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SCOTLAND DEANERY – WEST REGION LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR TRAINING (LAT)/LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR SERVICE (LAS)/ CLINICAL FELLOW IN ANAESTHESIA CT1/CT2/ST3 LEVELS NHSGGC, NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN, NHS LANARKSHIRE, NHS FORTH VALLEY, NHS DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY

INFORMATION PACK

REF: 44317D

CLOSING DATE: NOON 4th NOVEMBER 2016

www.nhsggc.org.uk/medicaljobs

SUMMARY INFORMATION

POST: SCOTLAND DEANERY – WEST REGION, LOCUM APPOINTMENTS FOR TRAINING (LAT), LOCUM APPOINTMENTS FOR SERVICE (LAS)/ CLINICAL FELLOW IN ANAESTHESIA CT1, CT2 & ST3 LEVEL

BASE: NHS GREATER GLASGOW & CLYDE, NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN, NHS LANARKSHIRE, NHS FORTH VALLEY, NHS DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY

These vacancies currently exist within the West of Scotland School of Anaesthesia in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, NHS Lanarkshire, NHS Forth Valley, NHS Ayrshire and Arran and NHS Dumfries & Galloway Health Boards from 1st February 2017 to 1st August 2017.

Previous Anaesthesia experience is not essential for CT1 level. These posts have educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean. If appointed as a LAS / Clinical Fellow the post will not be recognised for training. To practise medicine in the UK you need to hold both GMC registration and a licence to practise.

Person specifications for the varying levels are available on the Scottish SMT website http://specialtytraining.hee.nhs.uk/

PLEASE SPECIFY ON YOUR CV THE LEVEL YOU WISH TO APPLY TO AND ENSURE YOUR EXPERIENCE IS CLEARLY DETAILED.

The interview date will be Wednesday 30th November 2016

Closing date Friday 4th November 2016

PERSON SPECIFICATION 2016

ANAESTHETICS - CT1

ENTRY CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA WHEN EVALUATEDi

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Application form

Eligibility

Applicants must:

Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practiseii from, the GMC at intended start dateiii

Have evidence of either:

current employment in a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme

or:

12 months’ experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences in the three years preceding the intended start date from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including:

make the care or your patient your first concern provide a good standard of practice and care take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised protect and promote the health of patients and of the public treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity work in partnership with patients work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients’ interests be honest and open and act with integrity never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues never abuse your patients’ trust in you or the public’s trust in the profession.

Be eligible to work in the UK

Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date

Application form

Application form, interview/selection centreiv

Application form, interview/selection centre

Application form

Fitness to practise

Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.

Application form, references

Language skills

Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues; as demonstrated by one of the following:

undergraduate medical training undertaken in English; or

academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) results showing a score of at least 7.0 in each domain (speaking, listening, reading, writing),with an overall score of at least 7.5, to be achieved in a single sitting and within 24 months of the time of application

If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidencev of language skills


Health

Applicants must meet professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice).

Application form, pre-employment health screening


Career progression

Applicants must:

Be able to provide complete details of their employment history

Have evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances

Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training

18 months’ or less experiencevi in Anaestheticsvii (not including Foundation modules) by time of intended start date.

Not have previously relinquished or been released / removed from a core anaesthetics or acute care common stem programme, except under exceptional circumstancesviii.

Not previously resigned, been removed from, or relinquished a post or programme with resultant failure to gain the award of a FACD5.2, except under extraordinary circumstances and on the production of evidence of satisfactory outcome from appropriate remediationix.

Application form

Interview/selection centre

Application completion

ALL sections of application form completed FULLY according to written guidelines.

Application form

SELECTION CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA DESIRABLE CRITERIA WHEN EVALUATED

Qualifications

As above Additional related qualifications, e.g. intercalated degree, BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent

Application form, interview/selection centre, References

Clinical skills – clinical knowledge & expertise

Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems

Ability to prioritise clinical need

Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk

Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient.

Aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity

Successful completion of relevant skills course(s),


Academic skills

Research and audit skills:

Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues

Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives

Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice


Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements

Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which:

focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement

demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum

Application form



Teaching:

Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching

Evidence of feedback for teaching

Instructor status (or a recommendation for instructor status) in an advanced life support course (ALS, ATLS, EPLS, APLS) or equivalent course

Personal skills

Communication skills:

Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication, and capacity to adapt language to the situation, as appropriate

Able to build rapport, listen, persuade and negotiate.

Problem solving and decision making:

Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach.

Empathy and sensitivity:

Capacity to take in others’ perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people

Demonstrates respect for all.

