Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the Simulation Faculty, delivering Simulation Based Education to both Undergraduate and Postgraduate staff to facilitate change within the organisation and improve patient safety. The Simulation Academy is based in the state of the art simulation centre. The simulation centre was built in 2014 and consists of a 2 bedded ward area which can be converted to an operating theatre, control room, debrief room and a range of simulation manikins. There are state of the art video debriefing technologies and the ability to deliver in situ simulation with video debriefing. The centre is involved in a multitude of simulation based education (SBE) activities which the successful applicant would be involved in: The post is suitable for an FY3 trainee with some experience of acute medical specialties. There is a clinical component to the post which consists of participating in a 1 in 8 on call rota encompassing nights, weekends and public holidays with prospective cover providing medical cover to an Intensive Care Unit with 3 areas and an additional Medical High Dependency Unit when required. These 4 areas contain a maximum of 9, 6, 7 and 8 beds respectively. There will be 15 Level 3 equivalent patients occupying these beds. This will involve twice daily ward rounds with the Intensive Care Consultant and working with parent teams for the other patients on the units. Main duties of the job They would be expected to operate the simulation manikins with assistance and training if required.The simulation fellow would be expected to update pre existing and design new simulation scenarios using a pre existing scenario templateThe simulation fellow would be expected to play a significant role in the delivery of the mandated FY1, FY2 and IMT and MTI simulation programme in addition to other simulation programmes undertaken within the Trust.The simulation fellow would be expected to play a significant role in the delivery of undergraduate simulation based education.The clinical duties of the post are to provide medical support to the Critical Care Unit.1 in 8 on call rotaThe successful applicant would be expected to ensure that their clinical practice is up to date and undertake a programme of continual professional development. Working for our organisation At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do to offer a high quality patient experience in a caring and supportive environment. This aligns with our vision of providing safe, caring and effective services because people matter. This is an opportunity to join an NHS organisation that inspires its staff to innovate, with support and encouragement to continually develop. We expect all of our staff to demonstrate the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility. We believe healthcare is better when provided by supported and dedicated staff, so if you are innovative, forward thinking and dedicated to high quality patient care come and join our amazing team. At the Dudley Group everyone is welcome, please ensure you have read our Recruitment Equality Statement included in the advert. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. Please also see links provided for additional information on the role and department. https://dgftpec.co.uk/simulation-centre/ https://vimeo.com/504703379 https://twitter.com/rguc_simulation Person specification GMC Registration and eductaion Essential Criteria Full GMC Registration with license to practiceMedical Qualification recognised by the GMCCurrent ALS provider as per Resuscitation Council UK Desirable criteria Post MRCP Experience Essential criteria 1 – 2 years’ NHS experience of acute and/or specialist medicine (in paid role – not clinical attachment/observership) and able to work on a critical care on call rota with airway skills support from colleagues at an FY3 levelEvidence of interest in teaching and have some experience in undergraduate teachingEvidence and experience in teaching clinical skills in the workplace or training environmentEvidence of some previous medicine research, audit and/or publications. Desirable criteria 1 – 2 years’ NHS experience in acute or specialist medicine at ST/SpR levelExperience in facilitation of simulation courses Knowledge and Training Essential Criteria Up to date knowledge of current issues within Undergraduate EducationKnowledge and Training Weighting (Essential or Desirable) Have undertaken a Simulation Faculty Development Programme Essential Desirable criteria Higher qualification or training in Medical EducationUnderstanding of e-learning and interactive learning within a teaching environment Qualifications Desirable criteria Post MRCP
