Job summary
The post is anticipated to be filled by a trainee committed to a career in spinal surgery who wishes to extend their experience prior to appointment as a consultant. They should have at extensive experience in spinal surgery and be at SpR 6 (ST9) level or above and obtained FRCS(Orth) or FRCS(SN). The appointee will work largely at the middle grade level, although there may be opportunity for independent operating and outpatient work, dependent on experience and progress. Whilst it is anticipated that the fellow should gain a broad exposure to spinal surgery, account will be taken of any particular field of spinal surgery the appointee wishes to specifically develop.
The weekly timetable will depend on the Consultants the appointee is attached to but they are expected to attend the Out-patient clinics, in-patient operating lists, ward rounds, audit, MDT meetings and clinical teaching as identified according to the job plan. The fellow will also be expected to undertake a weekly daycase injection list. Currently two consultants undertake 3-session operating lists on a single day. The successful candidate will be expected to assist as required whilst maintaining compliance with any hours requirements.
The appointment is subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service and is a whole time appointment. It does not attract a National training Number currently so the appointee will need to bring their number with them or have completed training.
Main duties of the job
Whilst recognizing that the spinal fellow may wish to gain greater experience in specific subspecialist interests within spinal surgery, the successful candidate is expected to ensure they take the opportunity to ensure adequate breadth to their training.
They will be expected to actively participate in the department's audit and clinical governance activities with appraisal.
This post is established to allow the Trust to meet productivity requirements. The timetable will vary according to the needs of the department and the successful applicant's experience and duties, but will normally contain a mix of the various categories of work suitable for extending training and experience.
The post holder will be responsible to the relevant consultant for an individual patient's care and should carry out the consultant's instructions and policies, always seeking advice when appropriate. All departmental protocols and policies must be followed and the post-holder must familiarize him/herself with these policies.
The post holder will be encouraged to update his/her knowledge and skills through suitable Continuous Medical Education, including attending all the department's academic, teaching and audit meetings. Study leave is encouraged.
The post holder will participate on the Spinal on call rota at middle grade level during normal working hours, including taking initial calls from GP's and other centres.
About us
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. We offer planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally.
Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team.
The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace. Flexible working requests will be considered.
The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role of Spinal Fellow
The post is anticipated to be filled by a trainee committed to a career in spinal surgery who wishes to extend their experience prior to appointment as a consultant. They should have at extensive experience in spinal surgery and be at SpR 6 (ST9) level or above and obtained FRCS(Orth) or FRCS(SN). The appointee will work largely at the middle grade level, although there may be opportunity for independent operating and outpatient work, dependent on experience and progress. Whilst it is anticipated that the fellow should gain a broad exposure to spinal surgery, account will be taken of any particular field of spinal surgery the appointee wishes to specifically develop.
The weekly timetable will depend on the Consultants the appointee is attached to but they are expected to attend the Out-patient clinics, in-patient operating lists, ward rounds, audit, MDT meetings and clinical teaching as identified according to the job plan. The fellow will also be expected to undertake a weekly daycase injection list. Currently two consultants undertake 3-session operating lists on a single day. The successful candidate will be expected to assist as required whilst maintaining compliance with any hours requirements.
The appointment is subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service and is a whole time appointment. It does not attract a National training Number currently so the appointee will need to bring their number with them or have completed training.
Duties and Responsibilities
Whilst recognizing that the spinal fellow may wish to gain greater experience in specific subspecialist interests within spinal surgery, the successful candidate is expected to ensure they take the opportunity to ensure adequate breadth to their training.
They will be expected to actively participate in the departments audit and clinical governance activities with appraisal.
This post is established to allow the Trust to meet productivity requirements. The timetable will vary according to the needs of the department and the successful applicants experience and duties, but will normally contain a mix of the various categories of work suitable for extending training and experience.
The post holder will be responsible to the relevant consultant for an individual patients care and should carry out the consultants instructions and policies, always seeking advice when appropriate. All departmental protocols and policies must be followed and the post-holder must familiarize him/herself with these policies.
The post holder will be encouraged to update his/her knowledge and skills through suitable Continuous Medical Education, including attending all the departments academic, teaching and audit meetings. Study leave is encouraged.
The post holder will participate on the Spinal on call rota at middle grade level during normal working hours, including taking initial calls from GPs and other centres.
There is no out-of hours work requirement for post holders with principle training in neurosurgery. Post holders from an orthopaedic background may be asked to
participate in the general on call for the hospital which may include some non-spinal orthopaedic patients. On occasion this may require the appointee to undertake simple orthopaedic procedures e.g. MUA dislocated hip replacement, wound washout. There is no trauma admitted directly to ROH, and the post holder would be expected to be non-resident on call but available within the Trust in 30 minutes.
Personal specifications
The successful candidate with need to hold a license to practice with the General Medical Council. They will need to demonstrate evidence of adequate level of previous experience (CV and logbook) together with evidence of significant interest in spinal surgery (evidenced by publications and research relevant to the discipline).
The post holder will need to be able to work with a degree of flexibility, potentially on more than one site. They will need to comply with all Trust policies including Health and Safety, and Infection Control. As the post requires involvement with children and vulnerable adults, the appointee will require a CRB check, and will also need to obtain Occupational Health clearance.
