Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist

3 weeks ago


Crewe, United Kingdom Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

Applications are invited for an LED ST1/2 in Medicine. We have great opportunity for a junior doctor to come and work in various Medical specialties at Leighton Hospital, Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

This roles is specifically to cover the core ward base between the hours of 8am and 5pm. This posts are offered on a fixed term basis to cover a period of parental leave between st May 4 – st August 4. You will provide general medical care in a medical sub-specialty.

Applicants should have general medicine experience, good communication skills and be a strong team player to provide safe patient care.

The post may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Main duties of the job

The main duties will be to follow the management plans written in the medical records from the Consultant ward rounds, daily review of the patients on the ward and undertake any routine tasks as requested by the senior team. In addition, completion of accurate discharge summaries will be required to inform primary care colleagues of the outcome of their patients inpatient stay. 

There will be opportunities to cover any rota on-call gaps if candidates express an interest in doing so.

Working for our organisation

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population K). The Trust provides high quality planned and emergency care, cardiac, critical care, child health, maternity services and intermediate care at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.

The Trust provides over beds and employs over 5, members of staff. A comprehensive range of community services is provided across medical centres and schools through our Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership.

We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems. We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Further information regarding the job role can be found in the attached job description and person specification

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Full Registration with GMC and continue to hold a license to practice (3) MBBS or equivalent MRCP part 2 or equivalent ALS or Equivalent Must have NHS Experience

Experience

Essential criteria

Competent in basic clinical procedures eg CPR, infection control, physical examination, history taking etc Able to prioritise clinical need Aware of own limitations, consults senior colleagues appropriately and knows when to ask for help

Desirable criteria

Knowledge of UK health systems, practices and values and awareness of current issues in the NHS

Ability

Essential criteria

Ability to assess, recognise and initiate management of acutely ill patient Able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a professional and understanding manner

Key Messages

• Please let us know if you require an adjustment to our recruitment process.

• We are a flexible working employer, so please talk to us about any flexible working requirements.

• All correspondence will be sent to the email address you have registered as your TRAC account.

• Recruitment is based on the Trust's values and behaviours and the criteria outlined in the Job Description for the role.

• Secondments will be considered for fixed term positions when both parties agree. Candidates should seek approval from their current line manager before application.

• Appointments are subject to a 6 month probationary period.

• LED Doctors are subject to a 3 month probationary period.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 4 (Exceptions) Order 5 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 0 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

Further details / informal visits contact

NameJayne EllisJob titleService ManagerEmail addressjayne.ellis@mcht.nhs.ukTelephone number

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