Specialty Doctor in Orthogeriatrics
4 weeks ago
Job summary
The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Fixed Term Speciality Doctor in Orthogeriatrics.
This Specialty Doctor post aims on providing training and service to the Orthogeriatric group of patients in the Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic with some cover to the speciality of Medicine.
Main duties of the job
Orthopaedic Duties
The successful candidate in this post will be responsible in providing support for medical needs of the Orthopaedic patients on a regular basis. The fellow will be based largely on the Orthopaedic wards providing support to the Orthopaedic juniors and nursing staff. Other Clinical duties will include attending regular Orthogeriatric Consultant and associate specialist ward rounds, which are often informal teaching sessions. Subject to the timetable the doctor will be available for advice and help with medical assessment of the admitted elective Orthopaedic patients.
There is no formal accident and emergency commitment other than to assess and manage patients with orthopaedic problems in the wards.
The job role includes no on calls in Orthopaedics.
General medicine
The successful candidate may participate in the Registrar on call rota for medicine and help with assessment and management of acutely unwell patients.
There are weekly meetings in medicine, hot cases of the week discussions and Grand rounds.
The department offers very good opportunity to conduct audit and research relevant to the speciality and present the findings in theregional and national conferences.
About us
The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an active partner in the Joint Venture Medical School at the University of East Anglia, Norwich. Approximately 1/3 of the undergraduate medical education is provided by the Trust. In line with the Trust's commitment to education and training both at undergraduate and post graduate level, a new multi million pound state of the art facility has recently opened on the premises. There will be opportunities for the interested candidate to become involved in the undergraduate programme and have access to research facilities at the University.
The James Paget University Hospital is located less than a mile from long sandy beaches and is within commuting distance from several small villages. There is a wide choice of good local schools and competitive house prices. The roads are free from traffic congestion and residents enjoy a good quality of life with easy access to the natural beauty of the Norfolk Broads famed for its wildlife, walking, cycling and sailing opportunities. The historic city of Norwich is only 30 minutes away and has an international airport; there are excellent rail links to London and easy access to the ports of Felixstowe and Harwich for access to Europe
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties
This Specialty Doctor post aims on providing training and service to the Orthogeriatric group of patients in the Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic with some cover to the speciality of Medicine.
Orthopaedic Duties
The Orthopaedic Clinical Fellows, Specialty Trainees and Foundation Trainees are responsible for the day-to-day running of orthopaedic beds situated mainly in ward 6, 22, Day Surgery and for any other orthopaedic patients within the hospital.
The successful candidate in this post will be responsible in providing support for medical needs of the Orthopaedic patients on a regular basis. The fellow will be based largely on the Orthopaedic wards providing support to the Orthopaedic juniors and nursing staff. Other Clinical duties will include attending regular Orthogeriatric Consultant and associate specialist ward rounds, which are often informal teaching sessions. Subject to the timetable the doctor will be available for advice and help with medical assessment of the admitted elective Orthopaedic patients.
There is no formal accident and emergency commitment other than to assess and manage patients with orthopaedic problems in the wards.
The job role includes no on calls in Orthopaedics.
General medicine
The successful candidate may participate in the Registrar on call rota for medicine and help with assessment and management of acutely unwell patients.
There are weekly meetings in medicine, hot cases of the week discussions and Grand rounds.
The department offers very good opportunity to conduct audit and research relevant to the speciality and present the findings in theregional and national conferences.
Although the Clinical Fellow posts are not recognised for training, the posts mirror the speciality trainees in all aspects of training, education and study leave.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
MBBS or equivalent Full GMC Registration ALS IELTS etc, level overall
Desirable
MRCS Part 1
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies Knowledge & understanding of UK Hospital systems & practises and value: awareness of current issues in the NHS Evidence of training progression Clinical Knowledge & Expertise: appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems. Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection. Understands principles of clinical governance in clinical practise Ability to prioritise clinical needs with awareness of own limitations and the ability to know when to consult senior advice. Previous experience in Orthopaedics
Academic Achievements
Essential
Ability to provide complete details of employment history
Key Skills
Essential
All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: a) That applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English, or Demonstrate knowledge of English by obtaining overall score of 7, with minimum scores of 7 in speaking, listening, reading and writing in the 'Academic' test of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Computer literate Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues Motivated, trustworthy and well organised Energy and enthusiasm with the ability to work under pressure Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, laboratory staff and other staff and agencies
Other
Essential
Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives' dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefs Commitment to personal and professional development Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection-
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