Job summary We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated trainee to join our UGI department at registrar level for post available for 6 months or until 5th August 2024 (whichever is sooner).This post is ideal for someone looking to improve their training and skills in UGI and General Surgery. The General Surgery Department is very busy with high throughput of both elective and emergency patients. The UGI department provides services for benign and malignant conditions, as well as bariatric surgery. There is extensive opportunity to gain experience in theatre for both inpatient and day case procedures. The General surgery take is extremely busy with ample opportunity to gain further experience in the management of acute surgical care and emergency operating. Whilst this is not a training post, candidates will be joining a supportive department with lots of opportunities to train and develop their skills. Main duties of the job The post will support the UGI team with ward rounds, assisting in theatre and day case operating lists as well supporting consultants with outpatient clinics. There is also the opportunity to join training lists in the endoscopy department. The post will be expected to join the General Surgery Registrar on call rota which is a 1:17 rota. There will also be opportunity for training, audit and teaching. About us As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts about our Trust: We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day. We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum - dependent on experience. Plus OOHs enhancements Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 320-MDR-6682844-DP Job locations Royal Derby Hospital Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3NE Job description Job responsibilities Applicants must have full GMC registration with a licence to Practice at the time of application and be eligible to work in the UK. Applicants should have 2 years' experience in Surgery post Foundation Training and have at least 6 months experience working in General Surgery in the UK. UK experience of working in UGI surgery is desirable. This is an excellent opportunity for doctors looking to expand their skills andexperience in General Surgery Full information on the role is included in the job description Job description Job responsibilities Applicants must have full GMC registration with a licence to Practice at the time of application and be eligible to work in the UK. Applicants should have 2 years' experience in Surgery post Foundation Training and have at least 6 months experience working in General Surgery in the UK. UK experience of working in UGI surgery is desirable. This is an excellent opportunity for doctors looking to expand their skills andexperience in General Surgery Full information on the role is included in the job description Person Specification Qualifications & Eligibility Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Full GMC Registration, with a licence to practice, at the time of application Desirable Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships. Presentations & publications Other Higher degrees Experience Essential A minimum of 2 years post Foundation experience in relevant specialty (Surgery) 6 months experience in General Surgery Minimum of 6 months experience within a UK Healthcare setting Desirable UK experience in UGI Surgery Clinical Knowledge Essential Evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement Desirable Attendance at relevant courses e.g. ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills or equivalent Audit Desirable Evidence of participation and understanding of the principles of audit Person Specification Qualifications & Eligibility Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Full GMC Registration, with a licence to practice, at the time of application Desirable Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships. Presentations & publications Other Higher degrees Experience Essential A minimum of 2 years post Foundation experience in relevant specialty (Surgery) 6 months experience in General Surgery Minimum of 6 months experience within a UK Healthcare setting Desirable UK experience in UGI Surgery Clinical Knowledge Essential Evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement Desirable Attendance at relevant courses e.g. ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills or equivalent Audit Desirable Evidence of participation and understanding of the principles of audit 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 University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Derby Hospital Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3NE Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)