Job summary
This advert is for a Registrar level position (ST3-ST6 equivalent) for a 6 month appointment from February 25
The clinical service is run by a well organised, multi-disciplinary team, including 4 full time consultant orthopaedic surgeons, 3 specialist nurses, 2 senior extended scope physiotherapists, 2 orthotists, a research officer and admin staff. It is well supported by junior medical staff and a Foot and Ankle fellow. The unit has pioneered a fully digitalised IT data collection system, which allows both audit and clinical research to be undertaken
Weekly time table consists of outpatient clinics, operating list, research, MDT meetings, and ward rounds.
There is the opportunity to be involved in research (it is strongly encouraged and supported to publish a paper), audit and there is a large emphasis on education.
The RNOH is a tertiary referral centre and the case mix includes complex tertiary work with complex cases being referred from across the country. There is an opportunity to work with all 4 consultants in theatre to gain exposure to a wide variety of cases.
Main duties of the job
The job involves working with the Foot & Ankle Unit. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct out-patient clinics, support in theatre, attend MDT meetings and conduct ward rounds. There is a big emphasis on working well as part of a team.
As the case mix is complex, prior experience in foot and ankle surgery at SpR level is required.
Ideally the candidate should have an interest in foot and ankle surgery, and experience of research and MDT working.
Also required are evidence of good written and verbal communication skills, an understanding of the major risk factors for foot and ankle surgery at a population level and at the level of the individual, ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals.
The applicant should have clarity of career aims, in particular reasons for choosing post in foot and ankle surgery, evidence of being a good team member, leadership qualities, commitment and interest in research, and have recognition of the importance of research in the field.
About us
We provide a dynamic working environment where we support frontline staff to implement improvements so that we can realise our vision of being a world leading neuro musculoskeletal hospital providing the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS, delivering world leading research, and offering a strong foundation of education, training and career progression. Our dedicated staff come from diverse backgrounds, and our patients benefit from the wide range of experience they bring to the Trust. The RNOH brings unrivalled expertise together in one place allowing us to deliver some of the world's most complex and innovative care to our patients
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and offer a range of flexible working practices. Part-time and job share applications will be considered.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weekly time table consists of outpatient clinics, operating list, research, MDT meetings, and ward rounds, supporting and training the junior doctors
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weekly time table consists of outpatient clinics, operating list, research, MDT meetings, and ward rounds, supporting and training the junior doctors
Person Specification
Postgraduate qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- FRCS NTN in relevant surgical specialty Within 12 months of CCT date
Experience
Essential
- Experience in orthopaedic surgery at SpR level
- Already developed an interest in complex foot and ankle surgery
Desirable
- Research with higher degree ideally in relevant specialty
- Experience of MDT working
Knowledge/ skills
Essential
- Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
- An understanding of the major risk factors for Foot & Ankle at a population level and at the level of the individual
Desirable
- Good knowledge of foot and ankle anatomy, biomechanics
- Experience as an orthopaedic SpR in foot and ankle surgery sufficient to understand the needs of patients with complex foot and ankle disorders
- Ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals Personal participation in audit
Disposition
Essential
- Clarity of career aims, Evidence of being a good team member Active interest in research and audit
Desirable
- Leadership qualities Commitment and interest in research
Other Requirements
Essential
- This post is subject to enhanced disclosure form the Criminal Records Bureau Prepared to assess specific training opportunities at various sites according to programme
Person Specification
Postgraduate qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC
- FRCS NTN in relevant surgical specialty Within 12 months of CCT date
Experience
Essential
- Experience in orthopaedic surgery at SpR level
- Already developed an interest in complex foot and ankle surgery
Desirable
- Research with higher degree ideally in relevant specialty
- Experience of MDT working
Knowledge/ skills
Essential
- Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
- An understanding of the major risk factors for Foot & Ankle at a population level and at the level of the individual
Desirable
- Good knowledge of foot and ankle anatomy, biomechanics
- Experience as an orthopaedic SpR in foot and ankle surgery sufficient to understand the needs of patients with complex foot and ankle disorders
- Ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals Personal participation in audit
Disposition
Essential
- Clarity of career aims, Evidence of being a good team member Active interest in research and audit
Desirable
- Leadership qualities Commitment and interest in research
Other Requirements
Essential
- This post is subject to enhanced disclosure form the Criminal Records Bureau Prepared to assess specific training opportunities at various sites according to programme
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
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).
