Total 149 job vacancies by University Hospitals of Leicester

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


Locum ENT Consultant with Specialist interest in Rhinology/Sinus surgery



Applications are invited for the above post to join our ENT team. This is a New post. The appointee will join the existing 14 consultants. An on call commitment will be required.



We’re one of the largest and busiest teaching Trusts in England. Our three hospitals - the Glenfield, General and the Royal Infirmary – were joined together in 2000. We employ over 10,000 staff to treat a diverse population of nearly one million people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, as well as a further two to three million people from neighbouring counties. We are fully committed to Continuing Medical Education for consultants.



High quality specialist care particularly in cancer, renal and cardiac services has gained us a national and international reputation. We are at the forefront of many research programmes and new surgical procedures, such as keyhole heart valve surgery and our research into diabetes, genetics and cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. We also play a vital role in teaching the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, by working closely with local universities.

Principal Elements of the post will be:-

· To Supervise and train junior medical staff

· At LRI we have shared responsibility for beds on wards 9, Day ward, the Kinmonth Unit and paediatric wards

- At LGH we have shared responsibility for beds on Medical Day Case Unit

· Clinical sessions as laid out in the job plan

· Teaching, research and administration.

· Develop the service along with the other ENT Consultants at UHL.

· To take part in the adult & paediatric on call rota, 1:8 frequency.

Other Duties:-

The successful candidate will be required to undertake managerial duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of their Clinical Department.

As this post is regulated by the Protection of Children Act 1999, The Criminal Justice Courts Act 2000 and the Care Standards Act 2000 an enhanced police criminal records disclosure will be requested by the Trust in the event of a successful application.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Adult ENT patients at LRI are managed on Ward 9 which is a 18 bedded mixed adult ward shared with plastic surgery and maxillofacial surgery. The Kinmonth Unit provides high dependency care for airway patients and patients undergoing head and neck surgery. We also have an Adult Surgical Dayward located on Balmoral Level 2 adjacent to the theatres.

The department of ENT is an extremely busy one, providing a combination of 35 inpatient and day case operating lists with dedicated paediatric theatres. These are all run through the central operating department and Surgical Day Ward.

Our outpatient department is a dedicated ENT department supported by audiology currently based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary with plans to expand into the Elective Care HUB at the Leicester General Hospital at the end of the year. The outpatients department provides accommodation for the medical staff in fully equipped individual consulting rooms.

The East Midlands Planned Care Centre (EMPCC) at the Leicester General Hospital will consist of two theatres, 21 recovery beds (4 first stage & 17 second stage) and 12 post operative recovery beds with a Medical Day Case Unit consisting of 18 medical daycase treatment areas. There will be an outpatients department which has 14 outpatient clinic rooms, 4 procedures rooms & 6 recovery beds. ENT will have access to 1 all-day extended theatre list 3 times a week, 2 clinic rooms 6 days a week and an audiology booth.

ENT also support community clinics, which are currently run in Loughborough, Melton Mowbray, Oakham, Market Harborough, Hinckley and Coalville.

ENT support a busy Childrens and Adults Emergency department.

For further information and for an informal discussion interested applicants are encouraged to contact Mr T Valsamakis, Consultant ENT Surgeon/ Head of Service on 0116 258 5643 or 0116 258 5191.


This advert closes on Monday 2 Dec 2024

Locum Consultant in HPB Surgery

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding consultant surgeon colleague to join our team of HPB Consultant Surgeons based at Leicester Glenfield Hospital. We are looking to appoint one fixed term (12 months) post, with a view to a permanent role.

Leicester has a large thriving HPB department which covers a catchment area of over 2 million. The unit undertakes over 80 pancreatic surgeries annually and over 120 liver resections. Leicester has a thriving research and teaching record. The unit work closely as a team delivering the best possible care for their patients. The Leicester HPB department also hosts the largest ERCP department in England undertaking over 1000 ERCPs annually. Leicester is also one of only 4 national centers who have been commissioned to undertake TPIAT (Total pancreatectomy and isletautotransplantation) for patients with chronic pancreatitis.

This posts will principally be based at the Glenfield Hospital, although travel to other sites in Leicester and to the Alliance peripheral hospitals will be required on occasion.



PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS OF THE POST
• Responsible for the management of outpatient, day surgery and in-patients
• To lead ward rounds, outpatients and theatre activity
• Perform HPB surgical procedures including cholecystectomy and cancer resection
• Outpatient review of patients and assessment of new referrals to the department.
• To undertake diagnostic testing
• To take part on the one-in-8 consultant on-call rota
• To participate in a management role at an appropriate point
• To contribute to the strategic planning and service development of the HPB department

As one of the very largest NHS Trusts in the country, our contribution to our communities goes way beyond direct health; we are the largest employer in our region, we educate and train the staff of the future, we push research boundaries and with our £1bn turnover we are an economic engine for the wider East Midlands and beyond.

This is particularly exciting time for Leicester’s Hospitals. Flagship projects include a new Children’s Hospital, a new Maternity Hospital, a new Treatment Centre and two new Intensive Care Units. Equally importantly, we are going “paperless”, with a £12m investment in our NerveCentre computer system to help our team deliver world class care.

