Overview of role
UPMC Whitfield are recruiting a Resident Medical Officer on a fixed term contract for 12-months. This role is suitable for doctors who wish to pursue a career in these specialties and are in early stages of their careers preparing for examinations or carrying out research activities. The person in this role would acquire significant experience and exposure to a large variety of elective procedures in pre-op, intra-op and post operative settings. This role involves regular daily attendance and taking part in resident on call rosters. There are opportunities to get involved in education, training and research activities.
Responsibilities
Clinical Duties:
* Provide medical services within the scope of the Departmental Policies for the provision of care in the inpatient and outpatient settings at UPMC Whitfield, Hospital Waterford.
* Provide thorough clinical evaluation, careful explanation to patients and family and collaborative decision making when necessary, for the proper delivery of surgical and medical services to the patients in our facility.
* Complete documentation of patients’ assessment, history and physical on admission, and write appropriate follow up comments in case notes in line with the assessment of Patient Policy.
* Diagnose and treat patients under the direction of the relevant consultant.
* Initiate and monitor treatment as clinically appropriate and safe.
* Liaise with other clinical disciplines within the hospital (Anesthetists, Nursing, Diagnostic Services, Laboratory, Pharmacy) in relation to patient care.
* Respond to all Code Blues and lead the nursing staff in emergency/cardiac arrest procedures.
* Provide cover on a rostered basis to ensure on-site RMO presence when there are patients being treated. Participate in an on-call roster.
* Assist consultants in theatres when required.
Health & Safety
* Take reasonable care of your own Health and Safety and that of any other person who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.
* Co-operate with UPMC in ensuring that statutory regulations, codes of practice, local policies and departmental health and safety rules are adhered to.
* Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health and safety.
Infection Prevention and Control
* Ensure that your work methods are compliant with UPMC’s agreed policies and procedures and do not endanger other people or yourself.
* Be aware of infection prevention and control policies, practices, and guidelines appropriate for your duties and you must always follow these to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of infection prevention and control, policies, practices, and procedures through attendance at annual mandatory updates and ongoing continuing professional development. Challenge poor infection prevention and control practices of others and report any breaches using appropriate UPMC mechanisms (e.g., incident reporting policy).
Information Governance
UPMC is committed to compliance with Information Governance standards to ensure that all information is handled legally, securely, efficiently, and effectively. You are required to comply with the UPMC Information Governance policies and standards.
* Confidentiality and Security - You will encounter confidential information and data relating to the work of UPMC, its patients or employees. You are bound by your conditions of service to respect the confidentiality of any information that identifies patients, employees, or other UPMC personnel, or business information of the Company. You also have a duty to ensure that all confidential information is always held securely, both on and off site.
* Disclosure of Information - Unauthorized use or disclosure of information relating to UPMC activities or affairs, treatment of patients or personal details of an employee, will normally be considered a serious disciplinary offence which could result in dismissal. Upon leaving UPMC employment and at any time thereafter you must not take advantage of or disclose confidential information learned during your employment.
* Information Quality and Records Management - You must ensure that all information handled by you is accurate and kept up-to-date and you must comply with the UPMC recording, monitoring, validation and improvement schemes and processes.
Medication management
* Adhere to all Medication Policies relevant to your role.
* Verify and document patient’s current medication on admission.
* Verify all prescribed medication.
* Provide medication advice to patients on discharge.
Professional Standards and Performance Review
* Participate in statutory and mandatory training as appropriate for the post.
* Maintain consistently high personal and professional standards and act in accordance with the relevant professional code of conduct.
* Take responsibility for the maintenance and improvement of personal and professional competence and to encourage that of colleagues and subordinates.
* Participate in UPMC’s appraisal processes including identifying performance standards for the post, personal objective setting and the creation of a personal development plan.
Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults
* Identify and report abuse. Attend safeguarding awareness training and undertake any additional training relevant to the role.
Social Responsibility
* UPMC is committed to behaving responsibly in transport, procurement, facilities, employment, skills, and engagement with the local community to make a positive contribution to society. You have a responsibility to support this and to reduce the environmental impact of our activities relating to energy and water usage, transport and waste.
Quality & Safety
* Work with the organization as part of a Multidisciplinary team in preparing for JCI accreditation.
* Provide high standards of patient care throughout your working day in pursuit of excellence.
Quality Assurance
* Participation in all Quality Control related functions as directed by the Medical Director, including: Management meetings, New Patient Review Meetings, Planning Review Meetings, Morbidity & Mortality Review, Continuous Quality Initiative Meetings, Radiation Safety Committee Meetings, Hospital Management Meetings (Medical Director).
Education & Research
* Participation in Departmental Educational Meetings.
* Mandatory Clinical and non-Clinical Training (BLC, GCP, Fire safety etc.).
* UPMC/D3 e-Rounds and other educational activities to meet statutory requirements regarding Professional Competence Assurance, and to acquire and maintain the necessary skills for UPMC Whitfield Hospital. Participation in departmentally guided research (internal or multi-institutional).
Qualifications & Experience
* Applicants must be fully registered with the Irish Medical Council holding a valid registration.
* Current BLS and ACLS certification.
* Competent clinical and interactive skills with adult and pediatric patients.
* Effective team player both as a facilitator and in the course of work.
* Competent to work autonomously when required under consultant supervision/advice.
* Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
* Experience of working within multi-disciplinary teams.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to motivate, influence, inspire and encourage different ways of working.
* Ability to prioritize and to deliver to short deadlines.
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
* Completion of Mandatory Training as required by UPMC Management, including but not limited to Fire Training (Annual), Radiation Safety Training (Annual), Infection Prevention and Control Training (Annual), BCLS Training (Biennial), ICH-GCP Training (Biennial), ICORG PI Training (Triennial), Manual Handling and Patient Movement Training (Triennial).
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Compensation & Benefits
* Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.
* Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
* Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our ACES programme.
* Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
* Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that’s close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.
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