Opportunity to work within a dynamic and forward-thinking team of dedicated clinicians.
Involvement in a diverse range of surgical specialties, including major cancer and robotic surgery, enhancing clinical experience.
Access to a state-of-the-art operating theatre suite at the Elective Orthopaedic Centre, promoting advanced surgical techniques.
Experience supporting ITU and perioperative management, allowing for comprehensive patient care.
Participation in a friendly and collaborative environment that encourages professional development and leadership.
The chance to contribute to a trust that values patient care and staff empowerment, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Attractive salary of £61,825 per annum with a manageable on-call commitment (1 in 8 rota), promoting work-life balance.
The East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Trust Doctor in Anaesthetics (ST3) to join the dynamic Anaesthetic Department at the Kent & Canterbury Hospital. This role involves supporting intensive care unit (ITU) services, managing perioperative care for elective and emergency surgeries across multiple theatres, including a state-of-the-art Elective Orthopaedic Centre known for its regional anaesthesia practices. The position entails a full-time commitment of 48 hours per week, with on-call responsibilities on a 1 in 8 rota for theatre emergencies and ITU coverage.
Candidates must possess full GMC registration, prior experience in an anaesthetic training program, and competency in Obstetric Anaesthesia. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and clinical governance skills while being enthusiastic about professional development and patient safety. The role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on enhancing patient care and contributing to the ongoing transformation of healthcare services in the region.
Candidates must possess full GMC registration, prior experience in an anaesthetic training program, and competency in Obstetric Anaesthesia. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and clinical governance skills while being enthusiastic about professional development and patient safety. The role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on enhancing patient care and contributing to the ongoing transformation of healthcare services in the region.
Job Summary
The Anaesthetic Department at the Kent & Canterbury Hospital is looking to recruit dynamic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team of friendly, dedicated clinicians.Our hospital undertakes all elective and emergency vascular surgery for Kent and Medway, urological (including major cancer and robotic surgery). A range of day surgical specialties are also represented, including: dental and maxillofacial surgery, ENT, general surgery (including paediatrics), ophthalmology, Interventional Radiology, MRI and endoscopy.Our Elective Orthopaedic Centre offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art operating theatre suite, and become a part of a nationally renowned regional anaesthesia team.
Main duties of the job
The duties of the post include supporting the ITU and the perioperative management of surgical patients. Anaesthetic services are provided for elective and emergency surgery in the main operating theatre complex of 5 theatres. In addition, there are 2 day-surgery theatres, 1 endovascular theatre, 1 ophthalmic theatre and a new 4 theatre Elective orthopaedic unit. Anaesthetic services also support the MRI suite and the endoscopy unit.Other responsibilities include:(i) Communication and liaison with all other medical and service departments within the hospital.(ii) Communication with other hospitals.
The on-call commitments are on a 1 in 8 rota and will involve covering theatre emergencies and ITU.The post is for 48 hours per week.The duties and responsibilities in this job description may need further discussion in the future to ensure that they continue to meet the needs of the service, future service developments and the post holder.
About Us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.
We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us..
Date posted
30 December 2024
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£61,825 a year Basic per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
344-0542MEDSAC-A-B
Job locations
Kent & Canterbury Hospital
Canterbury
CT1 3NG
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications and Training
Skills and Experience
Essential
Essential
Other requirements
Essential
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
Applicat
The Anaesthetic Department at the Kent & Canterbury Hospital is looking to recruit dynamic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team of friendly, dedicated clinicians.Our hospital undertakes all elective and emergency vascular surgery for Kent and Medway, urological (including major cancer and robotic surgery). A range of day surgical specialties are also represented, including: dental and maxillofacial surgery, ENT, general surgery (including paediatrics), ophthalmology, Interventional Radiology, MRI and endoscopy.Our Elective Orthopaedic Centre offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art operating theatre suite, and become a part of a nationally renowned regional anaesthesia team.
Main duties of the job
The duties of the post include supporting the ITU and the perioperative management of surgical patients. Anaesthetic services are provided for elective and emergency surgery in the main operating theatre complex of 5 theatres. In addition, there are 2 day-surgery theatres, 1 endovascular theatre, 1 ophthalmic theatre and a new 4 theatre Elective orthopaedic unit. Anaesthetic services also support the MRI suite and the endoscopy unit.Other responsibilities include:(i) Communication and liaison with all other medical and service departments within the hospital.(ii) Communication with other hospitals.
The on-call commitments are on a 1 in 8 rota and will involve covering theatre emergencies and ITU.The post is for 48 hours per week.The duties and responsibilities in this job description may need further discussion in the future to ensure that they continue to meet the needs of the service, future service developments and the post holder.
About Us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.
We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us..
Date posted
30 December 2024
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£61,825 a year Basic per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
344-0542MEDSAC-A-B
Job locations
Kent & Canterbury Hospital
Canterbury
CT1 3NG
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications and Training
- Full GMC registration and licence to practice
- Have completed basic postgraduate training at CT level in an anaesthetic training programme.
- Have completed Initial Assessment of Competence (IAC) or equivalent and also achieved Competence in Obstetric Anaesthesia
- Post graduate qualification - clinical/education
Skills and Experience
- Worked within the NHS
- Possess a wide range of clinical skills, knowledge and IT expertise
- Enthusiastic, keen to learn and develop skills
- Have sound professional judgement
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in Audit/QI/Governance processes
- Vigilant regarding patient safety
Essential
- Professional attitude
- Clinically safe
- Clear communicator
- Display teamwork
- Supportive of others
- Embrace evidence-based practice
Other requirements
- Can provide an on-call commitment at K&C on the CT/ST rota, including previous obstetric anaesthetic experience
- Flexibility to work across other Trust sites
Essential
- Can provide an on-call commitment at K&C on the CT/ST rota, including previous obstetric anaesthetic experience
- Flexibility to work across other Trust sites
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
Applicat
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