Job summary
The Rotherham Foundation trust are seeking
motivated applicants to work at core
training level (Junior Clinical Fellows)
as part of the general surgical team.
These posts would be ideal for a candidate that
has completed foundation training and wishes to begin a career in surgery or
has completed core training and wishes to consolidate their clinical and
operative experience. The breadth of experience available would mean
post-holders would be well placed to complete the MRCS.
Main duties of the job
The on call frequency is
currently 1 in 10 covering both General Surgery (and Urology out of hours).
There is a Surgical Admissions Unit available for acute admissions and three
dedicated surgical wards. There is resident middle grade cover 24hrs /day and
consultant services are provided by 11 Consultant Surgeons in General Surgery
and five in Urology.
It is a busy department providing a full range
of elective and non-elective care across breast, upper and lower GI and general
surgery with an emphasis on laparoscopic surgery. The successful candidates
would gain exposure to surgical conditions in clinics, operating theatre and on
the wards.
The surgical division in Rotherham is a
friendly and welcoming environment in which to learn and has a successful track
record in supporting its non-training grade doctors who subsequently apply for
National Training posts.
About us
The Rotherham
NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our
local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the
right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of
Rotherham.
As a Trust we
are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of
everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the
second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a
place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement
overall.
But dont just
take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for
our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and
recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of
patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.
All of our
5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve
our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.
If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us
on our journey to excellence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There are twelve consultant surgeons in
the surgical CSU (clinical service unit). The surgeons are arranged into four
teams (Colorectal, UGI, General and Breast.
The Post
There are
12 Consultant Surgeons together with Specialist Registrars, Core Surgical
Trainees and Foundation Trainees. The department provides a wide range of
in-patient and day case procedures and provides emergency and elective general
surgery services as well as subspecialty services in Colorectal, Breast and
Upper GI. The department has an excellent reputation for laparoscopic surgery and
performs significant numbers of laparoscopic colorectal resections, groin and
ventral hernia repairs and fundoplications each year. The laparoscopic
approach is routine for appendectomy and cholecystectomy (both elective and
emergency). The breast unit perform over 250 cancer resections per year with
both immediate and delayed reconstructions. Complex abdominal wall
reconstructions are undertaken regularly for complex/giant incisional hernia.
Acute Surgical Unit
In 2019
the Trust opened a new Acute Surgical Unit, with bespoke assessment facilities
aimed at maximising our ambulatory care pathways for surgical patients. A
senior surgical assessor reviews patients on presentation and integral
ultrasound assessment speeds diagnosis. It has reduced non-elective admissions
and reduced length of stay. Initially aimed at General Surgery patients, work
is underway to broaden the approach to other surgical specialities who could
take advantage of the facilities and ambulatory pathways.
UROLOGY
Clinical Lead: Mr Ali Fani
The
department has 5 Consultants (including Trust Locum Consultants and one agency
Locum) plus Specialty and Foundation Trainees. Activity includes outpatient,
day case surgery, inpatient elective procedures and emergency admissions
ON-CALL
The rota
is compliant with the new contract and is a 1 in 9 full shift rota. Post
holders will be expected to co-operate in the introduction of new ways of
working and monitoring processes with the support of the junior medical
doctors. Patients requiring major vascular procedures are transferred to the
Sheffield Vascular Institute, which also provides emergency vascular cover.
The ST3+
and equivalents cover urology admissions out of hours and are expected to
liaise with the consultant urologist who is on call 24/7 if there are
urological problems. There is a daily (including weekends) consultant-led
urology ward round.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
The successful
candidates will have access to all resources currently available in the Trust.
This will involve Library and Knowledge Services, e-learning resources,
Clinical Skills Training programmes, simulation training and other opportunities.
Induction will be
provided covering both generic and specialty specific requirements. For new
starters in the UK there will be a one-week programme in PGME prior to starting
clinical duties to prepare the post holder for practice in the UK. This may be
extended according to individual needs. Initial work in clinical areas would be
supernumerary until the Clinical Supervisor agrees the doctor is ready to do on
call.
The post holders will
be expected to develop a portfolio showing on-going professional development
and can access support from PGME to do this. The post holders will have a named
Educational Supervisor, with whom they will meet on a regular basis for
appraisal. They will agree to a Personal Development Plan and receive
assessment in the workplace and regular feedback, including multisource
feedback.
