Job summary
Trust Doctor in Renal Medicine - ST3+ Equivalent -TO START IN AUGUST 2024
Applications are invited for one posts of Trust Doctor (ST3+ Equivalent) in Renal Medicine at the Royal Cornwall Hospital.
This is a fixed-term 6-month contract, with an immediate start (August 2024). HR support will be offered for the accommodation for applicants who do not already live in Cornwall. A good level of postgraduate NHS work experience would be an advantage.
The main role of the post is to support the renal team in delivering inpatients care on the renal wards. A degree of flexibility will be expected, depending on clinical workload in the different clinical areas under the renal team.
Applicants will be required to have experience of working within a medicine related specialty for a minimum period of 12 months.
Some previous experience with untunnelled line insertions (independent / supervised) and with outpatient clinics would be an asset. You will require current ALS (or equivalent) and will also be GMC registered with a licence to practice.
You will have access to study leave and the experience will be equivalent to a training post. You will be subject to the Terms and Conditions of the fixed-term posts within the Trust.
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
The post-holder must comply with all aspects of confidentiality, professional codes of conduct, the Royal Cornwall Hospitals' Trust Staff Charter and the NHS Managers' Code of Conduct.
Main duties of the job
Provision with colleagues of a service to the Royal Cornwall Hospitals' NHS Trust, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department.
Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences.
Any responsibility that relates to a special interest.
Professional supervision of other junior medical staff.
Responsibilities for carrying out teaching.
Participating in medical audit, the Trust's Clinical Governance processes and in continuing Professional Development.
Involvement in research (where applicable).
Where it is agreed between the parties, work on behalf of the Royal Cornwall Hospitals' NHS Trust such as domiciliary consultations, or services provided by the Trust for other agencies, for example, the prison service (This excludes work done under direct arrangements between an individual doctor and a third party e.g. Category Two).
A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels.
The post-holder must at all times carry out their duties with due regard to the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy. A responsibility to ensure that all colleagues and patients receive the same treatment, care and attention, regardless of race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, age, sexuality or disability.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Work health assessments
- Criminal record check standards
- Right to work checks
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- We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
- Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent medical qualification. ALS or equivalent.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
- Has achieved appropriate level of core competencies in a medical Specialty (acute/general medicine, renal, respiratory, endocrine, gastro).
- Has a working knowledge of NHS.
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practise
Desirable
- Additional qualifications e.g. BSc, MSc, PhD or equivalent.
- Previous experience in Renal medicine
- Demonstration of educational reasons for applying for this post.
- Demonstration of personal reasons for applying for this post.
Essential
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively in written English.
Desirable
- Evidence of communication skills.
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Treliske Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