Job summary
An exciting opportunity exists to join the existing general
surgical team within Darlington Memorial Hospital The post is for 12 months, however, it is renewable on yearly basis
depending on satisfactory progression. There is another post for 6-8 months
only. (Two posts in total)
The basic contract is for ten programmed activities but
there will need to be a discussion with the post holder regarding the final job
plan/on-call arrangements, prior to commencement of the appointment.
These are Speciality Doctor posts that will rotate between
the sub-specialist teams providing services for residents within the catchment
area of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. The post is for 12
months, however, it is renewable on yearly basis depending on satisfactory
progression. There is another post for 6-8 months only. (Two posts in total)
Applicants who wish to follow the Teesside
University MCh Programme in Surgery are welcome to access the opportunities of
this programme via this post.
contact
Mr
Khalid Osman or Mr Andrew Gilliam
Khalid.osman1@nhs.net
/ andrew.gilliam@nhs.net
Mr
Osman sec) 01325 743501 - Mr Gilliam (01388 455180)
Main duties of the job
The post has a flexible programme,
but will be expected to comprise elective and emergency in-patient and day case
surgery, general and specialist out-patient clinics and regular ward work. The
Department has a commitment to the career progression of Career Grade Doctors
and skills required for specialist aspects of the post which will be developed
within the post
The post advertised is for a Speciality Grade
Doctor working in the department of general surgery at Darlington Memorial
Hospital & Bishop Auckland General Hospital. Working as a member of the
General Surgery Department Team the successful candidate will provide a high
quality service that aims to deliver excellent patient care. Team allocations will rotate to allow
exposure to subspecialties including colorectal, upper GI & bariatric,
benign hepatobiliary, emergency & breast surgery. These posts offer the opportunity for
post-holders to develop/consolidate their surgical skills & experience with
direct consultant supervision.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary £23,200, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are Speciality Doctor posts that will rotate between
the sub-specialist teams providing services for residents within the catchment
area of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. The post is for 12
months, however, it is renewable on yearly basis depending on satisfactory
progression. There is another post for 6-8 months only. (Two posts in total)
Applicants who wish to follow the Teesside University MCh
Programme in Surgery are welcome to access the opportunities of this programme
via this post.
The post is based at Darlington Memorial Hospital the role
may involve programmed activities across the Trust. The post includes a
commitment to being on-call, providing 1 in 9 cover as part of middle grade
rota, full shift.
The post has a flexible programme, but will be expected to
comprise elective and emergency in-patient and day case surgery, general and
specialist out-patient clinics and regular ward work. The Department has a
commitment to the career progression of Career Grade Doctors and skills
required for specialist aspects of the post which will be developed within the
post.
Duties of the post
To staff
outpatient clinics which will include new, review and urgent referrals
Preparation
of patients for theatre and post-operative care.
Dealing
with both routine and emergency attenders.
Assisting
in theatre and post-operative care.
Dependant
on experience will undertake certain surgical procedures and minor operations
independently.
Be
involved in complex clinical, patient management problems and
inter-disciplinary planning treatment.
Participation
in duty rota. 1 in 9 as part of the middle grade rota.
Endoscopy-
training opportunities as part of JAG accreditation process may be available
A
face-to-face handover of care must take place at the start and end of the day,
with written and verbal communication about all general surgery inpatients.
Completion
of electronic discharge summaries is mandatory for all patients on the day of
discharge
Help
develop new services where needed.
Be
expected to take an active part in continuing medical education and
undergraduate teaching.
Full
engagement with Clinical Audit and Clinic Governance is required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are Speciality Doctor posts that will rotate between
the sub-specialist teams providing services for residents within the catchment
area of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. The post is for 12
months, however, it is renewable on yearly basis depending on satisfactory
progression. There is another post for 6-8 months only. (Two posts in total)
Applicants who wish to follow the Teesside University MCh
Programme in Surgery are welcome to access the opportunities of this programme
via this post.
The post is based at Darlington Memorial Hospital the role
may involve programmed activities across the Trust. The post includes a
commitment to being on-call, providing 1 in 9 cover as part of middle grade
rota, full shift.
The post has a flexible programme, but will be expected to
comprise elective and emergency in-patient and day case surgery, general and
specialist out-patient clinics and regular ward work. The Department has a
commitment to the career progression of Career Grade Doctors and skills
required for specialist aspects of the post which will be developed within the
post.
Duties of the post
To staff
outpatient clinics which will include new, review and urgent referrals
Preparation
of patients for theatre and post-operative care.
Dealing
with both routine and emergency attenders.
Assisting
in theatre and post-operative care.
Dependant
on experience will undertake certain surgical procedures and minor operations
independently.
Be
involved in complex clinical, patient management problems and
inter-disciplinary planning treatment.
Participation
in duty rota. 1 in 9 as part of the middle grade rota.
Endoscopy-
training opportunities as part of JAG accreditation process may be available
A
face-to-face handover of care must take place at the start and end of the day,
with written and verbal communication about all general surgery inpatients.
Completion
of electronic discharge summaries is mandatory for all patients on the day of
discharge
Help
develop new services where needed.
Be
expected to take an active part in continuing medical education and
undergraduate teaching.
Full
engagement with Clinical Audit and Clinic Governance is required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to assess emergency surgical patients including trauma
- ATLS certified
Desirable
- Evidence of appropriate CPD.
- JAG endoscopy
- ATLS provider
Experience
Essential
- 12 months + training in general surgery or sub-specialties
Statuatory Registration
Essential
Desirable
Special Requirements
Essential
- Working knowledge of basic principles of surgical research.
Desirable
- Higher degree
- Publications
- Period of research
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to assess emergency surgical patients including trauma
- ATLS certified
Desirable
- Evidence of appropriate CPD.
- JAG endoscopy
- ATLS provider
Experience
Essential
- 12 months + training in general surgery or sub-specialties
Statuatory Registration
Essential
Desirable
Special Requirements
Essential
- Working knowledge of basic principles of surgical research.
Desirable
- Higher degree
- Publications
- Period of research
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
