Job summary
Applicants
are invited to apply for a Clinical/Research Fellow (Trust Doctor) in Trauma
& Orthopaedics at Leeds General Infirmary.
The
post is for 12-month and will commence: 1 May 2024
The successful candidate would take a leading role in
the organisation of clinical activities and delivery of clinical trials in
partnership with key clinical staff.
They will also be the point of reference for medical staff, management,
foundations, and external funding organisations. The successful candidate will need attend as
required, the courses organised by the department and occasionally to present
at national and international meetings, the overall research portfolio of the
unit.
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will assist in the delivery of accurate high-quality data in
partnership with key clinical staff and deliver end-user training in the use of
departmental database systems to ensure the level of data quality is
maintained.
All
orthopaedic trauma patients are admitted to the Leeds General Infirmary. Particular specialist services provided are
pelvic and acetabular reconstruction, spinal injuries, open fractures, post
injury limb reconstruction and complex fracture work. There is a specific interest in polytrauma,
and many peripheral trauma units refer most of their multiple injuries straight
to Leeds General Infirmary on day one.
The
post is designed to support the research/clinical activities of this
well-established trauma service. The
referral base is continuing to develop and grow and forms the basis of the new
Trauma Centre at Leeds General Infirmary.
About us
The
Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery provides Trauma and Elective
services to Leeds residents and beyond.
The
in-hospital services provided at the Major Trauma Centre of the Yorkshire and
Humber regional trauma network, are led by 10 of the 34 Consultants of the
Trauma and Orthopaedic Department.
The
Major Trauma Services cover the adult and paediatric population of West
Yorkshire of more than 3.5 million, admitting an average of more than 1,100
TARN approved trauma cases (>600 of ISS 16).
A
tertiary referral service is provided for spine and scoliosis surgery, pelvic
and acetabular reconstruction, paediatric acute and elective surgery, limb
reconstruction, complex brachial plexus and upper extremity surgery.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES
OF THE POST
To
take a leading role in the co-ordination of the research activities of the
T&O Department. The post holder will assist in the preparation of grant
applications, to facilitate the recruitment of patients in clinical trials, to
support medical staff obtaining patient records, to organise the research
meeting of the department, to maintain databases and to produce frequent
reports reflecting the overall work of
the unit. . In a sense, this person will be the point of reference for medical
staff, management, foundations, external funding organisations
The
post holder will also assist in outpatient clinics & theatre sessions.
To
attend as required the courses organised by the department and occasionally to
present at national and international meetings the overall research portfolio
of the unit.
To
assist in the delivery of accurate high quality data in partnership with key
clinical staff and deliver end-user training in the use of departmental
database systems to ensure the level of data quality is maintained.
The
post holder will work closely with Professor Giannoudis in the clinical setting
and will be responsible for organising the monthly research meeting of the
department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES
OF THE POST
To
take a leading role in the co-ordination of the research activities of the
T&O Department. The post holder will assist in the preparation of grant
applications, to facilitate the recruitment of patients in clinical trials, to
support medical staff obtaining patient records, to organise the research
meeting of the department, to maintain databases and to produce frequent
reports reflecting the overall work of
the unit. . In a sense, this person will be the point of reference for medical
staff, management, foundations, external funding organisations
The
post holder will also assist in outpatient clinics & theatre sessions.
To
attend as required the courses organised by the department and occasionally to
present at national and international meetings the overall research portfolio
of the unit.
To
assist in the delivery of accurate high quality data in partnership with key
clinical staff and deliver end-user training in the use of departmental
database systems to ensure the level of data quality is maintained.
The
post holder will work closely with Professor Giannoudis in the clinical setting
and will be responsible for organising the monthly research meeting of the
department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DUTIES OF THE POST
- To take a leading role in the co-ordination of the research activities of the T&O Department. The post holder will assist in the preparation of grant applications, to facilitate the recruitment of patients in clinical trials, to support medical staff obtaining patient records, to organise the research meeting of the department, to maintain databases and to produce frequent reports reflecting the overall work of the unit. . In a sense, this person will be the point of reference for medical staff, management, foundations, external funding organisations
- The post holder will also assist in outpatient clinics & theatre sessions.
- To attend as required the courses organised by the department and occasionally to present at national and international meetings the overall research portfolio of the unit.
- To assist in the delivery of accurate high quality data in partnership with key clinical staff and deliver end-user training in the use of departmental database systems to ensure the level of data quality is maintained.
- The post holder will work closely with Professor Giannoudis in the clinical setting and will be responsible for organising the monthly research meeting of the department.
Desirable
- DOrth
- ALS
- AO Advance course
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- To have completed GCP Training and possess a valid certificate
Desirable
- Aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
Experience
Essential
- 5 years experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- More than 2 years experience of Orthopaedic Surgery at ST3+ level
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DUTIES OF THE POST
- To take a leading role in the co-ordination of the research activities of the T&O Department. The post holder will assist in the preparation of grant applications, to facilitate the recruitment of patients in clinical trials, to support medical staff obtaining patient records, to organise the research meeting of the department, to maintain databases and to produce frequent reports reflecting the overall work of the unit. . In a sense, this person will be the point of reference for medical staff, management, foundations, external funding organisations
- The post holder will also assist in outpatient clinics & theatre sessions.
- To attend as required the courses organised by the department and occasionally to present at national and international meetings the overall research portfolio of the unit.
- To assist in the delivery of accurate high quality data in partnership with key clinical staff and deliver end-user training in the use of departmental database systems to ensure the level of data quality is maintained.
- The post holder will work closely with Professor Giannoudis in the clinical setting and will be responsible for organising the monthly research meeting of the department.
Desirable
- DOrth
- ALS
- AO Advance course
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- To have completed GCP Training and possess a valid certificate
Desirable
- Aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
Experience
Essential
- 5 years experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- More than 2 years experience of Orthopaedic Surgery at ST3+ level
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).
