Locum Consultant in Acute Medicine - Birmingham, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Birmingham

University Hospitals Birmingham

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Job Summary:

We're on the lookout for motivated team members to join our current Acute Medicine Consultants team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Our current Consultants team specializes in Respiratory, Diabetes, Renal, and Intensive Care.

Our department comprises an Acute Medical Unit (AMU), Short Stay ward, Same Day Emergency Care Unit (SDEC), and Ward 517 for short-stay patients. There are teaching opportunities available in our simulation suite and clinical skills area, with encouragement for exploring other special interests.

Clinical Care

Directing team activities during clinical sessions and providing support to fellow clinical practitioners.
Supervising junior doctors, ACPs, and clinical practitioners.
Handling administrative duties related to patient care.
Contributing to medical education activities, including supporting AHPs as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Actively participating in departmental and directorate meetings.
Encouraging and assisting Consultants with research projects.
Providing cover for Consultant colleagues during scheduled leaves as per Trust policy.

Main Duties, Tasks & Required Skills:
We're seeking enthusiastic colleagues to join our Acute Medicine Consultants team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Areas of special interest within the team include Respiratory, Diabetes, Renal, and Intensive Care.

Our department houses various units like AMU, Short Stay ward, SDEC, and Ward 517. There are opportunities for teaching in our simulation suite and clinical skills area, with an openness to exploring other special interests.

About Us:

We are proud to be recognized as one of the top NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, understanding the pivotal role of our staff in achieving this goal.

Our commitment is to foster a supportive work environment by:
- Prioritizing the health and wellbeing of our staff, offering flexible working options where possible.
- Providing diverse training and development opportunities to aid personal and career growth.
- Ensuring fairness and inclusivity, eliminating barriers and discrimination to help each staff member excel and thrive.

Our dedication to inclusivity permeates our organizational culture, promoting open communication and active participation at all levels. We have action plans in place, including a Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO, to uphold a kind and connected workplace.

University Hospitals Birmingham enforces a Smoke-Free policy within its premises.

Job Description:

- Collaborate effectively in a team with professionals from various backgrounds.
- Cultivate strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Communicate proficiently with patients, families, GPs, nurses, and other stakeholders.
- Understand and address patient and family needs effectively.
- Deliver complex clinical and managerial information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Maintain composure and high behavioral standards in pressure situations.
- Approach work with curiosity and critical thinking.
- Demonstrate empathy towards patients.
- Engage constructively with differing viewpoints.
- Possess good IT skills.
- Prioritize outpatient and inpatient tasks in alignment with Trust guidelines.
- Familiarity with ambulatory care pathways.
- Adherence to Trust and NHS performance standards.
- Experience in conducting audits and handling complaints; understanding ethical considerations.