FAQs
What is the role of a Chief Registrar in Ambulatory Medicine?
The Chief Registrar role combines senior clinical training with healthcare leadership and management development, aimed at enhancing patient care and service outcomes within the trust.
What qualifications are needed to apply for this position?
Applicants should be senior trainees in medicine with a keen interest in developing leadership skills and advancing their careers towards consultancy.
How many Chief Registrars will be appointed for Acute General Medicine?
There will be a total of two Chief Registrars appointed for Acute General Medicine, with one post already filled.
What kind of training and support does the Chief Registrar program provide?
The program offers training focused on healthcare management and leadership skills, supported by the Royal College of Physicians and Health Education England.
Where is the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust located?
The Trust comprises four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington, and Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Who can I contact for more information about the Chief Registrar role?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Richard De Butts, the Clinical Lead in AGM, at richard.debutts@ouh.nhs.uk or by telephone at 0300 304 7777.
What are the core values of the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?
The core values include compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence, all aimed at putting patients at the heart of healthcare delivery.
Are there opportunities for service redesign and workforce transformation in this role?
Yes, the Chief Registrar role includes responsibilities related to managing services, quality and service improvement, education and training, service redesign, and workforce transformation.
What is the focus of the Chief Registrar role within the Trust?
The focus is on leading and prioritising optimal coordination of medical care to deliver the best patient and service outcomes.
Is this position suitable for someone looking to advance into a consultancy career?
Yes, the Chief Registrar role is specifically designed to help senior trainees develop skills that will prepare them for a successful career as a consultant.