Job summary
The Orthopaedics Department are seeking to appoint a Junior Clinical
Fellow for a period of 12 months to commence as soon as possible. Following the
previous successful recruitment campaign at Rotherham, we are now looking to
provide an additional job vacancy in the Department of Trauma &
Orthopaedics.
The successful candidate will participate in day to day care for
elective and trauma inpatients. There will be an opportunity to assist in
theatre on a weekly basis along with outpatient clinics. The successful
candidate will participate in the first on call rota, supported by the ST3+
Higher. You will be encouraged and expected to conduct audit projects.
Although this post is not formally recognised for Specialist Medical Training,
the post holder will be both expected to, and supported in, taking either the
MRCS or completing a MCh (Orth) Degree. Active participation in the audit
programme is mandatory. Participation in the ISCP assessment system is
anticipated and fully supported by the Department.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic group of consultants
within the Trauma and Orthopaedic Department. There are 16 Consultant Orthopaedic
Surgeons specialising in a variety of procedures, such as hip, knee, shoulder,
elbow and hand surgery and an Orthopaedic Service for children. The department
is also supported by one Associate Specialist, four Specialty Doctors, two Wrightington
Fellows, five higher surgical trainees, GPST Trainee, 4 Junior Clinical
Fellows (ST1-2 Level), one Lower Level Trust F2 Doctor and two Foundation Year
1 Trainees through Health Education England. The Advanced Clinical
Practitioners also support the SHO tier rota.
The Department has regular teaching sessions and are committed to
further education to assist with the successful candidates career progression.
We have Associate Teaching Hospital status with the University of Sheffield and
strong links with the South Yorkshire Orthopaedic Training programme with
strong representation in the Deanery.
In joining this Trauma and Orthopaedic Service at The Rotherham NHS
Foundation Trust the successful candidate will be working with a nationally
acclaimed training unit which produces and retains some of the best trained and
qualified Surgeons in the country. To name just some of our successes:
Consultants awarded trainer of the year for the South Yorkshire
Orthopaedic rotation
Clinical Trainer award, voted by medical students has been awarded to
another Consultant.
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 two, adjacent, Orthopaedic wards
with 27 and 33 beds respectively; one ward is for elective surgery and the
other for emergency admissions.
Outpatient sessions are conducted in the
Orthopaedic/Fracture clinic suite that lies adjacent to the Accident and
Emergency and Radiology departments. The department treats musculo-skeletal
disorders and injuries in adults and children of all ages. We provide a trauma
service, after initial assessment and resuscitation in the Accident and
Emergency Department, for all patients who have sustained a recent injury.
The department has regular teaching
sessions and are committed to further education to assist with your career
progression. We have associated teaching hospital status with the University of
Sheffield and strong links with the South Yorkshire Orthopaedic Training
programme since the Education Training Programme Director works here.
In joining this Trauma and Orthopaedic
Service at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust you will be working with
nationally acclaimed training unit which produces and retains some of the best
trained and qualified Surgeons in the country.
Main duties & responsibilities, management of patients
on the elective and non-elective orthopaedic wards. This post includes call
duties that are supervised by a registrar.
No previous orthopaedic experience is required but would be
an advantage. This post is a starting
position in a speciality and the post holder will be supported by the wider team. Previous experience in general medicine would
also be an advantage.
Many of our previous appointments have gone on to further
surgical training, others have used the opportunity to gain experience in
managing musculoskeletal problems. This post would suit someone at F3 level.
Expected roles includes:
Processing patient results
Attending ward rounds
Observing in clinic and theatres
Maintaining relevant clinical documentation
Taking part in the SHO/ANP on call
Liaising with UECC to enable efficient patient
flow
General Clinical Governance (in conjunction with
Consultant colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance
are met)
Any other duties as deemed appropriate
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 two, adjacent, Orthopaedic wards
with 27 and 33 beds respectively; one ward is for elective surgery and the
other for emergency admissions.
Outpatient sessions are conducted in the
Orthopaedic/Fracture clinic suite that lies adjacent to the Accident and
Emergency and Radiology departments. The department treats musculo-skeletal
disorders and injuries in adults and children of all ages. We provide a trauma
service, after initial assessment and resuscitation in the Accident and
Emergency Department, for all patients who have sustained a recent injury.
The department has regular teaching
sessions and are committed to further education to assist with your career
progression. We have associated teaching hospital status with the University of
Sheffield and strong links with the South Yorkshire Orthopaedic Training
programme since the Education Training Programme Director works here.
In joining this Trauma and Orthopaedic
Service at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust you will be working with
nationally acclaimed training unit which produces and retains some of the best
trained and qualified Surgeons in the country.
Main duties & responsibilities, management of patients
on the elective and non-elective orthopaedic wards. This post includes call
duties that are supervised by a registrar.
No previous orthopaedic experience is required but would be
an advantage. This post is a starting
position in a speciality and the post holder will be supported by the wider team. Previous experience in general medicine would
also be an advantage.
Many of our previous appointments have gone on to further
surgical training, others have used the opportunity to gain experience in
managing musculoskeletal problems. This post would suit someone at F3 level.
Expected roles includes:
Processing patient results
Attending ward rounds
Observing in clinic and theatres
Maintaining relevant clinical documentation
Taking part in the SHO/ANP on call
Liaising with UECC to enable efficient patient
flow
General Clinical Governance (in conjunction with
Consultant colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance
are met)
Any other duties as deemed appropriate
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
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS experience at Junior Clinical Fellow level
- Foundation programme or equivalent. Including a minimum of 4 months experience in orthopaedics and trauma, including an on call commitment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC Number
- MBBS Medical Degree
Clinical skills
Essential
- Good record keeping
- Mastery of basic skills with adults
- (history, examination, bloods,
- cannulation)
- Basic life support skills
Desirable
- Previous use of electronic medical systems.
Person Specification
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS experience at Junior Clinical Fellow level
- Foundation programme or equivalent. Including a minimum of 4 months experience in orthopaedics and trauma, including an on call commitment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC
- Please confirm your GMC Number
- MBBS Medical Degree
Clinical skills
Essential
- Good record keeping
- Mastery of basic skills with adults
- (history, examination, bloods,
- cannulation)
- Basic life support skills
Desirable
- Previous use of electronic medical systems.
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).
