Consultant in Medicine, Diabetes, Endocrinology
4 weeks ago
The new consultant will undertake ward work alongside consultant colleagues. Each consultant will work 2 weeks on the wards (with 2 clinics) also contributing to the acute medical intake, followed by 6 weeks off the wards (with 4 clinics). They will contribute to the acute general medical on call rota, including post take ward rounds, at the weekend on a 1:19 frequency. There is currently no weekday on-call commitment in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Over the year this equates to an average 10-session contract.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be primarily based at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism will be the primary specialty for the post holder. The appointee will have joint responsibility, with the current members of the Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism team, for the provision of a consultant led and delivered service
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
Interview date: 24th July2024
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We live by our core values:
We are a proud local employer around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointees main responsibilities will be to:
cover inpatient medical wards at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital with responsibility for up to 20-25 inpatients. Average medical intake of 30-35 patients in 24 hours undertake Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism specialist clinics with a template of 2 new and 8 follow up patients or equivalent participate in the acute general medical on call rota, including post take ward rounds, at the weekend on a 1:19 frequency. There is currently no weekday on-call commitment in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital provide dedicated consultant support for your allocated GP practices which will include email and telephone support, and regular clinics when not on ward cover in liaison with consultant colleagues, have responsibility for the proper functioning of the department in line with any Health Board operational / strategic plan(s) (as amended from time to time) be expected to make a significant contribution to the directorate business planning process through active participation in the clinical directorate structure be responsible for carrying out teaching, training and accreditation duties as required. He/she will contribute and participate in undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally provide clinical leadership and supervision to the dietetic, podiatry, nursing, and support staff within the team provide advice to Trust managers, local General Practitioners and other interested parties, on the provision, planning and development of medical services promote a culture and work in a multidisciplinary environment participate in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD attendance at audit and other governance meetings provide educational, clinical and professional supervision of junior medical staff participate in departmental journal club meetings, teaching sessions, and grand rounds and will contribute to local, regional and national audits be encouraged to contribute posters and presentations in National and International meetings and also publish widely in well acclaimed peer reviewed journals participate in the recruitment of junior medical staff and staff of other disciplines as appropriate. To assist the Human Resources Department to follow the local and National employment policies and procedures undertake all work in accordance with the Health Boards procedures and operating policies conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Directorates and Health Boards service plans maintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the directorate and Health Board be familiar with and actively promote adherence to the regulatory framework including NICE and National Service Framework Guidance and to actively promote professional standards The Duties of a Doctor undertake all work in accordance with the Health Boards procedures and operating policies be involved in and actively manage complaints and any medico legal claims in their area of practice, management of serious incidents and responsibility for sharing any organizational learning from these monitor and respond to measures of patient experience work actively to reduce unintended harm to patients adhere to the Health Boards Clinical Incident Policy attend accredited conferences and meetings to update personal level of clinical practice, teaching and management skills in line with CME requirements participate in an annual Job Planning Review process, the Health Boards Annual Appraisal process and the GMCs Revalidation process attend weekly medical directorate clinical meetings, and the monthly Medical Directorate management meeting provide medical information for the development of systems appropriate for Health Board needs work within the financial and other restraints decided upon by the Health Board. Additional expenses of any kind will not be committed without the approval of the appropriate manager/budget holder co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services and an expectation to share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management. In addition, it should be noted that a system of Clinical Directorship is in operation and close liaison with appropriate colleagues will be required ensure that arrangements are in place for adequate medical staff to be available in relation to the treatment and care of patients observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Cwm Taf Health Board together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues
Person Specification
Knowledge, personal skills and abilities
Essential
Good organisational and communication skills (both written and verbal) Problem solving skills Proven ability to work under pressure Commitment to teamwork and pursuit of the corporate agenda of the employer Understanding of management priorities within the NHS Experience of and participation in clinical audit Proven clinical ability to a high standard Experience of developing and participating in teaching programmes for trainees and medical students
Desirable
Understanding of budget management and leadership skills Ability to produce and implement guidelines / protocols based on evidence-based practice Publication(s) in professional journals Evidence of papers presented at national/ international meetings Sub-specialisation and special interests within Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism Proven leadership qualities in previous posts
Education/ Qualifications and training
Essential
Full GMC registration and license to practise in UK Entry on GMC Specialist Register eligible for entry on Register or within 6 months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Diabetes and Endocrinology and General Internal Medicine (GIM) or Entry to the GMC Specialist Register via the Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR). Possession of MRCP (UK) or equivalent qualification
Desirable
An appropriate higher degree, (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent) SCE in Diabetes and Endocrinology
Experience
Essential
Extensive, current experience & training in Diabetes and Endocrinology Working knowledge / experience of the NHS
Desirable
Previous experience as a locum or substantive consultant
Personality requirements to include attitudes and personal disposition
Essential
Able to work in a multidisciplinary team and delegate effectively
Desirable
Demonstrate drive, achievement and innovation.
Physical requirements and attributes to include general health
Essential
Able to perform clinical duties General good health record, Physical fitness and ability to respond flexibly to high level demands
Circumstances e.g. Mobility/availability
Essential
Able to travel to undertake duties of post, flexible and responsive to staff and service priorities
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
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