Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be a part of something special.The Major Trauma Centre (MTC) based in the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, is part of the development of the Major Trauma Network for South, West and Mid Wales which is designed to ensure seriously injured patients receive appropriate and timely care. We are developing a highly skilled network of staff to join the team and transform care and outcomes for our patients and you could be part of this.We are looking to recruit a locum Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, to join the existing team of 4 permanent Consultants, working split site providing resident plastic surgical major trauma cover in the MTC from 08:00 - 20:00, Monday to Friday and the major trauma reconstructive service in Morriston Hospital.There will also be the opportunity to undertake elective practice in Head and Neck Surgery and participate in the plastic surgery on call rota in Swansea Bay Health Board.
Main duties of the job
This post will be part of a team of 25 plastic and reconstructive surgeons serving a population of around 2.3 million and providing a wide spectrum of surgery.The Welsh Centre for Burns & Plastic Surgery has a wide remit and we are able to offer nearly all services in Swansea ranging from congenital deformity, cancer management, burns, trauma and infections.
The following sub specialty areas are key priorities for development within the service:
- Skin Cancer
- Paediatric surgery
- Laser service
- Complex hand surgery
- Head and Neck surgery
About us
Swansea is Wales' second largest coastal city offering a superb work-life balance and a rich cultural environment, which is ideal for family life. The city is the gateway to the Gower Peninsula, designated an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. Walking, fishing, surfing, canoeing and sailing flourish in the area and Walkers/ ramblers are spoilt for choice. The magnificent "Worms Head" snaking out to sea is one of the finest views in the world; yet you have all the facilities of urban life at hand. Excellent state and independent schools are available. There is easy access to the M4 corridor.
Singleton is a University Teaching Hospital allied to the College of Medicine at the rapidly expanding Swansea University and is a designated training unit for higher specialist training in Wales. We are consistently rated highly in the GMC junior doctors' surveys. There are excellent teaching and collaborative research opportunities with Swansea and Cardiff Universities. The medical school is consistently ranked 3rd or 4th best in national student surveys.
Job description
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be a part of something special.The Major Trauma Centre (MTC) based in the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, is part of the development of the Major Trauma Network for South, West and Mid Wales which is designed to ensure seriously injured patients receive appropriate and timely care. We are developing a highly skilled network of staff to join the team and transform care and outcomes for our patients and you could be part of this.We are looking to recruit a locum Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, to join the existing team of 4 permanent Consultants, working split site providing resident plastic surgical major trauma cover in the MTC from 08:00 20:00, Monday to Friday and the major trauma reconstructive service in Morriston Hospital.There will also be the opportunity to undertake elective practice in Head and Neck Surgery and participate in the plastic surgery on call rota in Swansea Bay Health Board.
Job description
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be a part of something special.The Major Trauma Centre (MTC) based in the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, is part of the development of the Major Trauma Network for South, West and Mid Wales which is designed to ensure seriously injured patients receive appropriate and timely care. We are developing a highly skilled network of staff to join the team and transform care and outcomes for our patients and you could be part of this.We are looking to recruit a locum Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, to join the existing team of 4 permanent Consultants, working split site providing resident plastic surgical major trauma cover in the MTC from 08:00 20:00, Monday to Friday and the major trauma reconstructive service in Morriston Hospital.There will also be the opportunity to undertake elective practice in Head and Neck Surgery and participate in the plastic surgery on call rota in Swansea Bay Health Board.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC
- Licensed to practice
- On Specialist Register with GMC as a specialist in Burns and Plastic Surgery or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist Register
- Recognised sub specialty fellowship in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Experience
Essential
- Have extensive experience of Head and Neck surgery and Orthoplastic surgery
- Have extensive experience in one or more of the following areas: oSentinel Lymph Node biopsy oSkin cancer oHead and Neck Surgery
- Evidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")
- Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")
- Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")
- Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff
- Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit
Desirable
- Have experience of working in a designated Major Trauma Centre
- Development and commissioning services
Skills
Essential
- Effective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
- Understands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")
- Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")
- Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")
- Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving")
- Understands information systems and technology
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks
- A commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")
- Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical development
- Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals
Desirable
- Ability to undertake on-call
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC
- Licensed to practice
- On Specialist Register with GMC as a specialist in Burns and Plastic Surgery or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist Register
- Recognised sub specialty fellowship in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Experience
Essential
- Have extensive experience of Head and Neck surgery and Orthoplastic surgery
- Have extensive experience in one or more of the following areas: oSentinel Lymph Node biopsy oSkin cancer oHead and Neck Surgery
- Evidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")
- Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")
- Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")
- Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff
- Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit
Desirable
- Have experience of working in a designated Major Trauma Centre
- Development and commissioning services
Skills
Essential
- Effective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
- Understands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")
- Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")
- Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")
- Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving")
- Understands information systems and technology
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks
- A commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")
- Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical development
- Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals
Desirable
- Ability to undertake on-call
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).
