Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trust Grade Doctor in Neurosurgery at The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough.
South Tees NHS Trust is one of the largest in the country, comprising of the James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough and the Friarage Hospital, Northallerton. The James Cook University Hospital is a major tertiary and teaching centre with over 1,000 beds, serving a largely urban population. It provides comprehensive regional specialties including Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, ENT and Ophthalmic Surgery. It is a regional centre for Spinal Cord Injury, Upper GI and Vascular Surgery. All other major specialties are catered for. The Friarage Hospital, Northallerton, serves a population of 120,000 covering 1,000 sq miles of rural North Yorkshire, and provides local medical services for the area. The hospital has recently undergone major re-development.
Main duties of the job
Operating Theatre
There are 18 Neurosurgical lists per week, some of which the successful candidate will be expected to attend. It is expected that they should assist the Consultants with major surgery and will be trained to perform all types of neurosurgical procedure under the close guidance of their Consultants.
Teaching
The successful candidate in conjunction with the Higher Specialist Trainees is expected to teach their junior colleagues and nurses at all times. The department also teaches medical students. The appointee will be expected to take part in this teaching activity, particularly bedside teaching in the department.
Ward Duties
Most routine work is carried out by the FY2/ST trainees with whom the Trust Grade Doctor should work closely. It is an important part of the post holders duties to supervise the FY2 Trainees. The Higher Specialist Trainees and Trust Grade Doctors are expected to carry out a daily ward round attended by the 9 ST2/3/FY2 Doctors and the nurse in charge of the ward.
Study/Research/Audit
Time spent in the Neurosurgical department is recognised for the requirements of the final FRCS. The study and research days will include responsibility for continuing professional development and appointees will be required to keep a portfolio including operative logbook and performance review. They will be expected to become involved in the collection and presentation of audit and outcome specific data.
Working for our organisation
The quality of life for professionals and their families in the North East of England is good with easy access to attractive countryside and beaches, a choice of highly rated schools and good travel access to the North and Scotland, the Lake District or the South by road, rail or air.
Whilst not recognised for training purposes, we are committed to provide a supportive learning environment in order to maximise the career potential of the successful candidate. All candidates must be eligible for full registration with the General Medical Council. There is a well-established FY2/ST and Specialist Registrar training program and it is expected that the successful candidate will participate in these sessions. Time will be allocated for educational activities to broaden the horizon of the candidate.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person specification
Qualifications and training
Essential criteria
1. Full registration with the General Medical Council
Desirable criteria
2. ALS/ATLS/APLS provider status.
3. Bmed Sci preferred
4. Membership of appropriate professional society(s)
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
5. Clear evidence of intention to specialise in Neurosurgery
Desirable criteria
6. An understanding of clinical governance
EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
7. A range of Neurosurgery experience
8. At least 12 months Foundation Neurosurgery experience
Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)
It is the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. We welcome applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Network; LGBT+ Network; Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions Network, Faith Network, Childless not by Choice Network and the Menopause Support Group.
As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.
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Right to Work in the UK
The Trust welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the criteria for the role. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Work in the UK - (.
Please provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Your current immigration status will not be considered as part of the shortlisting or interview process.
Please note that not everyone needs a Skilled Worker visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.
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Please note: if the job you are applying for does not meet the eligibility criteria above, we will be unable to offer you sponsorship and you will need to explore whether you may be eligible to apply for an alternative immigration route which will secure your right to work in the UK before you apply. If you are in the UK already on a visa, please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.
Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.
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Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.