Job summary
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Post: Trust Grade FY1 Doctor in General Surgery
Directorate: General Surgery
Contract: Fixed-term 12 Months
The Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust is seeking to appoint 2 whole-time equivalents Trust Grade FY1 Doctor in General Surgery to be based at the Darent Valley Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The post is committed to providing General Surgical services both at DVH; undertake research, audit and support to our services.
The successful candidates will take part in a full shift on call rota (banded at 1A - 50%), and it is essential that applicants must be familiar with the UK healthcare system.The post offers excellent studying opportunities and regular teaching sessions.
You will need to have full GMC Registration with a licence to practice to be considered for this role and have completed foundation training or have equivalent experience. Computer literacy and a good standard of written and spoken English are both essential.
In return we offer a great opportunity to gain experience, in a location that's just 24 minutes by train from Central London.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All F1 Doctors will be responsible for patient care and management of approximately 8 medical wards and 2 surgical wards. The post is fairly busy and offers wide range of experience in all acute medical and surgical emergencies, as well as day-to-day management of patients. This includes conducting investigations and therapeutic procedures in consultation with the FY2/ST1/2/SpR and preparing for Consultant rounds. Resident SpR and FY2 on-call cover is available at all times and many areas have dedicated senior nurse specialist to offer advice and support. The Trust runs a critical outreach team which offer advice and support on the management of critical ill patients and can facilitate the move of patients to ITU/HDU areas. Pathology and Radiology services are available on a 24 hour basis. The Clinical Service General Manager has a role in the day to day management of junior doctors and are there to provide help and support in ensuring of F1 post holders are adequately supported.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All F1 Doctors will be responsible for patient care and management of approximately 8 medical wards and 2 surgical wards. The post is fairly busy and offers wide range of experience in all acute medical and surgical emergencies, as well as day-to-day management of patients. This includes conducting investigations and therapeutic procedures in consultation with the FY2/ST1/2/SpR and preparing for Consultant rounds. Resident SpR and FY2 on-call cover is available at all times and many areas have dedicated senior nurse specialist to offer advice and support. The Trust runs a critical outreach team which offer advice and support on the management of critical ill patients and can facilitate the move of patients to ITU/HDU areas. Pathology and Radiology services are available on a 24 hour basis. The Clinical Service General Manager has a role in the day to day management of junior doctors and are there to provide help and support in ensuring of F1 post holders are adequately supported.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Skills
Essential
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Relevant and recent experience as a doctor at F1 level
Desirable
- Relevant and recent experience as a doctor at F1 level in General Surgery within the NHS
Education and Training
Essential
- CPD up to date
- Evidence of training of others as part of self-development
Skills
Essential
- Good written & oral communications skills
- Evidence of relevant audit activity
- Interest in other surgical subspecialties
- Good organisational & management skills
Person Specification
Qualifications & Skills
Essential
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Relevant and recent experience as a doctor at F1 level
Desirable
- Relevant and recent experience as a doctor at F1 level in General Surgery within the NHS
Education and Training
Essential
- CPD up to date
- Evidence of training of others as part of self-development
Skills
Essential
- Good written & oral communications skills
- Evidence of relevant audit activity
- Interest in other surgical subspecialties
- Good organisational & management skills
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).
