Job summary
The successful candidate will be part of the multi-disciplinary team approach to care within the specialty of Trauma and Orthopaedics. The unit is internationally and nationally recognised. Professor Briggs' Getting It Right First Time programme has been established in our department and we have at the recommendation/request of Professor Briggs hosted large ESHT enhanced pathway presentations to Acute/Foundation Trusts, Trauma and Orthopaedic teams and continued to work collaborative with them and the region to improve pathways of care for Orthopaedic patients, putting the patient at the centre of all that we do.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor to join our busy and dynamic team who have a large turnover of elective and trauma work. Previous experience in Orthopaedics would be an advantage, as would other Surgical Specialties but with a main interest in developing Orthopaedic skills and knowledge. We welcome doctors wanting to broaden their skills within a team surrounded by many supportive clinicians.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
LED FY2 Doctor Orthopaedics to work cross site. Applicants are invited to apply for the full time post and previous surgical experience is preferred.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
LED FY2 Doctor Orthopaedics to work cross site. Applicants are invited to apply for the full time post and previous surgical experience is preferred.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent, Full Registration with GMC
Desirable
- MD or equivalent, BSE accreditation
Training and experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Orthopaedics.
Desirable
- Experience in Orthopaedics
Administration
Essential
- Evidence of participation in staff management, Understanding of recent initiatives and changes, including Clinical Governance and Appraisal
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualifications, Knowledge of the structure of Health Service
Audit, Research and Publicatio
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit, Understanding of the role of research
Desirable
- Completion and/or Publication of audit projects, Experience of clinical research culminating in presentation and publication of original studies, review articles, etc, relevant to speciality,Ability to lead clinical research project
Personal skills
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a multi-disciplinary team, Leadership qualities,Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills,Ability to work with colleagues in other specialities to develop local services, Professional attitude towards work,
Desirable
- Good presentation skills, Demonstration of initiated projects, Specific attributes for post
Teaching
Essential
- Enthusiasm for teaching medical students, nursing staff and other professional groups
Desirable
- Educational qualification
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent, Full Registration with GMC
Desirable
- MD or equivalent, BSE accreditation
Training and experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Orthopaedics.
Desirable
- Experience in Orthopaedics
Administration
Essential
- Evidence of participation in staff management, Understanding of recent initiatives and changes, including Clinical Governance and Appraisal
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualifications, Knowledge of the structure of Health Service
Audit, Research and Publicatio
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit, Understanding of the role of research
Desirable
- Completion and/or Publication of audit projects, Experience of clinical research culminating in presentation and publication of original studies, review articles, etc, relevant to speciality,Ability to lead clinical research project
Personal skills
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a multi-disciplinary team, Leadership qualities,Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills,Ability to work with colleagues in other specialities to develop local services, Professional attitude towards work,
Desirable
- Good presentation skills, Demonstration of initiated projects, Specific attributes for post
Teaching
Essential
- Enthusiasm for teaching medical students, nursing staff and other professional groups
Desirable
- Educational qualification
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).
