Job summary
Applications are
invited for the post of Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, with an elective
interest in Foot and Ankle, at South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust
on a permanent basis. This is an additional post, joining our current team of 3
Foot & Ankle surgeons.
The successful
candidate will also have an interest in Trauma Surgery, and will join a team of
25 consultant orthopaedic surgeons working across both Trust sites.
The successful
applicant will be expected to build an elective practice in Foot & Ankle,
and will be expected to be a part of the general orthopaedic on-call Trauma rota.
Applicants
should hold a CCT in Orthopaedics (or equivalent) or be within 6 months of CCT
at the time of interview.
This post is subject to satisfactory DBS (formally
CRB) check at Enhanced Level
Further Information: Informal enquiries are welcomed; please
contact Mr. Paul Dixon, Clinical Director via 0191 5699813
Interview
date TBC
Main duties of the job
The successful
candidate will be joining the established Foot and Ankle team at STSFT, which
currently comprises of three consultants, with support from the wider nursing
and therapy teams.
The successful
candidate will have an interest in Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics, and it is
expected that this likely to make up all of the elective practice. Established
or development of relevant special interest within Foot and Ankle orthopaedics
would be encouraged.
Further
information on each of these areas can be provided on request and potential
applicants are encouraged to contact Mr Paul Dixon, Clinical Director to
discuss their personal circumstances.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will join the existing team of 25 Trauma and Orthopaedic
Consultants. Overall responsibilities include assisting the department in
coordinating and delivering the strategic and operational aspects of Trauma and
Orthopaedic services to the surrounding population.
The
post holder is expected to possess FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent and to be
on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of taking up the post. Fellowship
training covering foot and ankle trauma and elective foot and ankle surgery is
an essential requirement for this post, and additional training in the
management of general trauma would be desirable.
The
post holder is expected to attend the bi-monthly Directorate meetings and take
part in monthly Audit and Clinical Governance meetings and related activities.
The post-holder will undergo annual appraisal and 5 yearly revalidation in line
with GMC requirements. The post holder will also be expected to develop the
service in keeping with national guidance and local needs.
The
appointee will be expected to provide advice for subspecialist trauma as required
and surgical provision for more complex foot and ankle trauma. The appointee
will be expected to work closely with colleagues for further foot & ankle
elective service expansion. The appointee will be expected to provide a
supportive role in the diabetic foot service by attending regular vascular /
podiatry MDT meetings and helping to develop the service from an orthopaedic
perspective.
The
appointee will be expected to undergo continuing medical education in
accordance with the guidelines agreed by the Royal College of Surgeons and the
post-holder will be entitled and encouraged to take appropriate study
leave.
The
T&O Department regularly receives medical students from the Universities of
Newcastle upon Tyne and Sunderland and the post-holder will be expected to
assist with their teaching.
The
final Job Plan will be agreed in discussion between the successful candidate
and the Clinical Director and will be subject to Annual Review.
PLEASE SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will join the existing team of 25 Trauma and Orthopaedic
Consultants. Overall responsibilities include assisting the department in
coordinating and delivering the strategic and operational aspects of Trauma and
Orthopaedic services to the surrounding population.
The
post holder is expected to possess FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent and to be
on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of taking up the post. Fellowship
training covering foot and ankle trauma and elective foot and ankle surgery is
an essential requirement for this post, and additional training in the
management of general trauma would be desirable.
The
post holder is expected to attend the bi-monthly Directorate meetings and take
part in monthly Audit and Clinical Governance meetings and related activities.
The post-holder will undergo annual appraisal and 5 yearly revalidation in line
with GMC requirements. The post holder will also be expected to develop the
service in keeping with national guidance and local needs.
The
appointee will be expected to provide advice for subspecialist trauma as required
and surgical provision for more complex foot and ankle trauma. The appointee
will be expected to work closely with colleagues for further foot & ankle
elective service expansion. The appointee will be expected to provide a
supportive role in the diabetic foot service by attending regular vascular /
podiatry MDT meetings and helping to develop the service from an orthopaedic
perspective.
The
appointee will be expected to undergo continuing medical education in
accordance with the guidelines agreed by the Royal College of Surgeons and the
post-holder will be entitled and encouraged to take appropriate study
leave.
The
T&O Department regularly receives medical students from the Universities of
Newcastle upon Tyne and Sunderland and the post-holder will be expected to
assist with their teaching.
The
final Job Plan will be agreed in discussion between the successful candidate
and the Clinical Director and will be subject to Annual Review.
PLEASE SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification
- Full GMC registration
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of the AAC [there is flexibility with the 6-month period with Executive Medical Director approval]
- Candidates are expected to be holders of the FRCS (Orth)
Desirable
- Completion of Fellowship in Trauma
- Have been involved in academic research as part of their training and have both presented and published peer reviewed articles.
- Up-to-date ATLS certificate, preferably with instructor status
Teaching and Education
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills
Desirable
- Qualification in medical education
Audit and Research
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice
- Involvement in quality improvement measures
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area
- Good presentation skills
- Experience of clinical research
Desirable
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals
Experience
Essential
- Have undertaken and completed a recognised fellowship in the sub-specialist interests.
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues
- Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills
Desirable
- Ability to undertake treatment of conditions of all complexities for elective and trauma conditions.
- Competence with frame management of complex hindfoot trauma.
- Involvement in MDT management of diabetic feet.
- Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals
- Management course and / or certificate
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
- Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
- Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary medical qualification
- Full GMC registration
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of the AAC [there is flexibility with the 6-month period with Executive Medical Director approval]
- Candidates are expected to be holders of the FRCS (Orth)
Desirable
- Completion of Fellowship in Trauma
- Have been involved in academic research as part of their training and have both presented and published peer reviewed articles.
- Up-to-date ATLS certificate, preferably with instructor status
Teaching and Education
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills
Desirable
- Qualification in medical education
Audit and Research
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice
- Involvement in quality improvement measures
- Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area
- Good presentation skills
- Experience of clinical research
Desirable
- Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals
Experience
Essential
- Have undertaken and completed a recognised fellowship in the sub-specialist interests.
- Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues
- Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills
Desirable
- Ability to undertake treatment of conditions of all complexities for elective and trauma conditions.
- Competence with frame management of complex hindfoot trauma.
- Involvement in MDT management of diabetic feet.
- Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals
- Management course and / or certificate
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
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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