Consultant In Acute Medicine
Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in 2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and an approved plan to build a brand new, state of the art Emergency Department which commenced in 2021
We provide high quality, friendly and effective community health services from multiple sites covering Walsall. Our multidisciplinary services include rapid response and homebased care, so that those with long term conditions and the frail elderly can remain in their own homes.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce
Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement.
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including: salary sacrifice scheme; car leasing scheme; on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability); the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme; and the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an encouraging yet challenging environment
We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at COVID-19 Vaccination | How to access your vaccine in the Black Country and West Birmingham (blackcountryandwestbirmccg.nhs.uk) where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.
There is a current Government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated.
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant. The Trust currently holds the Bronze Award which underlines the Trust’s commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community. As an organisation, we are aiming to achieve the next level Silver award, with our sights firmly on Gold.
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Job overview
Consultant in Acute Medicine
We are currently recruiting to two Consultants in Acute Medicine. The Acute care Consultant is pivotal in the department offering both clinical and team leadership. Working as part of team of Higher Specialty trainees, Middle Grades, ACPs, Junior Doctors: GPVTS, FY2’s, FY1’s and a skilled nursing team.
Those consultants who have specialist training in another specialty and have an interest in Acute medicine will also be considered. We will be keen to hear from people who have a specialist interest in ultrasound guided procedures, specialty experience in ITU or Respiratory medicine as we are looking at developing an enhanced care unit in AMU in the near future.For those wishing to develop their specialty interest in addition to Acute medicine we would be willing to support your career aspirations.
Why work with us
A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity, providing almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
What we ask from you- Commitment to our Trust values
- Full MRCP
- Basic Medical Degree
- Full MRCP or equivalent
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via (CCT (Proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), European Community Rights or CESR
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Acute Care Medicine (or be within 6 months of confirmed entry from date of interview)
- Adult Life Support (ALS) within last 3 years
Main duties of the job
The working week for a full-time Consultant is comprised of 10 Programmed Activities with 2.25 additional (PAs) each of which has a nominal timetable value of 4 hours. Typically, a consultant will spend 7.5 PAs on Direct Clinical Care (this includes 1 PA for being clinical and educational supervisor and prospective cover) with 1.5 PAs on Supporting Professional Activities and 1PA for admin.The Acute medical team work on a rotational basis covering Ward 29 –Short stay, AMU and Ambulatory care.
The GIM consultants post-take patients from 5pm to 9pm weekday and 8am to 1Pm and then 5 Pm to 9Pmpm on weekends. The GIM consultants post-take patients from 5.00pm to 9.00pm weekdays and 8.00am to1.00pm and then 5.00pm to 9.00pm on weekends.
Non-clinical responsibilities may include:- Formal teaching/informal teaching
- Supporting the Induction programme
- Clinical governance – audit/incidents/complaints
- Rota management/Mortality Review/Mentorship
- Additional lead areas are available for a newly appointed Consultant
- Lead for IT development
- Training Lead
- Simulation and clinical education lead.
Working for our organisation
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 284,300, providing inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community.Walsall Manor houses the full range of district general hospital services under one roof. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and the continued upgrading of existing areas ensures the Trust now has a state-of-the-art Critical Care Unit, Neonatal Unit, Obstetric Theatre, and Integrated Assessment Unit facilities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities- Definitive care of patient attendances and admissions
- To lead the delivery of high quality acute medical intervention to patients in all Acute areas by continued development of practice in the light of evidence-based clinical standards.
- To lead the provision of comprehensive medical service to AMU and A&E and develop comprehensive plans for patient care in the acute phase, taking active involvement in the management of all unscheduled emergency medical admissions to the Trust.
- To develop and provide acute medical services to assist in the admission avoidance and early safe discharges strategies of the Trust.
- To lead and direct the AMU to facilitate substantial reform in the management of emergency medical patients, establishing links with GPs and other consultant staff.
- To monitor the delivery of emergency medical care to ensure high quality, evidence-based care at all times
- To ensure safe high quality acute medical intervention including procedures required for patients and is responsive and in line with best practice.
- To support the teaching and training of junior medical staff, medical students and postgraduate medical education.
- To support and encourage audit and research quality improvement programmes.
Please see attached Job Description for more details.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Basic Medical degree Full MRCP or equivalent Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:- CCT (Proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview).
- or European Community Rights or CESR
- Current ALS qualification, i.e. within the last 3 years or requirement to obtain within 3 months of appointment
Clinical Experience
Essential criteria- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Medicine
- Wide experience in Acute Medicine
Professional and Multi-disciplinary team working
Essential criteria- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and within a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional team basis with all levels of staff
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential criteria- Experience of conducting clinical audit/ QI project
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making, prompt decision making and handling of complaints.
Research, Innovation and Service Improvement Experience
Essential criteria- Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff/students and other disciplines
- An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues
- Evidence of research experience & published work
- Previous teaching experience
Personal Circumstances
Essential criteria- Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice
Please note your application will be transferred from the NHS Jobs system to internal Walsall Healthcare Trac System. All correspondence will be sent via Trac
Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement.
** Please Note that this post may be identified as suitable and a preference given for Internal at Risk Employees**
We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment.
IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLETION OF REFERENCE SECTION OF APPLICATION FORM
References from current and previous employers will be sought and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. When completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover this period.Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.
Please review the attached Job description and person specification carefully before applying to ensure that you meet the essential job requirements.
Candidates should be aware that, regardless of country of origin, their ability to communicate in written and spoken English to the standard required to carry out the post, will be assessed during the selection process.
Referee email addresses should be provided on your application form.
Following the closing date, if you have not heard from us within 6 weeks you may assume your application has been unsuccessful.
We reserve the right to close this job early. Interested applicants are therefore advised to apply as early as possible.
If a large number of applicants meet the essential criteria then random selection will be applied.
We are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible and committed to equal opportunities.