Consultant in Emergency Medicine

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Oxford is seeking a qualified Emergency Medicine consultant to enhance patient care and participate in teaching and governance. This role includes working across specialities in emergency pathways, contributing to high-quality clinical training for students and junior doctors. Ideal candidates will hold full GMC registration, have completed a recognised training programme, and possess relevant emergency medicine qualifications. The position demands flexibility to work 24/7 on-call commitments.

Qualifications

• Complete a recognised training programme in emergency medicine.
• Able to see the full spectrum of patients of any age presenting to Emergency Department.
• Participate in systems to improve patient care.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to tailored patient care across specialised pathways.
• Participate in teaching clinical students and training junior doctors.
• Undertake administrative duties and participate in clinical governance activities.

Skills

Emergency Medicine competencies

Teaching skills

Clinical Governance participation

Education

Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice

CCT in Emergency Medicine

Fellowship of College Emergency Medicine or equivalence

Job description

Clinical Excellence

Contribute to tailored patient care across specialised pathways like hyper-acute stroke, acute myocardial infarction, and major trauma, ensuring top-tier care locally.

Teaching & Research

Participate in teaching clinical students, training junior doctors, and engaging in research initiatives integral to everyday clinical activities.

Workforce Alignment

Collaborate in aligning the workforce with patient needs, evolving consultant rota patterns, including the introduction of consultant night shifts, guided by comprehensive departmental approaches.

Continuous Development

Maintain up-to-date knowledge through professional development activities, ensuring adherence to Trust policies and procedures.

Management & Governance

Undertake administrative duties, participate in clinical governance activities, and contribute to risk management, quality improvement, and infection control measures.

Qualifications

Complete a recognised training programme in emergency medicine
Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
CCT in Emergency Medicine, OR within six months of achieving CCT at time of interview
Fellowship of College Emergency Medicine or equivalence
ALS / ATLS / PALS or APLS provider

Desirable criteria

Subspecialty or Dual specialty accreditation
Postgraduate Degree, Diploma or Certificate in a relevant area

Clinical Experience

Essential criteria
Able to see the full spectrum of patients of any age presenting to Emergency Department
Able to act as a Trauma Team Leader at a Major Trauma Centre
Accredited Level 1 EM Ultrasound competencies

Desirable criteria

Accredited Level 2 EM Ultrasound competencies
Experience working as a Consultant in EM
Fellowship experience in: Acute Medicine, Intensive Care, Major Trauma, Geriatric Medicine, Paediatric Emergency Medicine or Prehospital Care

Clinical Governance

Essential criteria
Participate in the systems and processes put in place by organisations to protect and improve patient care

Desirable criteria

Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) Training, Ability and experience to teach Emergency Medicine at undergraduate and postgraduate level, Generic Instructor Training (or similar)
Royal College Examiner
Registered Educational Supervisor with the GMC, Evidence of regular engagement with the delivery of research, audit, quality and/or service improvement
Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate

Desirable criteria

Book or Peer reviewed journal publications
Presentations at National or International Conferences & events
Higher Research Degree (MSc, MD, DPhil/PhD or equivalent)
Experience in designing/leading research and QI projects, Ability to provide clinical role modelling and clinical leadership
Engagement with, and understanding of Key Performance Indicators

Desirable criteria

Line management and/or Leadership position experience
RCEM EMLeader modules completion, Satisfactory Immigration Status
Satisfactory Health Clearance
Enhanced CRB Disclosure Check
Ability to fulfil all duties of post, including on-call commitments and travel to meet the requirements of the post.
Able to work on a 24/7 rota which requires onsite working when rostered, You must have appropriate UK professional registration.