Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the medical team working in the Medical Assessment Unit (MAU) and Medical Same Day Emergency Care (mSDEC) at Royal Derby Hospital.

Aimed at middle grade doctors who want to gain further experience and confidence in acute medicine, these posts will provide an excellent opportunity to strengthen your clinical skills and to work closely with consultant physicians from various sub-specialties on the MAU/mSDEC.

Our reshaped services will provide the Clinical Fellows with a strong sense of teamwork, pride and opportunities for professional development. These posts are all at the interface between primary and secondary care, and require excellent communication skills.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will work the following shifts on MAU 08.00-16.00, 15.00-00.30, 20:30-08:30 Saturday and Sunday 08:00-21:00, 20:30-08:30 mSDEC 08:00-16:00, 11:00-19:00, 15:00-23:00.

You will support the nursing team, other middle grade doctors, junior medical staff and the Consultant Physician on MAU/mSDEC.

Applicants must have completed at least 4 years post-qualification experience either in the UK or abroad, and have experience in Acute Medicine/Medical specialities. In addition, candidates must have experience and confidence of NHS systems and practices (or equivalent) and must hold full MRCP qualification.

All applicants must have Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice at the time of submitting an application.

You will be employed on Local terms and conditions. The salary will mirror the NHS Doctors and Dentist in Training (England) 2016.

Job responsibilities

• Provision of medical care to the MAU/mSDEC and Acute Medicine services.
• Assessment and management of patients on MAU/mSDEC.
• Active participation in Clinical Governance, audit and teaching activities.
• Administrative tasks for the services.
• Keeping up to date with guidelines, protocols and clinical skills.
• Participating in CME and CPD.
• Participation in annual appraisal and job planning.
• Working flexibly across MAU and mSDEC.

Person Specification
Essential qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• Full MRCP UK.
• Basic Life Support.

Desirable qualifications

• Advanced Life Support certification.

Essential eligibility

• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice at time of submitting application.
• A minimum 4 years post qualification medical experience in the UK or abroad, including experience in Acute Medicine or Medical specialities.

Desirable eligibility

• Experience at middle grade level.
• 6 months experience in NHS hospitals (not including clinical attachments).

Essential clinical knowledge

• Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
• Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.
• Experience and confidence of NHS systems and practices (or equivalent).

Employer contact
Contact: Lucy Smith, Deputy General Manager, lucy.smith9@nhs.net, 013327087855

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Contract: Fixed term, 12 months
Reference number: 320-MDR-7890618-DKR-B

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome to apply. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Apply through our website.