Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Non-Scalpel Vasectomy Doctor

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Job summary

We are looking for someone to join our large multi-disciplinary team, working primarily with the Specialist Doctor for Vasectomy.

They will be responsible for the delivery of non-scalpel vasectomies, within the integrated sexual health service, working from Wheatbridge ISHS and Heanor Memorial Hospital.

This opportunity can include pre-employment training for the successful candidate if they are not currently trained to undertake vasectomies.

The post would formally commence upon successful completion of the SSM vasectomy certification.

The post holder will have the opportunity to shape the development of the department and its workload through future business plans.

They will have opportunity to contribution to departmental research, audit and clinical governance.

The appointment is on a part-time, based on 1 full day (2 PA) a fortnight (either a Thursday or Friday depending on the availability of the successful candidate).

Main duties of the job

  • To perform non-scalpel vasectomies under local anaesthesia and assist with the organisation of surgical lists.
  • To provide service users with pre-operative counselling; including information about the procedure, the consent process, contraception, and aftercare.
  • To provide support and information to clients during the procedure and immediately post-operatively andreview post operative semen analysis results

About us

DCHS is proud of its integrated sexual health service, known as Your Sexual Health Matters.

It not only delivers exceptional sexual health services but is passionate about engaging with patients to promote behaviour change and discussions around improving their wider health and wellbeing.

With our excellent links and pathways to appropriate support services, our vision reinforces our commitment to effectively identify and act on the teachable moments during service user conversations to influence the wider social determinants that impact on people's health and wellbeing.

Details

Date posted

09 May 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£51,000 to £80,000 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

842-HWI-2661-23

Job locations

Wheatbridge Health Village ISHS

Wheatbridge

Chesterfield

S40 2AB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of non-scalpel vasectomies, working within the integrated sexual health service provided by Derbyshire Community Health Services, which incorporates several key elements, including contraception services, GU medicine, vasectomy, HIV treatment and care, deep implant removal, cervical cytology and sub-contracted services delivered by GPs, pharmacies and the voluntary sector in Derbyshire.

The post holder will work in close collaboration with the other vasectomy surgeons to deliver outstanding patient-centred care that meets the needs of the local population and reduces health inequalities.

The post holders main duties and responsibilities will be to provide high quality, safe and effective clinical services for patients undergoing vasectomy and associated care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of non-scalpel vasectomies, working within the integrated sexual health service provided by Derbyshire Community Health Services, which incorporates several key elements, including contraception services, GU medicine, vasectomy, HIV treatment and care, deep implant removal, cervical cytology and sub-contracted services delivered by GPs, pharmacies and the voluntary sector in Derbyshire.

The post holder will work in close collaboration with the other vasectomy surgeons to deliver outstanding patient-centred care that meets the needs of the local population and reduces health inequalities.

The post holders main duties and responsibilities will be to provide high quality, safe and effective clinical services for patients undergoing vasectomy and associated care.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

  • Registered Doctor
  • Willingness to train in non Scalpel Vasectomy

Desirable

  • DFSRH qualification
  • Vasectomy qualification

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills

Desirable

  • To have knowledge of SystemOne

Other

Essential

  • Willingness to travel between Wheatbridge and Heanor Memorial Clinic
Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

  • Registered Doctor
  • Willingness to train in non Scalpel Vasectomy

Desirable

  • DFSRH qualification
  • Vasectomy qualification

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills

Desirable

  • To have knowledge of SystemOne

Other

Essential

  • Willingness to travel between Wheatbridge and Heanor Memorial Clinic

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Wheatbridge Health Village ISHS

Wheatbridge

Chesterfield

S40 2AB


Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Wheatbridge Health Village ISHS

Wheatbridge

Chesterfield

S40 2AB


Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Vasectomy Doctor

Mrs Rachel Youdan

andreawatson1@nhs.net

01246293702

Details

Date posted

09 May 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£51,000 to £80,000 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

842-HWI-2661-23

Job locations

Wheatbridge Health Village ISHS

Wheatbridge

Chesterfield

S40 2AB


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