Emergency Care Director

About Us:
At George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality patient care in a safe and responsive environment. Our vision to 'excel at patient care' drives everything we do, from our commitment to delivering excellent clinical outcomes to our focus on creating a positive work environment for our staff. We believe that our values – Effective Open Communication, Excellence and Safety in Everything We Do, Challenge but Support, Expect Respect and Dignity, and Local Health that Inspires Confidence – are what set us apart as a healthcare provider. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented group of professionals who share your passion for delivering exceptional patient care.

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Acute Medicine Consultant to join our team. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality patient care and will be responsible for providing senior clinical, managerial, and teaching cover for the Emergency Medicine department. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and have the skills and qualifications required for this role, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:
* Provide senior clinical, managerial, and teaching cover for the Emergency Medicine department.
* Develop referral protocols for medical and nursing staff within the directorate.
* Lead clinical teams and manage their performance.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinical best practices and guidelines.
* Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of new policies and procedures.
* Act as a role model and mentor for junior colleagues.
* Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and maintain professional registration with the relevant authorities.
* Contribute to the delivery of our trust's strategic objectives and promote a culture of excellence and safety throughout the organisation.
* Perform other duties as required.
* Maintain accurate records and report incidents or near misses in accordance with trust policies and procedures.
* Uphold the trust's values and code of conduct at all times.
* Take ownership of your actions and decisions and be accountable for the outcomes.
* Collaborate with colleagues to ensure effective communication and problem-solving.
* Be proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and contributing to the development of solutions.
* Be adaptable and resilient in the face of change and uncertainty.
* Demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity and contribute to the creation of an inclusive work environment.
* Promote a culture of respect and empathy throughout the organisation.
* Be aware of and adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.
* Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
* Comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies related to data protection and information governance.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to safeguarding adults and children.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to medication management and control.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to infection control and prevention.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to medical devices and equipment maintenance and repair.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to waste management and disposal.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to environmental sustainability and conservation.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to research and innovation.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to education and training.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to patient feedback and complaints.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to visitor and access management.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to bereavement support and counselling.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to emergency preparedness and response.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to critical incident reporting and review.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to whistle-blowing and protected disclosure.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to social media usage and online engagement.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to digital communications and electronic signatures.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to vehicle and fleet management.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to facilities and estates management.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to catering and hospitality services.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to employee recognition and reward schemes.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to grievance and disciplinary procedures.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to equality and diversity training and awareness.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to disability awareness and inclusion.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to mental health awareness and support.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to lone working and personal safety.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to child protection and safeguarding.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to adult safeguarding and protection.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to whistleblowing and protected disclosure.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to data protection and information governance.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to clinical trials and research.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to patient consent and participation in research.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to clinical supervision and mentorship.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to career development and progression.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to service user involvement and engagement.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to equality and diversity monitoring and reporting.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to performance management and appraisal.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to recruitment and selection processes.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to induction and orientation procedures.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to redeployment and secondment processes.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to sickness absence and attendance management.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to shared parental leave and pay.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to adoption leave and pay.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to maternity leave and pay.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to paternity leave and pay.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to dependent leave and pay.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to pension auto-enrolment and employer contributions.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to tax-efficient savings and financial wellbeing.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to bereavement leave and pay.
* Be aware of and adhere to policies and procedures related to jury service and employment law.

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