Job summary
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital is seeking to recruit a Consultant Peripheral Nerve and Spasticity Surgeon into a Substantive post. This would be treating elective Peripheral nerve condition and spasticity of the upper limb. At the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, the Consultant would join the Small Joints team which includes six other hand surgeons. The expectation would be that the post-holder would have the relevant skills and knowledge in the generality of peripheral nerve surgery and experience in brachial plexus and spasticity surgery.
There would be support to develop a related research portfolio and the trust will endeavour to support any ongoing research already associated with the applicant.
A multidisciplinary working with the hand therapy team and surgical colleagues is expected within the department.
The department undertakes a comprehensive range of hand surgery with surgeons having specialist interests in spasticity, peripheral nerve and wrist pathologies. Paediatric patients are not treated in the trust.
Main duties of the job
This would be treating elective Peripheral nerve condition and spasticity of the upper limb. At the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, the Consultant would join the Small Joints team which includes six other hand surgeons. The expectation would be that the post-holder would have the relevant skills and knowledge in the generality of peripheral nerve surgery and experience in brachial plexus and spasticity surgery.
There would be support to develop a related research portfolio and the trust will endeavor to support any ongoing research already associated with the applicant.
A multidisciplinary working with the hand therapy team and surgical colleagues is expected within the department.
The department undertakes a comprehensive range of hand surgery with surgeons having specialist interests in spasticity, peripheral nerve and wrist pathologies. Paediatric patients are not treated in the trust.
There are currently 6 Hand surgeons, 2 of which work across ROH and UHB. this post however is solely based at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital.
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 job plan is based upon 10 PA with potential to review and increase upon appointment.
The post will includes
- Twice weekly full day Elective Hand surgery theatre lists (5DCC)
- Twice weekly Elective Hand surgery clinics (2DCC)
- 1.5 SPA and 1 admin session are provided with possibility to increase the SPAs dependent on additional roles undertaken
- 0.5 DCC are expected to be made up by working evening or weekend sessions on an adhoc basis to make the post up to 10PA per week over the year.
If a larger research element preferable due to existing grants then this can be negotiated on appointment and either additional to the 10 PAs or as a replacement to DCC. Consultants within the Trust are expected to complete job plan diaries when required to ensure appropriate remuneration.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job plan is based upon 10 PA with potential to review and increase upon appointment.
The post will includes
- Twice weekly full day Elective Hand surgery theatre lists (5DCC)
- Twice weekly Elective Hand surgery clinics (2DCC)
- 1.5 SPA and 1 admin session are provided with possibility to increase the SPAs dependent on additional roles undertaken
- 0.5 DCC are expected to be made up by working evening or weekend sessions on an adhoc basis to make the post up to 10PA per week over the year.
If a larger research element preferable due to existing grants then this can be negotiated on appointment and either additional to the 10 PAs or as a replacement to DCC. Consultants within the Trust are expected to complete job plan diaries when required to ensure appropriate remuneration.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Skills
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via oCCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview oCESR o European Community Rights
Desirable
- Completion of the BSSH Hand Diploma
- IRMER qualification to use Mini C-arm
- Relevant Higher Degree or equivalent
Special Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- A minimum 12 months demonstrable experience in a Orthoplastic hand surgery fellowship/consultant post.
- Minimum 12 months experience at consultant level specializing in peripheral nerve surgery
Desirable
- Micro-surgical experience
- Senior training at more than one specialist centre
Personal Qualities Disposition
Essential
- Commitment to working flexibly to deliver outstanding patient care and contribute to developing the service.
Desirable
- Experience of MDT working
Motivation
Essential
- Evidence of clear commitment to delivering high quality patient care including attendance and contribution to specialty meetings.
Desirable
- Awards, prizes in National meetings
Person Specification
Qualifications/Skills
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via oCCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview oCESR o European Community Rights
Desirable
- Completion of the BSSH Hand Diploma
- IRMER qualification to use Mini C-arm
- Relevant Higher Degree or equivalent
Special Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- A minimum 12 months demonstrable experience in a Orthoplastic hand surgery fellowship/consultant post.
- Minimum 12 months experience at consultant level specializing in peripheral nerve surgery
Desirable
- Micro-surgical experience
- Senior training at more than one specialist centre
Personal Qualities Disposition
Essential
- Commitment to working flexibly to deliver outstanding patient care and contribute to developing the service.
Desirable
- Experience of MDT working
Motivation
Essential
- Evidence of clear commitment to delivering high quality patient care including attendance and contribution to specialty meetings.
Desirable
- Awards, prizes in National meetings
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 Truts
Bristol Road South
Birmingham
B31 2AP
Employer's website
https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
