Job Overview University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job We are looking to appoint a highly experienced and motivated individual to the post of Senior Specialty Fellow (aimed at Year 6 Specialist Registrars) in Elective and Trauma Hand Orthopaedic Surgery. The post will be ideal for those who wish to enhance their operative skills and gain further specialist education in trauma and elective hand surgery in final preparation for their appointment to Consultant Grade. The Fellow is expected to provide independent surgical sessions and to work closely alongside the Hand Team. The department consists of seven upper limb Consultant surgeons. The applicant must have gained, or be within 6 months of attaining their CCT and is looking to enhance their surgical experience. Participation in the senior on-call trauma rota and planned weekend elective operating sessions may be required. Working for our organisation What We Can Offer You As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. What You’ll Do Detailed job description and main responsibilities Duties Will Include Regular outpatient and hand trauma clinics at University Hospital Southampton and associated facilities to include Lymington Hospital and Royal South Hants Hospital Operating sessions – both elective and hand trauma and general trauma Attendance at the daily Trauma meetings to advise the general trauma service on hand, wrist and elbow injuries Covering clinic and theatre sessions for the Consultants and Associate Specialist as required Supervising the treatment of patients in University Hospital Southampton Carrying out regular ward rounds as appropriate Participation in clinical audit within the unit Engagement in Research. Outcome measurement and Journal reviewing Active involvement in the training and supervision of junior Medical staff on ward rounds, in theatre and in clinics, including the teaching of medical and nursing students On-call duties (General trauma) as appropriate This is a provisional job plan and will be mutually agreed with the Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Lead according to the training needs and interests of the Fellow as well as the service needs of the Unit. What We’re Looking For The successful candidate will be expected to be proficient in minor hand surgery. Candidates are required to submit a logbook summary of Hand trauma and elective hand procedures prior to shortlisting. The Fellow is given active support with clinical research and will be expected to present and publish this work as appropriate. This post does not attract an NTN and does not lead to the award of CCT, requiring additional experience. Prospective educational approval from PMETB will need to be sought if time in this post is required to count for CCT. Possession of FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent is an essential requirement of the post. Additional Information Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process. Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Basic Salary – MT05 £70,425 Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. Interviews will be held on TBC Job Reference: MT1274-MEDICAL This vacancy closes on or before: 22nd October 2024 Person specification Qualifications And Training Essential criteria MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practice FRCS (T&O) Evidence of completion of ATLS Desirable criteria CCT Studying for Hand Diploma Previous or relevant experience Essential criteria Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Previous training within Orthopaedics at registrar level to year 4 Aptitudes and skills Essential criteria Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Good clinical judgement Good clinical judgement Surgical aptitude Clear logical thinking showing an analytical scientific approach Living the Trust values Essential criteria Patients First Always Improving Working Together Aptitudes and skills Essential criteria Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English). Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines