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Exciting and rewarding NHS job opportunity have emerged for two Consultant Medical or Clinical Oncologists to join the distinguished team at an NHS Foundation Trust in the UK that is renowned for pioneering District General Hospital (DGH)-based oncology services since 1996, the Trust\'s commitment to excellence is underscored by its recognition in the RCP publication, where it features prominently in cancer care development recommendations.
This unique opportunity is tailor-made for overseas Consultant Oncologists aspiring to establish themselves within the NHS. Candidates with specializations in the European Economic Area (EEA) or experienced International Medical Graduates (IMGs) seeking to complete their CESR are encouraged to apply.
With a workforce of approximately 6,000 dedicated staff members, this NHS Foundation Trust extends compassionate care across its two main sites, community locations, health centers, and patients\' homes. Over the past year, the Trust has provided inpatient or day case care to more than 120,505 individuals, with 459,863 attending outpatient clinics. The A&E departments at both hospitals collectively served more than 151,349 patients, with community teams delivering 266,209 therapy services and 310,376 nursing service contacts.
In addition to its commitment to providing CESR support, the Trust actively engages in research and development initiatives. The Research and Effectiveness department plays a pivotal role in coordinating and assisting in the planning and submission of project proposals. A specialized research staff member focuses on managing the pathological aspects of clinical trials, further highlighting the Trust\'s dedication to advancing medical knowledge and patient care.
The Oncology Department is a cornerstone of the hospital\'s services, offering comprehensive and compassionate cancer care. With a proficient team that includes a dedicated number of consultants and junior doctors, the department ensures optimal patient care and support. Handling a diverse range of cases, the oncology team excels in delivering various treatments, showcasing the department\'s commitment to offering a wide spectrum of therapeutic interventions. State-of-the-art facilities within the department underscore its dedication to excellence in cancer care.
Beyond professional opportunities, life in the area offers a harmonious blend of urban amenities and rural charm. Residents can explore scenic escapes. The area boasts quality schools. Transportation is convenient, with local links and proximity to major cities and airports. Housing options cater to varied preferences, ranging from historic townhouses to modern residences.
As part of the NHS Foundation Trust\'s commitment to research and development, experienced international oncologists working towards CESR and specialist registration in the UK will find a supportive environment that encourages career development and offers further opportunities. Join them in shaping the future of cancer care within a vibrant and well-connected community.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
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Experience of working in Oncology
Non-EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working for Oncology
- MRCP
UK based applicants
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Experience of working in Oncology
An excellent opportunity for highly specialised Consultants in Histopathology / Cellular Pathology & Cytopathology to ply their trade in their areas of specialty interest. The department will consider applications from those with interest in specialist reporting in skin, gynae, GI, GU, lung, and most other main organ systems.
What is the Pathology Group like?
The group comprises four pathology laboratories providing pathology services for acute hospitals and also local GPs. Some of their laboratories also offer specialist services to the wider NHS and work on research studies and trials. As part of a major initiative in the NHS, Pathology in England is being reorganised into much larger local network models and this sees the formation of 29 pathology units across the country.
This makes this center an incredibly attractive place to work, as it is right at the forefront of NHS innovation and Digitalisation in Pathology, offer the latest tests & services and applying cutting edge clinical science to modern patient care. The centre sees roughly 120,000 cases across a team of 36 consultants (plus some outsourcing) with a capacity to recruit to 40 full-time consultants
What is the Pathology Department Like?
Formed as a result of the Lord Carter review of Pathology services across England which identified the need for significant reductions in over testing, improved resilience and reduced costs. Serving 1.4 million people and performing 60 million tests each year, the group needed to completely redesign its IT systems to operate effectively and efficiently, allowing them to offer integrated service, adopt new technologies to improve flexibility, and deliver better laboratory results faster.
Highly praised, and considered one of the best centres to work in the UK as a pathologist. The evidence is there to be seen, as latest figures show the BCPS scored 92 per cent compliance on a dashboard provided by NHS Improvement, ranking it one of the best performing services in the country.
Career Development & Opportunities Available
Career development opportunities are aplenty. The Centre is one of the highest performing centres in the UK, with excellent CQC scores, a fantastic leadership team, and highly advanced specialist reporting functions. All of this provides an excellent platform for anyone to excel and develop, whether it\'s a step towards specialisation in one anatomical area, or whether it\'s advancing yourself in the world of digital pathology, the right individual can really flourish here.
Digital Pathology and AI is a massive part of what the Group are doing, and part of what makes this opportunity so exciting. Working from home, working abroad, or taking on additional workload out of hours - digital pathology is taking off. They are the most advanced Digital Pathology Service in the UK, and this provides everyone with huge opportunity to grow and develop in a really exciting global field of pathology.
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 Histopathology
- IELTS or OET
Non-EEA candidates:
- FRCPath
- IELTS or OET
UK-based candidates:
- Within six months of CCT or CCT Holder
This is a great opportunity for any experienced histopathologist interested in specialisation, and with interest in digital pathology.
An opportunity for a Consultant Anaesthetists to work for an established NHS Trust that prides itself on delivering high quality care and services. .
This is a great opportunity for overseas Anaesthesia specialists 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 anaesthetists IMGs looking to complete CESR.
WHAT IS THE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST LIKE?
