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STR LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR TRAINING (LAT)/ CLINICAL FELLOW/LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR SERVICE (LAS) CORE MEDICAL TRAINING WEST OF SCOTLAND INFORMATION PACK REF: 37497D CLOSING DATE: NOON ON 29TH MAY 2015 www.nhsggc.org.uk/medicaljobs

As you may be aware, the new South Glasgow University Hospital and new Royal Hospital for Sick Children are due to open on the current Southern site early in 2015. With this in mind, please note that positions based within the Victoria Infirmary, Mansionhouse Unit, the Western Infirmary and the current Royal Hospital for Sick Children at Yorkhill will change location and move to the new hospitals. Gartnavel General Hospital and Glasgow Royal Infirmary will also have some services affected by moves to the new Hospitals. These changes mean your base may change after joining us and you will be informed as soon as possible prior to any change of base. SUMMARY INFORMATION POST: STR LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR TRAINING (LAT)/ CLINICAL FELLOW/LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR SERVICE (LAS) CORE MEDICAL TRAINING BASE: WEST OF SCOTLAND Available from the 5th August 2015. These posts are available at CT1 and CT2 equivalent grade within the West of Scotland, providing experience across a range of medical specialities, and may provide acute cover via Hospital at Night rotas. Person specifications for the varying levels are available below. These posts hold Educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean. If appointed as a Clinical Fellow or LAS the post will not be recognised for training. To practice medicine in the UK you need to hold both GMC registration and a licence to practise.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 2015

CORE MEDICAL TRAINING - 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 centre

iv


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 evidence

v 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

Have no more than 18 months’ experiencevi in medical specialties

vii (not including Foundation

modules) by time of intended start date.

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

viii

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 MRCP (UK) Part 1

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


, 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

Application form, interview/selection centre, References

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

Teaching:

Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching

Evidence of feedback for teaching

Application form



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

Values:

Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution

x (e.g. everyone

counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; compassion)

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

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

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 2015 CT1 posts this will

normally be 5 August 2015, 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 The list of 30 ‘physicianly medical specialties’, as defined by JRCPTB, can be viewed on their website at: http://www.jrcptb.org.uk/trainingandcert/ST3-

SpR/Pages/Introduction.aspx

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.

x The NHS Constitution - the NHS belongs to us all 26 March, 2013

http://www.nhs.uk/choiceintheNHS/Rightsandpledges/NHSConstitution/Documents/2013/the-nhs-constitution-for-england-2013.pdf, accessed August 13,

2014

http://www.jrcptb.org.uk/trainingandcert/ST3-SpR/Pages/Introduction.aspx


http://www.nhs.uk/choiceintheNHS/Rightsandpledges/NHSConstitution/Documents/2013/the-nhs-constitution-for-england-2013.pdf


CORE MEDICAL TRAINING – CT2

ENTRY CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA WHEN EVALUATEDi

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCP (UK) Part 1 at time of appointmentii

Application form

Eligibility

Applicants must:

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

dateiv

Have evidence of achievement of foundation competences 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.

Evidence of achievement of CMT CT1 competences by time of appointment

Be eligible to work in the UK

Application form


v


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 evidence

vi 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

Have at least 12 months’ experiencevii

in medical specialtiesviii

(not including Foundation modules) as

defined by the JRCPTBix by time of appointment

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

x

Application form


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 MRCP (UK)

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


, 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

Some CMT CT2 competences Application form, interview/selection centre, References

Academic 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

Teaching:

Evidence of interest in, and experience of, teaching

Evidence of feedback for teaching

Application form



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

Values:

Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution

xi (e.g. everyone

counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; compassion)

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

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

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

ii ‘Time of appointment’ refers to the date at which the post commences, not (necessarily) the time an offer is accepted.

iii 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.

iv ‘Intended start date’ refers to the date at which the post commences, not (necessarily) the time an offer is accepted.

v ‘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.

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

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

viii The list of 30 ‘physicianly medical specialties’, as defined by JRCPTB, can be viewed on their website at: http://www.jrcptb.org.uk/trainingandcert/ST3-


ix The list of 30 ‘physicianly medical specialties’, as defined by JRCPTB, can be viewed on their website at: http://www.jrcptb.org.uk/trainingandcert/ST3-


x 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.

xi The NHS Constitution - the NHS belongs to us all 26 March, 2013

http://www.nhs.uk/choiceintheNHS/Rightsandpledges/NHSConstitution/Documents/2013/the-nhs-constitution-for-england-2013.pdf, accessed August 13,

2014





http://www.nhs.uk/choiceintheNHS/Rightsandpledges/NHSConstitution/Documents/2013/the-nhs-constitution-for-england-2013.pdf

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

Locum Appointment for Training StR (LAT)/Clinical Fellow/Locum Appointment for Service (LAS) If appointed as an StR LAT the salary range will be £30,605 to £48,123 per annum (pro rata) If appointed as a clinical Fellow/LAS the salary range will be £30,605 to £40,491 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

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 View all our vacancies at www.nhsggc.org.uk/medicaljobs Subscribe to our Medical Jobs Vacancy Bulletin Click Here Register for Text Alerts for medical vacancies – email your mobile number and the grade and specialty you are interested in to [email protected] Applicants wishing further information about the post are invited to contact Stephen Glen on 0141 223 1504 or email [email protected] with whom visiting arrangements can also be made. 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 marked for the attention of Faye Henry Faye Henry Medical and Dental Recruitment Team NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Recruitment Services, 1st Floor Modular Building, Gartnavel Royal Hospital 1055 Great Western Road GLASGOW G12 0XH CLOSING DATE The closing Date will be noon on the 29 May 2014 INTERVIEW DATE The interview date will be 10th June 2015

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