Overview
The applicant will be expected to take part in the standard SHO on-call rota (1 in 10). Ward care will be expected for trauma patients and we are hoping to restart our elective activity soon. There will be opportunities to work in theatre, fracture and elective clinics. It is anticipated that this post will allow the applicant to proceed to successful selection for national CT training.
Working for our organisation
The trauma and orthopaedic directorate sits within the Planned Care Integrated Service Organisation at Torbay Hospital. A comprehensive outpatient service is provided to all South Devon patients, both for trauma and elective orthopaedics. Fracture clinics are held at Torbay Hospital each weekday morning. Elective outpatient clinics currently take place at Torbay and Newton Abbot Hospitals. There is a Hydrotherapy pool and Rheumatology service at Torbay Hospital. Two high dependency beds are supported on the elective orthopaedic ward. The Directorate has two inpatient wards - Ainslie (26 trauma beds) and Ella Rowcroft (19 elective beds), although during the Covid crisis we had a significantly reduced inpatient capacity. We additionally undertake a high proportion of day case orthopaedic surgery, including selected joint replacement procedures, and have established a national reputation for excellence in this field. There are five HEPA filtered Laminar flow theatres for trauma and orthopaedic surgery. Admissions Officers co-ordinate all elective cases and input all operating lists (fracture and elective) onto the Hospital's Theatre system. Trauma Co-ordinators assist surgeons with the compilation of fracture lists and co-ordination of their operative stay, and also manage a "fast track" system for patients with fractured neck of femur. In addition these patients are supported by Consultant Orthogeriatricians, with a Physician's Assistant.
The post is 1 in 10 on call covering Trauma & Orthopaedics Surgery. This is an excellent opportunity to gain useful clinical experience in this specialty.
For informal enquiry please contact Mr Nathanael Ahearn, Consultant & Clinical Service Lead on 01803 654969.
Teaching Commitments
As a teaching hospital teaching of medical students, junior doctors, nurses and physiotherapists will be required.
Audit & Research
Time will be made available to allow research. It is expected that the post holder will complete a research and audit project for presentation at a local meeting and this may lead to national presentations or publications.
Clinical Governance and Risk Management
The Trust believes everyone has a role to play in improving and contributing to the quality of care provided to our clients. You are expected to take a proactive role in supporting the Trust's clinical governance agenda by:
* Taking part in activities for improving quality such as Valuing Everyone's Experience training or (for staff working within clinical specialties) clinical audit
* Identifying and managing risks through incident and near miss reporting and undertaking risk assessments
* Following Trust polices, guidelines and procedures
* Maintaining and improving your skills through continued professional development/your personal development plan agreed annually with your line
Other Policies
* All clinical staff making entries into health or social care records are required to follow the Trust standards of record keeping.
* Code of Conduct: You are required to work in accordance with the code of conduct for your professional body.
* Confidentiality and Information Governance: You must adhere to the Trust guidance in relation to Confidentiality and Information Governance, including the Data Protection Act (1998), Freedom of Information Act (2000) and Access to Health Records Act (1990) and Department of Health guidance.
* Conflict of Interests: You must declare private interests which could result in personal gain and comply with the NHS Code of Conduct and Standards of Business Conduct for NHS Staff.
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS): All medical staff will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check.
* Equal Opportunities: The Trust promotes equal opportunities and has an Equality Scheme.
* Environmental issues: The Trust is committed to reducing environmental impact and expects staff to adhere to policies.
* Health and Safety: You must cooperate with management under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and maintain a safe environment.
* Infection Control: Mandatory training and adherence to infection control policies; report infection risks in line with policy; participate in safety improvement projects, including hand hygiene.
* Fire Safety: All staff should be familiar with the Fire Safety Policy and Procedures; induction includes Fire Safety training.
* Freedom of Information: Employees should help ensure compliance with FOI when handling Trust information.
* Identity and Registration Authority Badges: Identity badge and smartcards must be worn/used as required; comply with IT policies.
* Information Quality Assurance: Handle information in compliance with Trust requirements.
* Medical Examinations: Employment is conditional on health clearance by the Occupational Health Service.
Additional Information
You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time as the first fully integrated care organisation in England. We support staff development and have policies for carers and flexible working where possible.
Important Information
* We reserve the right to close vacancies early if there is high volume of applications.
* Please tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
* Armed Forces applicants will be guaranteed an interview if they meet minimum essential criteria.
* Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text and email. Check regularly.
* Applicants with no NHS experience will initially be appointed at the minimum of the band.
* If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, assume you were unsuccessful.
* It is your responsibility to obtain references in a timely manner.
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination and promoting equality of opportunity. No person will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as per the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can contact the Equality Business Forum.
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