Job summary
We are looking to appoint to 2PAs part-time Consultant Neurological Surgeon to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield. A candidate with an interest in Epilepsy Surgery is sought to contribute to the continued development of the service in Sheffield. This post is fixed term for one year.
Main duties of the job
The appointee, together with consultant colleagues, will be responsible for the provision of adult neurosurgical services to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The appointee will be expected to contribute to the delivery of complex epilepsy surgery.
The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the new consultant contract. An annual review of duties will take place with the Clinical Lead and Clinical Director as part of the job plan process.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT),or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- Royal College of Surgeons Intercollegiate Examination in Neurosurgery or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher degree, distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships relevant to the post
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Adopts a patient-centred and professionally responsible approach in their clinical practice.
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with the PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
- Willingness & ability to fulfil requirements of the post
- Effective team member who is able to work with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Prepared to work flexibly as required
Management & Administration
Essential
- Attendance at a management training course.
- Ability to use a computer and the internet.
Desirable
- Experience of service development & team leadership
Clinical Governance & Audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit.
Desirable
- Publication of audit projects
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels.
- Experience of teaching & supervising basic surgical trainees.
- Experience of teaching & supervising postgraduate trainees.
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporates it into clinical practice, where appropriate.
Desirable
- Publications in refereed journals
- Ability to supervise research performed by others
Competence & Clinical Skills
Essential
- Able to provide an expert opinion in a range of conditions in neurosurgery.
- Demonstrable competence in general neurosurgery.
- Ability to practice evidence-based medicine.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a tertiary neurosurgical unit in the UK.
- Ability to work as an independent practitioner in this post.
- Routine spinal surgery experience.
- Evidence of effective team working in a multi-professional environment.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT),or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- Royal College of Surgeons Intercollegiate Examination in Neurosurgery or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher degree, distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships relevant to the post
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Adopts a patient-centred and professionally responsible approach in their clinical practice.
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with the PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
- Willingness & ability to fulfil requirements of the post
- Effective team member who is able to work with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Prepared to work flexibly as required
Management & Administration
Essential
- Attendance at a management training course.
- Ability to use a computer and the internet.
Desirable
- Experience of service development & team leadership
Clinical Governance & Audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit.
Desirable
- Publication of audit projects
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels.
- Experience of teaching & supervising basic surgical trainees.
- Experience of teaching & supervising postgraduate trainees.
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporates it into clinical practice, where appropriate.
Desirable
- Publications in refereed journals
- Ability to supervise research performed by others
Competence & Clinical Skills
Essential
- Able to provide an expert opinion in a range of conditions in neurosurgery.
- Demonstrable competence in general neurosurgery.
- Ability to practice evidence-based medicine.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a tertiary neurosurgical unit in the UK.
- Ability to work as an independent practitioner in this post.
- Routine spinal surgery experience.
- Evidence of effective team working in a multi-professional environment.
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).
