Senior Clinical FellowEmergency MedicineFixed Term

Senior Clinical Fellow – Emergency Department

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

CQC: Requires improvement

London

Salary

£65,048 – £65,048

Training post

Unknown

Trust type

Acute

Posted

6 days ago

About the role

**12 month fixed term contract from start date**

The Consultant body contains current FRCEM examiners, ATLS, APLS & ALS instructors and all of whom are level 1 and some level 2 US trained. The evidence speaks for itself we have a proven track record in our long term middle grades successfully becoming consultants via the this advertised process, and have the full support of the department, they would be happy to talk to you about this informally. There will be training and teaching for all successful applicants and there will be a designated Consultant supervisor for the duration of the contract, which will include regular 1-1's and access to educations resources.

Senior Clinical Fellow – Emergency Department

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

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From a clinical perspective these posts will participate in the 24-hour Emergency Department rota. The rotation is initially offered on a fixed term contract for 12 months. Following this it is envisage an extension, on a mutually agreed basis for 12-months, and may be offered on a permanent basis depending on service needs.

Clinical Responsibilities To assist in the provision of a safe, effective and efficient Emergency Medicine Service. To be actively involved in audit and quality issues and to support the Trust's Clinical Governance programme and continuing professional development responsibilities for which time is allocated in the job plan. To participate in the Directorate's clinical meetings. To contribute to the ED shop floor cover. Medical Education & Teaching Participate in the professional supervision, management, support and teaching of Emergency Department Trainees. Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance Participate in the Clinical Audit programme of the Emergency Department in accordance with Unit and Trust policy. Comply with the Trust's Clinical Governance processes as stipulated by the Directorate and Medical Directors from time to time. Continuing Professional Development Participate in continuing professional development at local and national level. Implement audit and research findings as appropriate in clinical practice. Prepare and participate in appraisal in accordance with Trust policy. Policy Planning and Management Support the Trust to deliver quality patient care. Contribute to the development of clinical and organisational protocols and guidelines Assist in the development of the Annual Service Plan for the Directorate and Directorate and participate in the strategic planning of the service.

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development

Widening access (anchor institution) and employability

Improving the experience of staff with disability

Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development

Making equalities mainstream

Person specification

Essential

Full registration with UK General Medical Council and a Licence to Practice
Current provider status in at least one of the following advanced life support courses ATLS or ALS or other recognised equivalent course
Completed at least three years full time postgraduate training (or its equivalent) at least one of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term appointment in a relevant specialty
Shall have at least 12 months, full time (or its equivalent) experience of working in a Consultant led ED or have demonstrable, equivalent experience and competencies
Understanding of principles of medical audit.
Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
Evidence of participation in audit project
Experience of undergraduate teaching
Able to work under pressure
Aware of own limitations and when to ask for help
Ability to prioritise tasks and show effective time management
Enthusiastic learner with good time keeping, reliable
Familiar with current structure of health service and knowledgeable about recent initiatives and changes
Physically/Mentally fit to pass occupational health assessment.
New work permit rules apply to this post

Desirable

Should hold a relevant postgraduate qualification/diploma e.g. MRCEM
Current provider status in 2 or more advanced life support courses ATLS or ALS
Instructor status in ATLS or ALS
Demonstrates developing an area of interest in Emergency Medicine
Should have evidence of current ongoing CPD and annual appraisal