RAPM Application Form 2011
*Applications are sought for the post of Regional Advisor in Pain Medicine for [Insert region].
The vacancy is caused by the resignation of Dr [Name].
Interested candidates should complete the attached applicant statement and return it to: Faculty of Pain Medicine (RA Application), Royal College of Anaesthetists, Churchill House, 35 Red Lion Square, London WC1R 4SG, or electronically to by the end of [date].
A curriculum vitae should also accompany the application form; a summary version will suffice.
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Appointment process
Regional Advisors in Pain Medicine (RAPMs) are appointed by the Board of the Faculty of Pain Medicine. The appointments process includes consultation with a constituency comprised of:
· Officers of the local School of Anaesthesia (including the Postgraduate Dean, the Programme Director(s), Local Pain Medicine Educational Supervisors (LPMES) and the senior trainee representative);
· Senior members of the local Academic Department(s) of Anaesthesia;
· Regional and Deputy Regional Advisors in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine (including the outgoing RAPM);
· The Dean of the Faculty, or Vice-Dean with responsibility for appointment of Regional Advisors.
All of the above can nominate candidates having confirmed their willingness to serve; self-nomination is encouraged.
All applications should be submitted to the FPM via the postal or email addresses above by the stipulated closing date. Applications received after this date will not be eligible for the selection process. Applications should not be submitted via the outgoing RAPM.
If there is more than one applicant a ballot will be held amongst the above regional constituents, coordinated by the FPM. A simple majority will suffice and in the event of equality of votes, the Dean of the Faculty, or Vice-Dean with responsibility for the appointment of Regional Advisors, will have a casting vote (which he or she can delegate). Appointments are made subjection to ratification by the Board of the Faculty.
Applicants should ensure that they have read the more detailed guidance on the ‘Roles and Responsibilities of Regional Advisors in Pain Medicine’, including full details on job description, terms of service and time to discharge duties, which can be found online at the FPM webpage.
Applicants for the post of RAPM are urged to ensure that they have the support of their employers before submitting a formal application. The exact method of establishing this will depend on local circumstances; candidates are advised to discuss the RAPM role with their Medical Director or his/her nominee.
Person specification
Essential criteria / Desirable criteriaCandidates must: /
Candidates should:
Have the respect and confidence of their Regional constituency / Have enthusiasm to support Local Pain Medicine Educational Supervisors in the delivery of training in pain medicine
Have the support of the local Postgraduate Dean and School(s) of Anaesthesia / Have done previous work with the School of Anaesthesia
Have the support of the head of the local academic department(s) of anaesthesia / Have occupied previous educational roles with the RCoA or FPM
Hold a substantive Consultant post in the NHS or similar University appointment / Have a basic understanding of relevant issues relating to the appointment process and employment law
Have the support of their employer confirmed by the Medical Director / Have a basic understanding of relevant issues relating to equal opportunities, bullying and harassment in the workplace
Have gained the Fellowship of the Faculty of Pain Medicine of the Royal College of Anaesthetists and be in good standing with the RCoA and FPM / Have a basic understanding of relevant issues relating to mentoring and trainee support; including strategies to deal with the ‘failing trainee’ or the ‘sick doctor’
Have undergone satisfactory appraisal within their own Trust or University or both
Have gained experience of teaching and training in pain medicine
Be familiar with the RCoA curriculum and be willing to apply it to develop-mental work in pain medicine in the local School(s)
Be familiar with methods of assessment in Pain Medicine and be willing to participate in regional assessment processes for trainees
Be able to supplement personal knowledge and experience by delegating roles to other colleagues in the region
STATEMENT OF APPLICANT
Name (in full):Region of Application:
Contact address:
Contact Email:
College Reference Number:
GMC Registration Number:
Statement: (100 words maximum)
Please explain why you have applied for the post and highlight the ways in which you match the person specification.
If the answer to this question is ‘YES’, kindly provide details below; the matter will be considered by the Dean or Vice-Dean with responsibility for the appointment of Regional Advisors.
Please include a short version of your curriculum vitae.
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