Job summary
We require Trust Grade Junior Doctors to work in the Trauma and Orthopaedics Department at Gloucestershire Royal & Cheltenham General Hospital, although post-holders may rotate between both sites. These posts are not recognised for training but will offer a similar experience as the Core Surgical Trainees and F2s who share the rota. The posts are initially for 12 months but are extendable, depending on satisfactory performance
These posts provide the opportunity to gain skills in orthopaedics at CST level equivalent to gain more experience prior to applying for ST3 entry. You will be given every opportunity to attend theatre/clinic as well as working as part of team looking after elective and trauma patients. There are also audit and research opportunities for you to build a competitive CV.
PLEASE NOTE IF WE HAVE SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS THIS POST MAY CLOSE EARLY
Main duties of the job
Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements:-To ensure the provision of a safe, efficient and clinical effective orthopaedic trauma serviceTo provide effective leadership to all staff engaged in these specialtiesTo sustain and develop teaching and research wherever appropriateTo undertake all work in accordance with the Trust's procedures and operating policies
To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trust's service plansTo maintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Surgical Division or the Trust
Both sites operate a ward-based structure, in which doctors rotate between elective and trauma wards. This ensures the workload is spread evenly and there are predictable times in which doctors can attend clinics and theatres for their educational needs.
About us
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and with over 8,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. We offer a generous annual leave allowance, excellent bank rates, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our health and well-being hub, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, reward and recognition schemes, exercise and activity classes and membership to our popular hospital choir.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities
Undertaking ward rounds daily. Attending consultant ward rounds as required. Admitting trauma patients when on-call Attendance at outpatient clinics and theatre as required. Requesting investigations/treatment for patients as necessary. Providing cover for colleagues in emergency and unforeseen situations. Participation at teaching and regular clinical meetings held within the hospital
On-call The on-call rota at GRH is a 1:10 full shift, prospective cover for annual and study leave.
As a employee of the Trust the post-holder will work in close co-operation with and support other clinical, medical, professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trusts patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities
Undertaking ward rounds daily. Attending consultant ward rounds as required. Admitting trauma patients when on-call Attendance at outpatient clinics and theatre as required. Requesting investigations/treatment for patients as necessary. Providing cover for colleagues in emergency and unforeseen situations. Participation at teaching and regular clinical meetings held within the hospital
On-call The on-call rota at GRH is a 1:10 full shift, prospective cover for annual and study leave.
As a employee of the Trust the post-holder will work in close co-operation with and support other clinical, medical, professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trusts patients.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and a licence to practise
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Msc in Trauma and Orthopaedics
Experience
Essential
- Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge, judgement & prioritise clinical need
- Demonstrate appropriate technical competence & Evidence of development of excellent diagnostic skills & judgement
Desirable
- Previous Foundation or Trust Grade doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedics
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Previous Foundation or Trust Grade doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice
- Broad range of Information Technology skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to provide leadership within a team and able to work as a team member
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and a licence to practise
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Desirable
- Msc in Trauma and Orthopaedics
Experience
Essential
- Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge, judgement & prioritise clinical need
- Demonstrate appropriate technical competence & Evidence of development of excellent diagnostic skills & judgement
Desirable
- Previous Foundation or Trust Grade doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedics
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Previous Foundation or Trust Grade doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice
- Broad range of Information Technology skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to provide leadership within a team and able to work as a team member
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).
