Job summary
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We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.
The Paediatric Orthopaedic Department at University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire is looking to appoint a Senior Clinical Fellow for a period of 6 months or 1 year commencing in February 2024, or later if mutually convenient.
The successful candidate will work as part of the Paediatric Orthopaedic Team during the day to provide ward and emergency care for elective and trauma patients.
The position is intended for post-FRCS trainees who intend to pursue a career in paediatric orthopaedics but may also suit those seeking paediatric experience prior to CESR application.
For further information please contact Mr. Stephen Cooke, Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon on 02476 967030 or stephen.cooke@uhcw.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
Duties will also include:
- Consultant and Registrar ward rounds
- Pre-operative preparation and post operative care of patients
- Elective and Fracture outpatient clinics
- Elective and Trauma Operating sessions as required
- Active involvement in the training and supervision of Junior Medical Staff on ward rounds, in theatre and in clinics, including the teaching of medical and nursing students.
- Participation in departmental audit and research
- Specialist clinics (e.g. baby clinic, neuromuscular clinic, CPIP MDT clinic, gait laboratory)
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
As well as experience in the generality of childrens orthopaedics, the department can offer specific exposure to paediatric trauma, infant hip and foot pathologies, and advanced assessment and treatment of neuromuscular conditions in the Coventry Gait Analysis Laboratory. Depending on requirements, the successful candidate could spend some time with other relevant specialist services, for example, the young adult hip service, foot and ankle team or hand team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As well as experience in the generality of childrens orthopaedics, the department can offer specific exposure to paediatric trauma, infant hip and foot pathologies, and advanced assessment and treatment of neuromuscular conditions in the Coventry Gait Analysis Laboratory. Depending on requirements, the successful candidate could spend some time with other relevant specialist services, for example, the young adult hip service, foot and ankle team or hand team.
Person Specification
Qualification /Training
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Experience
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Knowledge
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Person Specification
Qualification /Training
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Experience
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Knowledge
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Level
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).
