Emergency Medicine Consultant

3 weeks ago


Margate, Kent, United Kingdom East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Consultants in Emergency Medicine to join our dedicated team within the Emergency Departments at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust.

Our organization offers a flexible job plan of either 10 or 12 Programmed Activities (PA), which includes a shift rota that accommodates both weekdays and weekends. We are committed to supporting individual preferences, including options for fixed weekdays off or part-time roles.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidates will play a pivotal role in the development of our medical workforce, collaborating with academic institutions to enhance training opportunities. We encourage applications from those interested in pursuing joint academic and clinical roles. Our consultants will receive support for professional development, including opportunities for postgraduate qualifications such as an MBA or MSc, as well as involvement in academic research.

Our Emergency Medicine team is bolstered by a robust workforce, including 25 Middle Grade/Speciality Doctors, higher trainees, and Advanced Clinical Practitioners. We are dedicated to fostering the growth of our junior staff through special interest posts and a CESR completion pathway.

About Our Trust

Joining the Urgent & Emergency Care Group at East Kent Hospitals presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading Trust recognized for its improvements in emergency care access standards. We have made significant investments in enhancing our emergency services and are continuously exploring innovative workforce models.

Our commitment to medical education is exemplified by our partnership with the Kent & Medway Medical School, which aims to deliver a patient-centered approach to medical training.

Benefits Package

We offer a competitive benefits package, including a £20,000 recruitment incentive to express our appreciation for your commitment to our Trust.

Additionally, our Family First initiative aims to assist partners of consultants in securing roles within our organization. We also provide relocation expenses for substantive positions, up to 32 days of annual leave, and active support for quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Application Process

For a comprehensive overview of the role, please refer to the Supporting Documents section. Should you have any inquiries, please reach out to the designated line manager.

Applications must be submitted by the applicant directly. Use of artificial intelligence in application submissions may lead to disqualification, as this document is a crucial component of the assessment process. However, applicants may seek assistance if needed due to any declared disabilities.

Essential Qualifications

- Full GMC Registration

- FRCEM or equivalent

- CCT/CESR Specialist Registration or expected within 6 months of interview

- Minimum English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS, or UK Medical School graduate

Desirable Qualifications

- Distinctions, scholarships, or other academic achievements

- Additional degrees such as BSc, MSc, or MD

- Dual accreditation in ITU/PHEM/PEM

- Instructor status in advanced life support courses

- Leadership and Teaching qualifications

Experience Requirements

- Extensive experience in all facets of Emergency Medicine

Clinical Governance Responsibilities

- Participation in audits, complaints management, and serious incident investigations

- Engagement in morbidity and mortality meetings and structured judgment reviews



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