Job summary
The care of patients on the wards, in the theatres and at out-patient clinics as appropriate to the grade of the post and under the direction of the consultants responsible.
Registrar will rotate through 2 sub-specialty firms and participate in theatres, clinics, ward rounds and ward cover.
Salary
ST5 - £51,017pa
ST6-8 - £58,398pa
Main duties of the job
This whole-time post is based at the West Wing, John Radcliffe Hospital with occasional visits to peripheral outpatient clinics in the region.
Maintenance of patient records, the completion of summaries and the writing of letters etc., as appropriate.
So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of the above duties the postholder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues. Practitioners will be prepared to perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances without additional remuneration but may be granted time off in lieu at the discretion of the Trust. Commitments arising in such circumstances however are exceptional and practitioners should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel
Job description
Job responsibilities
The care of patients on the wards, in the theatres and at out-patient clinics as appropriate to the grade of the post and under the direction of the consultants responsible, involve:
- Operating sessions
- Attendance at ward rounds and routine ward work
- Outpatient clinics
This whole-time post is based at the West Wing, John Radcliffe Hospital with occasional visits to peripheral outpatient clinics in the region.
Specialist Trainees will be expected to contribute to the assessment of junior colleagues. Specialist Trainees will be familiar with the assessment process used in the ISCP. Specific training will be made available from the Postgraduate Centre.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The care of patients on the wards, in the theatres and at out-patient clinics as appropriate to the grade of the post and under the direction of the consultants responsible, involve:
- Operating sessions
- Attendance at ward rounds and routine ward work
- Outpatient clinics
This whole-time post is based at the West Wing, John Radcliffe Hospital with occasional visits to peripheral outpatient clinics in the region.
Specialist Trainees will be expected to contribute to the assessment of junior colleagues. Specialist Trainees will be familiar with the assessment process used in the ISCP. Specific training will be made available from the Postgraduate Centre.
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- GMC registration and licence to practise
Qualifications/Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Completed junior tier Neurosurgery training with some experience on registrar rota
- Training and experience in the initial assessment and care of the acutely ill patient.
Desirable
- Neurosurgery registrar experience
Skills & knowledge
Essential
- Ability and willingness to learn from all sources.
- Knowledge of own limitations.
- Sound basic clinical skills.
- Aligned to the Trust values.
- Ability to establish good working relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to function calmly and effectively under pressure
- Willing to seek help from colleagues when appropriate
- Flexibility, enthusiasm and probity
- Commitment to continuing personal development.
- Computer literate with experience of working with the Microsoft Office package
- Understanding of the principles of medical audit.
Desirable
- Previous audit projects completed.
- Involvement in research projects.
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- GMC registration and licence to practise
Qualifications/Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Completed junior tier Neurosurgery training with some experience on registrar rota
- Training and experience in the initial assessment and care of the acutely ill patient.
Desirable
- Neurosurgery registrar experience
Skills & knowledge
Essential
- Ability and willingness to learn from all sources.
- Knowledge of own limitations.
- Sound basic clinical skills.
- Aligned to the Trust values.
- Ability to establish good working relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to function calmly and effectively under pressure
- Willing to seek help from colleagues when appropriate
- Flexibility, enthusiasm and probity
- Commitment to continuing personal development.
- Computer literate with experience of working with the Microsoft Office package
- Understanding of the principles of medical audit.
Desirable
- Previous audit projects completed.
- Involvement in research projects.
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).
