Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH) NHS Foundation Trust. This is a new post, complementing the five existing Consultants in Knee and Sports Injury Surgery at Oswestry.
All Knee conditions are treated including developmental disorders; sports injuries (both amateurs and professionals); traumatic knee injuries and degenerative joint disease.
We are seeking a surgeon who is fully trained in the generality of knee surgery who has undertaken a fellowship (of 12 month duration) within the area of special interest.
The successful applicant will be entered on the GMC's Specialist Register for T&O via CCT /CESR (CP)/European Community Rights (proposed CCT/CESR (SP) date must be within 6 months of interview).
Main duties of the job
The appointee will have a responsibility for the running of their clinical service, integrating this with the department as a whole and ensuring appropriate communication with general practitioners, managers and hospital committees. The appointee will be responsible for contributing to the achievement of relevant aspects of the Trust's contractual obligations and business plans.
The appointee will be expected to ensure their clinical service is in accordance with the principles of Clinical Governance which must include appropriate clinical audit, clinical targets, KPIs, evidence based practice, and continued personal educational and professional development. Take responsibility for your own continuing professional education/development in accordance with guidelines set out by the appropriate college or professional body. Maintain knowledge and skills in relevant areas of professional responsibility; safeguard professional standards of conduct and practice.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full time Knee surgeon at the RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital will be part of the Knee and Sports injury team. Referrals are received for patients with knee problems in all age groups including tertiary referrals. A comprehensive service is provided to match the increasing demand in this field and the unit has a reputation for innovation and development of this specialty. We currently carry out soft tissue/knee procedures such as meniscal and cruciate ligament surgery; autologous chondrocyte implantation and meniscal replacement/transplant. We also undertake osteotomies around the knee, unicompartmental knee replacement, patellofemoral surgery, and primary/revision knee arthroplasty. The hospital is equipped with a cell culture laboratory and has ongoing cartilage regeneration research projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full time Knee surgeon at the RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital will be part of the Knee and Sports injury team. Referrals are received for patients with knee problems in all age groups including tertiary referrals. A comprehensive service is provided to match the increasing demand in this field and the unit has a reputation for innovation and development of this specialty. We currently carry out soft tissue/knee procedures such as meniscal and cruciate ligament surgery; autologous chondrocyte implantation and meniscal replacement/transplant. We also undertake osteotomies around the knee, unicompartmental knee replacement, patellofemoral surgery, and primary/revision knee arthroplasty. The hospital is equipped with a cell culture laboratory and has ongoing cartilage regeneration research projects.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration: registered with the GMC with licence to practice with no restrictions and currently practicing clinician
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for T&O via CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview CESR or European Community Rights
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MD Ph.D
Experience/ Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Fully trained in the generality of knee surgery and able to develop a sub-speciality interest
- All round Orthopaedic experience
- Fellowship in area of special interest 12 months minimum post entry onto the specialist register
Desirable
- 12 Months + subspecialty fellowship training
- Independent surgical practice in core Knee procedures (ACL/TKR/UKR)
- Subspecialist interest in patellofemoral surgery
- Experience of robotic knee arthroplasty
Clinical Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of audit
- Demonstrate recent leadership of audit, process and outcomes
Desirable
- Experience in audit specifically regarding Knee surgery
Teaching
Essential
- Proven teaching skills and commitment to the training of junior doctors
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
- Educational supervisor experience
Academic Achievement, Research and Publication:
Essential
- Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research
- Recent Research publications and presentation of papers in knee surgery
Desirable
- Subspeciality publications in knee surgery with a specific focus in ACL and multi-ligament knee surgey
Personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity & intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade, negotiate
- Ability to take responsibility, lead make decisions appropriately
- Empathy, understanding, listening skills, patience and ability to work co-operatively within a team
- Experience of performance management, developing and motivating others
- Knowledge of finance and budgets
Desirable
- Understanding of service line and Patient Level Costing
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration: registered with the GMC with licence to practice with no restrictions and currently practicing clinician
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for T&O via CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview CESR or European Community Rights
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MD Ph.D
Experience/ Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Fully trained in the generality of knee surgery and able to develop a sub-speciality interest
- All round Orthopaedic experience
- Fellowship in area of special interest 12 months minimum post entry onto the specialist register
Desirable
- 12 Months + subspecialty fellowship training
- Independent surgical practice in core Knee procedures (ACL/TKR/UKR)
- Subspecialist interest in patellofemoral surgery
- Experience of robotic knee arthroplasty
Clinical Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of audit
- Demonstrate recent leadership of audit, process and outcomes
Desirable
- Experience in audit specifically regarding Knee surgery
Teaching
Essential
- Proven teaching skills and commitment to the training of junior doctors
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
- Educational supervisor experience
Academic Achievement, Research and Publication:
Essential
- Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research
- Recent Research publications and presentation of papers in knee surgery
Desirable
- Subspeciality publications in knee surgery with a specific focus in ACL and multi-ligament knee surgey
Personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity & intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade, negotiate
- Ability to take responsibility, lead make decisions appropriately
- Empathy, understanding, listening skills, patience and ability to work co-operatively within a team
- Experience of performance management, developing and motivating others
- Knowledge of finance and budgets
Desirable
- Understanding of service line and Patient Level Costing
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHSFT
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
