Job summary
LOCUM CONSULTANT IN PAEDIATRIC GENERAL SURGERY - 1 post (10 PA's)
Applications are invited for the above full-time NHS locum post, at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, with an aim to being a substantive post in the near future.
We are a friendly, dynamic, innovative and future focussed department. We are seeking like-minded individuals that will complement and enhance our existing team.
This is an exciting time to be joining BHFT which was formed in April 2020 with the merger of Bedford Hospital and the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital. Our integration strategy is well developed and seeks to provide the best experience for staff and the patients we care for.
Main duties of the job
The Trust is expanding our paediatric general surgery service across Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust working collaboratively with our current Paediatric General Surgeon, Mr Roy Gurprashad.
This is a newly created post to support the expansion of Paediatric Surgery within the Trust as per our strategic direction. At present we have one general paediatric surgeon based at Luton and Dunstable Hospital. Patients at Bedford are transferred/referred to major paediatric hubs including Addenbrookes and GOSH. Therefore, elective activity across both sites is required for this role and will be structured within an agreed job plan with the successful candidate
The successful applicant will join our current team of 9 Upper GI consultants with varying specialist interests including Bariatric, Upper GI, Pancreatobiliary and Paediatric surgery.
This role does not currently include an on-call expectation.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates unable for personal reasons to work full-time are invited to apply.
Applicants must be fully registered on the UK General Medical Council.
Applicants must hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
An informal visit to discuss the post and to arrange an informal visit please contact Mr Roy Gurprashad, Paediatric and General Surgery Consultant, or our Clinical Director, Mr Douglas Whitelaw via our secretary, Karen King on 01582 497104, karen.king@ldh.nhs.uk
Alternatively, you can contact David Cox General Manager - General Surgery and Gastroenterology via email david.cox@ldh.nhs.uk or Tom Smith Senior Service Manager for General Surgery via Tom.Smith@ldh.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates unable for personal reasons to work full-time are invited to apply.
Applicants must be fully registered on the UK General Medical Council.
Applicants must hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
An informal visit to discuss the post and to arrange an informal visit please contact Mr Roy Gurprashad, Paediatric and General Surgery Consultant, or our Clinical Director, Mr Douglas Whitelaw via our secretary, Karen King on 01582 497104, karen.king@ldh.nhs.uk
Alternatively, you can contact David Cox General Manager - General Surgery and Gastroenterology via email david.cox@ldh.nhs.uk or Tom Smith Senior Service Manager for General Surgery via Tom.Smith@ldh.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Relevant postgraduate qualification FRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Registration
Essential
- Full GMC registration (GMC licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview), or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Paediatric General Surgery
- Able to offer expert clinical opinions on a range of problems, both emergency and elective within Paediatric General Surgery
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
- Experience in Laparoscopic Paediatric Surgery
Desirable
- Period of time training in fellowship out of region
- Experience in diagnostics and therapeutic Upper GI Endoscopy with JAG accreditation
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
- Experience of guideline appraisal
- Participation in relevant local audits
- Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national audits
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
- Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Relevant postgraduate qualification FRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Registration
Essential
- Full GMC registration (GMC licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview), or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Paediatric General Surgery
- Able to offer expert clinical opinions on a range of problems, both emergency and elective within Paediatric General Surgery
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
- Experience in Laparoscopic Paediatric Surgery
Desirable
- Period of time training in fellowship out of region
- Experience in diagnostics and therapeutic Upper GI Endoscopy with JAG accreditation
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
- Experience of guideline appraisal
- Participation in relevant local audits
- Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national audits
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
- Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
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).
