Job summary
We are seeking a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery and Limb Reconstruction, to join our team of 25 Trauma and Orthopaedic Consultants as a locum for a minimum of twelve months of post-fellowship experience in Paediatric Orthopaedics and extensive proficiency in applying circular frames are prerequisites. The applicant needs to demonstrate a proven track record of managing complex injuries, showcasing both experience and skills. Additionally, a commitment to contributing to the advancement of the orthoplastic and limb reconstruction service within the trust is expected. Registration with the GMC, completion of clinical training, and possessing experience equivalent to the criteria for obtaining a UK CCT in Orthopaedics are mandatory. The successful candidate must also be willing to actively engage in Teaching and Clinical Governance Provision.
Main duties of the job
This post will complement the existing Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery and Limb Reconstruction service.
The post holder will participate in the existing general Trauma and Orthopaedic on call rota. As a Major Trauma Centre, trauma surgery at Royal Preston Hospital includes general and major trauma cases. Spinal trauma is managed by the Orthopaedic Spinal surgeons and Neurosurgeons. Non-spinal orthopaedic surgeons are not on call for spinal surgery.
Due to the fortnightly departmental structure of fracture clinics, mutually cooperative arrangements are in place between Consultant colleagues to facilitate review of patients at one week time intervals if required.
This post will have equitable working conditions to their established Consultant colleagues and will involve clinical sessions in Royal Preston Hospital and Chorley and South Ribble Hospital. The base hospital will be Royal Preston Hospital.
About us
We aim to provide excellent care with compassion and believe that creating a positive working environment, where staff feel valued, supported and empowered, will enable us to achieve this aim for every patient, every time.
The Major Trauma Centre at Royal Preston Hospital delivers the Major Trauma Service for Lancashire and South Cumbria.
In Orthopaedics, delivery of acute trauma care is via a Trauma Week system. The Trauma Week model involves 2 Consultants working in pairs and undertaking one of two fixed cycles, designated Week 1 and Week 2.
The Trust benefits from its close proximity to a number of quality academic institutions, as well as being a provider of a variety of specialist services across the region.
As a teaching hospital, we encourage all our staff to participate in teaching and training at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. We are committed to developing our teaching and academic activities and can facilitate meeting any training needs for these roles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:
- What we can offer
- Job Plan/On-call Requirements
- The Team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:
- What we can offer
- Job Plan/On-call Requirements
- The Team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCS (Trauma & Ortho) or equivalent
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Minimum 12 months Paediatric Orthopaedic experience at post fellowship level
- Wide range of experience in orthopaedic trauma including application of circular frames.
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining a UK CCT in Orthopaedics
- Valid ATLS certificate or equivalent
- Evidence of suitable logbook experience in Trauma Surgery
Management
Essential
- Evidence of Clinical Leadership
- Evidence of commitment to audit and improving clinical practice/service development
Desirable
- Evidence of training in leadership
- Evidence of training in Clinical and Educational Supervision
Research and Development
Essential
- Evidence of interest in personal development e.g. through research and/or publications
- Relevant publications
- Relevant National or International Orthopaedic presentations
Desirable
Health
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements in line with GMC Standards/ Good Medical Practice
Personal
Essential
- Effective written and communication skills (with examples).
- Good organisation skills (with examples).
- Works well within a multidisciplinary environment.
- Resident within 30 minutes travel time to Chorley/Preston.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCS (Trauma & Ortho) or equivalent
Experience and Skills
Essential
- Minimum 12 months Paediatric Orthopaedic experience at post fellowship level
- Wide range of experience in orthopaedic trauma including application of circular frames.
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining a UK CCT in Orthopaedics
- Valid ATLS certificate or equivalent
- Evidence of suitable logbook experience in Trauma Surgery
Management
Essential
- Evidence of Clinical Leadership
- Evidence of commitment to audit and improving clinical practice/service development
Desirable
- Evidence of training in leadership
- Evidence of training in Clinical and Educational Supervision
Research and Development
Essential
- Evidence of interest in personal development e.g. through research and/or publications
- Relevant publications
- Relevant National or International Orthopaedic presentations
Desirable
Health
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements in line with GMC Standards/ Good Medical Practice
Personal
Essential
- Effective written and communication skills (with examples).
- Good organisation skills (with examples).
- Works well within a multidisciplinary environment.
- Resident within 30 minutes travel time to Chorley/Preston.
Desirable
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).
