Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated doctor to join our
department at an exciting time in our Trusts future.
The vacancy has arisen in the Trauma & Orthopaedics department for a
senior orthopaedic trainee (preferably post CCT) to commence from February 2024 for
12 months. This post has been developed as a training opportunity for
registrars preferably post CCT before taking up consultant posts.
In Mid Yorkshire Hospitals, we
perform approximately 1,200 hip and knee replacement surgeries every year and
approximately 110 revision hip and knee replacement surgeries. There is opportunity for the arthroplasty
fellow to train in performing primary hip and knee replacements whilst at the
same time getting exposure to complex reconstructive procedures in hip and knee
revisions.
The post is not
recognised for training by the Postgraduate Dean, although the duties and shift
pattern are exactly the same as the training posts and study leave will be
encouraged on an equivalent basis to that which applies to the educationally
approved SHOs. The post will be on a 1:12 on-call commitment.
For further information please contact in the first instance Mr A Shetty,
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon on telephone: (01924) 542402 or Mr James Newman
01924 542401.
*Please apply early to avoid disappointment as if we receive sufficient
suitable applications the vacancy may close earlier than advertised.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the post will include:
Provision
of care with responsibility for the management of patients with acute and
chronic conditions including complex cases.
Referral
of patients to other specialities as appropriate
Out-patient
activities/clinics
Involvement
in specialty and cross-specialty multi-disciplinary teams and meetings
Involvement
in relevant administration duties
Teaching
and supervision of junior medical staff and other clinicians as appropriate
Active
involvement in audit and clinical governance including service improvement
activities
The
above list is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely duties may be
altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after
discussion with the post holder.
About us
We provide care and support to over a million people in
Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, community settings and across our
three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of
innovation and research, and we invest in teaching and the development of our
workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful
and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid
Yorkshire the best place to work and receive care.
We value diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm
irrespective of age, disability, neurodivergence, sex, gender identity and
gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation,
or other personal circumstances including providing unpaid carers support to
someone with a health and care need. As ethnic minority groups, members of the
LGBTQ+ community, and people with a disability/neurodivergence are currently
under-represented across the organisation, we encourage applications from
members of these groups. We have policies and procedures to ensure all
applicants are treated fairly and consistently.
We are proud of our staff networks - who offer valuable
guidance and feedback from those with lived experience.
We have a clear vision and you could be part of this! If
you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our
patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust is
pleased to announce the development and introduction of these new roles. The posts will be a combination of service
delivery and educational input within the specialty.
The post-holders will have a named
supervisor, and be supported in undertaking scheduled educational opportunities
within the Trust and specialties.
An
Introduction to the Division/Specialty
In Mid Yorkshire Hospitals, we perform approximately 1,200
hip and knee replacement surgeries every year and approximately 110 revision
hip and knee replacement surgeries.
There is opportunity for the arthroplasty fellow to train in performing
primary hip and knee replacements whilst at the same time getting exposure to
complex reconstructive procedures in hip and knee revisions. Adequate hands on experience in
lower limb joint replacements is required for this post.
This post has been developed as a
training opportunity for registrars preferably post CCT before taking up
consultant posts.
Head of
clinical service oversees the day to day management of the department along
with the Patient Service Manager and Assistant Patient Service Manager.
The
elective service is also lead by the Elective Lead and the trauma service by
Trauma lead.
Orthopaedics
is under the Division of Surgery and the Head of Clinical Service reports to
the Divisional Clinical Director.
