Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in QVH working as a Hand Fellow in Plastic Surgery. This will be an opportunity to further develop and enhance your skills. The Fellow will participate in service commitments with the opportunity for audit and research.
The Hand Unit at QVH is recognised both regionally and nationally, for its excellent high quality service covering a range of elective conditions such as congenital hand anomalies; rheumatoid and osteoarthritis joint replacements/reconstructions; wrist surgery for arthritis and instability; compression neuropathies; post-trauma reconstruction and non-operative or minimally invasive techniques such as collagenase and fasciotomies. The Hand trauma service treats in the region of 6,000 cases per annum with two dedicated theatres and accounts for approximately half of all hand surgery within the unit.
Main duties of the job
The Fellow will be expected to assist Consultants in the operating theatre and will undertake emergency surgery personally, with supervision when appropriate. Assist in elective and emergency hand surgery list with a view to developing experience and confidence in the core procedures of hand surgical practice. The post holder will gain experience in more complex cases including wrist surgery (including arthroscopy), microsurgery and congenital upper limb surgery.. It is the responsibility of the Fellow to ensure that communication within the Plastic Surgery service is as effective as possible keeping both the Consultants and Senior Nursing staff informed of the clinical management of all patients with plastic surgery input. There is a thriving teaching and research climate and the Fellow will be encouraged to participate, with potential for developing an academic profile.
About us
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
A centre of excellence, with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes.
At QVH we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfaction surveys and on average 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details on role requirements, person specification and duties please see attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details on role requirements, person specification and duties please see attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Eligibility
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the General Medical Council at the time of appointment and with a current licence to practice
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice and supported by worked-based assessments of clinical performance and multisource feedback, or equivalent
- Evidence of ST6 competencies or equivalent and a demonstrated interest in hand surgery
Clinical Expertise
Essential
- Up-to-date ALS/ATLS certificate or equivalent
- Out of hours experience relevant to the post
- Experience in hand surgery at time of appointment
- Able to critically assess own clinical practice/skills and accept constructive criticism and act on it accordingly
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk, able to prioritise clinical need and know when to seek help
Person Specification
Eligibility
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the General Medical Council at the time of appointment and with a current licence to practice
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice and supported by worked-based assessments of clinical performance and multisource feedback, or equivalent
- Evidence of ST6 competencies or equivalent and a demonstrated interest in hand surgery
Clinical Expertise
Essential
- Up-to-date ALS/ATLS certificate or equivalent
- Out of hours experience relevant to the post
- Experience in hand surgery at time of appointment
- Able to critically assess own clinical practice/skills and accept constructive criticism and act on it accordingly
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk, able to prioritise clinical need and know when to seek help
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).
