Junior Clinical Fellow in Orthopaedics
The closing date is 20 May 2025
Job summary
This is an established post, bringing the complement of CT1/2 equivalents with the Department of Orthopaedics to 8 junior fellows in Denmark Hill site. We also have seven NTN registrars who are part of the South East Thomas Orthopaedics Training Programme. There are 11 Senior Clinical Fellows who are all post FRCS (T&O). There are 8 FY1 trainees at Denmark Hill. The successful candidate is expected to supervise the FY1 as well as having duties in outpatients, theatres and cover for the ED.
Main duties of the job
Together with other colleagues to provide a service for patients. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group.
Shared responsibility for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues' periods of annual leave and short-term sickness.
Contribution to audit and clinical governance programmes.
Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Care Group management team.
Contribute to the Care Group research interests in accordance with the Trust's R&D framework.
Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programs and learning from Deaths.
Conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan for service(s).
Work in conjunction with clinical and other professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff within the specialty is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process for peers and/or junior colleagues.
Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies
Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety.
About us
The Department has its own well developed audit programme and there is a monthly audit meeting at which major topics are discussed, which results in changes in practice and procedures. The post holder will be expected to undertake at least one audit project in their first 6 months.
Details
Date posted
19 May 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£49,909 to £69,198 a year per annum, Plus London Zone
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
213-DH-7215925
Job locations
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark Hill
Camberwell
SE5 9RS
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark Hill
Camberwell
SE5 9RS
Employer's website
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