Job summary
This is an exciting new opportunity for 4 doctors to embark on a6 month clinical fellow postin the Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics with potential extension to 12 months.This role can be split into4 days ward work(75%) and1 day for personal developmentwith additional development time to make up 25% (negotiable working pattern).
These posts would suit doctors who have recently completed Foundation Training and are considering careers in Acute or Geriatric Medicine, Perioperative Care (Anaesthetics/ICU) and Emergency Medicine or General Practice.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will join an existing team of 13 enthusiastic and motivated doctors (10 SHOs and 3 F1s) working with Consultant Ortho-Geriatricians and Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons covering general adult trauma. This role is primarily focussed on providing excellent perioperative care to patients with fragility fractures (Silver Trauma) and complex medical needs.
The orthopaedic department also provides limb reconstruction surgery and specialist hand and wrist services, and other orthopaedic sub-specialties. The service is based on two orthopaedic wards (A604 for Silver Trauma and A602 for Orthopaedic trauma) at the Bristol Royal Infirmary (BRI). These posts will predominantly be based on the Silver Trauma Unit ward A604.
The department is comprised of 14 full time orthopaedic consultants, 3 consultant ortho-geriatricians with 2 staff grade specialists, 8 orthopaedic specialist registrar middle grades and up to 13 SHO level doctors (including these posts) plus 3 F1s.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
- GMC registration
- Recent completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent
- ILS or equivalent
- NHS Experience
Desirable
- MRCP or MRCS
- Recent ALS or ATLS
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- The ability to practise independently under consultant supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT IMPACT certification).
Additional & Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues
- Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity
Desirable
- Contemporary evidence of involvement in quality improvement and clinical audit
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Qualifications and Training
Desirable
- Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification
- GMC registration
- Recent completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent
- ILS or equivalent
- NHS Experience
Desirable
- MRCP or MRCS
- Recent ALS or ATLS
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- The ability to practise independently under consultant supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT IMPACT certification).
Additional & Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues
- Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity
Desirable
- Contemporary evidence of involvement in quality improvement and clinical audit
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Qualifications and Training
Desirable
- Undertaken additional teaching courses or 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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
