A district general hospital in the South West of England are looking to recruit in Emergency Medicine and will offer IELTS or OET exemptions for the right candidates.
As part of a larger a prestigious NHS Foundation Trust and Teaching Hospital the trust frequently scores the highest score on their annual CQC reports. This is a high performing trust to work for.
The hospitals runs a small emergency department and has a nightly closure which makes it a very appealing position for those with childcare and family commitments.
Requirements for these positions are:
The department is well known for it's supportive atmosphere and guidance offered to overseas doctors new to the NHS and they have a fantastic record of doctors entering specialty training or attaining CESR with the organisation.
A fantastic opportunity for specialist in geriatric or elderly care medicine to settle into their first consultant post and work towards their CESR application, if that is the intention.
The hospital will consider senior consultants with no UK experience who are not on the UK specialist register for geriatric medicine.
The Geriatrics department is a small and manageable size with a 28 bedded inpatient ward and various other outlier beds.
Currently no formal geriatric outpatient services are offered with the exception of a Parkinson's / Movement clinic. The department will be looking to develop these in conjunction with skill set of a successful applicant.
The Geriatrics department comprises 3 consultants in elderly care medicine supported by 15 specialty registrars, 9 core medical trainees and FY2's and 9 FY1's working full shifts for GIM on call.
Each consultant will be offered a budget and 30 days of study and professional leave over each 3 year period to pursue their career development activities. Furthermore there is an active Postgraduate Medical Centre which acts as a focus for contract between doctors at all levels an in all disciplines.
Consultants will be encouraged to actively participate in teaching and training of juniors throughout their tenure.
Requirements of this position are:
Senior geriatric medicine specialists looking to work towards their CESR application or secure their first consultant role in the NHS are encouraged to apply
An outstanding SAS job opportunity for experienced Emergency Medicine doctors to attain CESR and work in an NHS Trust that is committed to providing the best quality care. This Trust was rated \"Good\" overall, and is one of the largest employers in the South East England region and their members and staff are dedicated professionals whose work is varied, challenging and makes a real difference to people’s health and well-being.
The post is suitable for emergency candidates candidates holding specialisation in the EEA, or for experienced Emergency Medicine Specialists looking to complete CESR.
WHAT IS THE NHS TRUST LIKE?
The Trust is one of the largest organisations in the country and they employ over 6,000 dedicated staff with an annual turnover of £380 million who provides service to 525,000 people that live within the area. Their services are mainly provided from two district general hospitals, both have Emergency Departments and provide care 24 hours a day. They offer a comprehensive range of surgical, medical and maternity services supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
The role of the NHS Trust is to provide the best possible healthcare service to patients, who come first in everything the organisation does. Safe patient care is the Trust\'s highest priority. They will provide high quality clinical services that achieve and demonstrate optimum clinical outcomes and provide an excellent care experience for patients. The employees will be valued and respected. They will be involved in decisions about the services they provide and offered the training and development that they need to fulfill their roles.
They will operate efficiently and effectively, diagnosing and treating patients in timely fashion and expediting their return to health. They will use their resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of their patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally, and financially sustainable.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The NHS Trust supports 2 Emergency Departments (1 each at their 2 main hospitals). The Emergency Department at the first site is a designated Trauma Unit A, with a total of over 120,000 new patients attended in 2018/2019. In addition to that, it has a dedicated radiology room supporting PACS. The ED has 18 cubicles (4minors, 2 paediatric, 12 majors 1 ENT/Ophthalmology with a slit lamp, operating theatre with theatre lighting) and a resuscitation area supporting 4 bays.
The Emergency Department at the second site has a co-located radiology room supporting. The ED has 19 cubicles (3 minors, 1 ENP room and 15 major’s spaces) and a resuscitation area supporting 4 adult trolleys and 2 paediatric bays. The resuscitation area for Conquest Hospital has recently been upgraded. Each bay has new monitoring equipment with end tidal CO2, its own ventilator and defibrillator. The resuscitation area at Eastbourne General Hospital has monitoring with end tidal CO2, its own ventilator and defibrillator at each bay.
The specialty doctors, together with the two registrars provide a full 24 hr middle grade rota. The Specialty Doctor will be responsible for the primary management of patients attending the department and for supervising and assisting the more junior grades of doctor. The specialty doctor will also be expected to lead the trauma team and assist the cardiac arrest team if required.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THE REGION?
