Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Are you a junior doctor looking to increase your skills within the field of Major Trauma?
The Major Trauma Centre at University Hospital Southampton(UHS) is looking to recruit a Junior Fellow in Major TraumaYou will work alongside the Senior Fellow in Major Trauma and the Major Trauma ACP team ensuring the care of the Major Trauma patients is timely and well coordinated. The job has been structured to provide a fantastic opportunity to expand your trauma experience in our Major Trauma Centre.This role will offer excellent experience in coordinating the complex care and management of major trauma patients liaising with all major trauma surgical subspecialties including, but not limited to pelvic, upper limb, periprosthetic, spinal, vascular, thoracic, plastic, general and limb reconstruction surgery.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT YOULL DO Duties will cover a mix of Major Trauma Ward Round and Ward Cover. Provide medical support to the major trauma patients on the Major Trauma Unit (MTU), working alongside the Major Trauma sub speciality consultants, the Major Trauma Senior Fellows, the Major Trauma Advanced Clinical Practitioners (MTACPs) and the Major Trauma Unit nursing and therapy staff. Post holders will also be expected to review and assess patients with Major Trauma outside of the MTU, advising Trust staff on appropriate treatment WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR Post registration Doctor who are looking to expand their major trauma experience in a Major Trauma Centre. These posts are ideally suited for candidates wishing to progress to: Higher surgical training in a Major Trauma Sub speciality Emergency Medicine Anaesthetics They are not recognised for CT Training. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process. Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Basic Salary MT03 £43,923 Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. Interviews will be held on 24th October 2024 Job Reference: MT1257 - MEDICAL This vacancy closes on or before: 11/10/2024
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT YOULL DO Duties will cover a mix of Major Trauma Ward Round and Ward Cover. Provide medical support to the major trauma patients on the Major Trauma Unit (MTU), working alongside the Major Trauma sub speciality consultants, the Major Trauma Senior Fellows, the Major Trauma Advanced Clinical Practitioners (MTACPs) and the Major Trauma Unit nursing and therapy staff. Post holders will also be expected to review and assess patients with Major Trauma outside of the MTU, advising Trust staff on appropriate treatment WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR Post registration Doctor who are looking to expand their major trauma experience in a Major Trauma Centre. These posts are ideally suited for candidates wishing to progress to: Higher surgical training in a Major Trauma Sub speciality Emergency Medicine Anaesthetics They are not recognised for CT Training. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process. Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Basic Salary MT03 £43,923 Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. Interviews will be held on 24th October 2024 Job Reference: MT1257 - MEDICAL This vacancy closes on or before: 11/10/2024
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practice
- Completed FY1 / FY2 rotation or equivalent
- Current ALS
Desirable
- Primary FRCA / MRCP / MRCS / MCEM or equivalent
- ATLS certification
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Previous experience within the NHS
Desirable
- Previous experience in an acute surgical / Major Trauma speciality
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Reliable, Punctual, Hard Working, Enthusiastic
- Capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
- Attention to detail
- Capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
- Basic IT skills
- completion of foundation competencies or equivalent
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practice
- Completed FY1 / FY2 rotation or equivalent
- Current ALS
Desirable
- Primary FRCA / MRCP / MRCS / MCEM or equivalent
- ATLS certification
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Previous experience within the NHS
Desirable
- Previous experience in an acute surgical / Major Trauma speciality
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Reliable, Punctual, Hard Working, Enthusiastic
- Capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
- Attention to detail
- Capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
- Basic IT skills
- completion of foundation competencies or equivalent
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
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).
