Job summary
The unit manages Trauma, Congenital Abnormalities, Head and Neck Surgery limited to block dissection, skin cancer, facial reanimation, Breast Reconstruction and provides an acute and elective hand service as well as dealing with miscellaneous "healing problems". Major burns, cleft lip and palate cases are referred to the Regional Centre at QEHB and Birmingham Children's Hospital respectively.
The Department has close links with Dermatology, Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Orthopaedics, General Surgery (particularly Breast Cancer surgery), Paediatrics, Cardiothoracic and Neurosurgery (UHCW), Occupational Therapy (particularly in relation to hand cases), Physiotherapy and Breast Care Nurses.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the post holder will include:
- Responsibility for assisting in providing plastic surgical services to the Trust
- Examining and clerking in patients prior to both elective and emergency procedures
- Supporting the Consultant led ward round each morning Monday - Friday
- Taking responsibility for inpatient care on the ward alongside the Advanced Clinical Practitioners and Senior Wound Care Nurse
- Completing discharge summaries and request forms for investigation
- Supporting a 1 in 4 SHO level oncall rota
- Active involvement and participation in the clinical audit programme
- Delivery of emergency care in the Hand Assessment Unit
- Supporting the operating teams in theatre and treatment rooms.
Rota
The SHO level rota runs on a rolling 4 week plan and does not include night working. The hours for each day are;
- On Call - 0730 - 2030
- Normal Working Day 0800 - 1700
As the on call you will be expected to respond to the Emergency Department and Ward based escalations. As part of a normal working day we anticipate that following ward rounds you will the opportunity to attend theatres and clinics.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Training
Experience will be provided within theatres and the OPD clinics, where there is ample opportunity to gain experience in a Consultant led environment.
Weekly teaching sessions will take place every Friday morning with Consultant support within the department. Although not a training post, the role will be identical to those of CT1 and CT2 trainees on rotation.
Research
Junior Fellows are actively encouraged to develop and complete a research project during their attachment and to link with the Consultant academic lead within the department. Educational support will be provided separately by an assigned supervisor. There is scope for research to be linked to a postgraduate qualification once in post.
Teaching
The post holder will be required to participate fully in the education and training of medical students, trainee doctors, paramedical, nursing and other appropriate personnel.
General
Whilst in post Junior Fellows will complete the annual appraisal process and work towards revalidation. Completion of all mandatory training required by the Trust goes some way towards ensuring positive appraisal outcomes.
It is expected that post holder will keep up to date with both internal and external continuous professional development. Study Leave can be requested for specific training needs that will provide benefit to your role and progression, which can be raised with your education supervisor and clinical lead.
Attendance of departmental meetings is essential and active involvement is prompted.
Active engagement in developing local and Trust policy in relation to patient care will also be encouraged.
Junior Fellows will complete the majority of clinical activities whilst based at the main UHCW site in Coventry.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Training
Experience will be provided within theatres and the OPD clinics, where there is ample opportunity to gain experience in a Consultant led environment.
Weekly teaching sessions will take place every Friday morning with Consultant support within the department. Although not a training post, the role will be identical to those of CT1 and CT2 trainees on rotation.
Research
Junior Fellows are actively encouraged to develop and complete a research project during their attachment and to link with the Consultant academic lead within the department. Educational support will be provided separately by an assigned supervisor. There is scope for research to be linked to a postgraduate qualification once in post.
Teaching
The post holder will be required to participate fully in the education and training of medical students, trainee doctors, paramedical, nursing and other appropriate personnel.
General
Whilst in post Junior Fellows will complete the annual appraisal process and work towards revalidation. Completion of all mandatory training required by the Trust goes some way towards ensuring positive appraisal outcomes.
It is expected that post holder will keep up to date with both internal and external continuous professional development. Study Leave can be requested for specific training needs that will provide benefit to your role and progression, which can be raised with your education supervisor and clinical lead.
Attendance of departmental meetings is essential and active involvement is prompted.
Active engagement in developing local and Trust policy in relation to patient care will also be encouraged.
Junior Fellows will complete the majority of clinical activities whilst based at the main UHCW site in Coventry.
Person Specification
Qualification & Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Teaching and Education
Essential
Audit, Research & Publications
Essential
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
Other
Essential
Person Specification
Qualification & Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Teaching and Education
Essential
Audit, Research & Publications
Essential
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
Other
Essential
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).
