Consultant in B&P (Specialised in Burns)

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Diversity Matters

MFT 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. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and inclusion on the Specialist Register.
• CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in Plastic Surgery or equivalent, with subspecialty training in burns surgery to include those who have submitted for the alternative pathway and expect to attain certification
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (or equivalent).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to lifelong learning.

Desirable

• Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in managing complex burn injuries in both adults and children, including acute care, reconstruction, and rehabilitation.
• Proven track record of working in a multidisciplinary team within a specialised burns unit or centre.

Desirable

• Demonstrated leadership in clinical governance, quality improvement, and service development.
• Experience in managing major trauma including limb reconstruction
• Experience in managing major incidents involving burn casualties.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Expert knowledge of burn care pathways, including acute resuscitation, surgical intervention, and long-term rehabilitation.
• Strong understanding of the psychological and social impact of burn injuries on patients and their families.
• Proficiency in advanced surgical techniques, including skin grafting, flap reconstruction, and scar management.
• Familiarity with national and international guidelines for burn care, including NHS England standards and British Burn Association recommendations.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care, with excellent communication skills to support patients and families through challenging circumstances.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor junior staff.
• Resilience and adaptability to work under pressure, particularly in emergency and high-stakes situations.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare delivery.

Research and Education

Essential

• Active involvement in clinical research, with a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Commitment to advancing the field of burn surgery through innovation and collaboration.

Desirable

• Experience in teaching and training medical students, junior doctors, and allied 2health professionals.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Willingness to participate in on-call rotas and respond to major incidents as required.
• Ability to travel between sites within the burns network, if necessary.
• Dedication to promoting public awareness and prevention of burn injuries.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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 ...