We want to continue to improve everything that we do, so that we can achieve our Vision: Caring at its best for every patient, every time. Our Quality Strategy,“Becoming the Best”,describes how we are doing that in a determined, targeted and systematic way, with our staff the champions of change and our patients not just beneficiaries but partners.
• To provide Consultant HPB services at the University Hospitals of Leicester, covering major liver and pancreatic resection and supporting the NET service (including the NET MDT)
• To ensure the provision of good standards of practice and care, as prescribed in GMC Guidance ‘Duties of a Doctor’, at all times; and ensuring that bad practice is reported, as appropriate.
• To ensure that clinical practice is both effective and efficient and that appropriate monitoring of clinical care takes place.
• To co-operate in ensuring that services deliver national targets and the local agenda and that the contract is achieved within budget.
• The Consultant has a continuing responsibility for the care of the patients in their charge and for the proper organization and functioning of their clinical practice. To achieve this, the post holder will liaise closely with other specialties, departments and outside agencies in contributing to the objectives of the department, CMG & Trust.
• To take responsibility for ensuring that critical clinical incidents, as defined in the Trust’s ‘Critical Incident Policy’, are reported either to the Head of Service or Clinical Director or the Medical Director in a timely manner.
• To actively participate in audit
• To participate in yearly appraisal and the job planning process.
• To undertake Mandatory & Statutory training as determined by the Trust and Clinical Business Unit
• To provide educational supervision


This advert closes on Sunday 15 Dec 2024

The Hinckley Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) will be a brand-new purpose-built two floor health facility situated in the heart of Hinckley. The CDC will operate 7 days a week and will offer an extensive set of diagnostic services including imaging, cardio-respiratory, audiology, phlebotomy and endoscopy to meet the healthcare needs of the local population of Hinckley and its surrounding areas. Join us in our search for passionate and enthusiastic individuals as exciting opportunities and roles await at our new CDC

Discover your potential: Join Our dynamic Hinckley CDC team Today!

The CDC will offer a multi - professional approach providing the right care in right place by a skilled and expert team.

It will focus on the provision of high volume, low complexity care across a range of specialities , promising increased access to healthcare services improving overall experience, increased staff wellbeing, training and development opportunities.

This is a role for a Trainee Senior Respiratory Physiologist, who has the knowledge and experience to work independently and to support the ongoing training needs of the wider cardio-respiratory team

They will work as part of a designated clinical team, delivering health care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient, as well as acting as a work-based supervisor and trainer for the newly appointed Trainee Associate Cardio-Respiratory Practitioners

Band 5/6 dependent of experience

We require a dedicated and enthusiastic workforce committed to leading the way in innovative healthcare. We are assembling a highly motivated team of the very best professionals. If you have got the right expertise, passion and personality with ambition to work differently to transform elective care we welcome your application.

The candidate will be trained in performing and interpreting;
• Full pulmonary function tests with administration of bronchodilator therapy where indicated

And be willing if the opportunity allows to perform (and interpret) more complex respiratory/sleep investigations such as;
• Cardio-Respiratory Exercise Tests (CPETS)
• Bronchial challenge tests
• Blood gas analysis
• Sleep studies
• CPAP therapy

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
• To be actively involved with the maintenance and quality control (QC) of all equipment used in the respiratory function testing areas.
• To ensure all equipment and resources are maintained to regulated standards and adhere to both health and safety and infection control policies.
• To adhere to professional codes of practice and perform the role to national and local standards.
• To promote regular quality assurance (QA).
• To evaluate and develop clinical practice within a specialty ensuring compliance with national and local guidelines and frameworks.
• To have an in-depth knowledge of specialist equipment operation and to use it to its maximum capability.
• To actively develop service standards including implementation of National Service Framework / NICE guidelines
• To promote evidence based practice and clinical effectiveness utilising local and national standards of practice and guideline
• Comply and be aware of all aspects of the Clinical Governance agenda e.g. Risk, audit, evidence based practice (EBP), patient involvement.
• Facilitate a culture of quality, continuous innovation, improvement and productivity within the specialty
• To have a sound and current theoretical knowledge base and keep up to date with all current developments associated with the specialty and profession.
• To collaborate with the Team Leaders and Head of Department in identifying opportunities for service development.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Nov 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


Applications are invited for a clinical research fellow post, which offers an opportunity to undertake high quality translational clinical research in cardiac electrophysiology and devices linked primarily to AF ablation. The main project will assess the efficacy and effectiveness of high-power, short-duration approach in radiofrequency ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF). The post will also include other AF research projects.

This is a 12 month fixed term post with the potential for an extension for a further 12 months.

It is anticipated that the fellow will work under the direct supervision of consultant cardiac electrophysiologists in the department with direct supervision of Dr Hao Chin.

The applicant will be encouraged to develop towards an MD/PhD thesis. In addition, the post-holder will gain experience in the management of patients with complex arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation and cardiac devices.

