Trust Doctor - Trauma & Orthopaedics

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 06 May 2025

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Specialty Registrar at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust.

The successful candidate will complement our existing cohort of ST3+, Speciality and Staff Grade Doctors, supporting a team of 27 Consultant Orthopaedic surgeons working across both trust sites, assisting in trauma and elective theatres, supporting clinics and providing cover to orthopaedic wards and front of house services.

The post is classed as non-training grade, however, the department is fully committed to provide equivalent training opportunities to the post-holder with a named clinical supervisor and regular appraisals. There is great opportunity to be involved with departmental audit, research and quality improvement projects. The successful candidate will gain excellent clinical experience and have the opportunity to further their skills and assist in both trauma and elective theatres and fracture and elective clinics.

Main duties of the job

The STSFT Trauma and Orthopaedics service provides services to the populations of South Tyneside and Sunderland delivered from two hospital sites, South Tyneside District hospital and Sunderland Royal hospital. The department provides services across the full range of orthopaedic sub-specialties within Orthopaedics including spinal surgery and paediatrics, and the post-holder will have exposure to a varied case mix. We are supported by an Orthogeriatric team, a team of Orthopaedic Practitioners and specialist physiotherapists, and a team providing Trauma Co-ordination and Fracture Liaison services.

The successful candidate will be expected to work within a clinical governance framework, having an active role in clinical risk management, audit and the annual assessment and appraisal process. The post-holder will be based at one of our two main hospital sites (posts are available on both sites), although flexibility to cover across sites will be required. Once in post, the successful applicant will be expected to be a part of the Orthopaedic on call middle grade rota. At Sunderland Royal Hospital this is a 1/13 resident rota, whilst at South Tyneside it is a 1/5 nn-resident rota.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

23 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 to £70,425 a year Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-GSMD-0425-41

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Trust Doctor will be supervised by one of the Trauma & Orthopaedic Consultants and will provide high quality clinical care on a daily basis within out patient settings, in-patient ward areas and theatre facilities. Ensure patient risk is reduced by ensuring timely, effective and efficient quality care highlighting any concerns to senior staff as necessary. The post holder will be encouraged and supported to take on a lead role in supporting the junior doctors within the Directorate over the course of the year. The main focus of the position will be on clinical activity.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Extensive experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics in the UK.
Ability to manage Trauma emergencies.
Log book.
Evidence of current professional development and willingness to undertake further training.

Desirable

Demonstrable experience of audit management.
Participates well in a team Clinical Audit.

Skills and abilities

Essential

Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
Presentation skills.
IT Skills .

Desirable

Evidence of audit.

Qualifications

Essential

Current GMC Registration.
MRCS or equivalent.

Desirable

Up to date ATLS certificate.

Personal attributes

Essential

Ability to work in a team.
Enquiring critical approach to work.
Commitment to CME.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Extensive experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics in the UK.
Ability to manage Trauma emergencies.
Log book.
Evidence of current professional development and willingness to undertake further training.

Desirable

Demonstrable experience of audit management.
Participates well in a team Clinical Audit.

Skills and abilities

Essential

Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
Presentation skills.
IT Skills .

Desirable

Evidence of audit.

Qualifications

Essential

Current GMC Registration.
MRCS or equivalent.

Desirable

Up to date ATLS certificate.

Personal attributes

Essential

Ability to work in a team.
Enquiring critical approach to work.
Commitment to CME.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).