Job summary
We are looking to appoint to Whole-Time Consultant in Infectious Diseases & Tropical Medicine to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This post is fixed term for 9 Months.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues be responsible for the provision of Infectious Disease Care
- The appointee will, together with Consultant and SAS doctor colleagues, be responsible for providing Infectious Diseases Services to enable the trust to fulfil its service agreements to the Commissioners.
- The appointee will be expected to take part in weekly 4- hour general ID / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ME, Rapid Access, and OPAT clinics and ensure that all associated administration work is undertaken and completed in a timely manner, in cooperation with ID consultant and SAS doctor colleagues.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
COVID-19 Vaccination Information: COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at https://sheffieldhospitalscoronavirus.co.uk/vaccine.html where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination. There is a current government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise.
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview.
- If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
Desirable
- Higher medical or biomedical degree (MD or PhD, Dip HIV Med)
Clinical experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in Infectious Diseases and either General Internal Medicine or Microbiology.
- Ability to provide an expert opinion in Infectious Diseases.
- Demonstrable competence in General Internal Medicine or Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
- Ability to practice Evidence Based Medicine.
- Ability to work as an independent practitioner in the specialty covered by the post.
Desirable
- Experience of delivering and developing specialised ID services.
- Ability to set up or develop a specialist service.
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
- Achievement in research related to General Internal Medicine or Microbiology and/or Infectious Diseases.
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Essential
- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good oral and written communications skills
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit
Desirable
- Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Hallamshire Hospital
Sheffield
S10 2JF