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We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Consultant Physician in Stroke Medicine to join a friendly and enthusiastic team in the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are interested in securing CESR within 1 - 2 years.
What is the Trust like?
The Trust is one of the largest acute and community providers in the West Midlands having more than 850 beds on one of their 3 sites in the area. The trust has had a new £38 million Emergency Department was opened at the Hospital. Boasting 30 treatment rooms for minor injuries, 18 for major injuries and a resuscitation area for adults, as well as a dedicated paediatric area for children, one of the largest in the region.
The trust has also been rated outstanding in caring in February 2002 by the CQC following an inspection. Additionally in 2018, a new 2.4 million Stroke Unit opened at one of their sites, now all suspected stroke cases from the near by cities are treated in this specialist unit.
What is the Department Like?
Our Stroke service provides Hyper-acute and Acute Care for the combined populations of all the peripheral areas with the hospital which has a combined population of around 600000 people. The department provides a 24/7 service for stroke thrombolysis and thrombectomy pathway consisting of 2 ring-fenced HASU beds for Stroke admissions out of 12 designated HASU beds with a dedicated consultant as a part of rota. The department also consist 24/7 access to CT clinics, 3 CT scanners along with 3 MRI scanners (4th MRI is currently being deployed). In Addition to that, the department have rapid access to outpatient CTAs and have a very efficient pathway with the Vascular service for rapid carotid endartectomy intervention if that is required.
Career Development & Opportunities Available
The Trust has a busy, proactive Research & Development Directorate with an overall objective to improve patient care, treatment and quality of life by the performance and dissemination of clinical research and innovation. A mentoring programme is in place for consultants at the Trust and newly appointed consultants are routinely offered a consultant mentor in line with Royal College and GMC requirements. The trust located closely to Birmingham aims to provide high quality undergraduate medical education at University of Birmingham to inspire our future doctors to deliver excellent medical care and patient safety.
Life in the West Midlands
Based is a modern industrial city situated on the midlands. It is compact, with no boundary more than four miles from the centre and is approximately a 30-minute drive to Birmingham (15 miles), 1 hour 20 minutes to Manchester (60 miles). The city is an urban, multi-ethnic city with a population of around 250,000. The wider hospital catchment area has a population of in excess of 350,000. With more than 600 shops, bars, café and restaurants, the city is not only a great place to work but also somewhere to relax and enjoy. The city centre is just a 10-minute bus ride from the Hospital.
The nearby countryside of Staffordshire and Shropshire is delightful. To the north is Cannock Chase and to the west the Shropshire borders with attractions of Bridgnorth, the Clee Hills, the Long Mynd, Wenlock Edge, and the Severn Valley. South of Wolverhampton, the City of Worcester is easily accessible, and to the west north-Wales can be reached in just over an hour. The area has a large network of canals, the majority renovated, offering adjacent housing and popular for narrow boat holidays.
Am I eligible for this role?
To be eligible for this vacancy you will need the following:
EEA candidates:
- Recognised European Medical Degree
- Specialist Qualification in Neurology & Stroke Medicine
- IELTS or OET
Non-EEA candidates:
- MRCP (UK)
- IELTS or OET
UK-based candidates:
- Within six months of CCT or CCT Holder
This is a great opportunity for any experienced physicians interested in Stroke Medicine.
An excellent NHS job opportunity for an experienced Consultant or Specialist in Geriatric Medicine to join a team of dedicated and passionate doctors. The NHS Trust moved to a state-of-the-art new hospital Building in May 2014, where the Older People\'s services are being prioritised to provide a full range of services from acute frailty assessment, a complex care bed-base through to \'transitional\' post- acute care. The post is suitable for overseas geriatrician, including candidates who are pursuing CESR. Specialists in Geriatric Medicine, holding a specialist certification would be suitable for this post, based on experience entering at either Specialty Doctor, Specialist Grade (Associate Specialist) or Consultant grade.
Overseas applications from experienced Specialty Doctors and Consultants are welcomed.
WHAT IS THE NHS TRUST LIKE?
The NHS Trust is a centre of excellence for healthcare in the South-West in a number of fields and is also one of the largest hospital trusts in the UK. They have links to three universities in the area. Their annual turnover is £532 million, and they employ over 8,000 staff delivering healthcare across their three main sites, and within the local community of two towns. They aim to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a great experience for everyone who uses their services: exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
The NHS Trust treat some of the most difficult medical conditions, in an increasingly complex patient population. Their vision is to realise the great potential of their organisation by empowering their skilled and caring staff to deliver high-quality, financially sustainable services in state of-the-art facilities. Clinical outcomes will be excellent and with a spirit of openness and candour we will ensure an outstanding experience for the Trust\'s patients. The NHS Trust is rated \"Good\" overall by the CQC.
The NHS Trust has an active appraisal and development programme, and all Consultant staff will take part in the process. The Trust has a list of identified mentors which is used to allocate a suitable support to new Consultants during the first year in post.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The department holds a weekly staff educational meeting, a Consultant-led Radiology meeting, and regular departmental consultant meetings, with two monthly clinical governance sessions. Consultants do not work in isolation, and are partnered in pairs in each base ward area at any one time, allowing opportunity for collaborative working and mutual support. The department takes part in regular presentations at the Grand Round and has a well-established postgraduate and undergraduate medical training programme.
The department provides undergraduate teaching for third/fourth/fifth year medical students and contributes to medical school examinations. The specialty currently manage patients across a number of inpatient services. These include the review of acute admissions in the Emergency Zone, a newly created Acute Frailty Unit with 32 beds, with post-admission short stay capacity. There are two complex care wards that has 32 beds on each ward, with a further short stay bed base (c.16 beds). Transitional post- acute care beds are located in a nearby ward, which includes 70 beds.
