Three Deaneries Selection Process

1. Empathy & Sensitivity

Capacity and motivation to take in patient/colleague perspective, and sense associated feelings. Generates safe/understanding atmosphere. The search for shared understanding.

2. Communication Skills

Capacity to adjust behaviour & language (written/spoken) as appropriate to needs of differing situations. Actively and clearly engages patient (and colleague) in equal/open dialogue,

3. Problem-solving Skills

Capacity to think/see beyond the obvious, with analytical but flexible mind. Maximises information and time efficiently and creatively.

4. Professional Integrity

Capacity and motivation to take responsibility for own actions (and thus mistakes). Respects/ defends contribution & views, of all. [Respect for "position, patients & protocol"].

5. Coping with Pressure

Capacity to put difficulties into perspective, retaining control over events. Aware of own strengths/limitations and able to "share the load".

6. Clinical Expertise

Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & awareness to full investigation of problems. Makes clear, sound and proactive decisions, reflecting good clinical judgement.