Job summary
We
have an exciting opportunity here at Leeds Teaching Hospitals to fill a vacancy
as a Trust Grade Doctor (Level ST3+) post within the second largest Major
Trauma Centre in the UK based at the Leeds General Infirmary.
The post has been designed for an experienced doctor
wishing to pursue a career as an Orthopaedic surgeon. We can offer you frequent exposure to polytrauma
and trauma Orthopaedic surgery aligned with excellent training opportunities,
you will be allocated an educational supervisor to help guide your career
aspirations and to maximise educational opportunities you will have the
opportunity to access medical expertise in a wide variety of disciplines. The applicant must have a minimum of two
years previous experience in trauma and orthopedic surgery, current ATLS
certification and must have full MRCS or equivalent
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will work with a team of surgeons to provide inpatient care for
both trauma and elective patients. Excellent training opportunities are
available in clinic and theatre as well as a vast exposure to acute trauma.
Successful candidates will be allocated an educational supervisor to help guide
their career aspirations, maximise educational opportunities and will have the
opportunity to access medical expertise in a wide variety of disciplines. The ST3+ post holder will contribute to the
on calls and will be on a 24 hour partial shift, on the third tier supporting
the FY1/2, and CT1/2 doctors.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is a leading healthcare institution, excelling in patient
care, teaching and research. We provide Trauma and Orthopaedic services from
two sites within Leeds. All trauma is
admitted to the Leeds General Infirmary and elective work is undertaken at
Chapel Allerton Hospital, approximately 3 miles from the Infirmary. The Trust
Grade Doctor will be expected to work at both sites.
This
service will include:
Fracture Clinics
Trauma and Elective Orthopaedic
surgery
Weekend Hip lists
Ward rounds and patient reviews
Support to FY1/2, and ST1/2 doctors.
Full in house educational and
clinical supervision and mentoring package
Access to participate in on-going
departmental research and audit presentations.
Opportunities to teach undergraduates
Access to clinical governance
meetings.
About us
Within
TRS we value our junior doctors. We are a friendly and flexible department. We
provide daily senior support in clinics and theatres, and are flexible to
doctors educational and leave requirements.
We
are looking for a junior doctor to take up full and/or part-time posts and can
offer deferred appointments. Candidates who are unable to work full time are
encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to applicants who wish to
work full or part-time and those wishing to job share. Shorter duration contracts will also be
considered for the right candidate.
Above
all we need a ST3+ Trust Grade Doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedics with a
positive attitude, who will deliver quality services with compassion and become
an integral member of a dedicated and dynamic team. Leeds offers many
opportunities; prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the Department.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties
of the Post
To ensure high quality and safe care of Orthopaedic patients resulting in
excellent clinical outcomes.
To contribute directly to patient care by, for example, reviewing patients,
organising investigations and acting on results, initiating and changing
treatment, and speaking to and involving patients in their care and management
and keeping patients and their relatives/carers updated about their clinical
progress.
To undertake essential administrative duties, including prescribing, writing
electronic discharge letters, and liaising with colleagues in primary care to
facilitate safe and appropriate discharges.
To contribute to a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, working
collaboratively with a large team of allied healthcare professionals, including
the Early Discharge Assessment Team, specialist nurses and physiotherapists.
Out
of hours Duties at Leeds General Infirmary
There
are 2 separate consultants on-call; one for MTC admissions and one for
orthopaedic trauma. This job has on-call
commitments and is a combination of full shift and on-call.
Levels
of Responsibility
Clinical
Theatre
sessions and outpatient clinics form the basis of the role holding designated
clinical responsibility for inpatients and outpatients for a consultant group
as designated. The post holders will be expected to contribute to both
outpatient sessions and theatre lists.
These
posts are designed to provide sufficient training, education and experience to
develop senior registrars in their final years of training.
Teaching
There
are excellent opportunities to attend regular post graduate teaching. There is a weekly teaching programme for all
grades of Junior Doctors. There is a SpR
rota for the supervison of FY doctors, this is designed to provide training for
SpR doctors; undertaking ward rounds and bedside teaching of junior doctors as
well help the wider team to integrate.
This rota also provides breathing space from what is a busy trauma and
orthopaedic service.
