Job summary
The department is a well-functioning and cohesive unit that provides essential services to the local population consistent with its location in a District General Hospital.
The hospital does not receive multiple or serious trauma cases as those are moved directly to the specialised trauma centres in the Trauma network. We see approximately 150 fracture necks of femur and the majority of our remaining trauma work comprises isolated femoral, tibial, forearm, upper arm and ankle fractures.
The department refers suspected tumours to the Unit at RNOH, Stanmore. Spinal problems with neural issues are referred to the Royal London. We work closely with our Radiology colleagues through weekly MDTs on Wednesdays (1230). The department also benefits from the services of a Care of the Elderly
Main duties of the job
- Provide middle grade cover on a rotational shift basis throughout trauma and orthopaedic surgery.
- Supervise the SHOs, FY1s and FY2s in service delivery, in outpatients, inpatients, and day services.
- Provide a rapid response to A&E to facilitate the 4 hour trolley-wait target
- Undertake outpatient clinics and operating theatre lists as directed by the
- Participate in the Clinical Governance and Risk Assessment
- Offer a commitment to both postgraduate and undergraduate Orthopaedic Surgery training within the
- Work with the multidisciplinary
- Take part in the care of patients attending the department, including examination, investigation, diagnosis and
- Liaise with staff of other
- Maintain legible
- Assist in the audit of various aspects of work under the direction of the Audit
About us
At North Middlesex University Hospital we provide great care to our patients. As colleagues we are enthusiastic about being the local hospital of choice and this rubs off on our patients. But the way we do things is also important, and by demonstrating the values and behaviours chosen by staff and described in this leaflet, we can make North Mid an even better place to work and receive care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide middle grade cover on a rotational shift basis throughout trauma and orthopaedic surgery.
- Supervise the SHOs, FY1s and FY2s in service delivery, in outpatients, inpatients, and day services.
- Provide a rapid response to A&E to facilitate the 4 hour trolley-wait target
- Undertake outpatient clinics and operating theatre lists as directed by the
- Participate in the Clinical Governance and Risk Assessment
- Offer a commitment to both postgraduate and undergraduate Orthopaedic Surgery training within the
- Work with the multidisciplinary
- Take part in the care of patients attending the department, including examination, investigation, diagnosis and
- Liaise with staff of other
- Maintain legible
- Assist in the audit of various aspects of work under the direction of the Audit
- Recognize their own limitations and seek advice from the Consultants in their management of
- Perform related duties as required, including additional duties arising exceptionally from occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances, and duties essential for the continuity of patient
- Other duties as directed by the Consultant in Charge including being deployed flexibly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCS or Equivalent
- FRCS ( Tr& Orth) or Equivalent
- o Full GMC Registration (with a 'Licence to Practise').
Desirable
- Higher Degree (e.g. MD or PhD or MS).
Experience
Essential
- Extensive training and experience in management of Trauma & Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Post CCT fellowship training in complimentary speciality
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of current issues affecting the NHS & UK Higher Education
- Should have received training in clinical supervision as defined by the GMC.
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust
Address
North Middlesex University Hospital
London
N18 1QX