Consultant Intensivist

NHS; Wrexham; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BCUHB in North Wales is inviting applications for a Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine to join the Wrexham Critical Care Unit. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, deliver consultant-led care, participate in on-call rotas and contribute to teaching, research and clinical governance to improve patient outcomes.

We are seeking GMC Specialist Registration in ICM with Stage 3 training, including experience across a mixed Level 2/3 unit.

Qualifications

• Stage 3 training in Critical Care Medicine (ICM)
• Stage 3 training in Anaesthesia or another recognised second specialty
• Able to work independently in a 12-bed Level 2/3 ICU
• Competence in standard ICU procedures (intubation, lines, bronchoscopy, POCUS)
• Experience with diverse case mix (GI, colorectal, urology, trauma, obstetrics)
• Experience in NHS governance and national audits

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-led Intensive Care Medicine services.
• Participate in ICU consultant on-call rota (1:10, non-resident).
• Undertake anaesthetic or second-specialty clinical sessions as agreed.
• Supervise and teach trainees and specialty doctors.
• Support Stage 1–3 ICM training and participate in regional teaching programs.

Skills

Stage 3 training

ICU leadership

ICU procedures

Critical care experience

Education

GMC ICM registration

FFICM/FRCA

MRCP/MD/PhD

POCUS

FICM/RCoA

Job description

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job overview

"Welcome to Wrexham's Critical Care Unit,
We are a collaborative and supportive team of Consultants, Speciality Doctors, Specialists, Doctors in Training, ACCPs and Nurses, working closely together as a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
We have a strong culture of learning, development and innovation. We have invested significantly in our ACCP programme, training pathways and research portfolio, and are keen to welcome someone who wants to develop their own practice while contributing to the continued growth of our service.
We pride ourselves on being a friendly, approachable department where people work together, support each other and enjoy being part of the team.
Informal visits are very welcome, and we'd be delighted to meet you and show you around Wrexham Critical Care."

Dr Andy Campbell, Clinical Lead, College Tutor ICM

Main duties of the job

• Provide consultant-led Intensive Care Medicine services.
• Participate in the ICU consultant on-call rota (1:10, non-resident).
• Undertake anaesthetic or agreed second-specialty clinical sessions.
• Supervise and teach trainees and specialty doctors.
• Support Stage 1, 2 and 3 ICM training.
• Participate in departmental and regional teaching programmes
• Participate in clinical governance activities.
• Undertake quality improvement projects.
• Participate in clinical audit.
• Contribute to risk management processes.
• Support national audit programmes such as ICNARC and CCMDS.

Working for our organisation

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales’s largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of communityhospitals, healthcentres, clinics, and mental health units. It alsoco-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.

Person specification

Qualifications and Memberships

• Full GMC Specialist Registration in ICM (dual with Anaesthesia preferred; dual with another specialty or single CCT in ICM considered) or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. CESR applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of application
• FFICM and/or FRCA (or equivalent)
• Additional degree (MRCP, MD, PhD, MSc)
• POCUS accreditation (FUSIC, EDEC, BSE)
• Membership of FICM and/or RCoA
• Member of a medical indemnity organisation (recommended)
• Postgraduate prizes or distinctions

Clinical Skills

• Stage 3 training/SIA in Critical Care Medicine relevant to the post
• Stage 3 training in Anaesthesia or a recognised second specialty
• Able to work independently in a 12-bed mixed Level 2 and 3 unit
• Competence in standard ICU procedures (intubation, lines, bronchoscopy, POCUS)
• Experience in relevant case mix (Upper GI, colorectal, urology, trauma, obstetrics)
• Clinical experience outside anaesthesia/ICM
• Previous experience of working within the NHS and familiarity with UK clinical governance and healthcare systems

Leadership, Management and Quality Improvement

• Leadership appropriate to a multidisciplinary critical care team
• Evidence of engagement with QI or service development
• Willingness to take a GPICSv3-defined leadership role (agreed at job planning)
• Demonstrable track record in QI, service redesign, or patient safety
• Evidence of formal departmental or divisional management
• Participation in a national management or leadership programme

Teaching and Training

• Evidence of achieving GMC standards as a clinical supervisor
• Active participation in teaching medical staff and allied health professionals
• Willingness to support Stage 1, 2, and 3 ICM training (unit accredited for all)
• GMC standards as an educational supervisor
• Regional or national involvement in training or examinations

Research and Audit

• Active engagement with clinical audit and evidence-based practice
• Regular, relevant CPD with evidence of reflective practice
• Commitment to national audit (ICNARC, CCMDS)
• Experience with clinical research or national trials
• Evidence of implementing change to improve patient care
• Publications or presentations at regional or national level

Additional Requirements

• Aligns own values with those of the Health Board
• Clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to attend within 30 minutes of an emergency call-out
• Ability to travel to meet the needs of the service
• Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn the Welsh language

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.