Each clinical
department will provide access to in-house teaching equivalent to training
grade doctors. It is intended that a monthly teaching session for doctors on
this rotation will be established.
Funding for external
study leave may be available from the department equivalent in value to career
grade staff employed by the Trust.
General
Clinical Governance
1.
In conjunction with Consultant colleagues, to
ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
Any Other Duties
2.
Any other duties as deemed appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There are twelve consultant surgeons in
the surgical CSU (clinical service unit). The surgeons are arranged into four
teams (Colorectal, UGI, General and Breast.
The Post
There are
12 Consultant Surgeons together with Specialist Registrars, Core Surgical
Trainees and Foundation Trainees. The department provides a wide range of
in-patient and day case procedures and provides emergency and elective general
surgery services as well as subspecialty services in Colorectal, Breast and
Upper GI. The department has an excellent reputation for laparoscopic surgery and
performs significant numbers of laparoscopic colorectal resections, groin and
ventral hernia repairs and fundoplications each year. The laparoscopic
approach is routine for appendectomy and cholecystectomy (both elective and
emergency). The breast unit perform over 250 cancer resections per year with
both immediate and delayed reconstructions. Complex abdominal wall
reconstructions are undertaken regularly for complex/giant incisional hernia.
Acute Surgical Unit
In 2019
the Trust opened a new Acute Surgical Unit, with bespoke assessment facilities
aimed at maximising our ambulatory care pathways for surgical patients. A
senior surgical assessor reviews patients on presentation and integral
ultrasound assessment speeds diagnosis. It has reduced non-elective admissions
and reduced length of stay. Initially aimed at General Surgery patients, work
is underway to broaden the approach to other surgical specialities who could
take advantage of the facilities and ambulatory pathways.
UROLOGY
Clinical Lead: Mr Ali Fani
The
department has 5 Consultants (including Trust Locum Consultants and one agency
Locum) plus Specialty and Foundation Trainees. Activity includes outpatient,
day case surgery, inpatient elective procedures and emergency admissions
ON-CALL
The rota
is compliant with the new contract and is a 1 in 9 full shift rota. Post
holders will be expected to co-operate in the introduction of new ways of
working and monitoring processes with the support of the junior medical
doctors. Patients requiring major vascular procedures are transferred to the
Sheffield Vascular Institute, which also provides emergency vascular cover.
The ST3+
and equivalents cover urology admissions out of hours and are expected to
liaise with the consultant urologist who is on call 24/7 if there are
urological problems. There is a daily (including weekends) consultant-led
urology ward round.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
The successful
candidates will have access to all resources currently available in the Trust.
This will involve Library and Knowledge Services, e-learning resources,
Clinical Skills Training programmes, simulation training and other opportunities.
Induction will be
provided covering both generic and specialty specific requirements. For new
starters in the UK there will be a one-week programme in PGME prior to starting
clinical duties to prepare the post holder for practice in the UK. This may be
extended according to individual needs. Initial work in clinical areas would be
supernumerary until the Clinical Supervisor agrees the doctor is ready to do on
call.
The post holders will
be expected to develop a portfolio showing on-going professional development
and can access support from PGME to do this. The post holders will have a named
Educational Supervisor, with whom they will meet on a regular basis for
appraisal. They will agree to a Personal Development Plan and receive
assessment in the workplace and regular feedback, including multisource
feedback.
Each clinical
department will provide access to in-house teaching equivalent to training
grade doctors. It is intended that a monthly teaching session for doctors on
this rotation will be established.
Funding for external
study leave may be available from the department equivalent in value to career
grade staff employed by the Trust.
General
Clinical Governance
1.
In conjunction with Consultant colleagues, to
ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
Any Other Duties
2.
Any other duties as deemed appropriate.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS experience at Junior Clinical Fellow level Clinical attachments are NOT sufficient
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies or equivalent
Desirable
- Subspecialty training or equivalent
Ability/skills
Essential
- Specific skills required to undertake the role above those required by the GMC standards.
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- MBBS Medical Degree
- Possession of MRCS (or equivalent)
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS experience at Junior Clinical Fellow level Clinical attachments are NOT sufficient
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies or equivalent
Desirable
- Subspecialty training or equivalent
Ability/skills
Essential
- Specific skills required to undertake the role above those required by the GMC standards.
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- MBBS Medical Degree
- Possession of MRCS (or equivalent)
Desirable
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).
