LAS FY2 in Trauma

Job summary

This post is not recognised as a formal training slot. However, the training opportunities will be the same as that of the other FY2's.

Due to the short nature of the job, we are unable to support any applications that require sponsorship.

Main duties of the job

Initial clerking, assessment and management of all patients admitted to Trauma & Orthopaedics. Management of all patients on the trauma and elective wards, and any outlying wards. To participate in outpatient, elective and fracture clinics. To participate in trauma and elective surgery. Referral of patients to other specialties. Opportunities to be involved in research and audit projects Appropriate transfer of patients, either: Admission to inpatient facilities Discharge with suitable follow up at the hospital Discharge to General Practitioner Discharge with no follow-up

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Initial clerking, assessment and management of all patients admitted to Trauma & Orthopaedics. Management of all patients on the trauma and elective wards, and any outlying wards. To participate in outpatient, elective and fracture clinics. To participate in trauma and elective surgery. Referral of patients to other specialties. Opportunities to be involved in research and audit projects Appropriate transfer of patients, either: Admission to inpatient facilities Discharge with suitable follow up at the hospital Discharge to General Practitioner Discharge with no follow-up Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent Full GMC registration ALS Certificate

Desirable

Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree Academic and extracurricular achievements

Experience

Essential

Understanding of clinical risk management An ability to communicate well with patients and staff Previous experience of working in the NHS

Knowledge

Essential

Appropriate level of clinical knowledge 1 year of hospital based clinical experience at FY1 level or above

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