Registrar / LAS SpR / Speciality Doctor StR 4+ 5+ Trauma & Orthopaedics NHS Kent United Kingdom

Workplace Doctors; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Maidstone is seeking a Registrar in Trauma & Orthopaedics to manage patient care and participate in clinical audits. Applicants must have GMC registration and strong communications skills. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £59,175 to £95,400 per year, along with potential for professional development and sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa.

Benefits

Professional development support

Study leave allowance of 10 days per annum

Qualifications

• Requires GMC Registration and proficiency in English for IMGs.
• Ability to supervise junior medical staff and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient care under consultant supervision.
• Participate in clinical audits and meetings.
• Conduct daily ward rounds and supervise junior doctors.

Skills

GMC Registration Required

Ability to cope with a varying workload

Communication skills

Education

IELTS overall score 7.5 or OET Grade B

Job description

Overview

GMC Registration Required (General Medical Council) Essential. Applications are invited for a Registrar / LAS SpR / Speciality Doctor / StR4+ in Trauma & Orthopaedics. The post will commence as soon as possible (ASAP). This post offers the opportunity to develop general registrar level skills and possibly more advanced skills for those interested and those doctors with the appropriate experience to do so.

Sponsorship and eligibility

SKILLED WORKER / TIER 2 CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP (formerly Work Permit). Applications from doctors who require a Skilled Worker / Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will consider all doctors with appropriate experience alongside all EU and UK trained doctors. Upon appointment the relevant paperwork will be issued to the successful applicant if required.

General duties (guideline)

• Appropriate clinical responsibility for the care of patients delegated by the consultant to his/ her charge. Co responsibility for the proper functioning of the Trauma & Orthopaedics department, including the supervision of more junior medical staff.
• Running of wards with consultant cover on site during the day, consultant off site after hours.
• Participation in clinical audit.
• Attendance at clinical meetings and case conferences as appropriate.
• Working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Co-ordinating appropriate medical disciplines concerned with care for your speciality and communicating appropriately with general practitioners (GPs) and community agencies.
• Assessment, care and treatment of patients presenting acutely to the speciality and referred to the speciality.
• Participation in the Registrar on call rota and to provide cover in exceptional circumstances for colleague's absence.
• Attending clinics and assessing patients and formulating treatment decisions seeking advice from the consultant as appropriate.
• Attending sessions with the consultant and assisting or performing procedures as appropriate.
• Conducting daily ward rounds on inpatients under the consultant's care, supervising the junior doctors whilst the patient is in their care.
• Teaching and training staff in other medical disciplines, nursing and support staff as appropriate.
• Communication with other team members as appropriate.
• In conjunction with the admitting clinical teams and the wider health economy to develop and implement integrated Trauma & Orthopaedics pathways throughout the hospital / trust.
• Participation in relevant audit for the department and quality assurance procedures.
• Abide by the clinical & Corporate Governance policies of the hospital/ trust.
• To make sure that the guidance from the GMC (General Medical Council) on Good Medical Practise is at the heart of your clinical practise.
• To keep up to date with Trauma & Orthopaedics knowledge by Continuous Medical Education in the best interest of the patient and your personal development.
• Although a timetable will be provided, you will be expected to be flexible, in the interest of patient care and to meet the needs of the department as decided by the general manager and clinical lead for your department - Trauma & Orthopaedics.
• To contribute to the wider corporate and organisational needs of the hospital / trust as appropriate.
• Adhere to hospital / trust procedures e.g. Health and Safety at Work, Equal Opportunities policies etc.
• Work to the hospital/ trusts values - Put Patients First, Take Ownership, Respect Others, Be Positive.
• Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing needs of the job, to seek medical education as appropriate and encourage and support staff development and training as appropriate with your grade.
• Attend Statutory, essential and mandatory training.
• Respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to their employment and other members of staff.

Salary and contract

• £59,175 - £95,400 per year
• Contract
• Full-time
• Location: Kent United Kingdom
• Speciality: Surgery - Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon
• Role / Grade: Registrar / LAS SpR / Speciality Doctor / StR4 StR5 StR6
• Duration: Fixed term / Permanent (Not Locum)
• Pay Rate: £NEGOTIABLE (dependent on experience; £59,175 - £95,400 per annum)
• Skilled Worker / Tier 2 Visa offered (If required)

Job plan and development

JOB PLAN: To be discussed with the Clinical Lead of Trauma & Orthopaedics and departmental service manager - all job plans are made with the agreement of the doctor and needs of the Trauma & Orthopaedic surgery department.

Personal & professional development

The post-holder will be required to keep up-to-date with their relevant area of practice and be able to demonstrate this to the satisfaction of the hospital / trust / GMC. The trust supports continuing professional development and provides time and financial support for these activities, in line with requirements for GMC revalidation.

Study leave

Professional or study leave is granted for purposes approved by the trust and includes time off for study, research, teaching, examining, taking examinations, visiting clinics external (if required) to the hospital / trust and attending professional conferences. Study leave allowance is a maximum of 10 days per annum.

Essential requirements

• IELTS or OET (IELTS overall score 7.5 or OET Grade B) for IMG's
• GMC Registration Essential (General Medical Council) - Guidance available if needed
• Ability to cope with a varying workload