Job summary Mid Yorkshire Orthopaedic services serves a population of over 500,000 in West Yorkshire, England. The department has subspecialties of lower limb arthroplasty surgery, soft tissue knee surgery, foot and ankle surgery, paediatric orthopaedic surgery and upper limb surgery. Mid Yorkshire Hospitals also delivers a 24 hour consultant led trauma service, our multi-professional teams co-ordinate the care for patients with trauma injuries. We are seeking a Locum Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our team of 23 Orthopaedic Consultants providing a range of acute and elective services. This is a new post in paediatric orthopaedics and trauma and is part of a planned expansion of paediatric orthopaedics services. The successful applicant will be involved in delivering an elective paediatric orthopaedic service and trauma provision, with the option to participate in a general orthopaedics on-call rota (1 in 16). The Trust currently has 3 paediatric consultants including one as part of a hub and spoke arrangement with Leeds. This new post is to develop an already established unit, which includes: Daily specialist paediatric fracture clinic with a virtual component. Ponseti Service Developmental hip dysplasia service; Specialist outreach cerebral palsy clinics and Supervision of physio led normal variant clinics. Main duties of the job The main duties of the post will include: Keep patients (and/or their carers if appropriate) informed about their condition. Involve patients (and/or carers if appropriate) in decision making about their treatment Maintain professional standards and obligations as set out from time to time by the General Medical Council (GMC) and comply in particular with the GMCs guidance on Good Medical Practice as amended or substituted from time to time. Option for Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time regulations and safe working Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the Trust Framework, with at least a minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the service. Examples may include formal teaching responsibilities or departmental leadership roles Office facilities & secretarial support will be provided to support this About us We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day. Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form. Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9377-24-0152 Job locations Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF14DG Job description Job responsibilities This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered. Duties will be based primarily on our Wakefield (Pinderfields) site although all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on all our sites, for which adequate provision for travel time will be included in the job plan. The main duties of the post will include: Keep patients (and/or their carers if appropriate) informed about their condition. Involve patients (and/or carers if appropriate) in decision making about their treatment Maintain professional standards and obligations as set out from time to time by the General Medical Council (GMC) and comply in particular with the GMCs guidance on Good Medical Practice as amended or substituted from time to time. Option for Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time regulations and safe working Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the Trust Framework, with at least a minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the service. Examples may include formal teaching responsibilities or departmental leadership roles Office facilities & secretarial support will be provided to support this Job description Job responsibilities This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered. Duties will be based primarily on our Wakefield (Pinderfields) site although all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on all our sites, for which adequate provision for travel time will be included in the job plan. The main duties of the post will include: Keep patients (and/or their carers if appropriate) informed about their condition. Involve patients (and/or carers if appropriate) in decision making about their treatment Maintain professional standards and obligations as set out from time to time by the General Medical Council (GMC) and comply in particular with the GMCs guidance on Good Medical Practice as amended or substituted from time to time. Option for Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time regulations and safe working Supporting Professional Activities in accordance with the Trust Framework, with at least a minimum of 1.5 SPAs included in the core 10PA timetable. Additional SPA or DCC time may be commissioned in line with the skills of the successful candidate and changing requirements of the service. Examples may include formal teaching responsibilities or departmental leadership roles Office facilities & secretarial support will be provided to support this Person Specification Experience Essential Wide range of experience in orthopaedics ATLS provider Fully accredited by college and acceptable to college representative Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of an Orthopaedic Service To share with colleagues the responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Orthopaedic Service Teaching and training of junior staff, medical students To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME) Equivalent of at least six months within orthopaedics dealing with children. Logbook evidence of high-volume General TRAUMA surgery Ability to work closely with consultant colleagues & wider MDT Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and patients Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust, the Unit and its services Ability to contribute to the management process within the Trust and the Unit. Demonstrates understanding of need for personal development in self and others. Desirable Elective experience in Childrens orthopaedics including neurodisability. In depth experience in managing all facets Paediatric trauma and orthopaedic related infections. Emphasis on complex paediatric trauma but ability to treat routine general orthopaedic trauma Hip fractures, long bone fractures, initial management of fractures/dislocations of other joints. Management & leadership experience Evidence of involvement in teaching and training in Orthopaedics Interest in developing / improving trauma and elective pathways Fellowship in Paediatric Orthopaedics GMC Registration Essential Please state full GMC number Full GMC Registration with licence to practise. Desirable Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register Qualifications Essential FRCS(Tr &Orth) -or recognised equivalent internationally Management Skills Essential Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving. Good time management. Desirable Possess good organisational and personal management skills Person Specification Experience Essential Wide range of experience in orthopaedics ATLS provider Fully accredited by college and acceptable to college representative Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of an Orthopaedic Service To share with colleagues the responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Orthopaedic Service Teaching and training of junior staff, medical students To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME) Equivalent of at least six months within orthopaedics dealing with children. Logbook evidence of high-volume General TRAUMA surgery Ability to work closely with consultant colleagues & wider MDT Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and patients Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust, the Unit and its services Ability to contribute to the management process within the Trust and the Unit. Demonstrates understanding of need for personal development in self and others. Desirable Elective experience in Childrens orthopaedics including neurodisability. In depth experience in managing all facets Paediatric trauma and orthopaedic related infections. Emphasis on complex paediatric trauma but ability to treat routine general orthopaedic trauma Hip fractures, long bone fractures, initial management of fractures/dislocations of other joints. Management & leadership experience Evidence of involvement in teaching and training in Orthopaedics Interest in developing / improving trauma and elective pathways Fellowship in Paediatric Orthopaedics GMC Registration Essential Please state full GMC number Full GMC Registration with licence to practise. Desirable Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register Qualifications Essential FRCS(Tr &Orth) -or recognised equivalent internationally Management Skills Essential Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving. Good time management. Desirable Possess good organisational and personal management skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Address Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF14DG Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)