- Salary
- £51,017 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 23/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
ST3+ Trust Grade on Cardiology CDU
NHS Medical & Dental: Trust Registrar
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance
Job overview
We are recruiting a ST3+ Trust grade in Cardiology on the Clinical Decisions Unit (CDU) with a special interest in acute cardiovascular medicine.
The post will be available for an initial period of 12 months, with a possibility of an extension of contract.
Full GMC registration with a license to practice is required.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic physician to help deliver quality emergency medical care for cardiovascular patients admitted to University of Leicester NHS Trust. We are recruiting a registrar with a special interest in acute cardiovascular medicine.
This post will be based at the Glenfield Hospital which delivers a Cardio-respiratory take of approximately 60-80 patients per day. The Clinical Decisions Unit (CDU) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit at the Glenfield is still developing in order to respond to increasing demand of cardiology and respiratory care. In addition the post holder will contribute to the provision of the outpatient service for general cardiology.
The post holder will look after patients with a variety of general and specialist Cardiology conditions offering an excellent exposure for those individuals considering a career in Cardiology medicine or a hospital based medical speciality.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will look after patients with a variety of general and specialist Cardiology conditions offering an excellent exposure for those individuals considering a career in Cardiology medicine or a hospital based medical speciality.
The basic salary is £51,017. In addition you will also receive allowances for working on the out of hours on-call rota. All Trust doctors at UHL will be entitled to take study leave and allocated funding for training and study.
This post will allow successful candidates to develop their clinical skills and experience in a hospital with a track record of innovative service delivery, excellence in training and clinical research. The University Hospitals of Leicester is one of the largest and busiest teaching trusts in England employing over 16,000 members of staff, providing services to 1 million people across Leicestershire and Rutland with all three hospitals delivering an acute general hospital service
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Here at Leicester’s Hospitals, we believe our purpose is to deliver Caring at its Best. To achieve this, we need the best staff, the right attitude and lots of energy. Creating a hospital where patients choose to come and where staff want to work is important. We continue to develop our services and are always looking for talented individuals who can add value to the care we provide, grow with us, and share in our on-going success.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
KEY DUTIES OF THE POST
- Duties include clerking of all admissions and discharging of all admissions unit/ward patients
- Maintain accurate record keeping for every patient seen and communication made with General Practitioners and other agencies.
- Keep up to date in advances in current knowledge and practice
- Work with and implement service policies, guidelines and protocols
- Participate in Trust training to improve the quality of service provision
- Work within and demonstrate an understanding of the Clinical Governance agenda
- Conduct or participate in regular audits and Quality Improvement projects
- Undertake other duties as may be considered reasonable and appropriate
- Attend and participate in staff and group meetings as required
- Responsible for admission / assessment of all routine and emergency admissions.
- Responsible for daily progress assessment of patients and responding to urgent request as appropriate
- Responsible for reporting on patient´s condition to Consultant as appropriate
- Participation in various investigation/treatments as required
- Liaison with other departments
- Participation in Consultant ward/board rounds
- Participation in Consultant outpatients clinic
- In-putting data as necessary on to patient related computer system
- Completion and dictation/signing detailed discharged letters
- Ensuring that all necessary statutory and professional standards are adhered to
- Participation in on call rotas (including nights and weekends)
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Current or Eligible for full GMC Registration
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology
- MRCP or Equivalent
- Advanced Life Support Training
Desirable criteria
- Higher degree (MD/PhD)
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology
Desirable criteria
- Experience of Device Implantation including single and dual chamber pacemakers and defibrillators
- Experience of basic diagnostic electrophysiology
- Experience of basic interventional/structural Cardiology
Communication and audit/research
Essential criteria
- Clear, fluent application
- Clear, fluent written & verbal presentation.
- Experience and commitment to medical audit
- Understanding the place of Research
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of relevant research activity.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Planning and organisation skills
Essential criteria
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
Desirable criteria
- Shows interest, enthusiasm or demonstrates ability and previous management experience.
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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
- Dr Martin Behounek
- Job title
- Consultant Cardiologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0116 250 3772
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