Job summary
We are looking to appoint a Senior Clinical Fellow (SCF) for the Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics as a 1 year post.
The appointed post-holder will work within the middle grade tier of the trauma and orthopaedic team at Walsall Manor Hospital for a 1 year post. There may be the opportunity to extend the post at the end of the term. This will depend upon staffing vacancies and satisfactory progress by the SCF.
The post holder's role can be adapted to suit the individual interests and training needs of the candidate, but will include the trauma and elective service encompassing operative and clinic sessions and participation in an oncall rota.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work in collaboration with the trauma and orthopaedic multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality, progressive and professional trauma and elective orthopaedic service across a broad range of orthopaedic sub-specialties. The appointee must be able to demonstrate experience in fracture clinic, managing a oncall trauma service at middle grade level and a spectrum of trauma and orthopaedic surgical procedures.
The appointed post-holder can expect to work closely with an assigned clinical supervisor and have the opportunity to complete appropriate work based assessments.
This is an opportunity to join a friendly, cohesive trauma and orthopaedic department.
To be eligible for these posts you must possess a primary medical degree registerable in UK together with MRCS exam success. Post holders should also possess a minimum of 2 years full time post graduate training or equivalent experience and competencies and full GMC registration.
Applicants should be aware that regardless of country of origin, their ability to communicate in written and spoken English to the standard required to carry out the post will be assessed during the selection process.
For more details please check the Job description attached.
About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides a first class integrated acute and community healthcare service within the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. It employs more than 4,000 staff with a combined total income of just over £220m. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services with 550 acute beds.
£50m has been invested in healthcare services over the last 12 months across the hospital estate which includes two new, state-of-the-art MRI scanners, the creation of a new 22 bedded Intensive Care Unit a new Obstetric Theatre and expansion of the Neonatal Unit.
The Trauma and Orthopaedic Department at the Manor Hospital, Walsall comprises 54 adult beds on 2 modern wards, one designated to Trauma the other for Elective Orthopaedic cases. There are 14 paediatric beds shared with other surgical specialties. There are 3 modern well equipped theatres with laminar flow designated for Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery tow which have been newly refurbished.
The department provides a varied and wide experience in Trauma Surgery and practically all spheres of elective orthopaedics.
The Trust has very strong set values very much aware of the need of meaningfully delivery of our strategic objectives, valuing to our colleagues to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to strategically investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The SCF will be expected to participate in local audits and Quality Improvement projects. They will be given allocated CME time to assist with above activity. They will be supported to submit their work as posters or publications in various national/ international meetings and journals.
Formal training in quality improvement is available in the trust and the SCF will be expected to complete this training within the first few months in the job to improve their understanding of quality improvement.
There will be opportunity to present at mortality and morbidity meetings, within T&O or at the monthly quality meetings.
KEY DUTIES OF THE POST
Trauma and Orthopaedic sessions as per the needs of the service
Cover the second oncall trauma rota.
PROPOSED JOB PLAN
Shift pattern
It will be a 1:10 rota with a mix of day shifts (0830-1700),
Twilight shifts (1600-0000),
Long days (0800-2100) and
Night shifts (2000-0900). The SCF will be expected to do some weekends as well.
In case of future Covid surges and/or winter pressures, the rota may be changed at short notice to accommodate the workload.
The above job plan is flexible in terms of days and theatre lists this can be discussed with the clinical director.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The SCF will be expected to participate in local audits and Quality Improvement projects. They will be given allocated CME time to assist with above activity. They will be supported to submit their work as posters or publications in various national/ international meetings and journals.
Formal training in quality improvement is available in the trust and the SCF will be expected to complete this training within the first few months in the job to improve their understanding of quality improvement.
There will be opportunity to present at mortality and morbidity meetings, within T&O or at the monthly quality meetings.
KEY DUTIES OF THE POST
Trauma and Orthopaedic sessions as per the needs of the service
Cover the second oncall trauma rota.
PROPOSED JOB PLAN
Shift pattern
It will be a 1:10 rota with a mix of day shifts (0830-1700),
Twilight shifts (1600-0000),
Long days (0800-2100) and
Night shifts (2000-0900). The SCF will be expected to do some weekends as well.
In case of future Covid surges and/or winter pressures, the rota may be changed at short notice to accommodate the workload.
The above job plan is flexible in terms of days and theatre lists this can be discussed with the clinical director.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oMedical Degree from a recognised University
- oMRCS Part A & B
Experience
Essential
- oA minimum of 2 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies
- oFull GMC registration
- oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
- oEligibility to live and work in the UK
Skills
Essential
- Capacity to operate effectively under pressure & remain objective in highly emotive/pressurised situations
- Problem Solving: Problem Solving- Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind
- Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
- Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills
- Leadership & Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team & demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
- Organisation & Planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent & important demands, follow instructions. Understands importance and impact of information systems.
- Career Objectives Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current career pathways
Others
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Takes responsibility for own actions, demonstrates respect for the rights of all. Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent. Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance and responsibilities of n NHS employee.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oMedical Degree from a recognised University
- oMRCS Part A & B
Experience
Essential
- oA minimum of 2 years full time post graduate training (its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies
- oFull GMC registration
- oEvidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
- oEligibility to live and work in the UK
Skills
Essential
- Capacity to operate effectively under pressure & remain objective in highly emotive/pressurised situations
- Problem Solving: Problem Solving- Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind
- Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
- Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills
- Leadership & Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team & demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
- Organisation & Planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent & important demands, follow instructions. Understands importance and impact of information systems.
- Career Objectives Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current career pathways
Others
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Takes responsibility for own actions, demonstrates respect for the rights of all. Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent. Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance and responsibilities of n NHS employee.
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
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).
