Specialty Doctor in Anaesthesia, Obstetric Anaesthesia and ICM

Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for doctors wishing to gain further experience in Anaesthesia, Obstetric Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and enthusiastic team supporting the clinical services within UHL and will be expected and supported to contribute to research and audit within the department. A doctor appointed to this post shall have full registration with the General Medical Council and have completed at least four years’ full‑time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part‑time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be as a trainee in anaesthesia, or shall have equivalent experience and competencies. Responsibilities Participate in the first on‑call resident rota for obstetric anaesthesia and ITU. Participate in the provision of elective and emergency theatre lists. Undertake pre‑ and post‑operative visits. Undertake supporting professional activities which might include audit, continuing professional development, teaching, appraisal, job planning, and research. Work flexibly as the service demands require. Fulfil clinical governance requirements. Undertake mandatory training. Person Specification – Essential Full GMC registration. Primary FRCA or equivalent. Completion of Foundation training. ALS provider. Four years full‑time postgraduate training (or equivalent) with at least two years in anaesthesia, including at least 3 months of intensive care medicine training and obstetric anaesthesia training. Basic level training certificate or equivalent. RCOA basic level obstetric competency certificate or equivalent. Documented competencies in general adult anaesthesia and key areas of basic specialist practice. Enhanced disclosure and criminal records certificates. Person Specification – Desirable UK Resuscitation Council ALS course. Final FRCA or equivalent. FICM Basic Level ICM competency or equivalent. Peer review publications. Plan for further research. Higher qualifications in medical education. Evidence of out‑of‑work interests. Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided. Presentation skills, good teaching practice, training/qualification in teaching. Basic management training. Communication & Relationship Skills – Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate for effective communication with patients and colleagues. Clarity of communication and organisation. Empathic, sensitive and understanding of others’ perspectives. Motivation – Essential Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills. Evidence of professional team working. Research and Audit – Essential Evidence of adequate CME when appropriate. Understanding of audit principles and personal experience of audit. Management – Essential Understanding of the NHS, its strategy, and current issues. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion – Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate for effective communication. Clarity of communication and organisation. Empathic, sensitive and understanding of other perspectives. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website. Employer Details University Hospitals of Leicester NHS TrustCross site LRI/GH/LGHGwendolen RoadLeicesterLE5 4PW Employer’s Website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr