FAQs
What is the duration of the Trust Doctor position in Anaesthetics?
The position is for one year.
What hospitals are included in the East Kent Hospitals Trust?
The trust comprises five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people.
What are the working hours for this role?
The role is 48 hours per week.
What is the on-call rota for this position?
The on-call rota is 1:8, with two junior anaesthetists covering all emergency work.
What support is available for education and professional development?
The trust offers active support for study, quality improvement, and patient safety work as part of the 'We care' improvement journey, along with opportunities for teaching and additional educational roles.
What types of surgical services does William Harvey Hospital provide?
The hospital provides surgical services including head and neck cancer, colorectal cancer, gynecology, ENT, trauma surgery, breast surgery, pediatrics, and ophthalmology, among others.
Who will the Trust Doctor be working under for supervision?
The post-holder will mainly work under the supervision of a consultant.
What opportunities exist for independent work in this role?
Independent work opportunities may be available based on the post-holder's experience.
How does the department promote effective communication?
Effective communication with medical and service departments within the Trust and other hospitals is essential and encouraged.
Who can be contacted for further information or to arrange an informal visit?
For further details or informal visits, please contact Janine Thomas, Consultant Anaesthetics and Trust Lead, at ekhuft.whanaestheticlead@nhs.net.