The post holder will be responsible for the clinical management of patients under their care, and, in liaison with consultant colleagues, continuity of care when the post holder is absent. Diagnosis and management of older patients presenting to the Trust with a wide range of conditions. Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in liaison with Consultant colleagues.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE AREA?
This is a great opportunity for you to live and work in or around the historic port city of the area: gateway to the South West England. The area has its own thriving art, music and cultural scene hosting several exciting annual festivals such as the an International Balloon Fiesta and the Harbour Festival. The area is also ideally located for the outdoors, being within easy range of the 4 outdoor parks. The area is one of Britain’s most beautiful cities, with its distinctive combination of beautiful historical architecture, waterfront views, and awe-inspiring landmarks.
The area\'s harbour was once a bustling dock at the heart of a global trading network, and it is now an attractive modern neighbourhood filled with independent retailers, bars, restaurants, museums and galleries, and world-class attractions. The area has one of the most interesting and diverse local arts and culture scenes in Britain. With a reputation for its many cutting edge underground music and street art scenes, as well the strong links between local art and political activism.
Located in the heart of the city, all apartments are pet-friendly, professionally managed, and come with access to outdoor space. Resident also gain access to a host of exclusive amenities.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT THIS NHS TRUST?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, RCPsych exams, get involved in active research and many aspects of CPD.
Participation in research and educational activities will be encouraged.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Geriatric Medicine
- Board Certified Specialist in Geriatric Medicine
Non-EEA Candidates:
- MRCP
- Experience of working in Geriatric Medicine
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in Geriatric Medicine
- Within 12 months of completing CCT
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Consultant or Specialty Doctor with experience in Neuropsychiatry to join a team of dedicated and passionate psychiatrists. This NHS Trust moved to a state-of-the-art new hospital Building in May 2014, where the Older People\'s services are being prioritised to provide a full range of services from acute frailty assessment, a complex care bed-base through to \'transitional\' post- acute care. The post is suitable for overseas neuropsychiatrists, including candidates who are pursuing CESR. Specialists in Neuropsychiatry, holding a specialist certification would be suitable for this post, based on experience entering at either Specialty Doctor, Specialist Grade (Associate Specialist) or Consultant grade.
Overseas applications from experienced Specialty Doctors and Consultants are welcomed.
WHAT IS THE NHS TRUST LIKE?
The NHS Trust is a centre of excellence for healthcare in the South-West in a number of fields and is also one of the largest hospital trusts in the UK. They have links to three universities in the area. Their annual turnover is £532 million, and they employ over 8,000 staff delivering healthcare across their three main sites, and within the local community of two towns. They aim to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a great experience for everyone who uses their services: exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
The NHS Trust treat some of the most difficult medical conditions, in an increasingly complex patient population. Their vision is to realise the great potential of their organisation by empowering their skilled and caring staff to deliver high-quality, financially sustainable services in state of-the-art facilities. Clinical outcomes will be excellent and with a spirit of openness and candour we will ensure an outstanding experience for the Trust\'s patients. The NHS Trust is rated \"Good\" overall by the CQC.
The NHS Trust has an active appraisal and development programme, and all Consultant staff will take part in the process. The Trust has a list of identified mentors which is used to allocate a suitable support to new Consultants during the first year in post.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The team is a mix of professionals from different disciplines including doctors in psychiatry and neurology, nurse therapists trained in physical and mental health, psychological therapy, physiotherapy & occupational therapy. They work with patients who have a mixture of different problems including mental illness associated with neurological diseases, epilepsy and non-epileptic attacks, functional neurological symptoms & neurological sleep disorders. They aim to provide high quality specialist assessment and treatment plans that incorporate expertise in both physical and mental health.
Being a part of the neuroscience department, they work closely with our colleagues in neurology and neurosurgery. They also provide neuropsychiatry support for the mental health liaison team for inpatients in other wards at Southmead Hospital. Their outpatient clinics take referrals from across the south west from general practitioners, neurologists, neurosurgeons and psychiatrists. Their inpatient service is situated within the Rosa Burden Centre. We have two inpatient beds for patients with neuropsychiatric conditions, and two inpatient beds for assessment of sleep disorders.
The post-holder will divide the management of the 29 Level 1, and 23 Level 2 in-patients, with the two Consultants in Rehabilitation Medicine, depending on medical/psychiatric need. In addition to the session of NBT Outpatient Clinic work, there is a further session allocated to providing support for the community neurorehabilitation team based at the Head Injury Therapy Unit (HITU).
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE AREA?
This is a great opportunity for you to live and work in or around the historic port city of the area: gateway to the South West England. The area has its own thriving art, music and cultural scene hosting several exciting annual festivals such as the an International Balloon Fiesta and the Harbour Festival. The area is also ideally located for the outdoors, being within easy range of the 4 outdoor parks. The area is one of Britain’s most beautiful cities, with its distinctive combination of beautiful historical architecture, waterfront views, and awe-inspiring landmarks.
The area\'s harbour was once a bustling dock at the heart of a global trading network, and it is now an attractive modern neighbourhood filled with independent retailers, bars, restaurants, museums and galleries, and world-class attractions. The area has one of the most interesting and diverse local arts and culture scenes in Britain. With a reputation for its many cutting edge underground music and street art scenes, as well the strong links between local art and political activism.
Located in the heart of the city, all apartments are pet-friendly, professionally managed, and come with access to outdoor space. Resident also gain access to a host of exclusive amenities.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT THIS NHS TRUST?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, RCPsych exams, get involved in active research and many aspects of CPD.