The region has a natural beauty! The town where the first site is, is a working fishing port, but its relaxed seaside vibe and proximity to London make it a hotspot for those looking for a picturesque bolthole. This town is one of the best-connected seaside resorts in the Southeast. This is perfect for a seaside retreat without the price tag of popular neighbouring town. This town became a prosperous Victorian seaside town, and its timeless Old Town still welcomes visitors with scenic passageways and a multitude of antique shops, quirky independent retailers and atmospheric pubs.
The second town, where the second site is, is a large seaside resort. Its Victorian roots means have blessed it with large properties and generous, tree-lined streets. This town tends to be more affordable than their neighbouring town. You’ll find rows of traditional Victorian seaside homes in this coastal town. For modern homes with sea views, look no further than Sovereign Harbour. Sleek new apartments and penthouses jostle for space alongside restaurants and shops at this waterfront destination.
Both towns have a rich cultural heritage with numerous cultural and tourist attractions and a variety of opportunities to participate in sports, arts and leisure activities. It also has a rich and fascinating history, and it’s full of culture and character with a variety of things to do and experience, from witnessing the local talent in theatre and music, to enjoying the varied and beautiful landscape.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU?
The combination of clinical practice and first-class academic connections means that medical professionals have a wide range of opportunities to develop their careers and achieve their aspirations. You will have access to leadership, teaching, educational and research opportunities for Continued Professional Develop (CPD).
If you are a new consultant you will receive mentoring and support from medical leads as well as access to a large peer group of enthusiastic and high-caliber Consultants.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
Non-EEA Candidates:
UK based applicants
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Specialty Doctor in Emergency Medicine to join a Health Board in North Wales that promotes equality and diversity. If you love a challenge, have a passion to help others or simple fancy a fresh start, then this Health Board has all the ingredients. The post if suitable for overseas consultants, including candidates who are pursuing CESR. Specialists in Emergency Medicine holding a specialist certification would be suitable for this post, based on experience entering at either Specialty Doctor or Consultant grade.
Overseas applications from experienced Specialty Doctors and Consultants are welcomed.
WHAT IS HEALTH BOARD LIKE?
The Health Board is largest health organisation in Wales, that are developing an integrated health service which provides excellent care delivered in partnership with the public and other statutory and third sector organisations.
The Health Board have a budget of £1.3 billion and a workforce of over 17,000 staff. Providing primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of around 700,000 across of North Wales. They continuously develop their workforce so that it has the right skills and operates in a research-rich learning culture.
Besides their three main hospital sites, they are also responsible for community hospitals, health centres, clinics, mental health units, community teams, GP practices and other NHS services provided by dentists, opticians and pharmacists. They plan to improve the health of the population, with particular focus upon the most vulnerable in our society.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The department has an annual attendance of approximately 58,000 patients, and sees the full range of presentations from major trauma, to complex medical presentations, critical illness, and paediatric emergencies. The ED has excellent support from and close working relationships with the inpatient medical, paediatric, critical care, radiology, and surgical specialty teams.
The department has a Reception and Triage area - operating on a 24-hour basis, with specially trained reception and nursing staff in attendance, a clinical area for adults & children and ED observation ward. The department runs weekly safety and governance meetings and has a rolling audit programme. Safety and good clinical governance are given extremely high priority in the ED and specialty doctors will be expected to contribute fully to safety initiatives, quality improvement and governance work and to participation in audit cycles within the ED.
The department has an active teaching programme and specialty doctors are encouraged to contribute to this. The ED is keen to support specialty doctors in developing additional areas of special interest within Emergency Medicine, for example such as in sedation, paediatrics, research, education, and interest in IT.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN NORTH WALES?
North Wales has a vast national park, purpose built mountain biking trails, a breath taking coastal path, soaring zip wire, food festivals and world class sport and adventure around every corner. The North Wales is equipped with sport and leisure centres that provide opportunities for a wide variety of sporting, fitness and recreational activities. Not only does it have lots of activities for you, it also has a wide selection of private housing is available, both traditional and modern in towns, villages and rural settings.
For doctors with family, the educational standards are consistently high in both the primary and secondary sectors. There are several well established independent schools within North Wales and the surrounding area that cater for both day pupils and boarders. The Regional University with its excellent scholastic reputation has a thriving student community.
You can say goodbye to heavy inner city commuter traffic, and enjoy a breath-taking commute across North Wales.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU AT THIS HEALTH BOARD?
With an extremely active education/teaching programme supported by the consultant team, there is opportunity to work towards and complete CESR, 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:
Non-EEA Candidates:
UK based applicants