Job summary
The appointment is to commence ASAP for a fixed term period of 12 months from the date of commencement. FRCS or an overseas equivalent is essential, with a keen plastic surgery subspecialty interest and experience. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required by the date of commencement.
The post is open to applicants requiring GMC sponsorship via the Royal College led MTI route. If the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required and supported. The duties of this post are appropriate to an individual working as a middle grade registrar in plastic surgery.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will carry out their duties under the supervision of the plastic surgery consultants to gain an understanding of the breadth of the specialty. They will attend both trauma and elective outpatient clinics and theatres, review of post operative patients in clinics and the ward as necessary. The timetable will be adjusted as reasonably possible to meet the needs of the appointed practitioner to enable gaining exposure to the breadth of the subspecialty with a regular review.
About us
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.
Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
Unity - Work in partnership with others
Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
The Trust have developed a PROUD Behaviours framework which details specific behaviours we expect to see and do not expect to see, aligned to each of the five PROUD Values.
For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visit www.sth.nhs.uk/about-us
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is ideal for those candidates wishing to pursue a career in Plastic Surgery. There is opportunity within this large and prestigious unit to expand on clinical, operative, educational and academic skills which will assist in becoming competitive for recruitment to higher plastic surgical training programmes.
Ward rounds and trauma conference are held daily at the Northern General Hospital. Under the guidance of the Consultant Staff, the post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of elective and emergency patients as well on the Burns Unit. The successful candidate will, subject to competency, have some independent operating, in the form of minor operating lists, for skin cancer and for trauma, as well as access to lists in the main theatres. Experience in ward rounds, out-patients and operating lists will be obtained at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. On call commitments will cover both the adult hospitals as well as paediatric trauma at the Sheffield Childrens Hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is ideal for those candidates wishing to pursue a career in Plastic Surgery. There is opportunity within this large and prestigious unit to expand on clinical, operative, educational and academic skills which will assist in becoming competitive for recruitment to higher plastic surgical training programmes.
Ward rounds and trauma conference are held daily at the Northern General Hospital. Under the guidance of the Consultant Staff, the post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of elective and emergency patients as well on the Burns Unit. The successful candidate will, subject to competency, have some independent operating, in the form of minor operating lists, for skin cancer and for trauma, as well as access to lists in the main theatres. Experience in ward rounds, out-patients and operating lists will be obtained at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. On call commitments will cover both the adult hospitals as well as paediatric trauma at the Sheffield Childrens Hospital.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Basic Medical Degree
- FRCS/MRCS or equivalent
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate/Basic understanding of research methods and statistics
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 24 months clinical experience in surgical posts including 6 months of Plastic Surgery.
- Capacity to apply sound judgment and prioritise clinical need. Demonstrates appropriate clinical need.
- Demonstrates appropriate technical competence and evidence of development of diagnostic skills and judgment. Validated logbook documentation of surgical exposure to date.
Desirable
- Previous middle grade experience. Attendance at relevant courses eg ATLS, basic surgical skills or equivalent
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Basic Medical Degree
- FRCS/MRCS or equivalent
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate/Basic understanding of research methods and statistics
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 24 months clinical experience in surgical posts including 6 months of Plastic Surgery.
- Capacity to apply sound judgment and prioritise clinical need. Demonstrates appropriate clinical need.
- Demonstrates appropriate technical competence and evidence of development of diagnostic skills and judgment. Validated logbook documentation of surgical exposure to date.
Desirable
- Previous middle grade experience. Attendance at relevant courses eg ATLS, basic surgical skills or equivalent
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013)
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Teaching Hopsitals
Northern General Hospital
Sheffield
S5 7AU
Employer's website
https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