The Trust is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in England, serving a regional, national and international population. In April 2018 the trust now has a turnover of £1.6bn, over 2,700 beds and employs more than 20,000 members of staff. It also provides the city wide vascular service including a vascular emergency service and endovascular service. A dedicated elective paediatric surgical unit for patients over the age of 1 has been set up and offers trauma, ophthalmic, ENT and general surgery.
The trust consist of 4 hospitals covering all sub-specialisms along with excellent support in their CESR pathways to develop their professional careers.
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT & TEAM LIKE?
The anaesthetic department also provides a consultant led acute pain service, a pre- operative assessment service as well as support for anaesthetics in remote areas such as endoscopy and radiology. The pioneering techniques in surgery and pain control that have been developed whilst treating military patients are used for civilian surgery in the UK and elsewhere, and are progressed through the Surgical Reconstruction and Microbiology Research Centre (SRMRC).
With almost 200 Consultants based over the four main hospital sites, the trust currently provide anaesthetic and ICU cover in excess of 400 sessions/week across both the Trust and those hospitals with which we have service level agreements.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE IN THIS AREA?
Fancied by most IMG\'s, the area has an internal airport connected to all major cities in the UK along with excellent road and train routes around the country. With low cost of living compared to all the other cities, the area has vibrant independent restaurants, shops and bars throughout the centre and popular districts.
New bars and shops open frequently as the city continues to build its youthful and unique identity. There is so much diversity and history within the area that the shops, food and venues reflect this. Old icons such as the Custard Factory host alternative shops and bars, just a short walk from the city center.
There\'s excellent schooling covering off both private and public schooling around the area with people from different cultures and backgrounds in the area.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU?
The Trust have wellbeing groups that organise regular ‘coffee & gas’ meetings, support the trainee buddy system and raises awareness of mental health issues and support systems. They also produce a monthly newsletter featuring department news and colleague profiles and is soon to launch in-house mentoring. The Trust is committed to the development and maintenance of the highest clinical standards through individual appraisal. This will include the audit of personal and clinical practice, as well as involvement in departmental and specialty reviews. It will also involve attention to continuing professional development, in order to meet the requirements for continuing medical education as expected by the relevant Royal College.
The successful applicant would be expected to have an active interest in the areas of both teaching and research. Our junior anaesthetic training has recently been adapted to reflect the new RCOA Anaesthesia curriculum. Due to the number of specialties covered at the Trust, they are able to deliver the vast majority of the curriculum across our four sites except advanced paediatric case.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE?
EEA Candidates:
- Experience of working in Anaesthetics
- European Specialist Qualification in Anaesthetics
Non-EEA Candidates:
- FRCA Primary or Equivalent
- Experience of working in Anaesthetics
UK based applicants
- Experience of working in Anaesthetics
- Within 6 - 12 months of completing CCT
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 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
Join a dedicated NHS team providing outstanding Respiratory care and internationally recognised Respiratory research. Applications are welcome from UK and International candidates - CESR is supported & consultant experience is essential.
This is an opportunity to work with fantastic team in a state-of-the-art, award-winning hospital, part of one of the largest acute Trusts within the UK.
The hospital has a busy emergency department (level 1 Trauma Centre) and provides services to 2.5 million residents, and specialist services to a further 3-4million across the region and nationally.
You will join an existing team of 30 NHS and academic consultants providing general and specialist Respiratory services to the people of the city and region.
The hospital is based in the centre of a vibrant and prosperous city with something for everyone, including access to excellent schooling and two thriving Universities. Based in a county with outstanding natural beauty, the city also has a thriving night life and range of theatres, art centres and museums.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
This is an exciting opportunity to join the respiratory team, one of the largest respiratory departments in the country with a breadth of subspecialty interests; ranging from Cystic Fibrosis, ILD including LAM, through asthma, COPD, lung cancer to infections including TB and a regional fungal service.
This post will help the department develop both the COPD and asthma services, working with colleagues to deliver comprehensive integrated care. As a member of a large and dynamic department there are significant opportunities for professional development, including research. Both the asthma and COPD services benefit from academic leads with internationally recognised research profiles.
The successful applicant will have weekly clinics focusing on both COPD and asthma, and will join both the alternate week Asthma MDT and the regional lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) MDT, held 6 times a year. There will also be the opportunity for a monthly bronchoscopy list.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE:
- EEA candidates - Diploma of specialisation
- Non-EEA candidates - MRCP and consultant level experience in Respiratory Medicine
- UK candidates - Consultant experience in Respiratory Medicine
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious consultant in respiratory medicine to work in a state of the art hospital, set within a wonderful part of the country.
The existing consultants have a generalist commitment and have developed special interests in line with the Trust’s MDT commitments, and it is anticipated that the new appointee, whilst maintaining generalist commitments, will equally bring or develop their own special interests. It is expected their interests can be flexibly integrated with those of the existing consultants.
You will be joining a team with the following staff numbers:
- 5 substantive consultant Cellular Pathologists
- 4 consultants in haematology
- 2 consultants in microbiology
The department has the following:
- fully computerised with a laboratory-wide system (ACT APEX)
- each consultant has use of a personal computer linked to the pathology and hospital networks.
- uses the SNOMED classification system.
- macro photography facilities in cut-up
- a well-stocked library of contemporary bench books and journals is present in the department. the department also subscribes to the American Journal of Surgical Pathology
- FRCPath in Histopathology
- Extensive experience in Histology and/or Cytology
- Eligibility for GMC registration