1.
Regular post graduate meeting in orthopaedic surgery.
2.
Monthly Audit meetings.
3.
Study leave is available with the permission of the appropriate consultant,
providing adequate cover can be arranged, there is also a small fund to
contribute to appropriate courses, this is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
4.
Access to the Medical School and University Library and the Leeds General
Infirmary Postgraduate Library.
Research
Numerous
opportunities are available to participate in clinical research and audit.
Facilities
are available for clinical research and laboratory facilities can be arranged
for special purposes. It is anticipated
that the post holder will participate in a number of clinical research projects
during this appointment. Research time may be incorporated into the job plan
for these posts, subject to discussion and the individual personal development
needs of the applicant.
Administrative
Assistance
in clerical audit and daily administration of the consultant firm. The ST3+ is
responsible for organising the discharge summaries as well as all clinic letter
from patients they have personally seen, additionally they will be required to
complete postoperative notes for their patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties
of the Post
To ensure high quality and safe care of Orthopaedic patients resulting in
excellent clinical outcomes.
To contribute directly to patient care by, for example, reviewing patients,
organising investigations and acting on results, initiating and changing
treatment, and speaking to and involving patients in their care and management
and keeping patients and their relatives/carers updated about their clinical
progress.
To undertake essential administrative duties, including prescribing, writing
electronic discharge letters, and liaising with colleagues in primary care to
facilitate safe and appropriate discharges.
To contribute to a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, working
collaboratively with a large team of allied healthcare professionals, including
the Early Discharge Assessment Team, specialist nurses and physiotherapists.
Out
of hours Duties at Leeds General Infirmary
There
are 2 separate consultants on-call; one for MTC admissions and one for
orthopaedic trauma. This job has on-call
commitments and is a combination of full shift and on-call.
Levels
of Responsibility
Clinical
Theatre
sessions and outpatient clinics form the basis of the role holding designated
clinical responsibility for inpatients and outpatients for a consultant group
as designated. The post holders will be expected to contribute to both
outpatient sessions and theatre lists.
These
posts are designed to provide sufficient training, education and experience to
develop senior registrars in their final years of training.
Teaching
There
are excellent opportunities to attend regular post graduate teaching. There is a weekly teaching programme for all
grades of Junior Doctors. There is a SpR
rota for the supervison of FY doctors, this is designed to provide training for
SpR doctors; undertaking ward rounds and bedside teaching of junior doctors as
well help the wider team to integrate.
This rota also provides breathing space from what is a busy trauma and
orthopaedic service.
1.
Regular post graduate meeting in orthopaedic surgery.
2.
Monthly Audit meetings.
3.
Study leave is available with the permission of the appropriate consultant,
providing adequate cover can be arranged, there is also a small fund to
contribute to appropriate courses, this is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
4.
Access to the Medical School and University Library and the Leeds General
Infirmary Postgraduate Library.
Research
Numerous
opportunities are available to participate in clinical research and audit.
Facilities
are available for clinical research and laboratory facilities can be arranged
for special purposes. It is anticipated
that the post holder will participate in a number of clinical research projects
during this appointment. Research time may be incorporated into the job plan
for these posts, subject to discussion and the individual personal development
needs of the applicant.
Administrative
Assistance
in clerical audit and daily administration of the consultant firm. The ST3+ is
responsible for organising the discharge summaries as well as all clinic letter
from patients they have personally seen, additionally they will be required to
complete postoperative notes for their patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration and hold a license to practice
- MB ChB (or equivalent),
- MRCS
- ATLS
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience 1 years at registrar level in Orthopaedics
- Previous experience in the subspecialist areas identified for these posts
Desirable
- Plastic Surgery
- Cardiothoracic
- Neurosurgery
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- 2 YEARS IN ORTHOPAEDICS
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Other
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration and hold a license to practice
- MB ChB (or equivalent),
- MRCS
- ATLS
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience 1 years at registrar level in Orthopaedics
- Previous experience in the subspecialist areas identified for these posts
Desirable
- Plastic Surgery
- Cardiothoracic
- Neurosurgery
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- 2 YEARS IN ORTHOPAEDICS
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Other
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice)
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).
