Job summary
We are looking for a Consultant in Trauma & Orthopaedic with a special interest in Upper Limb and Trauma surgery. You would join the existing team of more than 50 Trauma & Orthopaedic consultants across MSE and will primarily be based at the Southend Hospital site.
Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust is made up of three Acute hospitals based at Basildon, Broomfield and Southend, all of which have access to MRI/CT diagnostic equipment. Additional elective day-case and inpatient theatre capacity is provided through a dedicated elective orthopaedic centre at Braintree Community Hospital which has recently been accredited as one of only 8 National Elective Orthopaedic Hubs by GIRFT.
Main duties of the job
The role involves supporting the Orthopaedic service through participation in daily ward rounds and assisting in elective adult orthopaedic and fracture clinics. The post holder will take part in both elective theatre lists and regular trauma theatre sessions, contributing to the assessment, treatment, and ongoing management of patients. Attendance at relevant departmental and divisional meetings is required to ensure effective communication and service development. The position also includes participation in a 1:12 on-call rota to provide out-of-hours clinical support.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We look forward to your application. Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We look forward to your application. Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities.
Person Specification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Clinical Expertise in T&O
- Completed a Recognised Fellowship in Upper Limb
- Broad Experience in Management of General Skeletal Trauma
- Evidence of ability to make decisions
Desirable
- Previous consultant experience
- Fellowship experience in upper limb arthroplasty
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register
- Appropriate higher surgical Trauma and Orthopaedic Qualification
Desirable
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training in speciality
- Comprehensive knowledge in the speciality and ability to offer expert clinical opinion
- Demonstrates good knowledge of structure and culture of NHS roles and responsibilities
Person Specification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Clinical Expertise in T&O
- Completed a Recognised Fellowship in Upper Limb
- Broad Experience in Management of General Skeletal Trauma
- Evidence of ability to make decisions
Desirable
- Previous consultant experience
- Fellowship experience in upper limb arthroplasty
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register
- Appropriate higher surgical Trauma and Orthopaedic Qualification
Desirable
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training in speciality
- Comprehensive knowledge in the speciality and ability to offer expert clinical opinion
- Demonstrates good knowledge of structure and culture of NHS roles and responsibilities
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).
