Trust Doctor in Anaesthetics - CT3 Equivalent inTruro inTruro PUBLISHED MON 27 JAN 2025

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our trainees in the provision of daytime anaesthesia in a supervised capacity. Training and supervision will be provided in a manner similar to our existing trainees and will take into account the candidate's educational requirements. In addition, the successful candidate would partake in the senior anaesthetic trainee or obstetric trainee on-call rota, alongside ST3 and CT-level anaesthetic trainees.

This opportunity would suit a trainee who has completed two years of Core Training in Anaesthesia and has passed the Primary FRCA exam. The post is supported by the division of anaesthesia and theatres and requires the applicant to have completed two years of Anaesthesia training, including the Initial Assessment of Competence in Obstetric Anaesthesia (IACOA), in a recognised training post.

Main duties of the job

Partake in the day-to-day running of operating lists in all specialties, under both direct and indirect supervision.

Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of anaesthesia for on-call and elective daytime surgery.

To share with colleagues, responsibility for the Obstetric and Senior Anaesthetic Trainee on-call rota.

To cover the Critical Care Unit to intermediate training standards.

To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in Continuing Medical Education (CME).

To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit.

To attend Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust meetings as appropriate.

Fulfil duties of weekly timetable including any out-of- hours responsibilities.

About Us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle, West Cornwall Hospital Penzance and St Austell Surgical Hub, 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 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.

Date posted

16 January 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

156-MS-4107

Job locations

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR13LJ

Job Description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right hand side

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
  
  

For Further Information Please Visit:

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Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed

Job Description Job Responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right hand side

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
  
  

For Further Information Please Visit:

www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliLZWz 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

Qualifications Essential

• Primary FRCA MCQ exam pass and application for Primary OSCE/viva exam
• GMC Registration with a Full licence to practice..
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of managing anaesthesia for operating lists with distant supervision.
  
  

Experience Essential

• Possession of Anaesthesia Initial Assessment of Competence certificate (or equivalent).
• Possession of Initial Obstetric Anaesthesia Competence certificate (or equivalent).
• Demonstrable Anaesthesia experience in a recognised training post as ACCS or CT-level trainee or equivalent.
• Ability to take independent clinical decisions when necessary and to seek advice from senior colleagues as appropriate.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of managing anaesthesia for operating lists with distant supervision.