Department Staffing
Consultant
Establishment
Consultants Special Interest
Mr B Ketzer Upper limb surgery
Mr M Rawes Joint replacement and revision
surgery
Mr N Tulwa Paediatric orthopaedics
Mr A Cohen Young adult knee surgery
Mr A Shetty Lower limb
arthroplasty and revision surgery
Mr V Deore Upper limb surgery
Mr J Newman Knee Arthroplasty and soft tissue knee
surgery
Head of clinical service
Mr A Ng Lower
limb arthroplasty and Revision surgery
Mr L Koch Joint replacement
Mr S Jones Joint replacement
Mr B Venkateswaran Upper limb surgery and sport
injuries
Mr K
Haendlmayer Foot and
ankle surgery
Mr J Eyre Foot and ankle surgery (Trauma lead)
Mr J Pickard Podiatry
Mr M Varghese Upper Limb surgery
Ms H Bryant Paediatric orthopaedics
Mr V Rajput Soft Tissue
Knees
The Service Role
From a clinical perspective these posts will
participate in the cross site senior trainee rota. The senior trainee rota is compliant with the
2016 junior doctor contract averaging 48 hours per week. The illustrative rota pattern is attached to
this job description.
On-call
will be at the registrar level and on a 1:12 rota
Job description
Job responsibilities
Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust is
pleased to announce the development and introduction of these new roles. The posts will be a combination of service
delivery and educational input within the specialty.
The post-holders will have a named
supervisor, and be supported in undertaking scheduled educational opportunities
within the Trust and specialties.
An
Introduction to the Division/Specialty
In Mid Yorkshire Hospitals, we perform approximately 1,200
hip and knee replacement surgeries every year and approximately 110 revision
hip and knee replacement surgeries.
There is opportunity for the arthroplasty fellow to train in performing
primary hip and knee replacements whilst at the same time getting exposure to
complex reconstructive procedures in hip and knee revisions. Adequate hands on experience in
lower limb joint replacements is required for this post.
This post has been developed as a
training opportunity for registrars preferably post CCT before taking up
consultant posts.
Head of
clinical service oversees the day to day management of the department along
with the Patient Service Manager and Assistant Patient Service Manager.
The
elective service is also lead by the Elective Lead and the trauma service by
Trauma lead.
Orthopaedics
is under the Division of Surgery and the Head of Clinical Service reports to
the Divisional Clinical Director.
Department Staffing
Consultant
Establishment
Consultants Special Interest
Mr B Ketzer Upper limb surgery
Mr M Rawes Joint replacement and revision
surgery
Mr N Tulwa Paediatric orthopaedics
Mr A Cohen Young adult knee surgery
Mr A Shetty Lower limb
arthroplasty and revision surgery
Mr V Deore Upper limb surgery
Mr J Newman Knee Arthroplasty and soft tissue knee
surgery
Head of clinical service
Mr A Ng Lower
limb arthroplasty and Revision surgery
Mr L Koch Joint replacement
Mr S Jones Joint replacement
Mr B Venkateswaran Upper limb surgery and sport
injuries
Mr K
Haendlmayer Foot and
ankle surgery
Mr J Eyre Foot and ankle surgery (Trauma lead)
Mr J Pickard Podiatry
Mr M Varghese Upper Limb surgery
Ms H Bryant Paediatric orthopaedics
Mr V Rajput Soft Tissue
Knees
The Service Role
From a clinical perspective these posts will
participate in the cross site senior trainee rota. The senior trainee rota is compliant with the
2016 junior doctor contract averaging 48 hours per week. The illustrative rota pattern is attached to
this job description.
On-call
will be at the registrar level and on a 1:12 rota
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
Desirable
- Progress towards or attainment of Royal College Exams
- ATLS, BLS certification
- Higher qualification, FRCS, MRCS or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience at a Registrar level in Trauma & Orthopaedics
Desirable
- CCT or nearing completion of training
- Experience of teaching clinical skills
- Clinical research and development
Right to work
Essential
- Eligibility to work in the UK
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state GMC number
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree from recognised medical school
Desirable
- Progress towards or attainment of Royal College Exams
- ATLS, BLS certification
- Higher qualification, FRCS, MRCS or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience at a Registrar level in Trauma & Orthopaedics
Desirable
- CCT or nearing completion of training
- Experience of teaching clinical skills
- Clinical research and development
Right to work
Essential
- Eligibility to work in the UK
GMC Registration
Essential
- Please state GMC number
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
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).