Participation in research and educational activities will be encouraged.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Neuropsychiatry
- Board Certified Specialist in Neuropsychiatry
Non-EEA Candidates:
- MRCPysch
- Experience of working in Neuropsychiatry
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in Neuropsychiatry
- Within 12 months of completing CCT
An excellent NHS job opportunity for an experienced Consultant or Specialist in Stroke Medicine to join one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. Not only is the trust rated \"Good\" overall by the CQC, this Trust is also boasting some of the most modern facilities in Europe, renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare. The post is suitable for overseas Stroke Medicine Consultant, including candidates who are pursuing CESR. Specialists in Stroke Medicine, holding a specialist certification would be suitable for this post, based on experience entering at either Specialty Doctor, Specialist Grade (Associate Specialist) or Consultant grade.
Overseas applications from experienced Specialty Doctors and Consultants are welcomed.
WHAT IS THE NHS TRUST LIKE?
The Trust employs 6,500 staff and has 1250 inpatient beds across its two sites, a large University Hospital in the city and the General Hospital in a nearby large town. University Hospital is one of the UK’s leading specialist teaching hospitals, providing world-class healthcare to a population of over 1,000,000. A designated Major Trauma Centre in the West Midlands, and offer state state-of-the-art facilities offering major advances in patient care, clinical teaching and innovation.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The Stroke Department\'s Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU) is 6 bedded, and has a twice daily consultant-led ward round with the junior doctors and stroke nurse. The post holder will join another 6 stroke physicians to provide cover to the on a rotational basis. A robust thrombolysis pathway has been in operation since 2008 allowing paramedics to bring FAST positive patients from the county to UHCW ED with a pre-alert. All FAST pre-alert calls go directly to the stroke nurse specialist for initial triage and advice. The HASU has access to 7 day physiotherapy, occupational therapy, vascular ultrasound, CT scanning.
Another unit in the department is the Acute/Rehabilitation Stroke Unit which has 30 beds. The multidisciplinary stroke team consists of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, dietetics and neuropsychology. Stroke Association family support workers and the Intermediate Discharge Team are also available on the unit. An early Supported Discharge Service is now well established and members of the team attend comprehensive daily morning board rounds. Currently around 60% of our stroke patients are seen by the ESD service.
There is a daily dedicated TIA clinic held adjacent to the stroke Unit with rapid-access protocols in place from primary care and ED. Clinics are run as a one-stop shop with direct access to carotid Dopplers and Trans cranial Ultrasound and MRI brain scans . The service receives approx. 1000 referrals per annum. The post holder will take part in the daytime acute stroke on-call cover and participate in running the day to day activities, such as ward rounds and MDTs on the stroke ward along with running acute TIA clinics and stroke follow up clinics.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN WEST MIDLANDS?
The city is located in the centre of England. Consultants working for the trust live in the city centre or nearby towns and villages, so there is something here for everyone. There is a good selection of state and private schools in across the region. The area has excellent transport links on the London-Birmingham intercity rail line, with other rail lines to Manchester, Oxford, and Bournemouth. Motorways run from the city centre to every major city in the Midlands and beyond. There is a major international airport at Birmingham and East Midlands airport is 40 minutes’ drive north.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT COVENTRY & WARWICKSHIRE PARTNERSHIP NHS TRUST?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, RCPsych exams, get involved in active research and many aspects of CPD.
Participation in research and educational activities will be encouraged.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Stroke Medicine
- Board Certified Specialist in Stroke Medicine (desirable)
Non-EEA Candidates:
- MRCP
- Experience of working in Stroke Medicine
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in Stroke Medicine
- Within 12 months of completing CCT
A Hospital in Eastern England are looking for a Consultant or Specialist in Medical Oncology, they are considering either UK or Overseas trained doctors for a fixed term contract type. The trust will support with CESR support for those who are looking to attain CESR and Specialist Registration. This is a high performing and friendly department for overseas doctors new to the NHS, or UK-based doctors looking to further careers in the UK. It has a state-of-the art facilities placing them at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
This is a great job for any overseas oncologists looking for any overseas oncologists looking for CESR support, and life in a lively and picturesque British town.
What is the NHS Trust like?
This Trust was formed through the merger of two previous NHS Trusts which took place in April 2020. It serves a population of around 270,000 across the region and surrounding areas, with a catchment of 900,000 for vascular services, 24 of which are maternity, 16 are paediatric, ten are critical care and 28 are day-case beds. Its core local authority populations are around 160,000 and 260,000.
The hospital has over 2500 members of staff, making it the largest local employer in the area, and a current turnover of approximately £205m. The hospital enjoys strong community support with over 200 volunteers at the hospital and over £6 million being raised by the it\'s independent charity over the past 10 years. The support from the charity has enabled the hospital to build a dedicated cancer centre and it has recently funded a new MRI scanner, operational since early 2018.
The main hospital was erected on the site of a General Infirmary. The Infirmary was originally opened in 1803 providing accommodation for 38 patients. Now, the hospital has approximately 400 beds.
What is the Oncology Department like?
The new consultant will be joining a friendly and forawrd-thinking Oncology Department which includes 8 consultants, covering a variety of specialities. There are currently no Junior Doctors in place, although this may change in the future with expansion of training posts. Currently, support to Consultants is provided by Chemo Nurse Practitioners as well as AOS Nurses.
The cancer centre houses the hospital’s outpatient oncology service for cancer patients and new and follow-up patients are seen in one of the several clinics each week. Chemotherapy, monoclonal antibody therapy and other anti-neoplastic agents are administered here daily by one of their specialist chemotherapy nurses, and supported by a phlebotomist in the unit. The chemotherapy suite offers daily sessions, for oncology patients and shared care for haematology patients.
The cancer centre also has its own phlebotomy service, cancer information and support centre as well as a palliative care team. The unit provides a PICC line service and 24hr telephone support line for chemotherapy patients.
