Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-motivated doctor to fill a Trust Grade Registrar post in Urology.
The post is to commence as soon as possible .
Although this post is not recognised for training, the post-holder will benefit from all the terms and conditions of a Trust Grade Registrar post as well as benefitting from various department and Trust wide teaching and training opportunities.
The Urology department has expanded over the years to deliver a comprehensive service to our community. A full range of diagnostic services are provided in the treatment centre allowing centralisation of resources to provide the required expertise for ambulatory diagnostics. One stop clinics, local anaesthetic Transperineal prostate biopsies and circumcision lists along with intra-vesical installation for benign and cancer treatments and ESWL are available within the treatment centre.
This contract will be ending in August 2024 -with a possibility of extension upon review
Main duties of the job
- To attend ward rounds, operating lists and assist in outpatient clinics.
- To be responsible for the daily management and urological care of all patients admitted under the appropriate Consultant, supervising and teaching the junior staff.
- On call (rota 1:7)
- To attend local induction on commencement of duty in a new department or if working has not been undertaken in the Department in the previous 6 months.
About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
Kettering town is at the heart of the UK's largest growth area outside London. With its central location, you can reach all major cities with relative ease and London in less than 1 hour by rail. By road, the area offers everything from traditional market towns to charming villages and picturesque countryside and has excellent educational and leisure facilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust Grade will be responsible for the daily management and general urological care of all patients admitted under the appropriate Consultant, supervising and teaching the junior staff.
To attend ward rounds, operating lists and assist in outpatient clinics.
Annual and Study Leave is with prior arrangement and there is internal prospective cover on each surgical firm.
To attend local induction on commencement of duty in a new department or if working has not been undertaken in the Department in the previous 6 months.
ROTA
The rota is a 7 person shift system.
In emergencies and exceptional circumstances the Trust Grade will be expected to provide cover for the absences of colleagues, provided the resulting increase in workload is reasonable in the circumstances. Whilst the Trust Grade will be expected to prospectively cover Registrar colleagues in the normal run of his/her duties within his/her contract, work outside contracted hours performed under these circumstances will be payable at standard duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust Grade will be responsible for the daily management and general urological care of all patients admitted under the appropriate Consultant, supervising and teaching the junior staff.
To attend ward rounds, operating lists and assist in outpatient clinics.
Annual and Study Leave is with prior arrangement and there is internal prospective cover on each surgical firm.
To attend local induction on commencement of duty in a new department or if working has not been undertaken in the Department in the previous 6 months.
ROTA
The rota is a 7 person shift system.
In emergencies and exceptional circumstances the Trust Grade will be expected to provide cover for the absences of colleagues, provided the resulting increase in workload is reasonable in the circumstances. Whilst the Trust Grade will be expected to prospectively cover Registrar colleagues in the normal run of his/her duties within his/her contract, work outside contracted hours performed under these circumstances will be payable at standard duties.
Person Specification
Education, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration and license to practice
- Evidence of ST1/2 competencies in surgical specialties
Desirable
- 3 Years Post MRCS Experience
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad Urology experience
- Aware of own limitations, consults senior colleagues appropriately and knows when to ask for help
- Understands the principles of clinical governance- ensures patients are not put at risk
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
- Participated in clinical audit
Skills
Essential
- Experience of Flexible Cystoscopy
- Experience of Prostate biopsy
- Experience of scrotal exploration for torsion
- Experience of Ureteric stent insertion
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge & skills up to date
- Able to contribute to teaching and learning of others in the clinical setting
Person Specification
Education, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration and license to practice
- Evidence of ST1/2 competencies in surgical specialties
Desirable
- 3 Years Post MRCS Experience
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Broad Urology experience
- Aware of own limitations, consults senior colleagues appropriately and knows when to ask for help
- Understands the principles of clinical governance- ensures patients are not put at risk
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
- Participated in clinical audit
Skills
Essential
- Experience of Flexible Cystoscopy
- Experience of Prostate biopsy
- Experience of scrotal exploration for torsion
- Experience of Ureteric stent insertion
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge & skills up to date
- Able to contribute to teaching and learning of others in the clinical setting
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).
