Trust Doctor StR Lower in Neurosurgery

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are seeking to fill the above post, with the hope of the successful applicant starting in April 2024. All applicants must be in possession of the essential qualifications for the post and have experience at ST1 level in surgical specialties, or previous experience in Neurosurgery.

The South West Neurosurgery Centre is based at Derriford Hospital. The Unit provides a comprehensive Neurosurgical Service to the population of Devon, Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly and part of Somerset. The population of this area is approximately 1.6 million, but rises considerably during the summer months, with the influx of visitors from other parts of the U.K. and from abroad. Close links exist with the hospitals situated in Truro, Barnstaple, Exeter and Torbay. Rapid transfer of patients between outlying hospitals and Plymouth is facilitated by two helicopter air ambulances.

There is an Active Doctors Mess, Postgraduate Medical School, Medical Centre, Medical Library and Health and Leisure centre on site.

Main duties of the job

This position is for a StR Lower in Neurosurgery, on a fixed term contract for 6 months.

Some experience at junior grade (F2-ST3 level) in Neurosurgery is desirable. The successful candidate will be required to take part, with the Foundation and Trust grade doctors, in a prospective partial shift rota to cover all inpatient neurosurgery. This rota includes blocks of night duty. There is prospective cover for leave but the appointee will not be able to take leave during the allocated block of night duties.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Date posted

29 November 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£43,923 to £63,152 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-ML-NEUR5866530

Job locations

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Each SHO grade staff member will work primarily on the Neurosurgical ward providing general medical and neurosurgical care for the neurosurgery inpatients, with the support of a dedicated ward registrar and neurosurgery Advanced Care Practitioner. There is opportunity to undertake a variety of ward-based procedures and time is allocated to gain experience in theatre and outpatient clinics.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Each SHO grade staff member will work primarily on the Neurosurgical ward providing general medical and neurosurgical care for the neurosurgery inpatients, with the support of a dedicated ward registrar and neurosurgery Advanced Care Practitioner. There is opportunity to undertake a variety of ward-based procedures and time is allocated to gain experience in theatre and outpatient clinics.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Has achieved MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

  • Has experience of working within the NHS
  • Successful completion of MRCS or equivalent at time of application

Clinical Experience, Training & Skills

Essential

  • Satisfactory completion of F1 & F2 years or equivalent.
  • ALS or equivalent

Desirable

  • Experience at foundation level/ equivalent or SHO level of neurosurgery
  • ATLS or equivalent

Eligibility

Essential

  • Eligible for registration with the General Medical Council
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Has achieved MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

  • Has experience of working within the NHS
  • Successful completion of MRCS or equivalent at time of application

Clinical Experience, Training & Skills

Essential

  • Satisfactory completion of F1 & F2 years or equivalent.
  • ALS or equivalent

Desirable

  • Experience at foundation level/ equivalent or SHO level of neurosurgery
  • ATLS or equivalent

Eligibility

Essential

  • Eligible for registration with the General Medical Council

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

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Support Manager

Sean Wills

sean.wills@nhs.net

01752437347

Date posted

29 November 2023

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£43,923 to £63,152 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-ML-NEUR5866530

Job locations

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


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