Job Description

East Cheshire NHS Trust is looking to recruit Bank Senior (Tier 4) Doctors in our Emergency Department to enhance our already successful Medical Staff Bank.



Applications are welcomed from doctors to work on an ad-hoc basis to help provide consistent, high level patient care and to assist with the continuity of care that the Trust provides.



As this is 'Bank' work, it is on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours, however it does offer doctors increased flexibility by selecting shifts to work around your lifestyle.



Please note, you must have a minimum of 12 months at Tier 4 level working (ie ST4+) NHS/UK experience in order to proceed with joining our Bank.



Due to the terms of a Bank contract, we are unable to meet the UKVI Skilled Worked criteria and therefore unable to provide sponsorship for Visa purposes



Bank rates are subject to change (hourly rate inclusive of 12.5% annual leave payment)



ST4-ST6 & Specialty Doctor/SAS 80 ( Social ) 90 (Unsocial)



We are looking to recruit suitably qualified doctors to work across ST4-ST6 grades for work ranging from a single shift to an extended post, with evening, weekend and on-call shifts available. Full Registration with the GMC is required, as well as having achieving the appropriate level of competencies to carry out the role you have been employed to do. Duties within the shifts which you are booked to fulfil are:



To liaise between nurses, other clinicians, patients, relatives in order to support safe care

To attend and participate in board rounds, ward rounds & other related daily unit activities

To provide appropriate workplace supervision to junior ED staff as & when needed as requested

To lead the shopfloor as clinician in charge on night shifts with a consultant on call from home

To maintain high standards of professionalism, especially in relation to documentation

To arrive on time for the shift & be available for work from the arranged start time

To co-operate with the workforce deployment team in relation to administration of the shift



Qualifications and skills



MBChB or equivalent

MRCEM (FRCEM desirable)

Up to date ALS/ATLS/APLS or equivalents

Clinical & Procedural skills in keeping with RCEM ST4 level portfolio requirements



It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.



Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.



Please download a copy of the and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.



Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.



As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.



We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).