Consultant in Anaesthetics with an interest in Pain Management

Job title:

Consultant in Anaesthetics with an interest in Pain Management

Company

British Medical Journal

Job description

We are seeking to recruit a substantive, full-time, accredited Pain Consultant to join our department at the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The job is primarily based at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital with the possibility and opportunity to cover some pain services at the Bedford Hospital site.The successful candidate will provide clinical services in anaesthesia and perioperative care with a larger and significant participation in delivering clinical care in the Integrated Pain Service including Inpatient Pain, Outpatient Chronic Pain clinics and intervention injection lists in a team-based approach with flexibility of on calls and weekend work with mutual agreement and service demand requirementsLuton and Dunstable hospital is located within easy access to central London and the Midlands. London Luton Airport is within fifteen minutes’ drive from the hospital. There are many attractive villages and towns nearby like St Albans and Harpenden which has excellent schools.Closing Date: 24th April 2024Assessment Date: 21st May 2024Interview Date: 3rd June 2024Main duties of the jobThe service uniquely offers a job planned weekly participation in integrated spinal multidisciplinary meetings constituting pain physicians, spinal surgeons, musculoskeletal radiologists, extended scope physiotherapists and other allied health professionals in addition to a weekly complex pain MDT comprising pain physicians, specialist pain nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, clinical psychologist, pain administrator and other team members that encompasses clinical triage and service development discussions. In addition, there is an opportunity to actively participate in departmental educational, audit and clinical governance framework.The trust is very actively focussed on supporting medical education and training with weekly grand rounds and participation in regional education networks. We are looking to recruit enterprising and forward-thinking applicants to support the routine services and look at the development of subspecialty pain areas such as cancer pain, pelvic pain and community pain.Successful candidate will participate in the anaesthetic 1 in 20 on call rota at the Luton site. Pain and anaesthetic sub-special interest will be supported with mutual agreement with clinical lead in integrated pain service and the clinical director in anaesthesia, respectively.About usOur Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.As part of our continued response to COVID19 the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 (the 2014 Regulations) was updated and approved by Parliament. This meant that full COVID19 vaccination would become a condition of employment in all NHS roles which have face-to-face contact with patients and service users from 1 April 2022 unless exempt.The Government subsequently announced that, given the changes to the Omicron variant, they believe it is no longer proportionate to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for NHS staff. The Government’s decision is subject to Parliamentary process. This will require further consultation and a Parliamentary vote to be passed into legislation.As this role is within scope of the current legislation COVID19 vaccination status will remain part of our routine Occupational Health check.Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. If you’re still unsure, you can find lots of informationJob description
Job responsibilitiesThe appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.The appointee will have Full UK MedicalDental registration at time of application.Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• FRCA or equivalent
• Entry on the GMC Specialist
• On the specialty register in Anaesthesia or eligible for entry within 6 months of the interview date
• Appropriate training and experience in Pain Medicine
• FFPMRCA or equivalent

Desirable

• MD, PhD or other postgraduate qualification (PGCert, PGDip, MSc)
• ALS, ATLS, EPLS instructor or equivalent

Registration
Essential

• Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practice
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register: CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) orCESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)

Clinical Effectiveness
Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD.
• Experience of guideline appraisal
• Participation in relevant local audits
• Ability to interpret and apply clinical research

Desirable

• Participation in relevant national audits

Teaching
Essential

• Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students.

Desirable

• Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course.

Personnel Skills
Essential

• Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
• Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
• Leadership Skills

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.

Personnel Circumstances
Essential

• Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.
• Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory DBS clearance

Clinical Experience
Essential

• Excellent all round experience of DGH work
• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Anaesthetics and Advanced Airway management skills
• Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision

Employer details
Employer nameBedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressLuton & Dunstable University HospitalLewsey RoadLutonLU4 0DZAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.418-M-AN-276CompanyAbout usBedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was formed on 1 April 2020 following the merger of Bedford Hospital and the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital.Previously the hospitals were run by two separate NHS trusts, Bedford hospital NHS Trust and Luton and Dunstable University Hospitals Foundation Trust.By combining the two hospitals we have been able to ensure the clinical sustainability of both sites and ensure that key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics can remain at both sites.Both hospitals deliver a full range of acute hospital services to a population of around 700,000.The new integrated Trust employs a combined workforce of approximately 8,000 staff, the largest NHS employer in Bedfordshire. The hospitals are supported by an army of 500 volunteers whose invaluable work helps the delivery of services.Bedford HospitalWorking at Bedford HospitalThe Trust’s ethos is ‘every patient matters’, our vision is to provide patient focused high quality acute hospital care to meet the needs of our local community and we are constantly working with our staff to find new ways of working to ensure that our vision is achieved.About BedfordWhether you like high-octane thrills or you’re interested in history and the arts, if you want to entertain the family, or simply want to relax and enjoy quiet, unspoilt countryside, come and visit Bedford and north Bedfordshire.The county town of Bedford is in one of England’s smallest counties, flanked east and west by tourist hotspots like Oxford and Cambridge and just a 35 minute train journey from central London.Renowned as having one of the finest riverside settings in the country, enjoy panoramic views of the River Great Ouse from the restored Castle Mound; all that remains of Bedford castle, which was destroyed in the siege of 1224.Bedford Borough is a vibrant area to live in with an abundance of leisure opportunities for residents and visitors. We pride ourselves on offering a fantastic programme of cultural events throughout the year, and providing a wide range of affordable health opportunities, through our quality parks, award winning leisure centers’ and sports development work.The nearby town of Milton Keynes has a large shopping mall and is a short bus or train ride away. Road and transport links are fantastic from Bedford to the whole of the UK and Europe.Luton airport is only 30 minutes by car or direct by train, other airports nearby are Stanstead, Birmingham, Heathrow and Gatwick, all within 1hour and 30 minutes by train or car.Luton and Dunstable University HospitalLuton and Dunstable University Hospital is a top performing hospital and we are proud to care.The Trust employs a diverse range of people in many different roles. In addition to doctors, nurses and therapy staff we employ people in a variety of other areas including administration, scientists, estates, technicians and support staff who all work together to deliver the best patient care. Our focus on excellence and patient safety remains our highest priority.Staff are our most valuable asset and central to the delivery of safe, effective, excellent patient care.The Trust strives to ensure staff feel valued, empowered, confident, motivated and focuses on developing staff to maximise their potential.As an employee of the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital you can take advantage of a number of benefits that are available for all L&D staff which can be .Why work for us?Our way of working at Bedford Hospital NHS Trust is about providing great patient care but it’s also about attracting and retaining excellent staff to provide that care. It’s about the qualities, knowledge and skills you bring to your role in the Trust and the support, development and job satisfaction you expect in return. It’s about sharing common priorities for improvement and embracing our Trust values while caring for our patients but also while working together as colleagues.

Expected salary

£93666 – 126281 per year

Location

Luton

Job date

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 08:46:52 GMT

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