Job summary
The Trauma and Orthopaedic Department based at St Mary's Hospital is looking to recruit a Specialist Doctor. We are looking for a highly motivated doctor to initially join the middle grade on-call rota for Trauma.
We are seeking engaged and enthusiastic individuals who want to join us on our improvement journey. You will be committed to upholding our Trust values. In return, you will join a friendly multidisciplinary team, delivering compassionate care to our island residents and visitors. We will invest in you as an individual and in your future professional development.
The Orthopaedic Department provides an integrated Orthopaedic and Trauma service and has facilities which include elective and trauma wards for in-patient care, a day-case unit, two Trauma & Orthopaedic theatres, designated Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, x-ray and an out-patient suite.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work alongside the consultants in the department and will be expected to carry out a wide range of elective and trauma surgery. you will undertake theatre lists and clinics and should be experienced enough to be able to undertake these independently.
You will participate in a non-resident 1:7 on call commitment, which is essential in the support of our Resident Doctors.
The department is actively involved in audit and research and there are opportunities for the post holder to be involved in both.
Please direct enquiries to Mr Daniel Gheorghiu, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and Clinical Lead for Trauma & Orthopaedics via email d.gheorghiu@nhs.net. Informal visits are welcomed.
About us
The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is an acute and ambulance Trust serving a population of 140,000 that increases significantly during the summer months. The breadth of its services and the demographics of the population presents its own unique challenges and as well as some great opportunities.
We are on an improvement journey and as part of that, we are developing partnership arrangements with other organisations to ensure the future sustainability of all our services. We are currently rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission.
Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire Trust's beach hut in Ryde. We offer many flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem located off the South Coast of England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The island offers an amazing coastline with beautiful countryside, year-round events, festivals and award-winning attractions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assist in the provision of a comprehensive orthopaedic and trauma service as an independent practitioner.To participate in the day-to-day management of orthopaedic and trauma patients.To undertake theatre lists and clinics as required. You should be experienced enough to be able to undertake your own operating lists.To participate in the middle grade emergency 1:7 on-call rota with prospective cover for leave.
- In line with requirements of clinical governance, the appointee will be expected to participate in clinical audit, including where appropriate, local on-going and new audits, and specialty regional and national audit programmes.
- The post holder will be expected to play his/her part in postgraduate activities with responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contribute to undergraduate, postgraduate, continuing medical and nursing education, where appropriate.
- There are opportunities for research relevant to the service to be pursued within the agreed job plan.
- You will be required to co-operate with local clinical and operational managers as well as contributing to the efficient running of services. You will be expected to share with clinician colleagues in the medical contribution to management within your supporting professional activities. Attendance and contribution to departmental and directorate meetings is required
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assist in the provision of a comprehensive orthopaedic and trauma service as an independent practitioner.To participate in the day-to-day management of orthopaedic and trauma patients.To undertake theatre lists and clinics as required. You should be experienced enough to be able to undertake your own operating lists.To participate in the middle grade emergency 1:7 on-call rota with prospective cover for leave.
- In line with requirements of clinical governance, the appointee will be expected to participate in clinical audit, including where appropriate, local on-going and new audits, and specialty regional and national audit programmes.
- The post holder will be expected to play his/her part in postgraduate activities with responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contribute to undergraduate, postgraduate, continuing medical and nursing education, where appropriate.
- There are opportunities for research relevant to the service to be pursued within the agreed job plan.
- You will be required to co-operate with local clinical and operational managers as well as contributing to the efficient running of services. You will be expected to share with clinician colleagues in the medical contribution to management within your supporting professional activities. Attendance and contribution to departmental and directorate meetings is required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Membership with the relevant Royal College for the speciality
- MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MD. PhD
- FRCS or equivalent
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for orthopaedics and trauma
Experience and Clinical Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in orthopaedics and trauma
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Four years postgraduate experience with a minimum two years in the specialty as a specialty trainee or equivalent
- Special interest in lower limb surgery
- Knowledge of current trends in speciality
Desirable
- Completion of lower limb arthroplasty fellowship and completion of a recognised training programme in orthopaedics and trauma ATLS
- Interest in foot and ankle surgery
- Interest in soft tissue knee surgery
Audit and Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit relevant to specialty
Desirable
- Published audits
- Publication in peer reviewed journals
Motivation and Management
Essential
- Commitment to the development of a high-quality cost-effective service to orthopaedics and trauma
- Knowledge and understanding of current NHS issues
- Ability to develop services
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course/meetings
Teamwork, Communication and Teaching
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates, postgraduates and junior medical staff
Desirable
- Attendance at communications workshop/courses
Personal Skills
Essential
- Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure
- Excellent communication skills
- An enquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other staff and agencies
- Commitment to continuing medical education and professional development
- Good IT skills
- Align with the Vision and Values of the Trust
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Membership with the relevant Royal College for the speciality
- MRCS or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MD. PhD
- FRCS or equivalent
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for orthopaedics and trauma
Experience and Clinical Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in orthopaedics and trauma
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
- Four years postgraduate experience with a minimum two years in the specialty as a specialty trainee or equivalent
- Special interest in lower limb surgery
- Knowledge of current trends in speciality
Desirable
- Completion of lower limb arthroplasty fellowship and completion of a recognised training programme in orthopaedics and trauma ATLS
- Interest in foot and ankle surgery
- Interest in soft tissue knee surgery
Audit and Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit relevant to specialty
Desirable
- Published audits
- Publication in peer reviewed journals
Motivation and Management
Essential
- Commitment to the development of a high-quality cost-effective service to orthopaedics and trauma
- Knowledge and understanding of current NHS issues
- Ability to develop services
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course/meetings
Teamwork, Communication and Teaching
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates, postgraduates and junior medical staff
Desirable
- Attendance at communications workshop/courses
Personal Skills
Essential
- Energy and enthusiasm and the ability to work under pressure
- Excellent communication skills
- An enquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other staff and agencies
- Commitment to continuing medical education and professional development
- Good IT skills
- Align with the Vision and Values of the Trust
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).
