Job summary
The St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns has been a Regional Centre since 1973. It comprises 3 plastic surgery wards and one paediatric surgical ward, which is shared with other disciplines in Broomfield Hospital.
There are designated Plastic Surgery theatres, including an emergency theatre, in the main operating theatre block of Broomfield Hospital. These theatres, the reception area and the recovery are all fully equipped with high quality equipment.
Although adjacent to the Broomfield Hospital operating theatres, the plastic surgery theatres are staffed and managed as a separate concern.
The purpose built Burns Centre was opened in 1998. There are 20 beds, comprising 4 large ITU rooms and 4 HDU rooms, which are thermally controlled, together with low dependency areas, one for adults and onefor children, each with eight beds. Patients are not transferred to other Plastic Surgery wards for rehabilitation.
Main duties of the job
General ward work, operating theatre and outpatients clinics.
Liaison with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, medical social workers,laboratory,X-Ray and photographic personnel.
Responsibility for the admission and primary care of all patients under Plastic Surgery Consultants.
Emergency admissions as they arrive when on call or on ward cover (approximately 2 sessions a week).
The dispatch of notification of discharge to General Practitioners on the day of discharge.
Active participation in meetings and teaching session
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We look forward to your application. Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We look forward to your application. Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification MRCS
- GMC registered
Desirable
- ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills, CCrISP or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- At least 12 months' experience in surgery at ST/SHO level (not including Foundation modules)
Desirable
- 12 months in Plastic Surgery
Ability
Essential
- Demonstrates appropriate technical competence & evidence of development of excellent diagnostic skills & judgement
Personality
Essential
- Hardworking, good interactions with other staff and patients.
Management Ability
Essential
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye coordination, dexterity, visuospatial awareness
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification MRCS
- GMC registered
Desirable
- ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills, CCrISP or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- At least 12 months' experience in surgery at ST/SHO level (not including Foundation modules)
Desirable
- 12 months in Plastic Surgery
Ability
Essential
- Demonstrates appropriate technical competence & evidence of development of excellent diagnostic skills & judgement
Personality
Essential
- Hardworking, good interactions with other staff and patients.
Management Ability
Essential
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Shows aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye coordination, dexterity, visuospatial awareness
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).
