Job summary
PLEASE NOTE - This Vacancy is only available to current employees of STSFT and Doctors employed by the LET based at STSFT.
Applications are invited for the post of Trust Doctor in Vascular
Surgery (SHO equivalent). The successful applicant will participate in an
on-call rota working across the Vascular, General Surgery and Urology
Directorates, whilst providing elective support to the vascular team.
This post represents an excellent opportunity for both aspiring
surgical trainees and those withing to gain further exposure to a surgical
specialty experience in a large acute hospital gaining wide experience in
emergency and elective practice.
The successful applicant will be guided in their development by an
Educational and Clinical Supervisor, and will have access to a range of
educational opportunities both formal and ad hoc. The post holder will participate
in the shared on-call commitments and be expected to attend regular scheduled
and emergency theatre cases. They have the opportunity to attend departmental
surgery teaching sessions, in addition to participation at Morbidity and
Mortality meetings and presentation of audit to peers.
As are one of only three tertiary centres for vascular services in
the North East, our scope of practice covers the breadth of vascular surgery
offering our patient population treatments for aortic aneurysms (both open
and endovascular), carotid disease, peripheral vascular disease, renal
access and endovenous treatments for varicose veins.
Main duties of the job
This is a 12 months fixed term post from August 2026.
To provide daily high
quality clinical care within, inpatient ward areas, outpatient settings and
theatre facilities.
For the
day-to-day role the post holder is expected to be present on the daily ward
rounds for managing patient care and assisting the
ST3+,SpN and FY1 in performing daily patient tasks, including
routine ward jobs, patient clerking, ordering appropriate
investigations,obtaining results,liaising with
other specialties and formulating management plans in a supervised
capacity.
The Post holder
is expected (and will be rotad) to attend regular theatre sessions, along with
the opportunity to join emergency cases with the on-call team. There will be
opportunities to learn and develop surgical skills along with assisting and
performing surgical procedures with appropriate supervision throughout this
post. The on-call commitment, as outlined,will further help develop
knowledge and skill in basic general surgical and urological conditions.
Attendance at
out-patient clinics is encouraged for focused history taking and examination,
together with discussion of investigations and
definitive routine patient management.
As a
dynamic and forward thinking unit there are ample opportunities to help build
and develop a CV to support a surgical career with audit, research and QI
projects. We have a strong record of previous applicants attaining CST or
higher surgical training posts.
About us
Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.
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 us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 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. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To provide high quality clinical care on a
daily basis within, inpatient ward areas, outpatient settings and theatre
facilities.
To ensure timely,
effective and efficient quality patient care highlighting any concerns to
senior staff as necessary.
To assist/undertake
supervised surgical procedures where instructed / trained to do so, in
elective and emergency situations.
To assist consultant staff in theatre, working
within boundaries of own limitations and GMC guidance.
To contribute to research and development
within the Directorate in vascular surgery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To provide high quality clinical care on a
daily basis within, inpatient ward areas, outpatient settings and theatre
facilities.
To ensure timely,
effective and efficient quality patient care highlighting any concerns to
senior staff as necessary.
To assist/undertake
supervised surgical procedures where instructed / trained to do so, in
elective and emergency situations.
To assist consultant staff in theatre, working
within boundaries of own limitations and GMC guidance.
To contribute to research and development
within the Directorate in vascular surgery.
Person Specification
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Competent to work under supervision.
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination.
- Experience if clinical risk management.
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills (Oral and written).
- Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
- Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
- Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
Desirable
- Ability to research medical literature.
- Information Technology skills.
Teaching / Research / Audit
Essential
- Willingness to be involved in undergraduate and appropriate postgraduate teaching.
- Desire to make use of locally provided medical education.
- Evidence of audit experience.
- Understanding of principles and values of audit.
Desirable
- Evidence of exposure to different groups/teaching methods.
- Research experience.
- Evidence of audit experience.
- Specific understanding of own audit projects.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good basic general medical knowledge.
- Appropriate defined level of clinical knowledge and clinical competence.
- Shows awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Demonstrate breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty/medicine.
- Demonstrates use of evidence-based practice.
Personality / Attitude
Essential
- Empathy.
- Non-judgmental.
- Enthusiasm for learning.
- Awareness of own limitations.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Person Specification
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Competent to work under supervision.
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination.
- Experience if clinical risk management.
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills (Oral and written).
- Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
- Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
- Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
Desirable
- Ability to research medical literature.
- Information Technology skills.
Teaching / Research / Audit
Essential
- Willingness to be involved in undergraduate and appropriate postgraduate teaching.
- Desire to make use of locally provided medical education.
- Evidence of audit experience.
- Understanding of principles and values of audit.
Desirable
- Evidence of exposure to different groups/teaching methods.
- Research experience.
- Evidence of audit experience.
- Specific understanding of own audit projects.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good basic general medical knowledge.
- Appropriate defined level of clinical knowledge and clinical competence.
- Shows awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Demonstrate breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty/medicine.
- Demonstrates use of evidence-based practice.
Personality / Attitude
Essential
- Empathy.
- Non-judgmental.
- Enthusiasm for learning.
- Awareness of own limitations.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
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).
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