The post holder will be responsible to the Medical Director & the Clinical Director, and is required to prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that he/she is responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence based practice and maintaining patient, staff and other users safety.
What Career Development and Further Opportunities are available?
The Hospital\'s new Education Centre opened in August 2020. This Centre represents a £1.2M investment to provide a training environment for all Hospital NHS staff. Within the Centre, there is a Lecture Theatre, 2 classrooms, a Clinical Skills Lab, a Resuscitation Training Room and a Simulation Suite. The Centre is also equipped with Video-conferencing facilities. There are teaching programmes for students and all grades of staff, meaning training takes place at all levels from undergraduate lectures and clinical teaching, through to Foundation and Core Medical trainee clinical and educational supervision, and higher specialist training. There are also regular weekly Grand Rounds where Consultants and Junior Staff present cases to hospital colleagues and General Practitioners.
There is real opportunity here to progress through CESR, with a strong desire for newly-qualified consultants to develop their specialty areas of interest and undertake in various cancer trials and research projects where possible.
This region of England has a varied selection of accommodation for rent or purchase, both in rural and urban surroundings, it was voted as one of the best places to live in the UK by The Sunday Times in 2019. The hospital itself is situated within walking distance of the town centre.
Education is a prominent feature in the area. The schools provide first-class independent education for some 4,000 girls and boys supported by preparatory schools and other independent schools that cater for all ranges of ability. There is also a wide selection of state schools available. The hospital is situated within walking distance of the town centre
The town and several villages to the north are situated on the River Great Ouse, which is a very attractive feature of the area. The town has two good parks within walking distance of the town centre. One of the park has a children’s play area and formal gardens, another park is within walking distance, offering water sports, nature trails, a visitor centre and marina. The river is an important feature and provides a focus for a very strong rowing community and a Festival held every two years, a large free outdoor event.
The area is well provided for sport, leisure and cultural activities including an International Athletic Stadium, five golf courses, three rowing clubs, Rugby Club, Town Football Club and several swimming pools.
Am I eligible for this role?
UK based applicants:
- Consultant experience in Medical Oncology
- Or within 6 months of completing CESR or CCT in Medical Oncology
EEA based applicants:
- Consultant experience in Medical Oncology
- Recognised European Medical Degree or Specialist Qualification in Clinical Oncology
Non EEA based applicants:
- MRCP
- Consultant experience in Medical Oncology
This is a great job for any overseas oncologists looking for any overseas oncologists looking for CESR-support and great career development in a beautiful part of England.
What is the NHS Trust like?
This NHS Trust is the first NHS Trust on the English mainland to provide community, mental health and acute hospital services. It was formed from the merger of two trusts on the 1st April 2020. Now, they are preparing to merge with another trust so that they are better able to support the health of all the people in the area.
The trust provides a range of services from 13 community hospitals including outpatient and diagnostic services, 190 inpatient beds and seven Minor Injuries Units. They also provide specialist mental health services, healthcare for adults with learning disabilities, medical and surgical care, maternity services and cancer treatment services. The trust\'s facilities for the treatment of cancer have undergone a major expansion, culminating in the opening of the Cancer Centre in May 2009.
What is the Oncology Department like?
The Oncology Department provides Clinical and Medical Oncology inpatient and outpatient services as well as radiotherapy and chemotherapy to all common tumour sites. The new appointee will be joining an ambitious team of 12 Consultant Oncologists (8 Clinical & 4 Medical), 1 Associate Specialist (Medical Oncology), 3 Speciality Doctors, and a rotation of junior doctors who cover the inpatient ward. There are also two Clinical Oncology ST3 doctors. It is a research orientated department with a dedicated clinical trials team and are one of the highest recruiters within the South West and nationally for a number of trials.
The new consultant will be working within the Cancer Centre which provides cancer care to a population of approximately 500,000. It has received a number of accolades since opening in 2009 for the high quality care delivered. These include CHKS ISO 9001 accreditation, Macmillan Quality Environment Mark score of 5 (out of 5) on all principles and in the 2018 National Cancer Patient Experience Survey, the Centre was ranked third overall which is an excellent reflection of the patient centred care delivered.
What Career Development and Opportunities are available?
There is real opportunity to progress through CESR at pace at this trust, with a strong desire for newly-qualified consultants to develop their specialty areas of interest and undertake in various cancer trials and research projects where possible. Research is encouraged here, particularly when this is appropriate to professional development and to the service development of the department. Opportunities are available with applications for funding co-ordinated by the Trusts Medical Directors and clinical trial recruitment to International, National and Regional trials is active in all tumour sites. This trust was also rated as an area of Outstanding Practice by CQC (2016), and with the highest GMC score in the South West for training.
Life in the area:
This area has diverse shopping, restaurants, and regularly hosts international music and sporting fixtures. It is located between various areas of outstanding natural beauty, featuring national hotspots for cycling, surfing, and climbing. There’s plenty to keep you occupied alongside the abundance of music festivals and local traditions. The area is in close proximity to both the beaches of North Devon and Cornwall, while also being less than two hours from the city of London.
It also offers some of the best schools in the country. Ranging from public institutions to award winning state schools with one being ranked in the top 10 of A-level providers nationally for the last eight years.
Am I eligible for this role?
Non-EEA candidates:
- FRCR or FRANZCR
- Extensive experience in Urology and Gynae
EEA candidates:
- Recognised European Qualifications
- Extensive experience in Urology and Gynae
UK candidates:
- Experience in Urology and Gynae
- Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT
The trust will support with CESR as well as helping to develop special interest in the above areas. The Oncology department is high performing and supportive for overseas doctors new to the NHS, and is best suited to those looking for a calm atmosphere, whilst the location offers a great mix of culture, countryside, and high quality schools. Equally, UK-based doctors who are looking to further careers in the UK will find themselves very happy here in its beautiful surroundings.
