Job summary
Trust Doctor, ST1 Level General Surgery
Employer: East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Department: General Surgery
Location: WHH Hospital
Salary: Nodal Point 3 - £43,923 plus enhancements
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the dynamic General Surgery team which consists of 12 consultant surgeons, 8 Specialty Doctors, 4 SpRs, 3 FY2 doctors, 3 CT doctors, 2 Trust Doctors and 6 FY1 doctors. We have a vacancy for a CT2 level to work on the FY2 / Core Surgery level rota in this busy General Surgery Department.
The department has a fantastic reputation of helping all doctors in training (staff grade and trainees), to enhance their CV and achieve their goals. The department has a strong urge to contribute to audits/ QIP (one of the highest in the trust), presentations ( in national and international meetings)and publications. In 2023, we had more than 50 presentations and around 15 publications . There are multiple research projects ongoing within the department including participating in national RCT and local home bred translational research projects. All doctors will get a chance to participate in these projects.
On calls may be required for this post.
About us
As the 6th biggest Trust in the UK with university and foundation status, we are looking for a Specialty Doctor to join our surgical team. The Directorate of General Surgery has an opportunity for a fixed term period of 12 months with a possible extension.East Kent is an attractive part of the country with areas of unspoilt countryside, beaches and the City of Canterbury, an ecclesiastical and business centre with the University of Kent and towns of Ashford and Margate. There are excellent schools, both state and private. There are regular train services to London with the M2 and M20 motorways providing easy access to the capital. The continent is within easy reach through the Channel Ports and Channel Tunnel. There are outstanding sports facilities.
All posts are subject to a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure check in the event of the post being offered.
We are actively encouraging equal opportunities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will participate in the day-to-day provision of routine and emergency surgical care appropriate to your level of training on the wards, in theatre and in outpatient clinics including on-calls. A weekly timetable ensures a mix of duties to develop your experience and further your surgical knowledge. You will be required to keep accurate notes that are dated, legible and signed, undertake VT Assessment and EDN as required. You will also be responsible for care and day-to-day clinical management under the direction of the Consultant Surgeons.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will participate in the day-to-day provision of routine and emergency surgical care appropriate to your level of training on the wards, in theatre and in outpatient clinics including on-calls. A weekly timetable ensures a mix of duties to develop your experience and further your surgical knowledge. You will be required to keep accurate notes that are dated, legible and signed, undertake VT Assessment and EDN as required. You will also be responsible for care and day-to-day clinical management under the direction of the Consultant Surgeons.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC
- 24 month experience in Stroke/Speciality medicine/A+E at SHO level
Desirable
- Related Registrar experience in Stroke
Clinical governance
Essential
skills and Experience
Essential
- NHS Experience
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making An ability to organise and prioritise work
Desirable
- Audit projects every 6 - 12 months
- Relevant research/publication
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Upholds and models the Trust values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC
- 24 month experience in Stroke/Speciality medicine/A+E at SHO level
Desirable
- Related Registrar experience in Stroke
Clinical governance
Essential
skills and Experience
Essential
- NHS Experience
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making An ability to organise and prioritise work
Desirable
- Audit projects every 6 - 12 months
- Relevant research/publication
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Upholds and models the Trust values
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).
