Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated team player to join our supportive Orthopaedic department at a SHO/CT level.
Within the first paragraph of your supporting statement please provide answers to the following questions, this will be scored as part of the shortlisting process
- Do you have a Medical Qualifications (MBBS or equivalent?) Yes/No
- Are you registered with the GMC with licence to practice? Yes/No
- Are you working/ have you ever worked as a Doctor in Trauma & Orthopaedics? Yes/No
This post is suitable for both F3 doctors as well as at Core trainee level. We have a good track record of our doctors going on to formal higher surgical training programmes from this post, as well as GP VTS schemes.
This post was created specifically with a career Orthopaedic Surgeon in mind. It is aimed at those that have completed or need to complete their basic surgical training and wish to specialise in Orthopaedics but have not yet achieved an ST post. The successful applicant will have some Orthopaedic experience.
The post is not recognised by the Postgraduate Dean for the purposes of training, but excellent training and research opportunities are available within the post.
The SHO may be required to perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances until a Locum can be obtained. Such additional commitments are exceptionaland for short periods only.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will join with other Orthopaedic CT 1&2 trainees and Trust Grade SHO's as part of the on-call rota.
The primary responsibility of this role is direct ward based clinical care, however we offer:
- A supportive and friendly environment
- Continuing professional development opportunities
- Weekly in house educational sessions in orthopaedics along with a full academic programme
- Regular access to timetabled theatre sessions and outpatient clinics
- Opportunity to take part in research and clinical audit work
- Mentoring to aid future career progression
- Access to educational supervisors and a full appraisal process
- Exposure to MDT working
- Study leave allowance with a substantial budget
- NHS pension scheme
- Salary sacrifice schemes
- 27 - 32 days paid annual leave
We are a district general hospital with a full trauma subspecialty service provision, with good links with Coventry and Leicester teaching hospitals for major trauma and spines.
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 is at the heart of the UK's largest growth area outside London. Its central location allows easy access by rail or road to major centres in the UK and is within easy travelling distance of 4 international airports.
The area offers everything from a traditional market town to charming villages and picturesque countryside. The housing market remains competitively priced. The town has excellent and expanding educational facilities, and a wide range of leisure opportunities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
Person Specification
Qualification & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent/MRCS
- Full GMC Registration & Licence to practice
- SHO level experience in the NHS
- At least one years experience in T&O
Desirable
- Working towards a post- graduate qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Competent in basic procedures, physical examination, history taking, infection control and basic Trauma surgeries and operations supervised and unsupervised
- Able to prioritise clinical need
- Understands current clinical issues in orthopaedics
- Understands the principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- audit in clinical practice
- Computer literate
- Knowledge of current issues in the NHS
- Knowledge of UK health systems and practices
Clinical Competencies
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge & skills up to date
Desirable
- Understands the purpose and process of basic professional training
Teaching and Research
Essential
- contribute to teaching
- basic principles of research
Desirable
Communication
Essential
- Communication in written and spoken
Desirable
- Understands the responsibilities of being an employee of the NHS
Person Specification
Qualification & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent/MRCS
- Full GMC Registration & Licence to practice
- SHO level experience in the NHS
- At least one years experience in T&O
Desirable
- Working towards a post- graduate qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Competent in basic procedures, physical examination, history taking, infection control and basic Trauma surgeries and operations supervised and unsupervised
- Able to prioritise clinical need
- Understands current clinical issues in orthopaedics
- Understands the principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- audit in clinical practice
- Computer literate
- Knowledge of current issues in the NHS
- Knowledge of UK health systems and practices
Clinical Competencies
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge & skills up to date
Desirable
- Understands the purpose and process of basic professional training
Teaching and Research
Essential
- contribute to teaching
- basic principles of research
Desirable
Communication
Essential
- Communication in written and spoken
Desirable
- Understands the responsibilities of being an employee of the NHS
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).
