Job summary
These posts encompasses the potential to train in colorectal surgery for a one - two year period. The default will be six months each of although there may well be flexibility to adjust this according to the applicants need. There may be opportunities to rotate between firms including Hepatopancreaticobiliary for instance. In view of the rotations on offer, a job description of both posts is given below.
University Hospitals Leicester is the third largest acute trust in England and consists of three hospitals: Leicester Royal Infirmary (LRI), Leicester General Hospital (LGH) and Glenfield Hospital (GH). The Leicester Royal Infirmary is the largest of the three Hospitals and is based in the city centre. The LRI is a busy emergency centre with a large Accident and Emergency unit that sees in excess of 10,000 attendances a year. Approximately 300 emergency laparotomies are undertaken at the LRI per year with close consultant supervision.
Main duties of the job
The firm allocates sessions to trainees on a week by week basis ensuring a fair distribution of theatre, clinic and endoscopy distribution between trainees.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The firm allocates sessions to trainees on a week by week basis ensuring a fair distribution of theatre, clinic and endoscopy distribution between trainees.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The firm allocates sessions to trainees on a week by week basis ensuring a fair distribution of theatre, clinic and endoscopy distribution between trainees.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice.
- MRCS qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of commitment to surgical training
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years experience of working at surgical registrar level either in the UK or abroad (A minimum of 6months in the UK)
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Emotional intelligence and empathy in dealing with cancer patients
- Potential to cope with stressful situations.
- Good communication skills.
- The ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to manage applicants own time and work effectively, understanding of role. Possessing a high degree of motivation and personal self-discipline.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Essential criteria Maximum score 3 Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. Other requirements specific to the role
Research
Essential
- An understanding of and commitment to research and evidence based practice in all aspects of medical care.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice.
- MRCS qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of commitment to surgical training
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years experience of working at surgical registrar level either in the UK or abroad (A minimum of 6months in the UK)
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Emotional intelligence and empathy in dealing with cancer patients
- Potential to cope with stressful situations.
- Good communication skills.
- The ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to manage applicants own time and work effectively, understanding of role. Possessing a high degree of motivation and personal self-discipline.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Essential criteria Maximum score 3 Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. Other requirements specific to the role
Research
Essential
- An understanding of and commitment to research and evidence based practice in all aspects of medical care.
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).
