Specialist Doctor in Allergy

Job overview

It is expected that the SPD will be directly involved in the delivery of the allergy and immunology service during the posting. It is anticipated that the successful candidate would play an active role in advancing their knowledge and skills

Main duties of the job

A standard full time Job Plan will contain 10 programmed activities (PAs) comprising 8 PAs for direct clinical care (DCC) and 2 for supporting activities (SPAs). 1.5 SPAs are classed as ‘core’ and cover time for training, teaching, CPD, audit, appraisal, clinical governance and attendance at service meetings. There are opportunities to participate in undergraduate teaching within the HYMS medical school curriculum. Additional SPA time can be allocated for research, clinical management and educational supervisor (ES) activity. All new appointees will be encouraged to develop their management skills by taking on a management role which could include assisting more senior colleagues with the organisation of educational activities, audit, junior doctor management, recruitment etc. Personal preferences can be taken into account, and training will be given for the chosen role. Additional PA time is negotiable for more senior management, research or educational roles within the department.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on this advertised role, please see attached job Description and Personal Specification