Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Trust Grade Doctor ST1/2 to our existing busy surgical department on a 12-months Fixed Term contract.
We have a large throughput of elective and emergency cases; approximately 10-15 cases are admitted as emergencies, but twice the number may be seen in the newly commissioned surgical admissions unit. Out Patient and operating sessions are held not only at Blackpool Victoria Hospital but also in peripheral hospitals at Fleetwood and Lytham. Every firm has a scheduled day case list giving ample exposure to basic surgical techniques; further there are 3 elective sessions every week offering the opportunity to take part in major operative procedures.
There is 1 Urology Ward and 4 General Surgery Wards.
All emergency patients are admitted directly to the admissions unit.
Surgical Trainees work a system of full shifts which reflects the work intensity of the department. (The department also employs Nurse Practitioners to support Junior Medical Staff and alleviate inappropriate duties).
Main duties of the job
Clinical Duties
- Provision of in-patient care for Consultant's patients.
- Attendance at Department Audit Meetings (1 per month)
- Attendance at out-patient clinics (2 per week)
- Attendance at Theatre sessions, with or without Consultants (3 per week).
- Participation in Full Shift emergency cover - 1 week of nights in 9 weeks.
- Discharge summaries and follow-up clinic letters as directed.
- Attendance at formal Surgical Teaching (1 session per week).
- Other duties as directed by the Clinical Director for the care of his patients.
About us
The Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of approximately 328,000 with large seasonal fluctuations, and includes the 3 Boroughs of Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde. The Victoria Hospital is a District General Hospital with 849 beds, all the usual specialties are provided for and, in addition, visiting staff hold consultative clinics in Radiotherapy, Neurology and Neurosurgery.
The Victoria Hospital is a Sub-Regional Centre for Cardiology and Cardiothoracic Surgery.
The hospital has a large Radiology Department with facilities for MRI and CT Scanning, Nuclear Radiology and Ultrasound.
A new Surgical block was completed in 2011
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior House Officers and Trust Doctors (SHO Level) may be required to perform routine tasks on the Private Patients Suite commensurate with skills and ability. In the undertaking of duties in the care of Private Patients junior doctors total hours of work should not exceed New Deal limits nor should they be expected to undertake inappropriate duties. The Trust will closely monitor the impact on the workload of junior doctors with robust systems to ensure continuing compliance with the New Deal requirements on working hours and appropriate duties.
The junior doctor accepts that he will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant, in consultation where practicable with his colleagues, both senior and junior. It has been agreed between the professions and the Department that while juniors accept that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under the sub-section are exceptional and in particular, that juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior House Officers and Trust Doctors (SHO Level) may be required to perform routine tasks on the Private Patients Suite commensurate with skills and ability. In the undertaking of duties in the care of Private Patients junior doctors total hours of work should not exceed New Deal limits nor should they be expected to undertake inappropriate duties. The Trust will closely monitor the impact on the workload of junior doctors with robust systems to ensure continuing compliance with the New Deal requirements on working hours and appropriate duties.
The junior doctor accepts that he will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate Consultant, in consultation where practicable with his colleagues, both senior and junior. It has been agreed between the professions and the Department that while juniors accept that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under the sub-section are exceptional and in particular, that juniors should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis
Person Specification
GMC Registered
Essential
Years of experience
Essential
NHS
Essential
Person Specification
GMC Registered
Essential
Years of experience
Essential
NHS
Essential
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).
