Job summary
he
post holder will join the Knee team at Chapel Allerton Orthopaedic Centre
(CHOC) under the direction of the Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons (Mr Anand-
soft tissue knee lead; Venkatesh and Mr Wall).
To
provide advanced clinical and surgical training in knee arthroscopy, ligament
reconstruction, primary total knee and uni-compartmental knee replacement and
osteotomies.
Main duties of the job
To
provide a high quality clinical service to patients requiring knee surgery as
part of the team.
To
cover additional operating lists made vacant by annual and study leave.
To
organise and run departmental teaching sessions
To
contribute to the long-term follow up of patients working with the outcomes
team supporting one outpatient clinic weekly for long-term follow up patients
and selected new patients. These new patients will then be listed following
presentation to the supervising consultant.
Contribute
to the audit, research and unit meetings
To
contribute to the maintenance of the clinical dataset
Submit
to peer reviewed journals at least 1 paper each 6 months.
Work closely with the Departmental team, clerical,
secretarial and other Trust staff to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated and
consistent operational management service.
About us
You
will be working primarily at Chapel Allerton Hospital. The Department of Trauma
and Orthopaedic Surgery provides Trauma and Elective services to Leeds
residents and beyond. A regional service is provided for spine and scoliosis
surgery, complex and revision arthroplasty, hand surgery, paediatric surgery,
foot and ankle surgery and both acute trauma and post traumatic reconstructive
surgery.
Chapel
Allerton Hospital is part of the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of
the largest and busiest acute hospital trusts in the UK. We play an important
role in the training and education of medical, nursing and dental students, and
we are a centre for world-class research, innovation and pioneering new
treatments.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members
of our existing workforce to new roles.
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
We
are interviewing for two jobs, one starts in February 2025 and the second
Starting in August 2025 , however we are interviewing for both the jobs at the
same time. We wish to recruit a Senior Clinical Knee Fellow (post CCT Trust
Doctor) to join the surgical team at Chapel Allerton Elective Orthopaedic
Centre for a period of one year.
The
successful candidate will be expected to receive advanced clinical and surgical
training in the management of knee conditions including arthroscopy, soft
tissue reconstruction, arthroplasty and salvage procedures. This is NOT a
complex revision knee arthroplasty post. You will be expected to take part in
research studies as appropriate and help with the departmental audit and
database. Undergraduate and post graduate teaching will also be required.
The
Knee Fellow will also take and organise tertiary referrals and take a role in
the delivery of the Knee injury clinic. This role would give experience in
management of a range of complex knee conditions including patellofemoral
problems, complex ligament reconstructive work, chondral surgeries and meniscus
pathologies. There are no routine on-call commitments and therefore this post
does not attract a banding supplement; however, there may be occasions when you
are required to alter your working arrangements to support the service to meet
its demands.
Chapel
Allerton Orthopaedic Centre (CHOC), is a dedicated centre for the diagnosis,
management and treatment of adult patients with upper limb, hip and knee and
foot and ankle complaints.
The
centre has outpatients, theatre services and diagnostics on site as well as
associated specialist Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. It has been
designed to provide excellent, comprehensive and rapid recovery care for
patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We
are interviewing for two jobs, one starts in February 2025 and the second
Starting in August 2025 , however we are interviewing for both the jobs at the
same time. We wish to recruit a Senior Clinical Knee Fellow (post CCT Trust
Doctor) to join the surgical team at Chapel Allerton Elective Orthopaedic
Centre for a period of one year.
The
successful candidate will be expected to receive advanced clinical and surgical
training in the management of knee conditions including arthroscopy, soft
tissue reconstruction, arthroplasty and salvage procedures. This is NOT a
complex revision knee arthroplasty post. You will be expected to take part in
research studies as appropriate and help with the departmental audit and
database. Undergraduate and post graduate teaching will also be required.
The
Knee Fellow will also take and organise tertiary referrals and take a role in
the delivery of the Knee injury clinic. This role would give experience in
management of a range of complex knee conditions including patellofemoral
problems, complex ligament reconstructive work, chondral surgeries and meniscus
pathologies. There are no routine on-call commitments and therefore this post
does not attract a banding supplement; however, there may be occasions when you
are required to alter your working arrangements to support the service to meet
its demands.
Chapel
Allerton Orthopaedic Centre (CHOC), is a dedicated centre for the diagnosis,
management and treatment of adult patients with upper limb, hip and knee and
foot and ankle complaints.
The
centre has outpatients, theatre services and diagnostics on site as well as
associated specialist Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. It has been
designed to provide excellent, comprehensive and rapid recovery care for
patients.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 84 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- 5 years experience in orthopaedics from the start of registrar (ST) or equivalent training
- make the care or your patient your first concern
- provide a good standard of practice and car
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a knee firm Developed arthroscopic skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Communication Skill
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Empathy & Sensitivity
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- MB ChB or equivalent medical qualification
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
- FRCS (T&O)/FRACS/Post Boards (or equivalent)
Desirable
- ECDL
- Higher Degree
- ATLS
- Arthroscopic knee surgery/ACL course
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Research and audit skills
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity
- Teaching
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
Desirable
- Application form References
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 84 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- 5 years experience in orthopaedics from the start of registrar (ST) or equivalent training
- make the care or your patient your first concern
- provide a good standard of practice and car
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a knee firm Developed arthroscopic skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Communication Skill
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Empathy & Sensitivity
- Managing Others & Team Involvement
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- MB ChB or equivalent medical qualification
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
- FRCS (T&O)/FRACS/Post Boards (or equivalent)
Desirable
- ECDL
- Higher Degree
- ATLS
- Arthroscopic knee surgery/ACL course
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Research and audit skills
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity
- Teaching
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
Desirable
- Application form References
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).
