Job summary
Employer heading
Locally Employed Doctor (Higher) in Orthopaedics
NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4 (MT04)
Here at the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Trust, we are very proud of our reputation for providing outstanding care to our patients. Our continued success is accomplished through the skills and expertise of our staff, which is underpinned by our values: Friendly, Caring, Excellence, Professional and Respect. If your values align to ours, and you would like to join us in aspiring to deliver world class patient care, we would love to hear from you.
Job overview
A vacancy has arisen for a Locally Employed Doctor (Higher - ST 6-8 equivalent) within Paediatric Orthopaedics, commencing August 2024 rotation.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within this sub-speciality
**Please note this is not an approved training post**
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. Job seekers should be aware that not all roles will be eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. For further information visit UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Main duties of the job
Weekly clinical duties will include care of the orthopaedic in-patients on the ward, pre-operative assessment, first surgical assistant support in Theatres/out-patient clinics and supervised surgeries.
Working for our organisation
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job – we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.
We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities – including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans’ Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).
RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.
The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.
We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The postholder will be required to participate in the duty rota for the Orthopaedic Specialist Registrars, which includes the following full shifts on rotation with their colleagues (see attached job description).
Person specification
Registrations and qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registration with the General Medical Council and no restrictions on practice.
- Valid ATLS
Experience
Essential criteria
- Currently working in an acute orthopaedic setting
- Able to demonstrate basic general surgery and orthopaedic surgery competence
- Able to demonstrate competency in managing the care of a deteriorating patient
- Able to provide basic pre-operative and post-operative care
Attributes
Essential criteria
- Caring attitude to patients
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients and members of the public
Other
Essential criteria
- Understanding of audit principles
- Understanding of research principles and methodology and exposure to research
- Evidence of commitment to team working
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Laura Crump
- Job title
- Operational Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
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