Job summary
We are looking for an HST equivalent level doctor to join our Trauma & Orthopaedic team at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.
This essential role will provide the opportunity for the post holder to develop further surgical skills and competencies. You will work under the direction and supervision of our Orthopaedic Consultants at middle grade level to deliver a high-quality service to our patients, as well as providing support to junior colleagues and nursing staff as required. You will be responsible for clinic activity, first assistant and operating surgeon in theatre and middle grade cover responsibilities on call.
We can offer training opportunities in both emergency and elective surgery. Some aspects of the role can be made bespoke to the individual needs of the post-holder and tailored to take account of previous relevant experience, or achievement of requirements for application to specialty training.
Out of hours duties will require participation in a full shift rota. We run a 9 week rolling rota pattern.
There will be the opportunity to participate in teaching, audit, guideline development and service improvement projects.
We will also provide support to help you develop a portfolio in line with Royal College recommendations for those who want to evidence their role and training in this way
Please be advised that this post is to start from as soon as possible and as such you must be available as soon as your employment clearances have been received.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role, and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.
About us
Chesterfield Royal Hospital is a friendly District General Hospital with the beautiful Peak District on it's doorstep. This post presents a great opportunity to live and work in some of the finest landscape this country has to offer.
Major cities such as Sheffield, Leeds, Nottingham and Derby are all within an hour's train journey, and local airports include East Midlands, Manchester and Leeds Bradford, with London within a couple of hours drive.
There are excellent schools in the local area, only a few minutes from the hospital. All our staff can enjoy a range of staff benefits, including on-site parking, fitness activities, local discounts, on-site cafe & Costa Coffee, Amazon delivery and an active health and wellbeing programme plus many more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role, and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification which gives details regarding the job role, and also contact details should you wish to discuss any aspect of the job.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCS
- GMC registered with license to practise.
Experience
Essential
- Completed at least 2 years' experience following on from postgraduate training (or its equivalent) relevant to Trauma and Orthopaedics, or as a fixed term specialty trainee in trauma and orthopaedics; or have equivalent experience and competencies
- Experience in relevant related specialities
Desirable
- ATLS / ALS provider
- APLS or EPLS provider
- Level 1 Ultrasound
Skills
Essential
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk.
- Evidence of reflective practice
- Ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
- Shows aptitude for practical skills required in the job
Desirable
- Surgical log-book
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements relevant to Trauma and Orthopaedics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCS
- GMC registered with license to practise.
Experience
Essential
- Completed at least 2 years' experience following on from postgraduate training (or its equivalent) relevant to Trauma and Orthopaedics, or as a fixed term specialty trainee in trauma and orthopaedics; or have equivalent experience and competencies
- Experience in relevant related specialities
Desirable
- ATLS / ALS provider
- APLS or EPLS provider
- Level 1 Ultrasound
Skills
Essential
- Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk.
- Evidence of reflective practice
- Ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job
- Shows aptitude for practical skills required in the job
Desirable
- Surgical log-book
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements relevant to Trauma and Orthopaedics
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).
