Job summary
- Main area
- Paediatric Surgery
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (12 months)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week
- Job ref
- 188-MT1216-A
- Employer
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Southampton General Hospital
- Town
- Southampton
- Salary
- £55,329 to £63,152 pa, accessed on experience & qualification
- Closing
- 29/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Fellow in Paediatric Surgery
Job overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for the post of senior fellow in paediatric surgery from individuals with experience and interest in paediatric surgery, urology or adult general surgery.
You will join a team of 8 surgical registrars, 10 consultant paediatric surgeons and urologists and 6 specialist nurses providing a large and busy specialist paediatric surgery service.
Working for our organisation
We know that our people are central to our success. So, it’s only right that we reward you with:
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment.
• Opportunities to develop – UHS is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
• A minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and a generous pension scheme.
• A range of NHS discounts!
• A break from the hustle and bustle of city centre life, with beaches and the New Forest on your doorstep.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Duties include the inpatient and outpatient management of surgical and / or urological patients. There is a 1 in 8 emergency rota with cross cover for the other middle grade surgeons in the unit while on call. You will also be expected to participate in clinical audit, teaching and research.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Someone with experience in paediatric surgery, urology or adult general surgery, and a commitment to a career in paediatric surgery. You will need to work effectively as part of a multi-professional team, and bring a positive and enthusiastic approach to your work.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Basic Salary - MT03 £43,923 Basic Salary - MT04 £55,329 Basic Salary – MT05 £63,152
Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;
• Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
• Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
• A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview
Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 07 August 2024
Job Reference: MT1216 - This vacancy closes on or before: 26th July 2024
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Essential criteria
- Full GMC Registration
- MRCS
- APLS
Desirable criteria
- PHD/MS
Previous or relevant experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience in Paediatric Surgery, Urology or Adult General Surgery for at least one year at registrar level
Living the Trust values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Aptitudes and skills
Essential criteria
- Teaching Skills
- Team Working
Desirable criteria
- Leadership qualities, enthusiastic, flexible and able to adapt to change
Special Requirements of the post
Essential criteria
- Commitment to a career in paediatric surgery
- Ability to travel independently between hospital sites or for necessary patient visits/on-call
Aptitudes and skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates clarity and breadth in use of verbal and written communications in relation to our patient group
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Francesca Stedman
- Job title
- Consultant Paediatric Surgeon
- Email address
- [email protected]
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