Senior Clinical Fellow – Emergency Department

**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.

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 from start date.

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.