Job summary
This is a 12-month post with the Hand and Upper Limb team including potential on call commitments on the postgraduate doctor in training rota. There is a possibility of extension of the employment period. It provides an excellent opportunity to experience a broad and concentrated exposure to all aspects of hand and upper limb surgery in children as well as brachial plexus surgery, microsurgery, tumour surgery. The post is suitable for plastic end of training or post CCT fellows with pre-existing experience in hand surgery.
The department has an active research activity with regular participation innational and international meetings.
There is an expectation to participate in research, presentation, and publication.
Main duties of the job
This is a paid full-time post. It is expected that the Senior Fellow will participate in all Departmental activities including on call, daily ward rounds, trauma list commitments, audit, and teaching. Principal attachment will be to the Hand and Upper Limb Service.
- Normal Working day consists of covering the department unit according to the rota provided each week
- Attend, assist and independently run outpatient clinics (with support of senior colleagues)
- Assist in the evaluation of patients
- Participate in multidisciplinary clinic
- Preoperative assessment and preparation, surgery and postoperative care of patients
- Attend the Emergency Department to assess, plan and deliver treatment of patients referred
- Participate in on call
- Assist in the clinical teaching activities of the department
- Assist in organizing weekly patient review meetings
- Cover other colleagues in their absence
- Conduct active audit and research
About us
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This service provides a comprehensive referral service for the assessment and management of children with Hand and Upper Limb problems from Birmingham, the West Midlands and beyond. The service is currently managed by two Plastic Surgeons/Hand Surgeons and one orthopedic surgeon (Andrea Jester, Christina Lipede and Andy Gaffey), as well as 2.5 Occupational therapists. The Lead for the Hand and Upper Limb service is currently Dr med Andrea Jester.
The service is the largest of its kind in the UK and Europe. The team works very closely with other orthopedic specialists, interventional radiologists, neurologists, rheumatologists, therapists and currently deliver over 50 MDT clinics per year in the following complex upper limb subspecialties, i.e.:
- Congenital hand clinic
- General hand clinic
- Cerebral Palsy of the Upper Limb,
- Arthrogryposis
- Complex forearm deformities
- Obstetric brachial plexus palsy
- Vascular anomalies
- Pediatric rheumatoid conditions of the upper limb.
- Adaptive sports clinic
- Overgrowth clinic
- Polands syndrome clinic
The service is also an integral part of the inherited metabolic and Epidermolysis bullosa service.
The service is part of the rare diseases strategy of the region.
There is a close working relationship within the hand as well as wider plastic surgical team and a supportive and educational environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This service provides a comprehensive referral service for the assessment and management of children with Hand and Upper Limb problems from Birmingham, the West Midlands and beyond. The service is currently managed by two Plastic Surgeons/Hand Surgeons and one orthopedic surgeon (Andrea Jester, Christina Lipede and Andy Gaffey), as well as 2.5 Occupational therapists. The Lead for the Hand and Upper Limb service is currently Dr med Andrea Jester.
The service is the largest of its kind in the UK and Europe. The team works very closely with other orthopedic specialists, interventional radiologists, neurologists, rheumatologists, therapists and currently deliver over 50 MDT clinics per year in the following complex upper limb subspecialties, i.e.:
- Congenital hand clinic
- General hand clinic
- Cerebral Palsy of the Upper Limb,
- Arthrogryposis
- Complex forearm deformities
- Obstetric brachial plexus palsy
- Vascular anomalies
- Pediatric rheumatoid conditions of the upper limb.
- Adaptive sports clinic
- Overgrowth clinic
- Polands syndrome clinic
The service is also an integral part of the inherited metabolic and Epidermolysis bullosa service.
The service is part of the rare diseases strategy of the region.
There is a close working relationship within the hand as well as wider plastic surgical team and a supportive and educational environment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from a recognised University
- A minimum of 6 years full time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies.
- Evidence of progress in Plastic Surgery Training or equivalent Programme to successful completion of the programme or having passed exit examination in Plastic Surgery at the time of taking up the post, or equivalent.
- Previous experience in Hand Surgery
Desirable
- Other Educational Qualification (ALS/APLS/ATLS)
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK
Language skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are competent to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- Understands the importance of communication within a clinical setting
Personal skills
Essential
- Judgement: Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive or pressurised situations. Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help.
- Problem Solving: Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving.
- Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
- Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills.
- Leadership and Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
- Organisation and Planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands, as well as follow instructions. Understands the importance and impact of information systems.
- Career Objectives Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current career pathways
Desirable
- Knowledge of wider health debate and NHS Structures, and current media issues.
- Ability to acknowledge that behaviour needs to modify to the situation and audience.
Probity
Essential
- Professional Integrity: Takes responsibility for own actions, demonstrates respect for the rights of all. Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent. Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance and responsibilities of an NHS employee.
- Professional Attitude: Reliable, self-awareness, self-motivation, commitment, dedication, positive, flexible, innovative, methodical, organised and approachable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from a recognised University
- A minimum of 6 years full time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies.
- Evidence of progress in Plastic Surgery Training or equivalent Programme to successful completion of the programme or having passed exit examination in Plastic Surgery at the time of taking up the post, or equivalent.
- Previous experience in Hand Surgery
Desirable
- Other Educational Qualification (ALS/APLS/ATLS)
Eligibility
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK
Language skills
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are competent to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- Understands the importance of communication within a clinical setting
Personal skills
Essential
- Judgement: Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive or pressurised situations. Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help.
- Problem Solving: Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving.
- Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
- Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills.
- Leadership and Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
- Organisation and Planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands, as well as follow instructions. Understands the importance and impact of information systems.
- Career Objectives Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current career pathways
Desirable
- Knowledge of wider health debate and NHS Structures, and current media issues.
- Ability to acknowledge that behaviour needs to modify to the situation and audience.
Probity
Essential
- Professional Integrity: Takes responsibility for own actions, demonstrates respect for the rights of all. Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent. Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance and responsibilities of an NHS employee.
- Professional Attitude: Reliable, self-awareness, self-motivation, commitment, dedication, positive, flexible, innovative, methodical, organised and approachable
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
Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Birmingham Childrens Hospital
Steelhouse Lane
Birmingham
B46NH
Employer's website
https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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