The post is based within the Department of Cardiology at Glenfield Hospital and is intended to provide comprehensive training in invasive and non-invasive arrhythmia management for individuals intending to pursue a career as a cardiac electrophysiologist. Applicants are expected to have had substantial training in general cardiology and be in possession of an NTN or equivalent. In addition, applicants are expected to have a sound base of experience in device therapy for brady and tachycardia treatments. In addition basic experience in diagnostic electrophysiology is required and a clear interest and motivation to develop high-level electrophysiology and/or devices skills/experience. Successful candidates will also be encouraged to participate in research activities of the department during their fellowship, as there is good access of established academic support and expertise.

The fellow will be expected to participate in 1- 2 outpatient clinics / week within the electrophysiology service and attendance at 2-3 electrophysiology or devices lists a week is anticipated where training will be given in cardiac devices and EP with focus on AF ablations

Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

It is anticipated that the fellow will work under the direct supervision of consultant cardiac electrophysiologists in the department with direct supervision of Dr Hao Chin. Working and training with other EP and devices consultants will be accessible.

It is expected that the successful applicant will be exposed to some to EP interventions as well as comprehensive management of patients with arrhythmic conditions in out-patient and in-patient settings. The majority of the week will be spent in research activity. There will be no regular ward commitment. The fellow will be expect to do 1- 2 out-patient clinics per week. The opportunity to join the registrar on-call rota may be available, but is not mandatory. There is ample opportunity to participate in the management of arrhythmia patients at device clinics and whilst this is not the focus of the fellowship, access is available to invasive electrophysiology activities.



A specimen timetable is shown below:



Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

AM

Research



Admin

Lab

Lab

MDT/Clinic

PM

Research



Clinic

Lab

Lab

Research



On-call / Emergency Duty Rota

There is no mandatory commitment to the out of hours SpR rota, but there may be an opportunity to do this should a rota slot become available.



Teaching.

The applicant will be expected to attend regular educational and MDT meetings where the management of patients with arrhythmias and devices are discussed.

Attendance is also expected at the bi-monthly afternoon audit meeting. Opportunities to participate in lectures and tutorials for other medical and non-medical groups will be available. The applicant will participate in the general training and supervision of the SHOs and other junior medical staff in cardiology and in the teaching of medical students and physiological measurements technicians.
• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
• MB BS or Equivalent
• Current or Eligible for full GMC Registration
• Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Respiratory Medicine.
• MRCP or Equivalent
• Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology
• Clear, fluent application
• Clear, fluent written presentation.
• Clear, fluent verbal presentation
• Experience in medical audit
• Commitment to medical audit.
• Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
• Understanding the place of Research
• Management of Junior Staff.
• Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
• Commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates


This advert closes on Friday 22 Nov 2024

JOB TITLE:Junior Pharmacist (with on-call) (Band 6-7 progression post)

BAND: Band 6 (£37,338 - £44,962 per annum)

BASE: Rotational post working across all sites - travel between UHL hospital sites will be required

On-call:Glenfield, Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospital

HOURS: 37.5 hours (over reference period)

REPORTS TO: Nominated Senior Pharmacist

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Chief Pharmacist


This is a really exciting time to join University Hospitals of Leicester and the pharmacy department in particular. You can expect benefits including:

• Full training and support including for those moving from other sectors, returning to practice and international candidates.
• Equivalent of 1 day per month protected development time (pro rata for part time staff).
• Working with, and learning from, a diverse and forward thinking pharmacy team; we currently have 5 Consultant Pharmacist and 5 Advanced Pharmacist Practitioners, and are seeking to grow this further in the future.
• Flexible working options and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Access to UHL staff benefit schemes including Vivup and Wagestream with a large range of offers and discounts of products and services, plus salary sacrifice schemes for cars and bikes.
• Relocation expenses available where relevant.

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK with clinical care and services spanning across three hospitals (Leicester Royal Infirmary, Glenfield Hospital and Leicester General Hospital), with a pharmacy department at each site.

We have an established electronic prescribing system in place across most wards and have automated systems in our dispensaries and some clinical areas. Both the Trust and the pharmacy department embrace innovation and we welcome ambitious members to join our dynamic team.

We provide a comprehensive induction and training period to train you to provide an effective clinical pharmacy service. You will be expected to work closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team including established medical, nursing and pharmacy teams to proactively undertake medicines reconciliation, review prescribing, medicines optimisation and clinically screen discharge prescriptions.

You will have the opportunity to enhance your clinical skills through ward based training, ward based assessments and clinical teaching seminars. Optimal patient care will be your priority and you will aim to ensure timely, effective and safe pharmaceutical care is consistently provided.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Junior Pharmacists with On-call responsibilities

As a junior pharmacist with on-call responsibilities, you will be integral in providing a 24 hour pharmacy service across all three hospitals by partaking in service provision over extended opening hours.

You will work a variety of on-call shifts including evenings, weekends and nights where you will provide a core pharmacy service including; advising medical and nursing staff, processing urgent discharges, supplying emergency medication, releasing unlicensed medication and processing adult and paediatric parenteral nutrition.

As an on-call junior pharmacist you will follow a rotational programme gaining experience in a range of specialties across the 3 sites including:

Emergency and Specialist Medicine
Emergency and General Surgery/Orthopaedics
Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery
Respiratory Medicine Oncology/Haematology/Aseptics
Renal and Transplant Medicine
Paediatrics and Women’s Health
Regional Medicines Information Centre Mental Health

Further Information

The successful candidates will have well developed communication skills, a desire for self-development and organisational skills. You will thrive on the opportunities and challenges provided by a busy and supportive work environment.

