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Job summary

This post is a fixed term contract based the department of Diabetes and Endocrinology supporting the work of the Directorate in delivering inpatient services and participating in speciality outpatient clinics in Diabetes and Endocrinology. The post provides training and experience in specialty diabetes clinics such as antenatal diabetes care, insulin pumps (CSII), community diabetes care, diabetic foot care, paediatric to adult diabetes transition clinics etc. Access to general adult endocrinology services, including access to specialist endocrinology via pituitary MDT at Salford Royal Hospital and opportunities to sit in on paediatric diabetes clinics.

The applicant should have suitable experience in General Medicine including subspeciality experience in Diabetes and Endocrinology and fulfil the requirements of the enclosed person specification.

The applicant will also be part of the on call rota which will give excellent experience in dealing with acute medical admissions. This post has regular on call commitments.

Main duties of the job

To work flexibly in undertaking their duties. This may require working during the evenings and weekends to ensure effective delivery of service and its sustainability. The need for any alterations will be highlighted by the Clinical Director and discussed with all relevant Consultants.

To support on call cover for acute medical admissions as part of the on call rota which includes diagnosis and treatment; under consultant supervision, of emergency and non-emergency patients admitted to the acute medical unit (AMU).

To contribute toa multidisciplinary team in hospital and in the community

To managea wide variety of common endocrine disorders in conjunction with tertiary centres where appropriate, with opportunities to attend MDT and other meetings in the tertiary centres and on site.

To offer teaching to junior doctors, medical students and other health professionals within the Trust.

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

o NHS pension scheme membership

o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further

o NHS Staff discounts

o Cycle to work scheme

oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt

o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is a fixed term contract based the department of Diabetes and Endocrinology supporting the work of the Directorate in delivering inpatient services and participating in speciality outpatient clinics in Diabetes and Endocrinology. The post provides training and experience in specialty diabetes clinics such as antenatal diabetes care, insulin pumps (CSII), community diabetes care, diabetic foot care, paediatric to adult diabetes transition clinics etc. Access to general adult endocrinology services, including access to specialist endocrinology via pituitary MDT at Salford Royal Hospital and opportunities to sit in on paediatric diabetes clinics.

The applicant should have suitable experience in General Medicine including subspeciality experience in Diabetes and Endocrinology and fulfil the requirements of the enclosed person specification.

Key responsibilities/duties:

To work flexibly in undertaking their duties. This may require working during the evenings and weekends to ensure effective delivery of service and its sustainability. The need for any alterations will be highlighted by the Clinical Director and discussed with all relevant Consultants.

To support on call cover for acute medical admissions as part of the on call rota which includes diagnosis and treatment; under consultant supervision, of emergency and non-emergency patients admitted to the acute medical unit (AMU).

To contribute to a multidisciplinary team in hospital and in the community

To managea wide variety of common endocrine disorders in conjunction with tertiary centres where appropriate, with opportunities to attend MDT and other meetings in the tertiary centres and on site.

To offer teaching to junior doctors, medical students and other health professionals within the Trust.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £ This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary

In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.

Person Specification

Education & Professional Qualifications

Essential

Medical Qualification. GMC registration. MRCP part 1 or equivalent.

Desirable

MRCP parts 1&2 or equivalent. Working towards MRCP Paces.

Other

Essential

Authorised to live and work in UK

Clinical Experience & Skills

Essential

Training at junior level including relevant experience and enthusiasm towards General Medicine, specifically Diabetes and Endocrinology Broad clinical skills in the comprehensive management of all patients. Skills in common procedures equivalent to ALS training Experience in and commitment to post graduate and undergraduate education.

Desirable

Previous middle grade level experience.

Research

Essential

Evidence of academic excellence.

Desirable

Evidence of recent independent or supervised research with relevant publications, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitment.

Professional interests

Essential

Commitment to career in Diabetes and Endocrinology Commitment to learning.

Desirable

Membership of appropriate professional society

Personal attributes

Essential

Effective communication Ability to form good working relationships Well organised with ability to work indpendently Experience supervising junior medical staff Willing to take on responsibility and cope under pressure Good teamwork

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