Job summary
This registrar post (ST3+ equivalent) is based within the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, which has one of the largest Paediatric Orthopaedic units in the country and is the regional Paediatric Major Trauma Centre for South West England. This post is a 6-month appointment, suitable for those interested in Paediatric Orthopaedics. The post holder will be required to take part in clinics and operating lists at the Bristol Children's Hospital and on occasion other centres in the South west. They will be expected to participate in departmental audit and research and have a role in teaching and supporting the junior members of the team. There is an on call commitment on our middle grade rota.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will become part of a dynamic team including ten consultants, six registrars and three junior fellows and gain experience in all aspects of Paediatric Orthopaedics. The individual will be responsible for the day-to-day care of paediatric orthopaedic inpatients including emergency and elective admissions.
We will provide the successful candidates with a wealth of opportunity to gain experience in managing many Paediatric Orthopaedic conditions including development hip dysplasia, complex foot deformities, neuromuscular conditions, skeletal dysplasias and complex upper and lower limb deformities. Specialist clinics and fracture clinics run daily.
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
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for further details. Please contact on the information below if you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for further details. Please contact on the information below if you have any questions.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 4 years of approved training in orthopaedic surgery.
- Specialist interest in paediatric orthopaedics.
- Experience of teaching.
Desirable
- At least 6 months experience in paediatric orthopaedic surgery at registrar level.
- ATLS or equivalents.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate clearly with children, their families and allies health workers.
Desirable
- Evidence of understanding the role of clinical management.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBChB (or equivalent) GMC registration or licence to practice.
- FRCS Orth (or equivalent).
Desirable
- Management training or qualification.
- Teaching qualification.
Additional and Aptitudes
Essential
- Respecting Everyone.
- Embracing Change.
- Recognising Success.
- Working Together.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 4 years of approved training in orthopaedic surgery.
- Specialist interest in paediatric orthopaedics.
- Experience of teaching.
Desirable
- At least 6 months experience in paediatric orthopaedic surgery at registrar level.
- ATLS or equivalents.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to communicate clearly with children, their families and allies health workers.
Desirable
- Evidence of understanding the role of clinical management.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBChB (or equivalent) GMC registration or licence to practice.
- FRCS Orth (or equivalent).
Desirable
- Management training or qualification.
- Teaching qualification.
Additional and Aptitudes
Essential
- Respecting Everyone.
- Embracing Change.
- Recognising Success.
- Working Together.
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 Hospital for Children
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8BJ
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