Managing others and team involvement:

Able to work in multi-professional teams and supervise junior medical staff

Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members; for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects

Capacity to work effectively with others.

Organisation and planning:

Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively

Capacity to prioritise own workload and organise ward rounds

Evidence of thoroughness (is well-prepared, shows self-discipline/commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines.)

Vigilance and situational awareness:

Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues.

Coping with pressure and managing uncertainty:

Capacity to operate under pressure

Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with changing circumstances

Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty

Management and leadership skills:

Evidence of involvement in management commensurate with experience

Demonstrates an understanding of NHS management and resources

Evidence of effective multi-disciplinary team working and leadership, supported by multi-source feedback or other workplace-based assessments

Evidence of effective leadership in and outside medicine.

IT skills:

Demonstrates information technology skills.

Other:

Evidence of achievement outside medicine

Evidence of altruistic behaviour, eg voluntary work

Evidence of organisational skills – not necessarily in medicine, e.g. grant or bursary applications, organisation of a university club, sports section, etc.

Application form


References


Values:

Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution (e.g. everyone counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; compassion)

i ‘When evaluated’ is indicative, but may be carried out at any time throughout the selection process.

ii The GMC introduced the licence to practise in 2009. Any doctor wishing to practise in the UK after this date must be both registered with and hold a licence to practise from the GMC at time of appointment.

iii ‘Intended start date’ refers to the date at which the post commences, not (necessarily) the time an offer is accepted. For 2016 CT1 posts this will normally be 3 August 2016, unless a different start date is specifically indicated in advance by the employing trust/LETB.

iv ‘Selection centre’ refers to a process, not a place. It involves a number of selection activities which may be delivered within the unit of application.

v Applicants are advised to visit the GMC website which gives details of evidence accepted for registration

vi Any time periods specified in this person specification refer to full-time-equivalent.

vii All experience in posts at any level in this specialty count, irrespective of the country the experience is gained

viii Applications will only be considered if applicants provide a Support for Reapplication to a Specialty Training Programme form, signed by both the Training Programme Director/Head of School and the Postgraduate Dean in the LETB/Deanery that the training took place. Extraordinary circumstances may be defined as a demonstrated change in circumstances, which can be shown on the ability to train at that time and may include severe personal illness or family caring responsibility incompatible with continuing to train. Completed forms must be submitted at the time of application. No other evidence will be accepted

ix Failure to satisfactorily complete an F2 programme once started should normally be addressed by returning to complete it. Extraordinary circumstances may be defined as a demonstrated change in circumstances which can be shown to impact on the ability to train at that time and may include severe personal illness or family caring responsibility incompatible with continuing to train as a F2 doctor, either through sickness absence, as a LTFT trainee or in a period out of programme.

Probity – professional integrity

Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality)

Capacity to take responsibility for own actions.

Application form, interview/selection centre, references

Commitment to specialty – learning and personal development

Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative)

Demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, the specialty

Commitment to personal and professional development

Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s)

Evidence of self-reflective practice.

Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty

Application form


References


ANAESTHETICS – CT2

ENTRY CRITERIA


Qualifications



Application form

Eligibility

Applicants must:


12 months’ experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences in the three years preceding the intended start date from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including:




Have evidence of achievement of CT1 competences in anaesthetics and intensive care medicine (including Initial Assessment of Competency) or equivalent demonstrated by:

Written statement from College Tutor or equivalent that these competences will be achieved by the expected commencement of post; or

Evidence of achieving these competences such as workplace based assessments of clinical performance, annual review of competence progression and appraisal/educational supervisor’s letter of confirmation

Application form



Application form

Fitness to practise



Language skills




If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidencev of language skills



Health



Career progression

Applicants must:

Be able to provide complete details of their employment history

Have evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances

Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training

At least 12 months’ experiencevi in Anaesthetics and/or Intensive Care Medicinevii (not including Foundation modules) by time of intended start date of which no more than 6 months is in ICM.


Application form




Application form

SELECTION CRITERIA


Qualifications

As above

Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent

Additional related qualifications, e.g. intercalated degree, BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent

Postgraduate qualifications achieved in other specialties

Primary FRCA MCQ exam or equivalent


Career Progression

As above Up to 2 years additional training/experience in related specialties at CT/ST 1/2 level, for example:

Surgery

Medicine

Emergency Medicine

Paediatrics

Obstetrics

Radiology

Less than 36 months experience in anaesthetics/ICM (at SHO/ST1/ST2 level) by the time of starting CT2 post

Evidence of appraisal or equivalent during CT1 level in anaesthetics




Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement


Ability to organise oneself and own work

Maintenance of a logbook of cases anaesthetised and practical procedures

Aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity

Successful completion of relevant skills course(s)

