Job summary
The Locum Upper Limb Consultant will play a pivotal role at the University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, primarily focussing on trauma surgery with a special interest in upper limb procedures. The post is for a period of 12 months and is vital in aiding the department to cater to the substantial demands of one of the most active trauma centres in England.
Main duties of the job
*Proficient in orthopaedic trauma surgery with a particular emphasis on upper limb procedures.*Effective cross-functional team collaboration.*Capable of multi-site operations and flexibility.*Sound decision-making under high-pressure situations.*Comprehensive understanding of hospital technologies, including MRI scanning units and electronic patient records.
*Performing trauma surgeries, focusing on upper limb procedures.*Engaging in general Trauma & Orthopaedic on-call work.*Handling outside referrals and in-house emergencies.*Working across multiple hospital sites as required.*Collaborating with the extensive medical team including MSK Radiologists, Anaesthetists, and Trauma Nurse Practitioners.
*Efficiently using available resources and facilities within the department.*Making informed decisions related to patient care, considering the financial implications.*Ensuring the highest standards of care without unnecessary expenditure.
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MANAGEMENT*Liaising with senior management for service developments and necessary resources.*Ensuring compliance with the Trust's policies, procedures, and strategies.*Contributing to the development and execution of strategies for service improvements.
SUPERVISORY*Overseeing junior medical staff.*Providing direction and support to the entire team to ensure cohesive operations.
TEACHING, TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES*Facilitating training events for Trauma & Orthopaedics trainees.*Imparting clinical knowledge and experience directly to trainees.*Engaging with the University Of Birmingham School Of Medicine for collaborative training and knowledge exchange
*Actively collaborating with the NIHR for medical advancements.*Pursuing continuous learning and staying updated with the latest in trauma care and orthopaedic procedures.*Encouraging a culture of research and innovation within the department.
*Commitment to the demands of one of the busiest trauma centres in England.*Demonstrating resilience, dedication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.*Upholding the Trust's standards, aiming for excellence in patient care, and striving for continuous improvement.
The University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust seeks a dedicated and proficient professional who can seamlessly integrate into their dynamic environment, upholding the values and standards set by the institution.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MANAGEMENT*Liaising with senior management for service developments and necessary resources.*Ensuring compliance with the Trust's policies, procedures, and strategies.*Contributing to the development and execution of strategies for service improvements.
SUPERVISORY*Overseeing junior medical staff.*Providing direction and support to the entire team to ensure cohesive operations.
TEACHING, TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES*Facilitating training events for Trauma & Orthopaedics trainees.*Imparting clinical knowledge and experience directly to trainees.*Engaging with the University Of Birmingham School Of Medicine for collaborative training and knowledge exchange
*Actively collaborating with the NIHR for medical advancements.*Pursuing continuous learning and staying updated with the latest in trauma care and orthopaedic procedures.*Encouraging a culture of research and innovation within the department.
*Commitment to the demands of one of the busiest trauma centres in England.*Demonstrating resilience, dedication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.*Upholding the Trust's standards, aiming for excellence in patient care, and striving for continuous improvement.
The University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust seeks a dedicated and proficient professional who can seamlessly integrate into their dynamic environment, upholding the values and standards set by the institution.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Medical education qualification
- *GMC Registration
- *Post CCT
- *ATLS or European Trauma Course provider or instructor
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Medical education qualification
- *GMC Registration
- *Post CCT
- *ATLS or European Trauma Course provider or instructor
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
