Job summary
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has been at the forefront of the provision of innovative and pioneering specialist orthopaedic surgery/care for over 100 years. Nationally and internationally we are recognised for the expertise of our clinical staff who aim to provide high standards of care throughout every step of the patient's journey. The hospital is also at the forefront of orthopaedic research and is active in clinical and basic science fields of orthopaedics and musculoskeletal medicine.
This post is designed to give the successful applicant the opportunity to develop their research pedigree in an environment of clinical academia, whilst maintaining clinical skills and being exposed to the breadth of orthopaedics and musculoskeletal pathology.
It is envisioned that the successful candidate will complete this post with published papers and a CV that will make them more competitive in the next stage of their career. They will also have knowledge and expertise that will serve to develop their own research in the future. The successful applicant will work within the team of one of our research active clinicians on all aspects of research including grant writing, research design, approvals, carrying out the research and writing up and disseminating the results.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates must hold GMC registration. MRCS or equivalent is also desirable. The post is suitable for individuals wishing to expand their Orthopaedic experience. The post holder must be able to demonstrate flexibility and have the ability to work as part of an effective team, whilst maintaining high quality patient care.
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equal opportunities and operates a no smoking policy. The trust reserves the right to close the job advertisement, when sufficient applications have been received and therefore all candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible.
Please see attached full job description and person specification for further information on the main duties of the job.
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
The writing of grant applications
The applications for both ethical and HRA approvals
Experimental design
The carrying out of the research which may include basic science laboratory work, data analysis and clinical research work.
The writing up of research findings and submission to journals for publication or presentation at national or international conferences.
Undertaking research training as required by the work involved in.
Clinical
The admission and treatment of emergency admissions received from other hospitals.
Clerking (i.e., full history and examination) and day to day management of the inpatients for whom you are responsible.
Arrangement, follow up and follow through investigations such as blood tests, X-rays and ECGs.
Investigation and management of tertiary referral patients.
Practical procedures e.g., Insertion of venflons, catheters, nasogastric tubes etc.
Documentation of patients progress in the hospital notes.
Obtaining consent for procedures (when appropriate).
Carrying cardiac arrest bleep and acting as member of resuscitation team.
Preparing patients for surgery, preparing theatre lists and on occasion assisting with procedures in theatre.
Safe and cost-effective prescribing.
Close liaison with other members of the team and your Consultant, Registrars, GP trainees, Fellows and Nurses concerning care of your patients.
Communication with patients, relatives, nurses, GPs and other colleagues.
Handover of patient information between shifts.
Referral of patients to other teams.
Discharge notification.
Death certification.
Other
Reading and applying appropriate Trust policies and local guidelines and SOPs for the management of patients
Job description
Job responsibilities
The writing of grant applications
The applications for both ethical and HRA approvals
Experimental design
The carrying out of the research which may include basic science laboratory work, data analysis and clinical research work.
The writing up of research findings and submission to journals for publication or presentation at national or international conferences.
Undertaking research training as required by the work involved in.
Clinical
The admission and treatment of emergency admissions received from other hospitals.
Clerking (i.e., full history and examination) and day to day management of the inpatients for whom you are responsible.
Arrangement, follow up and follow through investigations such as blood tests, X-rays and ECGs.
Investigation and management of tertiary referral patients.
Practical procedures e.g., Insertion of venflons, catheters, nasogastric tubes etc.
Documentation of patients progress in the hospital notes.
Obtaining consent for procedures (when appropriate).
Carrying cardiac arrest bleep and acting as member of resuscitation team.
Preparing patients for surgery, preparing theatre lists and on occasion assisting with procedures in theatre.
Safe and cost-effective prescribing.
Close liaison with other members of the team and your Consultant, Registrars, GP trainees, Fellows and Nurses concerning care of your patients.
Communication with patients, relatives, nurses, GPs and other colleagues.
Handover of patient information between shifts.
Referral of patients to other teams.
Discharge notification.
Death certification.
Other
Reading and applying appropriate Trust policies and local guidelines and SOPs for the management of patients
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- GMC Registration
- ATLS, ALS or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation level competencies or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of previous participation in research
- Interest in organising Audit
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding the principles of Audit
- Experience of Audit
- Experience of Management
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Capacity to operate effectively under pressure
- Prepared to be flexible in working patterns
- Awareness of own limitations & when to ask for help
- Capacity to communicate effectively & sensitively with others
- Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way which they can understand
- Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving skills
- Capacity to monitor and anticipate situation that may change rapidly
- Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills
- Able to work effectively in a Multi-Disciplinary Team
- Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent & important demands, follow instructions
- Understands importance & impact of information systems
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- GMC Registration
- ATLS, ALS or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Completion of Foundation level competencies or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of previous participation in research
- Interest in organising Audit
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding the principles of Audit
- Experience of Audit
- Experience of Management
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Capacity to operate effectively under pressure
- Prepared to be flexible in working patterns
- Awareness of own limitations & when to ask for help
- Capacity to communicate effectively & sensitively with others
- Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way which they can understand
- Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving skills
- Capacity to monitor and anticipate situation that may change rapidly
- Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills
- Able to work effectively in a Multi-Disciplinary Team
- Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent & important demands, follow instructions
- Understands importance & impact of information systems
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)