With reference to clinical experience, ability to undertake indirectly supervised lists and emergency care of ASA 1 and 2 patients for minor and intermediate surgical procedures

Knowledge and good understanding of Anaesthetics non-technical skills and their role in anaesthetic practice

High achievement awards obtained during undergraduate study


Academic skills










Teaching:




Application form


Personal skills














IT skills:


Other:


Application form


References
















Values:














Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty

Evidence of attendance at a clinical simulation centre

Affiliation to professional societies relevant to anaesthetics, ICM and pain management

Commitment to own progress in the specialty

Demonstrates self-learning approach to continued knowledge and skills acquisition

Active involvement with RCoA or equivalent

Demonstrates commitment to pursuing specialty training in the UoA applied for and an understanding of the NHS

Demonstrates an appreciation of the relationship between service and training in the NHS

Application form


References




iii ‘Intended start date’ refers to the date at which the post commences, not (necessarily) the time an offer is accepted. For 2016 CT2 posts this will normally be 3 August 2016, unless a different start date is specifically indicated in advance by the employing trust/LETB.







ANAESTHETICS – ST3

ENTRY CRITERIA


Qualifications



Success in Primary FRCA MCQ examination or equivalent by date of application

Success in Primary FRCA or equivalent by date of interview

Application form

Eligibility

Applicants must:


Have evidence of either:

Current employment in a UK Core Training Programme; or

24 months’ experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of core competences from a UK core training programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including:




Have evidence of achievement of CT2 competences in anaesthetics and intensive care medicine (including Initial Assessment of Competency) or equivalent demonstrated by:

Basic Level Training Certificate (BLTC). To be used if you have completed a UK Anaesthetics/ACCS Anaesthetics core training programme

Written statement from College Tutor that BLTC will be issued by the time of appointment, including evidence of satisfactory Annual Review of Competence Progression for CT1; or

Basic Level Equivalence form (BLE). To be used if you have not completed a UK core training programme but have all the required competencies.

Application form



Application form

Fitness to practise




Language skills




If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidencev of language skills.


Health



Career progression

Applicants must:

Be able to provide complete details of their employment history.

Have evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances.

Have evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training.

At least 24 months’ experiencevi in Anaesthetics and/or Intensive Care Medicinevii (not including Foundation modules) by time of intended start date of which no more than 6 months is in ICM.


Not already hold, nor be eligible to hold, a CCT/CESR in Anaesthetics and must not currently be eligible for the specialist register, or equivalent, for Anaesthetics in any other member state .

For those wishing to be considered for Dual Training posts (where available): Applicants who already possess a National Training Number in Intensive Care Medicine must not be beyond the end of ST5 in this initial specialty of appointment at the time of interview if they are intending to undertake a Dual CCTs Programme.

For those wishing to be considered for Locum Appointment for Training posts (where available): no more than 24 months experience in LAT posts in the specialty by intended start date.

Application form




Application form

SELECTION CRITERIA


Qualifications

As above

Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent

Intercalated BSc, BA, BMedSci or equivalent

Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD (where research thesis not part of first medical degree)

Postgraduate qualifications achieved in other specialties



Career Progression

As above Up to 2 years additional training/experience in related specialties at CT/ST 1/2 level, for example:

Surgery

Medicine

Emergency Medicine

Paediatrics

Obstetrics

Radiology

Less than 48 months experience in anaesthetics/ICM at the expected time of appointment



Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement


Ability to organise oneself and own work

Maintenance of a logbook of cases anaesthetised and practical procedures

Successful completion of relevant skills course(s)

With reference to clinical experience, ability to undertake indirectly supervised lists and emergency care of ASA 1 and 2 patients for minor and intermediate surgical procedures

Knowledge and good understanding of Anaesthetics non-technical skills and their role in anaesthetic practice


Academic skills





Evidence of active participation in audit in CT1 and CT2 or equivalent, relevant to Anaesthetics, ICM and/or pain medicine






Teaching:




Application form



Personal skills























Values:







IT skills:


Other:




Application form


References












Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to anaesthetics

Evidence of attendance at a clinical simulation centre

Affiliation to professional societies relevant to anaesthetics, ICM and pain management

Commitment to own progress in the specialty

Demonstrates self-learning approach to continued knowledge and skills acquisition

Active involvement with RCoA or equivalent

Demonstrates commitment to pursuing specialty training in the UoA applied for and an understanding of the NHS

Application form


References



iii ‘Intended start date’ refers to the date at which the post commences, not (necessarily) the time an offer is accepted. For 2016 ST3 posts this will normally be 3 August 2016, unless a different start date is specifically indicated in advance by the employing trust/LETB.






TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE The conditions of service are those laid down and amended from time to time by the Hospital and Medical & Dental Whitley Council.

TYPE OF CONTRACT

Fixed Term

GRADE AND SALARY

LAT CT1, CT2 & ST3 £ 30,605 to £ 48,123 per annum (pro rata) New Entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the minimum point of the salary scale, (dependent on qualifications and experience). Salary is paid monthly by Bank Credit Transfer.

HOURS OF DUTY

Full Time 40.00 There are various template rotas and shift patterns in place throughout all the board areas, they may attract a banding supplement which will reflect the average weekends and frequency of the out of hours periods. All rota's comply with European Working Time and New Deal regulations, the hours will vary between 40 and 48 hours of actual work.

SUPERANNUATION

New entrants to NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde who are aged sixteen but under seventy five will be enrolled automatically into membership of the NHS Pension Scheme. Should you choose to "opt out" arrangements can be made to do this via: www.sppa.gov.uk

REMOVAL EXPENSES

Assistance with removal and associated expenses may be given and would be discussed and agreed prior to appointment.

EXPENSES OF CANDIDATES FOR APPOINTMENT

Candidates who are requested to attend an interview will be given assistance with appropriate travelling expenses. Re-imbursement shall not normally be made to employees who withdraw their application or refuse an offer of appointment.

TOBACCO POLICY

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde operate a No Smoking Policy in all premises and grounds.

DISCLOSURE SCOTLAND

This post is considered to be in the category of “Regulated Work” and therefore requires a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) Membership.

CONFIRMATION OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) has a legal obligation to ensure that it’s employees, both EEA and non EEA nationals, are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. Before any person can commence employment within NHS GGC they will need to provide documentation to prove that they are eligible to work in the UK. Non EEA nationals will be required to show evidence that either Entry Clearance or Leave to Remain in the UK has been granted for the work which they are applying to do. Where an individual is subject to immigration control under not circumstances will they

be allowed to commence until the right to work in the UK has been verified. ALL applicants regardless of nationality must complete and return the Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in the UK Statement with their completed application form. You will be required provide appropriate documentation prior to any appointment being made.

REHABILITATION OF OFFENDERS ACT 1974

The rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 allows people who have been convicted of certain criminal offences to regard their convictions as “spent” after the lapse of a period of years. However, due to the nature of work for which you are applying this post is exempt from the provisions of Section 4 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Orders 1975 and 1986). Therefore, applicants are required to disclose information about convictions which for other purposes are “spent” under the provision of the act in the event of employment, failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. Any information given will be completely confidential.

DISABLED APPLICANTS

A disability or health problems does not preclude full consideration for the job and applications from people with disabilities are welcome. All information will be treated as confidential. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde guarantees to interview all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the post. You will note on our application form that we ask for relevant information with regard to your disability. This is simply to ensure that we can assist you, if you are called for interview, to have every opportunity to present your application in full. We may call you to discuss your needs in more detail if you are selected for interview.

GENERAL

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde operates flexible staffing arrangements whereby all appointments are to a grade within a department. The duties of an officer may be varied from an initial set of duties to any other set, which are commensurate with the grade of the officer. The enhanced experience resulting from this is considered to be in the best interest of both NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and the individual.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

The postholder will undertake their duties in strict accordance with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s Equal Opportunities Policy.

NOTICE

The employment is subject to one months’ notice on either side, subject to appeal against dismissal.

MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE

In terms of NHS Circular 1989 (PCS) 32 dealing with Medical Negligence the Health Board does not require you to subscribe to a Medical Defence Organisation. Health Board indemnity will cover only Health Board responsibilities. It may, however, be in your interest to subscribe to a defence organisation in order to ensure you are covered for any work, which does not fall within the scope of the indemnity scheme.

FURTHER INFORMATION

For further information on NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, please visit our website on www.show.scot.nhs.uk

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HOW TO APPLY

To apply for these posts please include your CV and names and addresses of 3 Referees, along with the following documents; (click on the hyperlinks to open)

Medical and Dental Application and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

Declaration Form Regarding Fitness to Practice

Immigration Questionnaire

Alternatively please visit www.nhsggc.org.uk/medicaljobs and click on the “How to Apply” tab to access application for and CV submission information.

RETURN OF APPLICATIONS

Please return your application by email to [email protected] or to the recruitment address below;

Medical and Dental Recruitment Team NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Recruitment Services, 2nd Floor West Glasgow ACHDalnair StreetGLASGOW G3 8SJ

CLOSING DATE

The closing Date will be Noon on 4th November 2016

INTERVIEW DATE

The interview date will be 30th November 2016

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