Consultant in Emergency Medicine

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  • Wakefield
  • £109,725-145,478 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
Do you want to be part of a team where your voice really matters, and everyone is equal?Whether you are seeking your first post after completing training or you are an established consultant seeking a new challenge, we have your perfect role. We are a diverse group of Emergency Consultants with many special interests and new colleagues are actively supported to develop or expand their area of specialist interest through personalised, flexible job plans.These four posts form part of the expansion of our consultant workforce, with the aim of moving towards overnight cover. Successful applicants will join a team of over 30 ED Consultants, working a 24-week whole time equivalent rota to provide senior medical staff presence on site from 08:00 to 00:00, including weekend working on a one-in-eight basis.The team works equally across 2 sites, with Pinderfields Hospital being our Major Emergency Department and designated Major Trauma Unit. Both Dewsbury and Pinderfields have 24/7 separate dedicated childrens EDs.Main duties of the jobProviding high quality care to patients attending the Emergency DepartmentEnsuring that all patients receive rapid assessment, treatment and clinical decision making supporting the sustained delivery of the Emergency Care StandardProviding clinical leadership and supervision to other clinicians working within the Emergency Dept.Participating in the development of the Trusts Emergency Medicine service including QIPS, protocols and guidelinesDeveloping and maintaining collaborative relationships with clinicians both internally and externallyProviding and delivering educational opportunities at undergraduate and postgraduate levelNew consultant positions typically will take part in on-call duties which are currently shared within the team on a 24-week rolling rota with 3:24 weekend working, category A basisAdministrative duties, for which appropriate office space, secretarial support, and networked computer facilities, are provided.About usWere proud that our workforce - our greatest asset - strives for excellence every day in providing care and support to thousands of people living across Wakefield and North Kirklees. Mid-Yorkshire celebrates excellence and innovation. We have modern, state-of-the-art facilities and provide first class learning and development opportunities. We have recently achieved Teaching Trust status. Mid-Yorks is transforming whilst keeping grounded in our values to care and improve, respecting our patients, our community and our staff, to deliver the highest standards of care.The Emergency Departments sit within the Acute Care Division alongside the medical same day emergency care and acute assessment units as well as having representation from patient flow, EPRR and an urgent treatment centre. Through collaboration and support from specialty services the Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust supports our Emergency Departments to focus on Emergency conditions and pathways are in place to redirect patients for more appropriate management.DetailsDate posted15 August 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£109,725 to £145,478 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference numberC9377-ACD009CMEDJob locationsPinderfields HospitalAberford RoadWakefieldWest YorkshireWF14DGJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThis post is offered on a full time, 10 PA basis.Duties will be based primarily on our Wakefield (Pinderfields) and Dewsbury sites although all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on both sites.The main duties of the post will include:Providing high quality care to patients attending the Emergency DepartmentEnsuring that all patients receive rapid assessment, treatment and clinical decision making supporting the sustained delivery of the Emergency Care StandardProviding clinical leadership and supervision to other clinicians working within the Emergency Dept.Participating in the development of the Trusts Emergency Medicine service including QIPS, protocols and guidelinesDeveloping and maintaining collaborative relationships with clinicians both internally and externallyProviding and delivering educational opportunities at undergraduate and postgraduate levelNew consultant positions typically will take part in on-call duties which are currently shared within the team on a 24-week rolling rota with 3:24 weekend working, category A basisAdministrative duties, for which appropriate office space, secretarial support, and networked computer facilities, are provided.Supporting Professional Activities with 1.5 SPA included in the core 10PA timetable (prorated). Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the service, such as teaching, educational supervision or departmental leadership roles. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThis post is offered on a full time, 10 PA basis.Duties will be based primarily on our Wakefield (Pinderfields) and Dewsbury sites although all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on both sites.The main duties of the post will include:Providing high quality care to patients attending the Emergency DepartmentEnsuring that all patients receive rapid assessment, treatment and clinical decision making supporting the sustained delivery of the Emergency Care StandardProviding clinical leadership and supervision to other clinicians working within the Emergency Dept.Participating in the development of the Trusts Emergency Medicine service including QIPS, protocols and guidelinesDeveloping and maintaining collaborative relationships with clinicians both internally and externallyProviding and delivering educational opportunities at undergraduate and postgraduate levelNew consultant positions typically will take part in on-call duties which are currently shared within the team on a 24-week rolling rota with 3:24 weekend working, category A basisAdministrative duties, for which appropriate office space, secretarial support, and networked computer facilities, are provided.Supporting Professional Activities with 1.5 SPA included in the core 10PA timetable (prorated). Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the service, such as teaching, educational supervision or departmental leadership roles.Person SpecificationGMC RegistrationEssential
  • Please state full GMC number
  • Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
  • Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Emergency Medicine or recognised within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
Management SkillsEssential
  • Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
  • Good time management.
Desirable
  • Possess good organisational and personal management skills
ExperienceDesirable
  • Computer literate
  • Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
QualificationsEssential
  • Medical Degree from recognised medical school
  • FRCEM
  • Awarded a CCT in Emergency Medicine or equivalent or within 6 months of entry to the GMC Specialist Register
  • Provider status in ATLS/ALS and APLS (or EPLS)
  • Royal College of Emergency Medicine Level 1 Ultrasound competency
Desirable
  • Instructor status in any ATLS/ALS /APLS (or EPLS)
  • Dual accreditation in ITU/PHEM
Person SpecificationGMC RegistrationEssential
  • Please state full GMC number
  • Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
  • Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Emergency Medicine or recognised within 6 months of obtaining CCT (or CESR / equivalent)
Management SkillsEssential
  • Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.
  • Good time management.
Desirable
  • Possess good organisational and personal management skills
ExperienceDesirable
  • Computer literate
  • Specific educational interests and evidence of educational ideas or project work.
QualificationsEssential
  • Medical Degree from recognised medical school
  • FRCEM
  • Awarded a CCT in Emergency Medicine or equivalent or within 6 months of entry to the GMC Specialist Register
  • Provider status in ATLS/ALS and APLS (or EPLS)
  • Royal College of Emergency Medicine Level 1 Ultrasound competency
Desirable
  • Instructor status in any ATLS/ALS /APLS (or EPLS)
  • Dual accreditation in ITU/PHEM

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