Please see attached job description for more information.


This advert closes on Sunday 1 Dec 2024

Band 6 Physiotherapist
Acute Medicine
Location:Leicester Royal Infirmary/Leicester General Hospital
Permanent– 37.5 hours per week – flexible working available.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our motivated and enthusiastic team working on our Acute Medicine wards at Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospitals. We are seeking applicants who are team players and enjoy the challenge of the acute setting. The Trust has invested significantly in our Medicine Team to support the reduction in deconditioning of patients within UHL.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) is one of the largest and busiest NHS trusts in the country providing care for more than 1 million residents in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

The Therapy Service at UHL has a high profile within the Trust, this being reflected across our medical wards.

The Medicine therapy team are responsible for delivering a service across the medical wards at UHL, these are based at Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospital. The team treat a wide variety of patients including those with frailty, respiratory, falls, diabetes and Parkinsons.

You will be working alongside a large Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to enable early rehabilitation and timely discharges of patients. We are passionate about promoting independence and preventing deconditioning in the acute hospital.

You will demonstrate excellent communication, prioritisation and time management skills. This post will be suitable for a candidate who has a wide range of rotational experience, particularly with older people with a variety of comorbidities for example Parkinson's, falls and fractures. Established respiratory physiotherapy skills would be of significant benefit in this role.

You will join a supportive team of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in the Acute Medicine Team. You will receive regular supervision, appraisal and be encouraged to be involved in service development, audit and research. You will be expected to support and supervise other staff as well as provide practice placements for students.

The successful candidate would need to be flexible in their working as the service is provided over 7 days a week. The team are working to provide a collaborative approach to therapy across all systems.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
• To be part of the Physiotherapy team serving acute medicine speciality.
• To carry a clinical caseload: working to national and local guidelines and Service priorities with those who may have complex needs including physical, psychological and communication difficulties.
• To support the team leader and clinical specialist and operational functions of the team and supervise and team members.
• To promote independence and facilitate optimum function, working with patients, families and carers and the multi-disciplinary team to achieve agreed outcomes for patients.
• To increase and consolidate existing clinical knowledge and skills in respiratory assessment and treatment as a physiotherapist.


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Nurse to join our clinical team within the Cardiac Rehabilitation service.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Being a registered 1st level nurse with specialist knowledge you will be well-motivated and have a minimum of three years clinical experience at Band 5 preferably within CCU/Cardiology setting. Having continued your professional development you must also display evidence of management/leadership skills and hold a recognised teaching qualification. It is desirable to have experience of clinical audit and participation in research.

You will have a clinical caseload within the cardiac rehabilitation team and support the clinical rehabilitation team in delivering new and innovative clinical services by implementing research into clinical practice. The post holder will be multi-site based which will include working in the National Centre for Sports Science Medicine (NCSEM) based at Loughborough University and other UHL and non-UHL sites.

This is a 6 month secondment post. The post is open to suitably qualified nurses with relevant clinical experience.

To be responsible for the rehabilitation of patients with cardiac diseases (across all phases of rehabilitation at all UHL sites to include an individual assessment and post rehabilitation patient exits, outpatient classes and education as appropriate).

To be a core member of the multi-disciplinary Cardiac Rehabilitation specialist team delivering high quality, clinically effective care and patient experience, utilising research in collaboration with colleagues in everyday practice.

Act as the clinical expert and professional resource to the patients and carers and multi-professional team, within their specialist service.

Directly or indirectly influence all aspects of care and management of patients within the service/specialty.

Act as a role model and clinical resource demonstrating high standards of care and providing clinical leadership in the specialist area.


Support the development and delivery of a programme of practice and professional development for staff within the specialty.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours

Relevant undergraduate degree/diploma. BSc Nursing. Evidence of relevant post graduate courses or willingness to undertake

Demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise with at least 3 years Post-Registration experience at band 5 or above. Specialist knowledge in cardiac care. Evidence of management/leadership skills and autonomous practice. Evidence of continued professional development. Experience of supervising team members

Effective communicator. Diplomatic. Flexibility. Assertive and confident

Personal and professional maturity. Sound clinical judgement and reasoning. Ability to work independently. Evidence of continuing professional development. Recognition of own limitations

Evidence of successful change management. Ability to prioritise. Use initiative and has the ability to lead and co-ordinate a multi-disciplinary team. Good verbal and written skills. Effective communicator and negotiator. Acts as a clinical role model and mentor, supporter of learners within the department, Computer literacy


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


This is an exciting opportunity for a conscientious, enthusiastic and motivated person to provide clerical administrative support to the pharmacy clinical trials service at the University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL).

This role will be based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary; however the successful candidate may on occasion be required to work at other sites.

You will need to have completed a NVQ3 in Business Administration/Customer Services, RSA3 or have the equivalent experience to meet the criteria listed on the job specification.

You will also need to have the relevant office administrative/clerical experience for this exciting role?