What is NHS Foundation Trust like?
This NHS Trust provides community and hospital services across the entirety of an area covering a thousand square miles. It consists of 4 main hospitals, the new consultant will work at 3 of these. Each of the hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across the area. In July 2015, the trust was the first to get an increase in the NHS tariff for its services agreed by Monitor (NHS) because of its \"increased costs associated with this trust running health services across multiple sites in rural locations\" and this is expected to increase the trust\'s income by more than £20 million per year. It has also won awards including being awarded first place in the UK top 50 inclusive employers awards 2020, being recognised as the most inclusive employer out of the 110 member companies.
What is Oncology Department like?
One of the largest employers in the area, this trust have approximately 6,000 staff working across 3 sites. The new consultant will be expected to work across at least two of the three sites, which range in sizes from 33 beds to 450, contributing to the acute oncology inpatient service. The Trust has a recognised Cancer Unit, providing systemic therapy for all common tumour sites. It has six Linacs and employs thirteen clinical oncologists and three Medical Oncologists.
There are currently five Medical Oncologists and one Clinical Oncologist employed at the trust, providing acute oncology services, in addition to a site specialised SACT service. There are also three visiting Clinical Oncologists. Inpatients are managed on the acute medical wards and outpatients are seen and treated in dedicated units on all three sites. There is a Medical Oncology SpR on rotation from another hospital attached to the team, three Nurse Practitioners and one AOT CNS to support the acute oncology service, but also chemotherapy clinics on all sites.
What Career Development & Further Opportunities are available?
Career development opportunities are plenty at this post. At this extremely supportive trust there is opportunity for overseas doctors to work towards and complete CESR and to further develop their sub-specialty areas of preference. There will also be opportunity to supervise undergraduate medical students undertaking SAMP/SSM placements in Oncology or to explore more formal teaching roles within the Medical School as all Trust sites have a modern, well-equipped, postgraduate education centre with lecture theatre and library facilities.
Life in the region
This trust is based in a university city, close to the Lake District. The university provides cultural and sporting facilities and there are some excellent educational facilities available, with some of the best secondary school education in the country. The M6 makes travelling by road very easy, Manchester is one hour’s drive away and London under three hours by train. The area is one of outstanding natural beauty with excellent recreational facilities, particularly related to the sea, lakes, fells and countryside. Housing costs within the area are relatively low. Major industries within the area include shipbuilding, pharmaceuticals, shoe manufacture, paper manufacture, food processing, a large number of medium- sized engineering and chemical companies and within South Lakeland a large tourism industry.
For UK CCT holders, this will present a life away from the hustle and bustle of the city near the Lake District, working in one of the highest performing departments in the country. For any overseas doctors, this is a great opportunity for any experienced physicians looking to develop their sub-specialty in Medical Oncology and specialist registration via CESR once in the UK.
Am I eligible for this role?
EEA candidates:
• Recognised European Medical Degree or Specialist Qualification in Medical Oncology
• Extensive experience in Lung, Upper GI or Renal Cancer
Non-EEA candidates:
• MRCP
• Extensive experience in Lung, Upper GI or Renal Cancer
UK-based candidates:
• Extensive experience in Lung, Upper GI or Renal Cancer
• Within 6-months of CESR or CCT in Medical Oncology
This is a great job for any experienced overseas Medical Oncologists working towards CESR and specialist registration in the UK.
An outstanding mental health Trust in South East England are looking for Consultants in General Adult Psychiatry to work in InPatient Units located in two historical and beautiful small cities. An established NHS Trust providing mental health, learning disability, substance misuse and specialist services across the South East corner of England, with a population of 1.8million. The trust will support with CESR support for IMGs looking to gain GMC Specialist Register.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues from 52 nations, rich in their diversity, talents and experience, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones. This is a great opportunity for overseas Consultants in General Adult Psychiatry who want to establish themselves in the NHS, and grow their consultant career. The post is suitable for candidates holding specialisation in the EEA, or for experienced IMGs looking to complete CESR.
WHAT IS THE TRUST LIKE?
The trust provides mental health, learning disability and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people. The Trust is rated Good overall by the CQC and Outstanding for care, and currently has 3,300 staff working across 33 locations, covering an area of 1,450 square miles. The NHS Trust is commissioned to provide secondary mental health services across their area, both in community and within inpatient settings.
The trust has a team of empathetic leaders inspiring their staff in an environment where everyone is valued and plays a vital role in providing an exemplary service. Across their communities and within inpatient settings, their workforce is enhanced and strengthened by peer support workers, a brigade of therapy support dogs and their wonderful team of volunteers. The Trusts aim is to deliver quality services through working in partnership, creating a dynamic system of care so people receive the right help at the right time in the right setting with the right outcome.
The NHS Trust values their workforce and offers a range of ongoing benefits - from an active health and wellbeing programme to regular recognition events, and many more!
WHAT DOES THE INPATIENT DEPARTMENT LOOK LIKE?
The wards admit a mixture of Informal and detained patients. Detained patients account for 60% of patients on the wards. Delayed transfer of care patients account for 10% of the wards population. The wards admit adults with various psychiatric disorder and majority suffer with severe enduring mental illness. Patients with personality disorder tend to account for 40% of the wards population and they tend to have the below average length of stay. The post holder is expected to support patient flow team in their effort to facilitate discharges from the ward. The current length of stay (LOS) on our acute ward is 50 days but we are working reducing this to 25 days.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE REGION?
The area is steeped in history and heritage and is renowned as The Garden of England due to its warm and sunny climate - the best in the UK. Its extensive coastline boasts an enviable array of award-winning beaches and thrilling water sports activities. It is a family friendly place, with excellent state and independent schools and more affordable housing than most other areas in the south east. The area has excellent links to London, just thirty-five minutes from central London on Southeastern’s highspeed rail link, and access to the continent via the Eurostar. The Channel Tunnel and the ferry ports link us to France and beyond.
