Job summary
This post is a Specialty Doctor role within the General Surgery department. The post holder will work as a middle-grade doctor, providing supervised but independent clinical care across emergency and elective services. The role includes inpatient ward care, emergency surgical assessment, theatre activity, outpatient clinics, and participation in the middle-grade on-call rota under consultant supervision. The post holder will escalate clinical concerns appropriately to the on call consultant in line with local policies and patient safety requirements This post is fixed term for 12 months. Main duties of the job
The timetable will be flexible and will include ward work, theatre activity across the general surgery sub-specialties, outpatient clinics, and participation in the emergency general surgery service, including CEPOD cover as part of the on-call rota. About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them. Job responsibilities
The General Surgery Department provides the following services: General Surgery Colorectal Upper Gastro-Intestinal Breast Paediatric Surgery Emergency and elective work is covered by the department mainly across Abbotsbury and Lulworth wards, however sometimes our patients may be looked after on ICU, Purbeck, Ridgeway or the Childrens ward Kingfisher. The post will be based on 10 programmed activities (PAs) plus an additional 2 PAs, reflecting on-call commitments and service requirements. The distribution of duties will be agreed through the jobplanning process and reviewed periodically in line with service need and contractual arrangement. The post holder will participate in the General Surgery middle-grade on-call rota. At the time of appointment, the rota frequency is anticipated to be approximately 1 in 10. On-call frequency may be subject to reasonable variation depending on staffing levels and service configuration. Any changes will be managed in accordance with the Specialty Doctor contract, Trust policy, and reasonable notice, following discussion and agreement through the job-planning and rota management processes Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
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). 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. 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). Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
This post is a Specialty Doctor role within the General Surgery department. The post holder will work as a middle-grade doctor, providing supervised but independent clinical care across emergency and elective services. The role includes inpatient ward care, emergency surgical assessment, theatre activity, outpatient clinics, and participation in the middle-grade on-call rota under consultant supervision. The post holder will escalate clinical concerns appropriately to the on call consultant in line with local policies and patient safety requirements This post is fixed term for 12 months. Main duties of the job
The timetable will be flexible and will include ward work, theatre activity across the general surgery sub-specialties, outpatient clinics, and participation in the emergency general surgery service, including CEPOD cover as part of the on-call rota. About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them. Job responsibilities
The General Surgery Department provides the following services: General Surgery Colorectal Upper Gastro-Intestinal Breast Paediatric Surgery Emergency and elective work is covered by the department mainly across Abbotsbury and Lulworth wards, however sometimes our patients may be looked after on ICU, Purbeck, Ridgeway or the Childrens ward Kingfisher. The post will be based on 10 programmed activities (PAs) plus an additional 2 PAs, reflecting on-call commitments and service requirements. The distribution of duties will be agreed through the jobplanning process and reviewed periodically in line with service need and contractual arrangement. The post holder will participate in the General Surgery middle-grade on-call rota. At the time of appointment, the rota frequency is anticipated to be approximately 1 in 10. On-call frequency may be subject to reasonable variation depending on staffing levels and service configuration. Any changes will be managed in accordance with the Specialty Doctor contract, Trust policy, and reasonable notice, following discussion and agreement through the job-planning and rota management processes Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- Full GMC registration and a license to practice is required
- Postgraduate training in General Surgery FRCS/MRCS or equivalent
Essential
- Minimum 4 years clinical experience in General Surgery and have a license to practice
- A broad range of experience in General Surgery.
- Evidence of good oral and written communication skills.
- The requirement for experience in General Surgery.
- Experience of multidisciplinary working.
- Recent and significant experience in UK
- Evidence of working independently.
Essential
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multiprofessional and team basis with all levels of staff
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Essential
- Knowledge of medical and clinical audit principles and evidence of direct involvement in 2 specific medical audits in the last 18 months.
- Knowledge of principles of scientific research
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). 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. 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). Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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