Locum Consultant Spinal Surgeon
Job Description
Job summary
We are looking to appoint to a whole-Time (10 PA)Locum Consultant Spinal Surgeon to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Northern General Hospital, fixed term 12 months.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues be responsible for the provision of elective and emergency spinal surgery services at the Northern General Hospital site.
The successful candidate will work according to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The candidate should be on the GMC Specialist Register, or within 6 months of obtaining this. Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified medical practitioner
- Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a license to practice
- FRCS (Tr &Orth) or equivalent
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview.
Desirable
- Presentations
- Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees, higher degrees
- Research
- Publications
Clinical experience
Essential
- Spinal Fellowship
- Ability to work as an independent practitioner in the Spine Surgery.
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Evidence of participation or enthusiasm for audit
- Management skills
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
- Understanding of the issues surrounding clinical research
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good oral and written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Organisational ability
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
- Understand and communicate intelligibly with patients
- Trustworthy and reliable
Desirable
- Initiative
- Reflective learning
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 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).
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Northern General Hospital
Sheffield
S5 7AU
