Job summary
The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Permanent Speciality Doctor in Orthopaedics.
This position provides an excellent opportunity to actively contribute to the further development of a modern Trauma & Orthopaedics service. The Trust is a highly regarded hospital with its wide range of acute and community services, which will afford high professional visibility. The successful candidate will have a first-class opportunity to build a strong reputation asa Speciality Doctor.
This position provides an excellent opportunity to actively contribute to the further development of the Orthopaedic and Trauma service within this Trust. The department serves a population of approximately 230,000 with a typical case mix for a District General Hospital. The Trust is forward-looking and highly regarded within the local region. The James Paget University Hospital is modern with state of the art scanning and diagnostics.
Main duties of the job
The Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery
The Orthopaedic department comprises two wards with 42 beds, 3 dedicated theatres and an outpatient department. In addition there is access to wards for children, young adults and day cases. More than 14,000 operations are performed each year of which approximately 70% are day cases. Regional specialist facilities for spinal plastic surgery and vascular surgery exist at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital. Neurosurgery is undertaken at Addenbrookes hospital, Cambridge. Severe, chronic spinal Injuries are referred to Lodge Moor, Sheffield.
There is a fully equipped plaster room staffed by 2 experienced technicians. The Orthotics department is also attached to the outpatient unit.
The Orthopaedic department is supported by a well equipped diagnostic imaging department providing all the standard diagnostic imaging facilities including Helical CT, MR scanner and ultra-sound
The hospital has a good Physiotherapy department. There are also facilities at Lowestoft, Great Yarmouth, Beccles, Halesworth, Southwold and the GP Practices.
About us
The Trust provides comprehensive acute care for the population of Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and the South Waveney area and for many visitors to the area. This acute care provided from the James Paget University Hospital site at Gorleston is supported by other community services at the Newberry Centre, Kirkley Rise North Lowestoft and outreach clinics.
The Trust serves a population of approximately 230,000. We are a University Hospital with a medical school, training the next generation of health professionals and developing research.
The James Paget University Hospital is a high performing hospital with a history of strong performance both financially and in terms of achieving national and local targets. There is a close working relationship between staff and management with a strong culture of team working which contributes to a friendly working environment. The Trust has successfully undertaken several national pilots.
Developing our New Hospital
The Trust has been selected as one of the sites for a new hospital build by the government, with construction beginning in the next five years. More details and plans can be found on our website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties
- The post holder will join, the current workforce of the Trauma & Orthopaedics department, which has 10 Consultants, 6 Speciality Doctors and 2 SPRs and 2 Associate Specialists. The department also have 10 Junior Doctors (FY2, Core Surgical Trainees, and Clinical Fellows).
- The clinical duties of the post will consist of theatre and outpatient sessions. There will be ward rounds with the Consultant and junior medical staff. The successful candidate will attend Department meetings and will be expected to participate in audit / research, teaching and training of medical students and junior medical staff.
- Although each firm is Consultant led, the successful applicant will be expected to operate independently on both trauma and elective cases (including joint replacement surgery). It is desirable to have developed a special interest and to have an interest in research and audit. This post gives a valuable opportunity for the successful candidate to work towards Article 14 conversion.
- The department operate a trauma week system with a frequency of 1 in 8. The On-call team (consultant, middle grade and junior) admit patients from Friday to Friday. The successful applicant will be non-resident on-call over the weekend (Friday Monday) and once overnight during the week. No elective activity occurs during this week. (add the timetable for the on call week p14 here)
- Out of hours, the Trust operates a Hospital at Night system and the FY2/ST1/ST2 orthopaedic trainees participate in this rota.
- The successful candidate will be expected to supply cover for his or her colleagues on a mutually agreed basis for annual leave and other authorised absence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties
- The post holder will join, the current workforce of the Trauma & Orthopaedics department, which has 10 Consultants, 6 Speciality Doctors and 2 SPRs and 2 Associate Specialists. The department also have 10 Junior Doctors (FY2, Core Surgical Trainees, and Clinical Fellows).
- The clinical duties of the post will consist of theatre and outpatient sessions. There will be ward rounds with the Consultant and junior medical staff. The successful candidate will attend Department meetings and will be expected to participate in audit / research, teaching and training of medical students and junior medical staff.
- Although each firm is Consultant led, the successful applicant will be expected to operate independently on both trauma and elective cases (including joint replacement surgery). It is desirable to have developed a special interest and to have an interest in research and audit. This post gives a valuable opportunity for the successful candidate to work towards Article 14 conversion.
- The department operate a trauma week system with a frequency of 1 in 8. The On-call team (consultant, middle grade and junior) admit patients from Friday to Friday. The successful applicant will be non-resident on-call over the weekend (Friday Monday) and once overnight during the week. No elective activity occurs during this week. (add the timetable for the on call week p14 here)
- Out of hours, the Trust operates a Hospital at Night system and the FY2/ST1/ST2 orthopaedic trainees participate in this rota.
- The successful candidate will be expected to supply cover for his or her colleagues on a mutually agreed basis for annual leave and other authorised absence.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or Basic Medical Degree
- MRCS or equivalent or Mch Orthopaedics or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Wide experience in Orthopaedics
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialty
- A minimum of 3 years experience at SHO level or higher
- Proven clinical experience and training in Orthopaedics
- Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively
- Able to plan and develop a modern service in keeping with current trends
- Willingness to participate in and lead a multi disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
Desirable
- Good experience in Trauma and Joint Anthroplasty
- Experience of committee work/project management
- Development of a special interest
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Ability to use research outcomes in clinical practice
- Familiarity with conducting clinical audit
- Knowledge of using evidence base to support decision making
Desirable
- Involvement in research projects and published papers
Key Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, laboratory staff, and other staff and agencies
- Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively.
- Energy and enthusiasm to contribute to the education of Medical Students
- Willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
- Experience in teaching junior medical staff
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable
- Willing to undertake some management and/or administrative duties
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Formal training in teaching skills
Other
Essential
- Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives' dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefs
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations
- Good previous attendance record
- Physically fit for post. Completion of Trust's Occupational Health assessment. Full immunisation status including Hep B & Hep C status
- Satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure and/or Certificate of Good Conduct (Police Check) from country of residence
Desirable
- Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the post
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or Basic Medical Degree
- MRCS or equivalent or Mch Orthopaedics or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Wide experience in Orthopaedics
- Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialty
- A minimum of 3 years experience at SHO level or higher
- Proven clinical experience and training in Orthopaedics
- Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively
- Able to plan and develop a modern service in keeping with current trends
- Willingness to participate in and lead a multi disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
Desirable
- Good experience in Trauma and Joint Anthroplasty
- Experience of committee work/project management
- Development of a special interest
Academic Achievements
Essential
- Ability to use research outcomes in clinical practice
- Familiarity with conducting clinical audit
- Knowledge of using evidence base to support decision making
Desirable
- Involvement in research projects and published papers
Key Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, laboratory staff, and other staff and agencies
- Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively.
- Energy and enthusiasm to contribute to the education of Medical Students
- Willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
- Experience in teaching junior medical staff
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable
- Willing to undertake some management and/or administrative duties
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Formal training in teaching skills
Other
Essential
- Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives' dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefs
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations
- Good previous attendance record
- Physically fit for post. Completion of Trust's Occupational Health assessment. Full immunisation status including Hep B & Hep C status
- Satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure and/or Certificate of Good Conduct (Police Check) from country of residence
Desirable
- Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the post
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).