For further details / informal visits contact

Helen Robinson - helen.m.robinson@uhl-tr.nhs.uk phone: 0116 2586103




This is an interesting and varied role and involves supporting the service through daily activities within the busy pharmacy clinical trials environment.

The successful candidate will need to show focus on attention to detail and have good communication and IT skills.

A confident courteous telephone manner is required as well as a willingness to learn new systems of work.

A Pharmacy Stock Management qualification is essential to perform duties outlined in the job description.

If you do not currently have this qualification but meet other criteria and you are the preferred candidate, as a requirement of taking the post, it will be mandatory that you complete this course within 6 to 9 months of being appointed. Training will be provided to support and develop you to complete the course to ensure you are able to fulfil all requirements of the role.

As part of this role you will be expected to show initiative, be able to work independently and at the same time be a good team player.

For workload to be managed and deadlines to be met, is is essential for you to demonstrate, that you are efficient and well organised.

You will also be required to be professional, demonstrate sensitivity and maintain confidentiality at all times.

If you think that you meet the criteria for this post then we would love to hear from you.

We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the Leicester General, Glenfield and Leicester Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children’s Hospital and run one of the country’s leading heart centres.

Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.

Our vision is clear: to be leading in healthcare and trusted in communities. The values we hold as we work towards our vision are vital: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team. We are UHL. Our values are the foundation of a positive culture, and we will work to ensure they translate into an everyday reality for all.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)

Please see the attached Job Description for a comprehensive list of responsibilities. The below list represents an outline of the main duties and responsibilities.
• Respond to, and ensure internal and external telephone calls are dealt with in a timely, polite and courteous manner.
• Monitor and manage a shared email box and calendar.
• Record and update data on the relevant clinical trial documentation/computer systems.
• Accept the delivery and process all incoming post and clinical trial materials.
• Carry out required environmental checks of the clinical trials under supervision of the technical staff.
• Raise record and issue invoices for the clinical trials services to ensure regular income is collected and deal with financial discrepancies.
• Produce regular reports from databases to monitor performance indicators/metrics, local processes and compliance.
• To report any employment or staff issues of concern.
• To assist in the induction and training of all staff .


This advert closes on Thursday 31 Oct 2024

To act as the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) Car Park Management Subject Matter Expert (SME). Undertaking the lead role relating to the management of all Car Parking Strategy, tactical and Operational needs in support of its Colleagues, Patients and Visitors, focusing on the Management of a finite delivery procedure enabling smooth operation of the Parking Experience for all.

Holding primary responsibility for production, custodian, and implementation of UHL Car Park Policy and well as the custodian of the development deployment and delivery of the Car Park Management System (CPMS) and the associated field Equipment.

Develop ownership monitoring and reporting of the CPMS, developing the needs of the CPMS with the UHL’s chosen provider. Work flexibly to promote continue process development of the system, creating a mindset of continual development in the building of the automated process. Utilise the entire Car Park Management Team to promote smarter working with the CPMS, gaining ongoing engagement in its development from the team.

To work alongside the Travelwise Manager in understanding the Travel Action Plan impact on the Car Park Strategy. Utilise the Travelwise manager as an implementation partner in the delivery of the UHL car parking policy across UHL estate.

Work with the Travelwise Manager in understanding the needs of external bodies including Leicester City Council (LCC), public transport providers in the integration of the UHL Car Park Management System.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

1. Subject Matter Expertise for the UHL Car Park Management.

2. Production, ownership, and implementation of the Car Park Management Policy including regular updates.

3. Work alongside the Travelwise Manager in the role for SME and implementation partner in the delivery of the UHL Car Park Management Policy and the Travel Action Plan across UHL estate.

4. Promote the concept and development of the Car Park management System throughout the UHL, through Implementation and ongoing via internal platforms.

5. Be part of the Travelwise Managers focus and working groups built of singular or across multi functions to utilise peer group and wider expertise to support solutions. Lead where appropriate SME skills lead such as CPMS.

6. Act as UHL SME for Car Park Management as a key member of the Car Park Strategy Group (CPSG). Supporting awareness of the Travel Action Plan, and

external influences such as the LCC requirements when considering Car Parking Strategy across the UHL.

7. Report via the CPSG the pre agreed CPMS reports to enable short medium- and long-term decisions to be made as well as the incubator for improvements and feedback.

8. Provide ongoing governance, review, and audit of delivery against the CPMS.

9. Establish mutual working with the Travelwise Manager in delivery of the Car Park Management Policy including regular review of all things Car Park Management System reporting wise.

10. Utilise all reports from CPMS to support Financial, Governance and Real Estate needs from Reconciliation of Permit costs to Car Park lease requirements.

11. Develop and implement the needs of patients and visitors needs and requirements of the Car Park Management Policy and the CPMS.

12. Utilise the Travelwise Manager and the wider community and networks to develop bespoke needs for the UHL, its colleagues, patients, and visitors.


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the Research & Innovation (R&I) workforce at University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL).

