Job summary
Overview We wish to appoint a Clinical Fellow to join our Critical Care team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GHNHSFT). Job purpose This role will support the running of both Critical Care units in Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General Hospitals, as well as provide on-call services across both sites.
This role will complement our current junior and middle grade rotas to continue to provide the high level of care for which our units are proud to deliver.
Integral to the responsibilities of our posts are the following objectives: To ensure the delivery of a high-quality patient-centred clinical service To work in accordance with our trust's procedures and operating policies To work within the framework of team decisions To show initiative, enthusiasm, and flexibility
Main duties of the job You will form part of the resident team and out of hours provide airway cover for the unit. Daytime work consists of taking part in daily ward rounds, undertaking procedures and jobs to support the care of Critical Care patients along with reviewing referrals. You will also support the Outreach team and work closely with the wider Critical Care MDT.
About us We are a large organisation providing acute services from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital to a population of 652,475 in Gloucestershire as well as caring for patients from surrounding counties and beyond.
Our workforce is almost 8,000 strong, and our caring and dedicated staff are recognised for providing good and outstanding patient-centred, high-quality emergency, elective, and specialist care across a range of clinical areas.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision of providing Best Care for Everyone, and our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff. You could make a real difference to our patients' lives by joining our team.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Critical Care service is led by Clinical Lead, Simon Webster, and comprises 18 other Consultants.
Our Critical Care services are delivered across two units, one at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital site and one at the Cheltenham General site.
The two units admit approximately 1,500 patients a year and support elective surgical services including Upper GI resection work, head and neck cancer services, and a busy vascular unit. We also have a busy medical admissions workload supporting all specialties including interventional cardiology, haematology, oncology, respiratory, and renal medicine.
We pride ourselves on our MDT approach to patient care and the flat hierarchy within our units. We have the support of an excellent outreach team across both our sites and work closely together to ensure the best patient care.
The Gloucestershire Critical Care department is a dynamic, hard-working unit that delivers excellent outcomes for our patients and is a fantastic place to work, learn, and contribute. Clinical responsibilities
Provide care to Critical Care patients Review Critical Care referrals from throughout the hospital Support the provision of an on-call rota in a 1:8 frequency Support the MDT in Critical Care Participate in shared decision-making for ongoing management of Critical Care patients Take part in audit Assist in recruitment to ongoing research projects
Education and training While these posts are not educationally approved nor recognised by the Royal College for training purposes, they are educationally sound and well supported. The department offers weekly formal teaching sessions on Friday afternoons to which all staff are encouraged to attend. Continuing professional development The department encourages post holders to take part in audit and Quality Improvement (QI) activity on the units. In addition, the department is active in recruiting for several ongoing research projects, and opportunities to take part, including taking on the role of associate Principal Investigator, are encouraged. Clinical Governance The department of Critical Care has robust Clinical governance processes with a monthly CG meeting and two monthly mortality and morbidity reviews.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Full General Medical Council registration Clinical Experience Essential
Minimum of 6-12 months anaesthetic experience and completion of IAC Ability to manage independently an airway out of hours Ability to work closely with the Critical Care MDT Desirable
Previous Critical Care experience ALS APLS Essential personal attributes Essential
Flexibility and willingness to work together with colleagues to support on-call commitments Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues Able to work co-operatively as a team member Desirable
Previous Critical Care experience Ability to think laterally
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details Employer name Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Great Western Road, Gloucester, GL1 3NN Employer's website #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview We wish to appoint a Clinical Fellow to join our Critical Care team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GHNHSFT). Job purpose This role will support the running of both Critical Care units in Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General Hospitals, as well as provide on-call services across both sites.
This role will complement our current junior and middle grade rotas to continue to provide the high level of care for which our units are proud to deliver.
Integral to the responsibilities of our posts are the following objectives: To ensure the delivery of a high-quality patient-centred clinical service To work in accordance with our trust's procedures and operating policies To work within the framework of team decisions To show initiative, enthusiasm, and flexibility
Main duties of the job You will form part of the resident team and out of hours provide airway cover for the unit. Daytime work consists of taking part in daily ward rounds, undertaking procedures and jobs to support the care of Critical Care patients along with reviewing referrals. You will also support the Outreach team and work closely with the wider Critical Care MDT.
About us We are a large organisation providing acute services from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital to a population of 652,475 in Gloucestershire as well as caring for patients from surrounding counties and beyond.
Our workforce is almost 8,000 strong, and our caring and dedicated staff are recognised for providing good and outstanding patient-centred, high-quality emergency, elective, and specialist care across a range of clinical areas.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision of providing Best Care for Everyone, and our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff. You could make a real difference to our patients' lives by joining our team.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Critical Care service is led by Clinical Lead, Simon Webster, and comprises 18 other Consultants.
Our Critical Care services are delivered across two units, one at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital site and one at the Cheltenham General site.
The two units admit approximately 1,500 patients a year and support elective surgical services including Upper GI resection work, head and neck cancer services, and a busy vascular unit. We also have a busy medical admissions workload supporting all specialties including interventional cardiology, haematology, oncology, respiratory, and renal medicine.
We pride ourselves on our MDT approach to patient care and the flat hierarchy within our units. We have the support of an excellent outreach team across both our sites and work closely together to ensure the best patient care.
The Gloucestershire Critical Care department is a dynamic, hard-working unit that delivers excellent outcomes for our patients and is a fantastic place to work, learn, and contribute. Clinical responsibilities
Provide care to Critical Care patients Review Critical Care referrals from throughout the hospital Support the provision of an on-call rota in a 1:8 frequency Support the MDT in Critical Care Participate in shared decision-making for ongoing management of Critical Care patients Take part in audit Assist in recruitment to ongoing research projects
Education and training While these posts are not educationally approved nor recognised by the Royal College for training purposes, they are educationally sound and well supported. The department offers weekly formal teaching sessions on Friday afternoons to which all staff are encouraged to attend. Continuing professional development The department encourages post holders to take part in audit and Quality Improvement (QI) activity on the units. In addition, the department is active in recruiting for several ongoing research projects, and opportunities to take part, including taking on the role of associate Principal Investigator, are encouraged. Clinical Governance The department of Critical Care has robust Clinical governance processes with a monthly CG meeting and two monthly mortality and morbidity reviews.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Full General Medical Council registration Clinical Experience Essential
Minimum of 6-12 months anaesthetic experience and completion of IAC Ability to manage independently an airway out of hours Ability to work closely with the Critical Care MDT Desirable
Previous Critical Care experience ALS APLS Essential personal attributes Essential
Flexibility and willingness to work together with colleagues to support on-call commitments Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues Able to work co-operatively as a team member Desirable
Previous Critical Care experience Ability to think laterally
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details Employer name Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Great Western Road, Gloucester, GL1 3NN Employer's website #J-18808-Ljbffr
