Emergency Medicine Consultants

RCEM Global is seeking expressions of interest from Emergency Medicine Consultants and seniorEmergency Medicine trainees interested in supporting emergency care training and developmentprogrammes in Ghana, Rwanda and Uganda over the coming year.We anticipate a number of short and longer-term volunteer opportunities across our partner programmes.Working alongside local Emergency Medicine leaders, trainees and healthcare teams, volunteers will helpstrengthen training, education and emergency care systems through collaborative, locally-led partnerships.Opportunities may include:

• Supporting postgraduate Emergency Medicine training programmes.
• Mentoring emerging Emergency Medicine leaders and educators.
• Contributing to faculty development and training activities.
• Teaching Emergency Medicine trainees.
• Supporting quality improvement, research and service development initiatives.
• Participating Basic Emergency Care training programmes.
• Working with local partners to strengthen emergency care services and systems.
Who Should Apply?You should have Full Medical Registration with a License to Practise and be an RCEM member in goodstanding. We welcome expressions of interest from:
• Consultants in Emergency Medicine (FRCEM).
• Senior Emergency Medicine trainees with substantial training experience and an interest in
medical education and global health.
• Individuals with experience in teaching, training or supervision.
• Those who are enthusiastic about supporting Emergency Medicine development through equitable
international partnerships.Previous experience working internationally is welcome but not essential. Individuals based in Scotlandmay be prioritised due to funding restrictions., All successful applicants are required to undertake training relevant to the activities with which they will beengaging.Equality and DiversityAll volunteers are expected to maintain a recognised professional course in equality and diversity, whichmust be renewed every three years.Professional responsibilityCode of conductThe role of a College Global Volunteer is a privilege, and all volunteers are expected to uphold thestandards and behaviours befitting representatives of the College. This includes adhering to the College'sCode of Conduct and maintaining the principles outlined in the GMC's Good Medical Practice.Volunteers must treat everyone involved in delivering College activities with respect, professionalism andcourtesy.The College operates a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment, including but not limited to physicalbehaviour, verbal comments, jokes, innuendo, unwanted remarks about appearance, tone, or behaviourthat makes others feel uncomfortable, intimidated, or disrespected.Any report of concerning behaviour or a potential breach of the Code of Conduct will be investigatedpromptly. The College may take immediate action where necessary to protect the wellbeing of all involvedand to ensure the safe and effective running of College activities.Any concerns raised about the probity or conduct of a volunteer alleged to be in breach of the Code ofConduct or not acting in the interests of the College, shall be dealt with under the procedures set out in ByeLaws 17c. and d. of the College's Bye Laws. If a volunteer becomes the subject of an investigation for apotential breach of the Code, their volunteering privileges may be suspended while the investigation isunderway.ParticipationGlobal EM volunteers are expected to maintain engagement with the College through:Attending training sessions arranged by the CollegeProviding feedback to the College as requestedProviding availability for meetings as requested and informing of any changes to thisResponding to email communications within an appropriate timeframeEngaging with the minimum required activity levelsFailure to meet the required participation for a sustained period will result in the loss of Global EM volunteerstatus. Extenuating circumstances will be considered. Volunteers may apply for a period of absence up toone year by informing the Global EM team.Continued eligibilityVolunteers must inform the College at the earliest opportunity if circumstances relating to the eligibilitycriteria of the position are affected. This includes the following: (a) Demitting Clinical PracticeIndividuals who have demitted clinical practice may only continue to volunteer in this role with the College ifthey have retained a license to practice and continue to meet all other eligibility requirements, other thanbeing in active NHS practice only in exceptional circumstances (b) Medical RegistrationImmediate notification is required if the individual is the subject of any suspensions, limitations or removalof medical registration in any country.Travel expenses and hotel accommodationVolunteers are required to abide by the College's Travel Expenses Policy. They must be mindful thatfunding for Global activities must be utilised in a sustainable and cost-effective manner.Accommodation will be arranged by the College for {duration agreed}, subject to volunteersconfirming their requirements.BehaviourGlobal EM volunteers are expected to conduct themselves in a manner fitting of a representative of theCollege at all times, in line with the College's Professional Code of Conduct. This includes:
• Smart and professional appearance for all programme activities
• Maintaining integrity and professional standards
• Engaging with training and development requirements
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• Timing and duration will vary depending on programme needs
• Duration: 1-6 months dependant on factors including availability
• Travel, accommodation and in-country support will be provided by RCEM and/or local partners.
Opportunities are voluntary, with a modest stipend available.