Job summary
The NHS is the biggest employer in Europe. It's a world-renowned institution and an exciting place to work, full of challenges and opportunities.
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH) is one of the leading specialist orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for innovation. We work together as a team of over 1,600 expert members of staff to make a difference for our patients and their families.
Our latest CQC Report was published in February 2019 and saw us rated as 'Good' overall and 'Outstanding' for care.
Who we're looking for...
This is an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a Special Interest in Young Adult Hip and Reconstructive Surgery in this leading orthopaedic centre of excellence.
This is a new full-time post joining the 14 existing consultants in Arthroplasty Surgery.
Set in idyllic surroundings, with beautiful places to live within commuting distance, and excellent schooling available, the job also offers fantastic flexibility and work-life balance.
Please note that the AAC for this post is scheduled for 9 December 2022.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a team player who will actively support the work of the Unit. Applicants will be able to demonstrate through their application a well-developed interest in arthroplasty surgery, plus a post-specialist registration fellowship in arthroplasty and/or Young Adult Hip Surgery (including Hip Arthroscopy and Open Hip Preservation Surgery).
Interested candidates will be listed on the Specialist Register for Trauma and Orthopaedics (or be within 6 months of being at the time of interview) and have completed an appropriate fellowship (or have a confirmed offer of a fellowship at the time of interview).
There will be an expectation for the postholder to develop a subspecialty interest in Young Adult Hip, Hip Arthroplasty and Open Hip Preservation Surgery over time, whilst delivering high quality elective primary hip replacement surgery predominantly.
This post comprises 8 PA for direct clinical care with 2 supporting professional activities (SPA).
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHSFT is a specialist hospital, dealing primarily with elective Orthopaedics from Shropshire, North and Mid Wales.
The Arthroplasty firm, deliver very high volumes of primary and complex hip surgery and is one of the largest arthroplasty units in the UK, providing a comprehensive primary and revision service and an acute peri-prosthetic fracture service, supported by specialist orthopaedic anaesthesia, HDU facilities and an in-house bone and tissue bank.
The Trust is situated in the beautiful Shropshire countryside, on the Welsh border, in the middle of an extensive unspoilt rural area but with excellent transport links, 30 minutes by road from Chester and Shrewsbury. Manchester and Liverpool airports are about an hour by road, and Birmingham airport 90 minutes. The M54 motorway provides quick access to the national motorway network and there are reasonable rail links from Gobowen via Shrewsbury or Chester.
As a leading specialist provider and established Foundation Trust, we cultivate an environment where our staff become pioneers in their field. With a reputation for innovation, the Trust provides a comprehensive range of musculoskeletal surgical, medical and rehabilitation services locally, nationally, and internationally. We are at the cutting edge of medical excellence, with a growing research programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible for the care of patients referred by general practitioners and will undertake clinics, ward rounds and operating lists as appropriate. We are looking for a dynamic individual who wishes to develop this service to deal with the high demand in a timely and efficient manner.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible for the care of patients referred by general practitioners and will undertake clinics, ward rounds and operating lists as appropriate. We are looking for a dynamic individual who wishes to develop this service to deal with the high demand in a timely and efficient manner.
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- Entered on GMC Specialist Register in T&O or within 6 months from interview
- No restriction on practice
Qualification
Essential
- FRCS (Orth) or equivalent /equivalent level of experience
- Current ATLS Certification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Currently practicing orthopaedic clinician
- Orthopaedic experience including significant hip and knee
- Young adult hip arthroscopic surgery and pelvic reconstruction
- 12 month post-specialist registration fellowship in arthroplasty surgery/young adult hip surgery (or evidence of acceptance on a fellowship programme at time of application)
- Knowledge of hip arthroplasty plus evidence of independent practice in theatres and minimal supervising consultant intervention in out-patient clinic
Desirable
- Effective involvement in a multi-disciplinary environment
Clinical Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of audit
- Evidence of recent audit within field of practice
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of teaching skills and commitment to training of junior doctors
Publications
Essential
- Recent peer reviewed publications and presentation of papers relevant to post
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- Entered on GMC Specialist Register in T&O or within 6 months from interview
- No restriction on practice
Qualification
Essential
- FRCS (Orth) or equivalent /equivalent level of experience
- Current ATLS Certification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Currently practicing orthopaedic clinician
- Orthopaedic experience including significant hip and knee
- Young adult hip arthroscopic surgery and pelvic reconstruction
- 12 month post-specialist registration fellowship in arthroplasty surgery/young adult hip surgery (or evidence of acceptance on a fellowship programme at time of application)
- Knowledge of hip arthroplasty plus evidence of independent practice in theatres and minimal supervising consultant intervention in out-patient clinic
Desirable
- Effective involvement in a multi-disciplinary environment
Clinical Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of audit
- Evidence of recent audit within field of practice
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of teaching skills and commitment to training of junior doctors
Publications
Essential
- Recent peer reviewed publications and presentation of papers relevant to 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
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
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHSFT
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
