Job summary
An exciting opportunity to join the orthopaedic major trauma service within the major trauma centre at Salford Royal Hospital and trauma work within the Northern Care Alliance.
Salford Royal Hospital is the major trauma centre (MTC) for the Greater Manchester region. Within the NCA, there is a Trauma Unit service at Oldham. Day case trauma is also delivered at Rochdale.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will above all be a productive and cohesive member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Service within the MTC and across the NCA and able to provide ongoing patient care. They will provide expertise in complex orthopaedic trauma such as Rib fixation, Pelvic or Reconstructive surgery.
The successful post holder will have no elective practice: specifically, no practice in Upper limb, hand, hip, knee or foot and ankle surgery.
The successful candidate will be expected to organise their own workload
Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care.
Contributing to undergraduate, post-graduate and continuing medical and multi professional education activity including teaching as necessary.
Participation in clinical audit and research.
Conducting appropriate duties in cases of emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
Multidisciplinary teamwork is envisaged as a key component of the working of this Trust and will involve Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) discussion with other colleagues
Development of special interests that fit in with the Directorate needs and the strategic direction of the Trust.
Undertaking ward rounds as appropriate.
Have an out of hours commitment to trauma patient management as part of an on-call rota
Providing evidence-based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
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To read more information about Consultant careers at the Northern Care Alliance please visit our careers landing page:Consultant careers :: Northern Care Alliance Careers
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and a Licence to Practice
- FRCS or equivalent
- ATLS
- Fellowship training in Complex Trauma (either Pelvic or Reconstructive surgery)
- DCOTS
Desirable
- Higher degree such as: PG Master PG Diploma
Audit, Research, Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of completion of audits
- Evidence of ability to teach
- Evidence of commitment to CPD
Desirable
- Published in peer reviewed journals
- Presented at conferences/ meetings
- Formal teaching qualification
- Higher degree in research
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Within 6 months of CCT, or have CCT/equivalent
- Logbook evidence of Major Trauma Surgery experience
- Logbook evidence and experience in the management of thoracic trauma
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skills
- Highly motivated
- Ability to work flexibly to meet departmental targets
- Up to date knowledge of NHS and future challenges
Desirable
- Membership of BOA
- Attendance at BOA instructional and other specialist trauma courses
- Attendance at specialist trauma conferences
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and a Licence to Practice
- FRCS or equivalent
- ATLS
- Fellowship training in Complex Trauma (either Pelvic or Reconstructive surgery)
- DCOTS
Desirable
- Higher degree such as: PG Master PG Diploma
Audit, Research, Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of completion of audits
- Evidence of ability to teach
- Evidence of commitment to CPD
Desirable
- Published in peer reviewed journals
- Presented at conferences/ meetings
- Formal teaching qualification
- Higher degree in research
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Within 6 months of CCT, or have CCT/equivalent
- Logbook evidence of Major Trauma Surgery experience
- Logbook evidence and experience in the management of thoracic trauma
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skills
- Highly motivated
- Ability to work flexibly to meet departmental targets
- Up to date knowledge of NHS and future challenges
Desirable
- Membership of BOA
- Attendance at BOA instructional and other specialist trauma courses
- Attendance at specialist trauma conferences
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).