Sample Job Plan
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
AM
Spinal MDT
Theatre
Theatre
Research
Injection list
PM
Clinic
Theatre
Theatre
Clinic
Review of this Job Description
This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder.
Terms and Conditions of Service
The appointment will be held by the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust. The appointment will be held in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Service of Hospital Medical and Dental Staff in the National Health Service and general Whitley Council Terms and Conditions of Service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role of Spinal Fellow
The post is anticipated to be filled by a trainee committed to a career in spinal surgery who wishes to extend their experience prior to appointment as a consultant. They should have at extensive experience in spinal surgery and be at SpR 6 (ST9) level or above and obtained FRCS(Orth) or FRCS(SN). The appointee will work largely at the middle grade level, although there may be opportunity for independent operating and outpatient work, dependent on experience and progress. Whilst it is anticipated that the fellow should gain a broad exposure to spinal surgery, account will be taken of any particular field of spinal surgery the appointee wishes to specifically develop.
The weekly timetable will depend on the Consultants the appointee is attached to but they are expected to attend the Out-patient clinics, in-patient operating lists, ward rounds, audit, MDT meetings and clinical teaching as identified according to the job plan. The fellow will also be expected to undertake a weekly daycase injection list. Currently two consultants undertake 3-session operating lists on a single day. The successful candidate will be expected to assist as required whilst maintaining compliance with any hours requirements.
The appointment is subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service and is a whole time appointment. It does not attract a National training Number currently so the appointee will need to bring their number with them or have completed training.
Duties and Responsibilities
Whilst recognizing that the spinal fellow may wish to gain greater experience in specific subspecialist interests within spinal surgery, the successful candidate is expected to ensure they take the opportunity to ensure adequate breadth to their training.
They will be expected to actively participate in the departments audit and clinical governance activities with appraisal.
This post is established to allow the Trust to meet productivity requirements. The timetable will vary according to the needs of the department and the successful applicants experience and duties, but will normally contain a mix of the various categories of work suitable for extending training and experience.
The post holder will be responsible to the relevant consultant for an individual patients care and should carry out the consultants instructions and policies, always seeking advice when appropriate. All departmental protocols and policies must be followed and the post-holder must familiarize him/herself with these policies.
The post holder will be encouraged to update his/her knowledge and skills through suitable Continuous Medical Education, including attending all the departments academic, teaching and audit meetings. Study leave is encouraged.
The post holder will participate on the Spinal on call rota at middle grade level during normal working hours, including taking initial calls from GPs and other centres.
There is no out-of hours work requirement for post holders with principle training in neurosurgery. Post holders from an orthopaedic background may be asked to
participate in the general on call for the hospital which may include some non-spinal orthopaedic patients. On occasion this may require the appointee to undertake simple orthopaedic procedures e.g. MUA dislocated hip replacement, wound washout. There is no trauma admitted directly to ROH, and the post holder would be expected to be non-resident on call but available within the Trust in 30 minutes.
Personal specifications
The successful candidate with need to hold a license to practice with the General Medical Council. They will need to demonstrate evidence of adequate level of previous experience (CV and logbook) together with evidence of significant interest in spinal surgery (evidenced by publications and research relevant to the discipline).
The post holder will need to be able to work with a degree of flexibility, potentially on more than one site. They will need to comply with all Trust policies including Health and Safety, and Infection Control. As the post requires involvement with children and vulnerable adults, the appointee will require a CRB check, and will also need to obtain Occupational Health clearance.
Sample Job Plan
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
AM
Spinal MDT
Theatre
Theatre
Research
Injection list
PM
Clinic
Theatre
Theatre
Clinic
Review of this Job Description
This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder.
Terms and Conditions of Service
The appointment will be held by the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust. The appointment will be held in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Service of Hospital Medical and Dental Staff in the National Health Service and general Whitley Council Terms and Conditions of Service.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATION/SKILLS
Essential
- FRCS (SN) FRCS (Orth.) GMC Registration
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES
Essential
- Extensive experience as SpR6 in Spinal surgery Good general experience in Orthopaedic Surgery
Desirable
- Evidence of experience in undertaking spinal surgery as demonstrated by operative logbook
PERSONAL QUALITIES DISPOSITION
Essential
- Interest in clinical work, and research Flexible, team player
Desirable
MOTIVATION
Essential
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated and flexible in approach Evidence of commitment to a career in spinal surgery
Desirable
- Experience of spine related publications in peer reviewed journals
Person Specification
QUALIFICATION/SKILLS
Essential
- FRCS (SN) FRCS (Orth.) GMC Registration
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES
Essential
- Extensive experience as SpR6 in Spinal surgery Good general experience in Orthopaedic Surgery
Desirable
- Evidence of experience in undertaking spinal surgery as demonstrated by operative logbook
PERSONAL QUALITIES DISPOSITION
Essential
- Interest in clinical work, and research Flexible, team player
Desirable
MOTIVATION
Essential
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated and flexible in approach Evidence of commitment to a career in spinal surgery
Desirable
- Experience of spine related publications in peer reviewed journals
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
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Bristol Road South
Birmingham
B31 2AP
Employer's website
https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
