Locum Consultant in Spinal Injuries

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Locum Consultant in Spinal Injuries for a 12-month fixed term. The role offers an opportunity to manage both acute and long-term care of patients while engaging in multi-disciplinary practices. Ideal candidates will possess a valid GMC registration and be experienced in rehabilitation medicine, particularly in spinal injuries.

Benefits

Focus on innovation and research

Family friendly working conditions

Qualifications

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
• Experience in performing clinical audits.
• Participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the provision of acute management of spinal injuries.
• Conduct multi-disciplinary ward rounds and outpatient consultations.
• Participate in research and teaching activities.

Skills

Ability to work as an independent practitioner in spinal injuries

Good written communication skills

Ability to critically assess published research

Education

GMC licence to practise

Substantial experience in Rehabilitation Medicine

MD or PhD or equivalent (Desirable)

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (Desirable)

Job description

We are looking to appoint to a whole-time (10 PA) Locum Consultant in Spinal Injuries to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust based at the Princess Royal Spinal Injuries Centre, Northern General Hospital. This is a fixed term post for 12 months.

We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.

Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will be responsible for the provision of acute management and long-term follow-up of patients admitted to the Centre. He/ She will share equitable responsibilities with his professional colleagues and will actively contribute to the governance arrangements of the Department.

The appointee will be expected to conduct multi-disciplinary ward rounds, goal planning and to see out-patients. He/she will be expected to participate in research and teaching as well as participating in a 1 in 6 on-call rota.

The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.

About us

Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
• Substantial experience in Rehabilitation Medicine preferably with spinal injuries as a major component, or equivalent

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent
• Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview.
• If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.

Research

Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals.

Clinical governance and audit

Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project

Personal attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix) in all interactions with MDT.
• Good written communication skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).

Management and Administration

Essential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Teaching and training

Essential

• Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels

Clinical experience

Essential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in spinal injuries.
• Capable of providing comprehensive care to acutely injured patient with spinal cord injury including application of skull traction and reduction of cervical spine fractures.

Desirable

• Possess broad clinical experience in the field of specialised rehabilitation
• Expertise in managing pressure sores and spasticity

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