Anaesthetics ITU Specialist
2 weeks ago
Location: NHS Trust Hospital
Reports to: Consultant
Contract: Full-time/part-time, permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week (may include on-call duties, night shifts, weekends, and public holidays)
Job Purpose:The Specialty Doctor plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality clinical care to patients, working as part of a multidisciplinary team and supporting consultants in managing patients. This position provides a balance between hands-on clinical work and professional development, and it may offer opportunities for long-term career progression, including support for completing additional qualifications or specialty exams.
Key Responsibilities:- Clinical Responsibilities:
- Patient Care:
- Deliver high-quality medical or surgical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings under the supervision of a consultant.
- Conduct assessments, investigations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients.
- Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings.
- Carry out and supervise procedures relevant to the specialty.
- On-call Duties:
- Participate in the on-call rota as required, providing care to emergency and acute admissions.
- Manage urgent and routine clinical problems and make appropriate referrals as necessary.
- Multidisciplinary Teamwork:
- Work collaboratively with consultants, junior doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Liaise with other departments and healthcare providers to ensure a seamless patient care pathway.
- Patient Safety and Governance:
- Contribute to maintaining high standards of patient safety.
- Follow NHS Trust clinical governance guidelines, including reporting clinical incidents and participating in root cause analyses.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient records, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
- Professional Development:
- Engage in continuous professional development (CPD), including attending relevant educational activities such as courses, workshops, and conferences.
- Stay up to date with advances in your specialty and contribute to the implementation of best practices.
- Teaching and Mentoring:
- Provide supervision and teaching to junior doctors, medical students, and allied healthcare professionals.
- Participate in departmental teaching programs and contribute to training initiatives.
- Audit and Quality Improvement:
- Participate in clinical audits and contribute to quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes.
- Evaluate and implement audit findings to improve clinical services.
- Research:
- Support research activities within the department and contribute to clinical trials, as applicable.
- Participate in the production of research papers or case reports for publication or presentation at national/international conferences.
- Medical Degree (MBBS or Equivalent):
- A recognized medical qualification allowing registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) in the UK.
- Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice:
- Doctors must be fully registered with the GMC, holding a valid license to practice medicine in the UK.
- Postgraduate Medical Experience:
- A minimum of four years of postgraduate experience is usually required, with at least two years in a relevant specialty.
- Relevant Specialty Experience:
- Previous experience working within the specific specialty of the role is essential.
- Membership of a Relevant Royal College (Desirable):
- Depending on the specialty, additional postgraduate qualifications such as MRCP (Membership of the Royal College of Physicians), MRCS (Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons), or equivalent is advantageous.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Equivalent:
- For roles in acute specialties, ALS or equivalent certification is often required.
- Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent clinical judgment and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership and management abilities, with a commitment to patient safety and quality care.
A Specialty Doctor may work in any of the following medical, surgical, or other specialties. Each specialty will have its own specific focus, procedures, and clinical demands.
Medicine:
- Cardiology
- Endocrinology and Diabetes
- Gastroenterology
- Respiratory Medicine
- Renal Medicine
- Neurology
- Rheumatology
- Geriatric Medicine
- Haematology
- Oncology
- Infectious Diseases
- General Internal Medicine
Surgery:
- General Surgery
- Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery
- Urology
- Vascular Surgery
- Plastic Surgery
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Paediatric Surgery
- Otolaryngology (ENT)
Paediatrics:
- General Paediatrics
- Neonatology
- Paediatric Neurology
- Paediatric Cardiology
Obstetrics and Gynaecology:
- General Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Fetal Medicine
- Gynaecological Oncology
- Urogynaecology
- Reproductive Medicine
Anaesthetics:
- General Anaesthetics
- Intensive Care Medicine (ICM)
- Pain Management
Emergency Medicine:
- Acute care and management of emergency presentations, including trauma and critical illnesses.
Psychiatry:
- General Adult Psychiatry
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Forensic Psychiatry
- Liaison Psychiatry
- Old Age Psychiatry
Radiology:
- Diagnostic Radiology
- Interventional Radiology
Pathology:
- Histopathology
- Haematology
- Chemical Pathology
- Medical Microbiology
Public Health:
- Involves the management and study of population health, epidemiology, and the prevention of disease.
Dermatology:
- Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions.
Ophthalmology:
- Medical and surgical care of eye diseases.
Professional Development and Career Progression:
While the role of Specialty Doctor is not a formal training post, it offers excellent opportunities for career development. Specialty Doctors may pursue:
- CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration): Specialty Doctors can apply for CESR to become consultants in their chosen specialty. This pathway allows doctors to demonstrate they have the same competencies as those who have completed a formal training program.
- Senior Specialty Doctor or Associate Specialist: Progression to senior roles within the specialty.
- Subspecialty Training: Opportunities to further specialize within a particular area of the specialty.
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