Consultant in HIV

Job summary

Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of Consultant in HIV & Sexual Health at Doncaster. This is a Ful-time/Part Time/Flexible post with a salary of £93,666 to£126,281 depending on experience.

Role Summary 

The appointee will be the Lead Consultant responsible for the provision of HIV and Sexual Health Services providing clinical leadership and clinical supervision in relation to HIV.

It is envisaged that the post holder main duties will be to undertake STI and HIV clinics. Knowledge and experience of delivering Contraception LARC clinics would be considered within the Job Plan.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support and develop the Sexual Health Service in Doncaster.

The post holder will share clinical responsibilities with professional colleagues and will actively contribute to the governance arrangements of the department.

The post holder will be encouraged to contribute to research and training activities.

The appointee will be expected to work with clinical colleagues supported by local managers in providing a safe, efficient and effective service for Solutions 4 Health. 

He/she will also be expected to support the development of additional services in community settings to ensure that patient safety, confidentiality, and effective clinical governance are maintained and to help develop appropriate clinical pathways.

The person appointed will take his/her equal share in providing cover for colleagues during periods of absence.

The Post holder will share responsibility for the training and supervision of departmental junior clinical staff. He/she may also have educational supervision roles for specific individual trainees. The appointee will be expected to take an active part in Undergraduate and Postgraduate teaching.

He/she will be expected to guide/carry out audit projects. Participation in departmental research projects will be expected.

The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.

Required Skills/Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a MRCP (UK) Or Equivalent and a Full Registration with GMC and name on Specialist Register (HIV) or expected within 6 months of the date of interview. 

If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.

Further details of the role can be found in the attached Job Description.

About us

Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. 

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.

We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.

 If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.

Benefits

Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.

Employee Assistance Programme (inlcuding 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)

Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan - over 35 benefits at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing discount on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.

Annual Leave that increases with length or service

Job description

Job responsibilities

Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of Consultant in HIV & Sexual Health at Doncaster. This is a Ful-time/Part Time/Flexible post with a salary of £93,666 to£126,281 depending on experience.

Role Summary 

The appointee will be the Lead Consultant responsible for the provision of HIV and Sexual Health Services providing clinical leadership and clinical supervision in relation to HIV.

It is envisaged that the post holder main duties will be to undertake STI and HIV clinics. Knowledge and experience of delivering Contraception LARC clinics would be considered within the Job Plan.

The post holder will support and develop the Sexual Health Service in Doncaster.

The post holder will share clinical responsibilities with professional colleagues and will actively contribute to the governance arrangements of the department.

The post holder will be encouraged to contribute to research and training activities.

The appointee will be expected to work with clinical colleagues supported by local managers in providing a safe, efficient and effective service for Solutions 4 Health. 

He/she will also be expected to support the development of additional services in community settings to ensure that patient safety, confidentiality, and effective clinical governance are maintained and to help develop appropriate clinical pathways.

The person appointed will take his/her equal share in providing cover for colleagues during periods of absence.

The Post holder will share responsibility for the training and supervision of departmental junior clinical staff. He/she may also have educational supervision roles for specific individual trainees. The appointee will be expected to take an active part in Undergraduate and Postgraduate teaching.

He/she will be expected to guide/carry out audit projects. Participation in departmental research projects will be expected.

The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.

Further details of the role can be found in the attached Job Description.

Required Skills/Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a MRCP (UK) Or Equivalent and a Full Registration with GMC and name on Specialist Register (HIV) or expected within 6 months of the date of interview. 

If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.

About Us

Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome focused integrated Public Health services.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.

We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.

Solutions4health are a disability confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.

Benefits

 Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.

Employee Assistance Programme (inlcuding 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app) Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan - over 35 benefits at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing discount on shopping, gym membership, travel etc. Cycle to Work scheme Annual Leave that increases with length or service

If you think you are suitable for this role, please apply now

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration within six months of interview. Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. MRCP (or equivalent)

Desirable

MD or PhD or equivalent Dip HIV

Clinical Experience

Essential

Training and broad experience in GU Medicine and HIV Medicine

Desirable

n/a

Research

Essential

Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

Publications in Peer reviewed journals. Ideas for future research whilst in post

Teaching and training

Essential

Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels

Desirable

To have the ability to teach all groups of staff

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Management and Administration

Essential

Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management Management or leadership experience

Desirable

Awareness of current issues in NHS Experience of working with management groups

Clinical governance and audit

Essential

Committed to and understands the principles of clinical governance Experience in performing clinical audit Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation

Desirable

Active involvement in a clinical governance programme Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project

Personal attributes

Essential

Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do Good time management skills Good oral and written communication skills

Desirable

n/a

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