The Inpatient units are situated in the areas two largest cities. One, a university city, is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites including its Romanesque and Gothic Cathedral, with its stunning mixture of and Perpendicular Gothic architecture. The city was a pilgrimage site in the Middle Ages and boasts ancient walls, originally built by the Romans, that encircle its medieval centre with cobbled streets lined with boutique shops and timber-framed houses making it one of the most-visited cities in the United Kingdom.
The second is a historic town and being the largest in the region is also its capital. It sits on a picturesque river and is surrounded by beautiful countryside bordering an Area of Outstanding natural Beauty. At the same time it is just 1 hour by train to London and boasts some of the finest schools in the area, along with the best shopping and calendar of events in the county.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU?
There are exciting times ahead as a new Medical School recently opened, a collaboration between two leading and old universities with the trust one of the NHS partners, inspiring the next generation of medical professionals. The NHS Trust is also at the forefront of partnership working - an integral part of the Sustainability and Transformation Partnership - looking at the way forward for sustainable health and social care.
Indulge your research passion with the Trust\'s enthusiastic team, who are involved in a whole host of national and home-grown studies with the potential to shape future healthcare.
Experienced Specialty Doctors and Consultant IMGs who are ambitious to complete CESR and work towards becoming a Specialist Registration will also be supported in this role.
AM I ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in General Adult Psychiatry
- Board Certified Specialist in General Adult Psychiatry
Non-EEA Candidates:
- MRCPsych
- Experience of working in General Adult Psychiatry
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in General Adult Psychiatry
- Within 12 months of completing CCT (including CESR)
This is a great job for any overseas oncologists looking for any overseas oncologists looking for CESR-support and great career development in a beautiful part of Wales.
What is the Welsh Health Board like?
The Health Board are one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK, providing primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of over 900,000. They have a budget of around £1bn and employ approximately 12,500 staff. Besides their three major hospital sites, they are also responsible for community hospitals, health centres, clinics, mental health units, community teams, GP practices and other services provided by dentists, opticians and pharmacists. Their mission is to improve the health, wealth and wellbeing of the people of Wales and the rest of the world.
What is the Oncology Department like?
This Cancer Centre provides a high degree of specialisation for all the major cancers. It has one dedicated ward of 30 beds (with scope to increase to 36 beds at periods of high demand) for both oncology and haematology patients, together with a chemotherapy and haematology day unit, and an aseptic unit on site. There are also two laminar flow rooms for patients requiring bone marrow/stem cell transplantation and one dedicated room for radioactive isotope therapy. There is a state of the art telemedicine facility allowing regular multi-professional meetings between oncologists, physicians, surgeons and AHPs in Wales. The system has the capacity to transmit and view both high quality radiological images and histopathological slides. The department is also developing a SABR programme for lung cancer.
The clinical team are supported by highly-experienced support teams of nurses, radiographers, research officers and admin staff. The new consultant will be joining a friendly and forward thinking consultant team of 14 clinical and medical oncologists who are committed to delivering highest standards of cancer care. There are also 9 Specialty Registrars in Oncology (6 Clinical and 3 Medical).
What Career Development and Opportunities are available?
The Cancer Centre is heavily involved in training. This training takes place at all levels from undergraduate lectures and clinical teaching, through to Foundation and Core Medical trainee clinical and educational supervision, and higher specialist training. There is real opportunity to progress through CESR at pace here, with a strong desire for newly-qualified consultants to develop their specialty areas of interest and undertake in various cancer trials and research projects where possible. Learning and development is very much a key focus and drive for the Trust.
Life in South Wales
Based in South Wales, the area is fast becoming one of the most popular places to live in the UK. This waterfront location is actually Wales’s second most populated city and county, offering all the benefits and amenities of a built-up urban environment, alongside a 5 mile stretch of a pristine, sandy coastline.
The city is home to multiple live music venues, showcasing everything from small gigs to orchestral performances. Annually, the city hosts a number of different festivals, attracting artists from across Wales and the UK. Today, new regeneration is planned which will only increase its popularity, amenities, and modernity. The city is experiencing a period of development and a resurgence of new business and investment, with the city council focusing on creating a culture of creativity and an emphasis on attracting tech led businesses.
The area also has good travel links. Its an easy drive to Port Talbot and Cardiff and you can get to London via the M4, and around Wales on the A48. There are also regular trains to Cardiff, Newport and London. For international and domestic flights, Cardiff Airport is just 44 miles away.
Am I eligible for this role?
EEA candidates:
• Recognised European Medical Degree or Specialist Qualification in Clinical Oncology
• Extensive experience in Urology, Colorectal Cancer and Acute Oncology Services
Non-EEA candidates:
• FRCR or FRANZCR Radiation Oncology
• Extensive experience in Urology, Colorectal cancer and Acute Oncology Services
UK-based candidates:
• Extensive experience in Urology, Colorectal cancer and Acute Oncology Services
• Within 6-months of CESR or CCT in Clinical Oncology
This is a great job for any experienced overseas Clinical Oncologists working towards CESR and specialist registration in the UK.
This is a great job for any overseas oncologists looking for any overseas oncologists looking for any overseas oncologists looking for CESR support, with opportunity for sandy beach or vibrant city living.
What is the Welsh Health Board like?
The Health Board are one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK, providing primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of around 390,000. They have a budget of around £1bn and employ approximately 12,500 staff. Besides their three major hospital sites, they are also responsible for community hospitals, health centres, clinics, mental health units, community teams, GP practices and other services provided by dentists, opticians and pharmacists. Their mission is to improve the health, wealth and wellbeing of the people of Wales and the rest of the world.