This is a great opportunity to become a member of the HOPE cancer trials team. We have an ever changing diverse portfolio of clinical haematology and oncology trials including those exploring compounds at the early stages of development. We offer a commitment to support training and professional development needs and the opportunity to develop interests and skills in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

There are close relationships between the Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Themes, University of Leicester and UHL clinical areas across the 3 sites. Funding from the Clinical Research Network (CRN) will support the delivery of research programmes across all specialties at UHL.

The appointee’s main responsibilities include collecting, recording and maintaining data for patients and volunteers on research studies. To support research staff in ensuring the completeness, accuracy and consistency of the data in order to meet standards expected for reporting to regulatory bodies.

To provide support in clinical trials such as preparing, handling and processing biological samples, and data management and resolution, in accordance with the clinical trial protocol and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). To ensure compliance with UHL policies on data protection, confidentiality and security.

The post holder will provide the highest standards of patient care in line with research protocols and ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines, safeguarding the well-being and safety of the patients and integrity of the data.

To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance and education to the multi-professional team, patients and carers within the research service.

The post-holder will ensure the highest standard is delivered to research subjects and, where relevant to their families, in partnership with all members of the multi professional and research teams.

We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children’s Hospital and run one of the country’s leading heart centres.

Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.

Our purpose is to provide ‘Caring at its best’ and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we’re here to do.

Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that ‘Caring at its best’ is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
• To assist with the acquisition and distribution of relevant trial documentation.
• To assist with the acquisition and distribution of study equipment/tools and ensure relevant health and safety checks are carried out in accordance with relevant Trust Policies.
• To assist in the preparation and submission of documentation for clinical research approvals.
• To create and maintain trial site files for each trial in accordance with ICH-GCP and Research Governance.
• Collection of patient data from medical notes and completion of case record form (CRF) and to liaise with clinical trials coordinators, research nurses and investigators to ensure accurate data collection.
• To transcribe/export data from medical records (paper or electronic) to CRFs (paper or electronic e-CRFs) as required by the study protocol.
• To ensure safe filing and storage of study documentation in accordance to research governance.
• Conduct quality assurance of documentation.
• To organise and prepare for visits by trial monitors as required by the study protocol.
• To take responsibility for liaising with clinical trial units regarding data queries and for checking and resolving data queries.
• To support the assessment of patient eligibility, in liaison with other appropriate health care professionals for clinical trial entry, involving coordination of pre study tests, obtaining results and arranging appropriate appointments as per clinical trial protocol.
• To provide written and verbal information relevant to the research study and support clinical staff in the process of gaining informed consent from participants that are entering into clinical research.
• To deal with telephone enquiries from staff, patients and relatives, ensuring that appropriate personnel are informed in order for actions to be taken.
• To report any adverse events to the appropriate research nurse and/or principal investigator (PI).
• Presenting specific trial information at multidisciplinary team meetings.
• To act in a professional manner at all times when dealing with patients, relatives and representatives from both within and outside of the Trust.
• Co-ordination of specified trials and take responsibility for :• Organisation of any necessary tests and investigations as detailed within the
• Sample preparation (e.g. blood, urine, tissue and faecal samples): retrieval, centrifuging, pipetting, slide making and preparation for storage, liaising with the hospital and external laboratories when appropriate.
• Undertaking low risk clinical duties.
• Maintaining logs of stored samples and freezer temperatures.
• Maintaining adequate stock levels of sample kits.
• Required to hold a phone for a short period of time to monitor freezer/fridge temperatures including during and out of office hours.
• Organising the logistical aspects of diagnostic specimens, packaging, and shipment, including handling of dry ice.
• Resolving data queries raised by sponsoring organisations.
• Archiving all study related material including patient’s notes after study closure.
• Reporting and submitting of Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) from this site within stipulated timeframes to sponsor organisations and the Research and Innovation Office.
• Tracking Serious Unexpected Event reporting.
• Maintaining and updating study specific site files.
• Notifying General Practitioners of their patient’s involvement in a clinical trial.
• As a new post holder, training will be provided for the key aspects of this role, and a period of induction identified, however, the post holder will be expected to take advantage of opportunities to upgrade their skills and to attend meetings and workshops to enhance their knowledge.


This advert closes on Thursday 31 Oct 2024

Trust Grade Respiratory Registrar – Glenfield Hospital



Opportunities exist for enthusiastic and highly motivated doctors to join the Respiratory team at the Glenfield Hospital on a 12 month Trust Grade registrar contract in the first instance. These posts will be ideal for doctors who have passed their MRCP exam and are looking to gain further experience before applying for a respiratory specialty training post but equally someone with respiratory experience who wishes to gain further exposure to in a large centre.



Working arrangements will be discussed with successful candidates and may include workings a full on call rota (currently 1:12 resident or 1:9)



Candidates wishing further information are requested to contact:

Dr Rakesh Panchal (Consultant Respiratory Physician) rakesh.panchal@uhl-tr.nhs.uk

Main duties of the job post are listed separately in the job description.

Please contact Dr Ibrahim if you require any additional information.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Details of the post available are listed separately in the job description.

Please contact Dr Ibrahim if you require any additional information.


This advert closes on Thursday 31 Oct 2024

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.


