Consultant in Emergency Medicine - Oxford, United Kingdom - National Health Service

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Job summaryJoin Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Consultant in Emergency Medicine, an unparalleled opportunity to become a pivotal part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional emergency care.

You'll be at the forefront of innovation within a uniquely positioned environment, boasting both a Major Trauma Centre and a Local Emergency Department under the umbrella of a single Trust.

This role offers a stimulating professional landscape, enabling the creation of flexible job plans.

You'll find yourself immersed in a setting that marries clinical exposure with research opportunities, supported by a consultant team renowned for their sub specialty expertise.

This position not only fosters an environment for clinical excellence but also champions a commitment to teaching, research, and service development.

As part of our dynamic team, you'll ensure the delivery of sustainable and comprehensive emergency care services as we transition towards a 24/7 rostered working pattern, including consultant night shifts.

This role isn't just about fulfilling duties; it's about being part of an exceptional journey where your skills will thrive, your expertise will be honed, and your impact on emergency care will be significant.

Join us at Oxford University Hospitals Emergency Departments, where excellence meets opportunity, and your contributions truly matter.
Informal inquiries and visits are encouraged.

Contact Dr Adham Khalek Clinical Lead in EM Main duties of the jobClinical Excellence:
Contribute to tailored patient care across specialised pathways like hyper-acute stroke, acute myocardial infarction, and major trauma, ensuring top-tier care locally

Teaching & Research:
Participate in teaching clinical students, training junior doctors, and engaging in research initiatives integral to everyday clinical activities

Workforce Alignment:
Collaborate in aligning the workforce with patient needs, evolving consultant rota patterns, including the introduction of consultant night shifts, guided by comprehensive departmental approaches

Continuous Development:
Maintain up-to-date knowledge through professional development activities, ensuring adherence to Trust policies and procedures

Management & Governance:

Undertake administrative duties, participate in clinical governance activities, and contribute to risk management, quality improvement, and infection control measures.

About usAt Oxford University Hospitals Emergency Departments, you'll be part of a dynamic team fostering a congenial atmosphere and access to outstanding resources.

Here's what we offer:

Professional Growth:
Access a unique clinical setting offering unparalleled exposure and research opportunities, complemented by a supportive consultant team with diverse subspecialty expertise

Flexibility & Career Options:
Explore whole or part-time positions, job sharing, and special considerations for those with subspecialty expertise in areas like Paediatric Emergency Medicine, Geriatric Emergency Medicine, Toxicology, Pre-hospital Medicine, and Research

Commitment to Excellence:
Engage in ongoing service development, aligning with Royal College of Emergency Medicine recommendations, as we transition to a comprehensive 24/7 rostered working pattern

Culture & Support:
Embrace a culture valuing personal and professional development, equality, diversity, patient and public involvement, and staff well-being, ensuring a progressive, open, and supportive environment for all employees

Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob DescriptionJOB TITLE:
Consultant in Emergency Medicine


GRADE:
Consultant


DEPARTMENT:
Emergency Department


ACCOUNTABLE TO:
Dr Sudhir Singh (Clinical Director for AMR)Dr Larry Fitton (Divisional Director for MRC)


PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES:

ClinicalThe Emergency Department operates across two sites, the John Radcliffe Hospital Oxford (JRH) and the Horton General Hospital Banbury (HGH).

Our primary objective is to provide top-tier patient care as locally as possible, tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Certain specialised pathways, such as those for hyper-acute stroke, acute myocardial infarction, major trauma, and surgery, leverage the advanced capabilities available at the JRH.

Patients presenting at the HH with these conditions receive immediate emergency assessment, stabilisation, and transfer when necessary. At the JRH, specialized resident teams administer stroke thrombolysis and coronary angioplasty, highlighting our commitment to excellence in care.

The JRH is the central hub of the Thames Valley Trauma Network and the Emergency Department for the surrounding population.

Recent estate enhancements have equipped us with a state-of-the-art facility, including a new Ambulatory and Trolley Assessment Area, an expanded Paediatric department, and a cutting-edge 9-bed Resuscitation Area.

This area boasts adjacent CT scanning facilities, a shock suite, a dedicated paediatric room, and isolation facilities.
We are actively seeking senior medical professionals who are leaders in clinical practice, teaching, research, and service development. We invite enthusiastic individuals who can contribute their expertise to address the unique challenges we face locally.

Applicants are encouraged to share their professional interests, whether in teaching, training, service development, or specific clinical areas like Trauma care or Paediatrics.

We highly value those with a deeper experience in these areas, including dual accreditation, as well as individuals with a high level of versatile capability.

OUH ED is deeply committed to aligning the workforce with patient needs, with a firm commitment to providing sustainable 24/7 services.

Consultant rota patterns will naturally evolve over time, which may entail the introduction of consultant night shifts.

Any shift pattern adjustments will be made collaboratively with the workforce, guided by a comprehensive departmental approach and adherence to RCEM (Royal College of Emergency Medicine) recommendations.

Upon implementation, we will transition to a comprehensive 24/7 rostered working pattern, incorporating onsite consultant night shifts.

Our commitment to delivering exceptional emergency care extends to a round-the-clock presence, ensuring the highest standards of care and support for our patients.

Person Specification

Professional Qualification

EssentialFull GMC Registration and Licence to PracticeCCT in Emergency Medicine, OR within six months of achieving CCT at time of interviewFellowship of College Emergency Medicine or equivalenceALS / ATLS / PALS or APLS providerDesirableSubspecialty or Dual specialty accreditationPostgraduate Degree, Diploma or Certificate in a relevant area

Clinical Experience

EssentialAble to see the full spectrum of patients of any age presenting to Emergency DepartmentAble to act as a Trauma Team Leader at a Major Trauma CentreAccredited Level 1 EM Ultrasound competenciesDesirableAccredited Level 2 EM Ultrasound competenciesExperience working as a Consultant in EMFellowship experience in: Acute Medicine, Intensive Care, Major Trauma, Geriatric Medicine, Paediatric Emergency Medicine or Prehospital Care

Clinical Governance

EssentialParticipate in the systems and processes put in place by organisations to protect and improve patient careDesirablePatient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) Training

Teaching

EssentialAbility and experience to teach Emergency Medicine at undergraduate and postgraduate levelDesirableGeneric Instructor Training (or similar)Royal College ExaminerRegistered Educational Supervisor with the GMC

Research, Quality Improvement, and audit

EssentialEvidence of regular engagement with the delivery of research, audit, quality and/or service improvementCurrent Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificateDesirableBook or Peer reviewed journal publicationsPresentations at National or International Conferences & eventsHigher Research Degree (MSc, MD, DPhil/PhD or equivalent)Experience in designing/leading research and QI projects

Leadership & Management

EssentialAbility to provide clinical role modelling and clinical leadershipEngagement with, and understanding of Key Performance IndicatorsDesirableLine management and/or Leadership position experienceRCEM EMLeader modules completion

Other Requirements

EssentialSatisfactory Immigration StatusSatisfactory Health ClearanceEnhanced CRB Disclosure CheckAbility to fulfil all duties of post, including on-call commitments and travel to meet the requirements of the post.

Able to work on a 24/7 rota which requires onsite working when rosteredDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.

Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer detailsEmployer nameOxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressJohn Radcliffe + Horton GeneralHeadley Way, HeadingtonOxfordOX3 9DUEmployer's websiteFor questions about the job, contact:
Consultant in EMAdham posted22 April 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
93,666 to 126,281 a year

Not defined

ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference number321-CON-MS S5Job locationsJohn Radcliffe + Horton GeneralHeadley Way, HeadingtonOxfordOX3 9DU