What is the Oncology Department like?
This Cancer Centre provides a high degree of specialisation for all the major cancers. It has one dedicated ward of 30 beds (with scope to increase to 36 beds at periods of high demand) for both oncology and haematology patients, together with a chemotherapy and haematology day unit, and an aseptic unit on site. There are also two laminar flow rooms for patients requiring bone marrow/stem cell transplantation and one dedicated room for radioactive isotope therapy.
There is a state of the art telemedicine facility allowing regular multi-professional meetings between oncologists, physicians, surgeons and AHPs in Wales. The system has the capacity to transmit and view both high quality radiological images and histopathological slides.
The staff is highly experienced, consisting of nurses, radiographers, research officers and admin staff. The new consultant will be joining a friendly and forward-thinking consultant team of clinical and medical oncologists who are committed to delivering highest standards of cancer care, alongside a large team of other clinical and non-clinical professionals.
What Career Development and Opportunities are available?
The Cancer Centre is heavily involved in training which takes place at all levels from undergraduate lectures and clinical teaching, through to Foundation and Core Medical trainee clinical and educational supervision, and higher specialist training. They will also provide excellent CESR support.
Life in South Wales
Based in South Wales, the area is fast becoming one of the most popular places to live in the UK. This waterfront location is actually Wales’s second most populated city and county, offering all the benefits and amenities of a built-up urban environment, alongside a 5 mile stretch of a pristine, sandy coastline.
The city is home to multiple live music venues, showcasing everything from small gigs to orchestral performances. Annually, the city hosts a number of different festivals, attracting artists from across Wales and the UK. Today, new regeneration is planned which will only increase its popularity, amenities, and modernity. The city is experiencing a period of development and a resurgence of new business and investment, with the city council focusing on creating a culture of creativity and an emphasis on attracting tech led businesses.
The area also has good travel links. Its an easy drive to Port Talbot and Cardiff and you can get to London via the M4, and around Wales on the A48. There are also regular trains to Cardiff, Newport and London. For international and domestic flights, Cardiff Airport is just 44 miles away.
Am I eligible for this role?
EEA candidates:
• Recognised European Medical Degree or Specialist Qualification in Medical Oncology
• Extensive experience in Melanoma and Breast oncology
Non-EEA candidates:
• MRCP or FRANZCR Radiation Oncology
• Extensive experience in Melanoma and Breast oncology
UK-based candidates:
• Extensive experience in Melanoma and Breast oncology
• Within 6-months of CESR or CCT in Medical Oncology
This is a great job for any experienced overseas Medical Oncologists working towards CESR and specialist registration in the UK.
An opportunity for a Gastroenterology Consultant to work for an established NHS Trust that prides itself on delivering high quality care and services. The Trust received a ‘Good’ overall rating from the CQC in 2019, with some key areas of outstanding practice.
This is a great opportunity for overseas gastroenterology doctors who want to establish themselves in the NHS, and grow their consultant career. The post is suitable for candidates holding specialisation in the EEA, or for experienced IMGs looking to complete CESR.
WHAT IS THE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST LIKE?
The trust is a dynamic and transforming Trust, committed to delivering the highest quality service to the communities it serves. The trust consists of 5 hospitals as well as a number of community locations across the population. The Trust offers a comprehensive range of acute services, with a bed-base of 500, to around 400,000 people in North Kent and South East London. The Trust is geographically located in the North of Kent with excellent transport links including major motorways and train lines to Kent, London and Europe.
Our Planned Care Centre at one of the hospitals (a multi-provider hospital site) provides a dedicated elective care service for a range of surgical services. It also provides both emergency and elective services and hosts a number of other providers offering the best possible local care to their population.
The strategy for the next five years is focused on becoming a learning organisation with continuous improvement at the heart of its culture. The trust’s main aim. Is to improve from “Good” to “Outstanding” and to be recognised as a trust that promotes development of overseas doctors new to the NHS.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The Endoscopy Unit at the Hospital is fully JAG accredited and is a purpose built three roomed Endoscopy Unit with modern equipment for cleaning and sterilisation on site. All the Endoscopes are Olympus Endoscopes (290 series) complete with new stacks including two screens for viewing and an integrated colonoscopy scope guide feature. C02 insufflation is available and ERBE diathermy plus access to APC. Darent Valley Hospital is an accredited BCSP site providing colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy procedures.
An Endoscopy Unit Extension with 2 addition rooms and fully JAG accredited decontamination facilities is due to be commissioned. Furthermore, the Endoscopy Unit at the other main hospitals provides diagnostic gastroscopy and colonoscopy procedures. It is progressing through the process of JAG accreditation. There is also Screening Room for ERCP and oesophageal stenting or dilatation equipped with a mobile C arm within the Endoscopy Unit in the largest room which was purpose built for screening procedures.
The gastroenterology team consists of 7 consultants and 2 specialists registrars having the responsibilities for both inpatient and outpatient care. The consultants also actively participate on call rota (at 1 in 50) and the Upper GI bleed rota (at 1 in 7)
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU?
Active participation in Education and Research will be encouraged and supported along with the gastroenterology team having weekly lunchtime education meetings. The hospital has an active Research and Development Team supported by Specialist Research Nurses helping doctor to build their interest in teaching in research.
You will also be responsible for all the multi-disciplinary audit is conducted on a monthly basis, led by a designated Consultant responsible for audit. There are also opportunities for leadership development for medical staff with an interest and potential to take greater responsibility in the Trust. Mentoring support for newly appointed Consultants is also available.