Consultant Radiologist with an interest in Breast Imaging

We are delighted to invite applications for a Consultant Breast Radiologist to join an existing team of Consultant Breast Radiologists at University Hospitals of Leicester. The appointment will be up to whole time, a minimum of 5 breast sessions are required for those consultants participating in the breast screening programme. Any Consultant who is unable for personal reasons, to work whole time, will be eligible to be considered for the post on a less than full-time basis.

This post is covering both the screening and symptomatic pathways. The service strives to provide the highest standards of healthcare for our patients from our purpose-built Breast Care Centre at Glenfield Hospital.

Our breast screening programme is one of the largest in the East Midlands. Our Breast Screening population is 160,000. In addition to the screening activity our symptomatic and surveillance demand is approximately 17,000 per year. We are a centre that is actively involved in clinical trials and have successfully secured Tomosynthesis and Contrast Enhanced Mammography equipment. There is also the opportunity to practice a wide range of diagnostic and interventional procedures including breast MRI and increasing use of vacuum assisted biopsy.



To undertake programmed activities in breast imaging with the potential for some agreed general duties if appropriate. Opportunities for development of the existing service will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust.
• To contribute to the cancer two week wait service and participate in symptomatic breast one stop clinics and other relevant activity.
• To contribute to the work of the National Breast Screening Service by ensuring adequate film reading numbers, participation in screening assessment and other relevant activity.
• To work closely with the breast clinicians, breast care nurses, breast pathologists and breast surgeons.
• To perform breast interventional work, including USS and x-ray biopsy (core or VACB / VACE), USS and x-ray localisations, US guided aspiration, marker insertion.
• To supervise and report advanced breast imaging such as MRI and CESM
• To lead/take part in multi-disciplinary team meetings.
• To undertake programmed activities in general radiology imaging if agreed and appropriate. This may include contributing to the general on call for imaging.
• To supervise and train radiology trainees, skill-mix radiographers, sonographers and non-medical staff in their present and anticipated roles.
• To support and participate in audit, research, teaching and administration

Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

• The overriding purpose of this role is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care and to contribute to continuous service improvement.
• To cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences
• To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs
• Responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally
• Participating in medical audit, the Trust’s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD – CPD time is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory
• To work in line with GMC Good Medical Practice
• To respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers – this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
• To participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific
Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.

• To maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have an annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.



The Breast Imaging Services are an identified unit within the Clinical Support & Imaging Clinical Management Group, (CSI CMG), based at Glenfield Hospital. The post holder will join a team of ten Consultant Breast Radiologists in an established multidisciplinary setting.


The Leicestershire and Rutland Breast Screening Service (LBSS) is one of the largest in the country with a current screening population of approximately 164,000; the first phase of NHSBSP Age Extension has been fully implemented and continues. The symptomatic breast service provides a high quality diagnostic, treatment and management pathway through a
one stop clinic. The unit also provides breast cancer surveillance and screening of increased risk patients. Approximately 950 cancers are detected per year. The unit is fully digital and has state of the art equipment, and most recently has introduced Tomosynthesis, MRI Biopsy and Contrast Enhanced Mammography.


The Breast Imaging Team actively leads and participates in audit and research. It undergoes regular NBSS QA and is proud of its record in this service. All the radiologists are part of the RCR Breast Group both participating in, and contributing to national meetings.

All breast radiologists (and advanced practitioners) participate in PERFORMS. There is regular audit of clinical practice – interval cancers, MRI, VACB including 1st line, core biopsy sampling and screen reading. The team participate in regular departmental and governance meetings.


This advert closes on Tuesday 5 Nov 2024

Locum Consultant in Anaesthesia

UHL is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in England, serving a regional, national, and international population. We serve the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland and specialist services over a much wider area.

Applications are invited for enthusiastic and highly motivated Locum Consultants in Anaesthesia to join our team at Glenfield Hospital within the University Hospitals of Leicester.

The Glenfield hospital is renowned for Cardiac, ECMO and Thoracic services. In addition, elective and emergency theatres support vascular, urology, hepatobiliary, renal transplant and breast specialties,.

If you are ambitious about what you do and strive to improve patient experience, bring your dedication and determination here and you will benefit from the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of brilliant patient care.

This is a full time post for 12 month, many of our previous post holders have proceeded to a substantive position. within the Trust
• To provide Consultant Anaesthetic cover for anaesthesia, elective and emergency surgery at UHL including preoperative assessment and postoperative care.
• To participate in an Anaesthetic On-Call Rota and/or weekend emergency or trauma cover.
• To support the provision of consultant delivered perioperative care.
• Deliver a high quality anaesthetic service, supporting the department with a positive attitude towards flexible working.
• Supervise and train junior anaesthetists.
• Work with the acute pain team to provide safe and effective postoperative analgesia to patients.
• Take part in pre assessment and high risk clinics.
• Teaching Post-graduate and under-graduate, research and administration.
• Work with the Clinical Governance team to enhance patient safety.
• To work flexibly to help cover the workload of the CMG.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

· high-quality care for all,

· being a great place to work,

· partnerships for impact, and

· research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

· we are compassionate,

· we are proud,

· we are inclusive, and

· we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.



The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.
• Responsibility for the provision of a safe and efficient anaesthetic service elective and emergency care at UHL including preoperative assessment and postoperative care.
• To participate in the Consultant Anaesthetist non-resident on-call rota and weekend resident rota.
• To support the Consultant-delivered Perioperative Medicine Service
• To work flexibly to support the workload and cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences.
• To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs.
• Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures
• Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally.
• The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
• Participating in medical audit, the Trust’s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD – CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory.
• In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.
• The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.
• The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated. Please refer to the job description for full information


This advert closes on Sunday 10 Nov 2024

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST

Locum Consultant in Obstetric Anaesthesia

Applications are invited for a whole-time Locum Consultant in Obstetric Anaesthesia.

It is an exciting time to join our welcoming and friendly team of 16 Obstetric Anaesthetic Consultants based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary. This is a level 3 hospital which sees nearly 6000 deliveries per year. We are engaged in patient focussed elective and emergency obstetric care, pre-operative and high risk assessment clinics. We are the regional referral centre for maternal medicine, abnormally invasive placenta and neonatal care.

We are looking for proactive, motivated, forward thinking, and dynamic individuals to join our clinical team. This post is an important part of our on-going development of Obstetric services in UHL NHS Trust, offering the successful applicant the opportunity to work closely with the existing Anaesthetic Consultants to provide a high standard of care across maternity services.

We are seeking consultants with dedication, determination, and drive to work closely with colleagues throughout the organisation and you will benefit from the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of brilliant patient care.



· Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients.

· To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of patients.

· To promote new ways of working and co-ordinating care for patients in the community and to ensure that services are based on effective and integrated partnerships across the health community.

· Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences.

· Supervise and train junior medical staff

· To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.

· Teaching, research and administration.

· To proactively develop the service.

· To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

· high-quality care for all,

· being a great place to work,

· partnerships for impact, and

· research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

· we are compassionate,

· we are proud,

· we are inclusive, and

· we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

UHL is fully committed to continuing medical education for consultants. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to departmental quality improvement activity and the clinical supervision of postgraduate trainees in Anaesthesia. The UHL Department of Anaesthesia is committed to working towards the Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation scheme of the Royal College of Anaesthetists.



The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.

· Responsibility for the provision of a safe and efficient Obstetric anaesthetic service for elective theatres and delivery suite emergency care at UHL including preoperative assessment and perioperative care.
• To provide specialist high-risk Obstetric anaesthesia outpatient clinic work:

· To participate in the Obstetric Consultant Anaesthetist non-resident on-call rota as well as evening and weekend resident rota.

· To support the Anaesthetic department in delivering high quality elective and emergency theatre sessions and provide flexibility to support theservice.

· To work flexibly to support the workload and cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences. Flexibility within the role will be required as we reconfigure, working towards a single-site UHL maternity service.
• To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs;
• Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;
• Participating in medical audit, the Trust’s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD – CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;
• In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post-holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.
• The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.
• The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.
• The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.


This advert closes on Sunday 10 Nov 2024

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic individual to join the head and neck cancer nurse specialist team at University Hospitals of Leicester. The CNS team are friendly, supportive and have a strong team working approach.



As a Head and Neck Cancer CNS you will work as part of the nursing and Multi-disciplinary team ensuring that patients with head and neck cancer receive the highest standard of care and support from the time of diagnosis and throughout the cancer pathway.



We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual with excellent organisational and communication skills and can work both autonomously and as part of a team. Relevant post registration experience is essential and knowledge of head and neck nursing would be beneficial but not essential as a full training and supervision package will be tailored to meet your needs.



As this is a Macmillan badged post you must have a good understanding of Macmillan priorities and their agenda including personalised care and the recovery package.





The purpose of the post is to manage and provide expert specialist clinical practice for both outpatients and inpatients (NHS and private patients (delete as appropriate). The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) acts as a keyworker for the patient. The CNS will lead in the use of evidence-based clinical practice in line with current research, guidelines and other available evidence. They will ensure that patients and their families are fully informed about their journey through the service. The CNS will liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team when required to ensure delivery of reliable high quality care.

As integral member of the MDT you will be involved in developing nursing practice- strengthening and developing links across cancer networks. The head and neck MDT also have a strong research network and are involved in many research projects to improve patient care and treatment you will be expected to support this as part of your role.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:
• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Work autonomously, providing an effective nurse-led service as needs dictate.

Demonstrate comprehensive holistic assessment of patients utilising a variety of advanced clinical skills, while acting as a role model, in line with the Clinical Nurse Specialist role for the service.

To assess and diagnose specific symptoms within scope of practice; advise medical and nursing staff and/or prescribe medications according to patients’ requirements, writing a record in the medical notes and reassessing according to the individual patient needs.

Provide an effective and accessible telephone advice service for patients and families and their carers.

Promote and initiate innovations and change related to improvement of clinical services in relation to the speciality.

Where relevant to role, undertake non-medical prescribing as appropriate to patient/client group.

To continually review performance against Key Performance Indicators, proactively addressing areas of concern, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.

Undertake advanced technical skills with appropriate training and specific to the clinical area.

Collaborate in the development and monitoring of a job plan to ensure role and personal effectiveness.


This advert closes on Sunday 27 Oct 2024