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Specialist in Intensive Care Medicine and/or Anaesthetics

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University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Lancaster

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified doctor with intensive care or anaesthetics experience, capable of clinical audit participation, revalidation, service development, and ongoing medical education.
  • You will support general hospital services, provide on-call cover for Intensive Care, participate in audits, ensure evidence-based practice, and engage in continuous education and service development.

Requirements

  • - You will join a team of Consultants with several Specialists Doctors, Specialty Doctors and ACCP’s supporting all general services of the hospital including Accident and Emergency department, Theatres covering maternity, Gynaecology, Orthopaedic and trauma, ophthalmology and ENT.
  • - You will work with some supervision while in theatres, experience dependent.
  • - On-call shifts provide non-residential cover Intensive Care.
  • - Assessment and preparation of patients for theatre and provision of immediate post-operative care, experience dependent.
  • - Actively participate in and present clinical audit.
  • - Demonstrate evidence based practice where appropriate.
  • - Undertake and participate in the appraisal process and job planning.
  • - Satisfy the criteria for revalidation.
  • - Contribute to service development in areas of special interest and expertise.
  • - Actively participate in continuing medical education.
  • - Undertake personal appraisal and job-planning as part of revalidation.
  • - Maintain all mandatory training requirements.

Responsibilities

  • You will join a team of Consultants with several Specialists Doctors, Specialty Doctors and ACCP’s supporting all general services of the hospital including Accident and Emergency department, Theatres covering maternity, Gynaecology, Orthopaedic and trauma, ophthalmology and ENT.
  • You will work with some supervision while in theatres, experience dependent.
  • On-call shifts provide non-residential cover Intensive Care.
  • Assessment and preparation of patients for theatre and provision of immediate post-operative care, experience dependent.
  • Actively participate in and present clinical audit.
  • Demonstrate evidence based practice where appropriate.
  • Undertake and participate in the appraisal process and job planning.
  • Satisfy the criteria for revalidation.
  • Contribute to service development in areas of special interest and expertise.
  • Actively participate in continuing medical education.
  • Undertake personal appraisal and job-planning as part of revalidation.
  • Maintain all mandatory training requirements.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have relevant qualifications in Intensive Care Medicine and/or Anaesthetics, along with experience working in a clinical environment.

What is the work schedule like?

The position involves a full shift pattern with prospective cover for annual leave and study leave, totaling 10-13 Programmed Activities (PA) per week depending on agreed job plans.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the successful candidate will actively participate in continuing medical education and can contribute to service development in areas of special interest.

Are there on-call responsibilities?

Yes, the position requires non-residential on-call shifts to provide coverage for Intensive Care.

Is there support for new consultants?

Yes, you will join a team of experienced Consultants and will work under some supervision in theatres depending on your experience.

What types of surgeries will I be involved in?

You will have the opportunity to work in main theatres covering maternity, gynaecology, orthopaedic and trauma, ophthalmology, and ENT procedures.

Are informal visits to the hospital encouraged before applying?

Yes, informal visits can be arranged for further details about the position.

Can I expect to engage in research or teaching opportunities?

Yes, the Trust has strong links with Lancaster Medical School and is involved in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education.

Where are the hospitals located?

The primary hospital is Furness General Hospital, close to the Lake District, and you may also cover Westmorland General Hospital near Kendal, along with the Royal Lancaster Infirmary in Lancaster.

What level of support does the hospital provide for mandatory training?

The hospital maintains all mandatory training requirements to ensure that staff are up to date with necessary competencies.

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Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the Morecambe Bay area, including acute, elective, and emergency care. Their ultimate mission is to provide outstanding, compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of their community. Their purpose is to ensure high-quality treatment and support, promote health and wellness, and continuously enhance patient experiences through excellence in clinical practice and innovation.