Locum Thoracic Consultant
3 months ago
Job summary
The Department of Thoracic Surgery offers individualised patient care across the full spectrum of general thoracic surgical practice, serving a large population with dedicated clinics in Leicester, Burton, Kettering, Northampton and Peterborough. Our surgeons contribute as core members of the Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma, Lung Volume Reduction, Sarcoma and Neuroendocrine Tumour multidisciplinary team meetings. There are seven operating lists per week, at Glenfield Hospital. Patients are cared for postoperatively in a dedicated thoracic surgical unit, including a specialist high dependency care.
We are one of the leading UK centres for the surgical management of malignant pleural mesothelioma and emphysema, with an extensive lung cancer and general thoracic practice. The Unit boasts an international reputation for research across these are currently four Consultant Surgeons in the Unit, who are supported by a team of 14 Medics.
Glenfield Hospital is a 600-bed centre of medical excellence for clinical services, teaching and research. There are close links to Leicester Medical School, including teaching of undergraduate medical students. Glenfield Hospital has, year on year, increased the number of patients treated, introduced service developments and expanded the range of treatments available. We have gained an excellent reputation for the quality of services we provide as recognised by the results in the Quality Health Patients Satisfaction survey.
Main duties of the job
To provide Consultant Thoracic Surgeon services at the University Hospitals of Leicester.
To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care as described in the GMC Guidance 'Duties of a Doctor' are followed at all times; and that bad practice is reported.
To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes place.
To actively participate in audit.
To work with the CMG management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match - this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
To provide continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their care and for the proper organisation and functioning of clinical practice.
To work closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies to deliver the objectives of the CMG.
To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trust's 'Critical Incident Policy', are reported in a timely manner.
To participate in yearly appraisal and job planning process.
To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Management Group Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department;
Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences.
About us
Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellenceAnd we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one teamThis is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job plan is subject to revision with a 3 month notice to align with the needs of the service. The final weekly schedule will be agreed with the post holder following the issue of contract.
Outline Job Plan
Activity
PA
Leicester Outpatient clinic + Patient Admin
Ward Round
Peripheral Clinic and MDT
Theatre sessions
On-calls
2
Supporting professional activities
Total
10
The job plan is based on 10 PA, including theatre operating sessions per week. Additional PAs above the 10 basics will be negotiated on the basis of the needs of the service.
This will also be determined by theatre availability.
On-calls
There is a commitment to undertake on-call which is non-resident, 1 in 4, for Thoracic Surgery, including the management of cardiothoracic trauma.
Supporting Professional Activity (SPA)
It is expected that most consultants within the Trust will have PAs for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) including CPD. PAs are allocated as a minimum to all consultants for SPA in order to support the requirements of revalidation which include activities such as participating in audit, CPD and mandatory training. This further 1 PA above PA will be available for SPA as part of the job planning process for further appropriate verifiable SPA
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
MB BS or Equivalent Higher degree: MD, PhD or equivalent Full GMC Registration FRCS or Equivalent Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Experience / Clinical Skills
Essential
Fully trained in vascular and endovascular surgery. Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems Ability to undertake peripheral and aortic endovascular interventions independently Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach
Desirable
Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a relevant specialty interest
Management
Essential
Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload. Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadership styles Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills). Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
Desirable
Awareness of Service Development issues Evidence of management and administration experience Management training on an accredited course
Communication Skills
Essential
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues oTo be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
Desirable
Highly developed emotional intelligence High standard of presentation both written and verbal
Motivation
Essential
Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff Personal integrity and reliability.
Audit/ Quality Improvement
Essential
Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit. Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Research
Essential
Evidence of recent research and development activity
Teaching
Essential
Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates. Enthusiastic and ability to inspire and lead others.-
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