Job summary
Applications are invited to apply for a full time LED FY2 in Trauma and Orthopaedics to commence as soon as possible, this will be an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate, they will join the existing Consultant Orthopaedic team based across two DGH sites at Hastings and Eastbourne, this role will be predominately ward based at Conquest Hospital. Although this role is not recognised for training, the department is committed to supporting our junior doctors and providing a balance between service and development.
Eastbourne and Hastings Hospitals have an integrated Trust for the past 12 years. In line with reconfiguration of our service, orthopaedic trauma has been centred on the Hastings site with elective surgery continuing on both sites.
The orthopaedic department has long standing links with both GKT Medical School in London and Brighton Medical School and we receive regular medical students within the Orthopaedic department from both of these institutions.
The post holder will work teams of doctors within the Orthopaedic Department - all these posts form part of a 1:14 Rota. All clinicians in the 1:14 Rota are based at the Conquest however, will be expected to carry out a week of standard shifts in Eastbourne every 14 weeks.
Main duties of the job
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (ESHT) provides a comprehensive service in orthopaedic specialties for the surrounding districts of Hastings and Eastbourne. This already established role is required to support the medical needs of the elective and ambulatory trauma patients, supporting/leading the multidisciplinary team based on the elective ward to enhance the quality and recovery of patients following elective episodes of care. The post is part of the Hospital at Night rota.
The successful candidate will be part of the multi-disciplinary team approach to care within the specialty of Trauma and Orthopaedics. The unit is internationally and nationally recognised. Professor Briggs' Getting It Right First Time programme has been established in our department and we have at the recommendation/request of Professor Briggs hosted large ESHT enhanced pathway presentations to Acute/Foundation Trusts, Trauma and Orthopaedic teams and continued to work collaborative with them and the region to improve pathways of care for Orthopaedic patients, putting the patient at the centre of all that we do.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission (CQC), rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants are required to be on the GMC register with a licence to practise. We cannot take through any application that does not have a full registration with a licence to practise.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- Full registration with the GMC at time of application
Desirable
- MD or equivalent
- BSE Accreditation
- Higher degrees including MSc, PhD or MD
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years full time (or equivalent) post graduate training
- Good practical skills
- Wide experience in all aspects of Orthopaedics care
Desirable
- High grade experience
- Evidence of acquired skills
- Experience of managing Orthopaedic patients at FY2 level
Administration & management
Essential
- Evidence of participation in staff management
- Understanding of recent initiatives and changes in Orthogeriatric care including NHFD
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualifications
- Knowledge of the structure of Health Service
Audit, Research & Publications
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit
- Understanding of the role of research
Desirable
- Completion and/or Publication of audit
- Experience of clinical research culminating in presentation and publication of original studies, review articles, etc, relevant to speciality
Personal Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Effective communicator, able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
- Ability to work with colleagues in other specialities to develop local services.
- Professional attitude towards work good record of attendance
Desirable
- UK Driving Licence
- Leadership qualities
- Good presentation skills
- Demonstration of initiated projects
- Specific attributes for post
Teaching
Essential
- Enthusiasm for teaching medical students, nursing staff and other professional groups
Desirable
- Educational qualification
- Ability to teach clinical skills to undergraduate, postgraduate trainees and allied health professionals
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
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Conquest Hospital
St Leonards on sea
TN37 7RD