Additionally, active participation in Directorate and departmental multidisciplinary clinical review, educational, strategic and governance meetings is expected in order to support service delivery and development. The department also supports for study leave which is 30 days in three years with £800 per annum towards expenses at the discretion of the Medical Director.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE SOUTH EAST?
Placed access to London and rural Kent where living and working in the area gives a great choice of places to live, and relax. London, Bromley, Canterbury, Sevenoaks and Tunbridge Wells are all within easy commuting distance. The Trust sits in the Thames Gateway development area; several housing developments have been completed, but others are in the planning stage.
Kent offers an excellent range of primary and secondary schools. Kent continues to operate a grammar school system, with places allocated by an 11+ examination along with excellent independent schools in the area.
London is less than an hour away by rail or road. The choice of things to do and see is vast, with museums, national landmarks, cathedrals and ancient churches, theatres with international stage shows and musicals, shopping in the West End and Knightsbridge, Royal Gardens, Parks and Restaurants. The main road from London to Canterbury, the A2 is no more than five minutes away allowing easy access to London, the Kent Coast and the Continent. Just as close is the M25 motorway providing easy access to all the Gatwick, Stansted and Heathrow airports, the Home Counties and the national motorway network.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Gastroenterology
- European Specialist Qualification in Gastroenterology
Non-EEA Candidates:
- MRCP or equivalent
- Experience of working in Gastroenterology
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in Gastroenterology
- Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT
This is a great opportunity for any experienced physicians interested in Gastroenterology working CESR or specialist registration in the UK.
An opportunity for a Specialist in Acute Medicine to work for an established NHS Trust that prides itself on delivering high quality care and services. The Trust received a ‘Good’ overall rating from the CQC in 2019, with some key areas of outstanding practice. In 2021, the Trust won gold in Efficiency Savings of the Year award and received highly commended in the Health Tech Team of the Year award.
This is a great opportunity for overseas Specialists in Acute Medicine who want to establish themselves in the NHS, and grow their consultant career. The post is suitable for candidates holding specialisation in the EEA, or for experienced IMGs looking to complete CESR.
WHAT IS THE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST LIKE?
The NHS Trust is a friendly trust at the heart of the health and social care network with over 5000 employees, they are classed as amongst the best in the region for several of our services. The NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of approximately 310,000. It administers services to an area coterminous with that of a primary care trust and a council. The NHS Trust (currently 780 beds) has been developed as the District General Hospital for the area.
The NHS Trust provides patient care in the community at health centres and clinics as well as services such as district nursing and intermediate care. They are a major provider of hospital and community health services in their county, delivering services from their hospital and also providing a wide range of community services from locations across another county. One of their hospital is a major hub for women’s and children’s services and is the second busiest ambulance-receiving site in their area.
The NHS Trust aims to have a workforce as diverse as the population they serve. They are committed to supporting and developing our staff from when they first start in the organisation, placing great importance on a culture of continuous learning. The NHS Trust\'s focus is on a happy workforce providing high quality, compassionate care to their patients and their families.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The Department is striving to provide best possible care to the large acute emergency medical take and also to the critically ill. Currently, the NHS Trust has 780 beds of which 388 are acute Medical/Elderly. These are composed of the Acute Medical Unit, 8 Acute Wards, a new 10 bedded Coronary Care Unit and a closed ICU/High Dependency Ward. In addition there is a Stroke Unit, Elderly Rehabilitation and Continuing Care beds. The 62 bed Acute Medical Unit and the Ambulatory Care Unit receives all acute referrals from General Practitioners and from the Accident and Emergency Department and provides for early assessment of all patients by the Duty Consultant or Specialist Registrar.
Out of hours cover for acute medicine is provided on a 1 in 18 rota during the week and 1 in 9 at weekends in combination with the rest of the medical consultants/specialists . They also cover the ACU 1600-2000 on a rotating scheme between the GIM physicians. The doctors on call shares care from 1300 each weekday, stay on the unit until 2000 and then supply cover from home. The average number of acute medical admissions is 45-60 per day. On call rota follows a pattern shared between 15 Consultants and is thus a 1 in 15 rota during the week and because two consultants are on call -1 in 7.5 weekends.
The person appointed will work within the Acute Adult Division. The appointee will be expected to join the on call rota for GIM which will be reflected in the Job Plan. The post holder will have office accommodation equipped with computer and internet access. Full secretarial support will be provided.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE REGION?
The area is an industrial, progressively minded town, thirteen miles to the North of Manchester, with an impressive centre attracting a wide range and rich supply of cultural activities. The area is centred at the hub of the North Western Region and there is a convenient motorway network giving fast access to neighbouring towns, the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and Fylde Coast. The general environment in the area and the surrounding countryside is a pleasant one, with good residential areas offering a wide choice of housing styles at competitive prices. Shopping, social and education facilities are first rate. School facilities available comprise comprehensive and independent primary and secondary education.
In this Trust, opportunities for clinical research exist. A great many projects are undertaken without the need for additional resources, but if funds are required for the purchase of special equipment or for temporary assistance with staff, financial support may sometimes be obtained locally. Alternatively, applications for research grants may be made to the Region through its Clinical Research and Health Service Research Advisory Committees for short-term projects not exceeding three years. The trust has a strong research governance structure.
The Trust is committed to ensuring that all staff and students have the right development at the right time to deliver the services today and develop the services of tomorrow. Throughout the Trust a variety of professional and subject matter experts provide formal and informal development activities to support statutory, mandatory, professional and quality training and development requirements. The Trust is committed to the development of all staff irrespective of band or occupation and staff are encouraged to seek development opportunities within the workplace that will enhance professional practice and lead to higher standards of patient care.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Acute Medicine
- Board Certified Specialist in Acute Medicine
Non-EEA Candidates:
- MRCP
- Experience of working in Acute Medicine
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in Acute Medicine
- Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT