An exciting opportunity exists to join the existing general surgical team within Darlington Memorial Hospital The post is for 12 months, however, it is renewable on yearly basis depending on satisfactory progression. There is another post for 6-8 months only. (Two posts in total)

The basic contract is for ten programmed activities but there will need to be a discussion with the post holder regarding the final job plan/on-call arrangements, prior to commencement of the appointment.

These are Speciality Doctor posts that will rotate between the sub-specialist teams providing services for residents within the catchment area of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. The post is for 12 months, however, it is renewable on yearly basis depending on satisfactory progression. There is another post for 6-8 months only. (Two posts in total)

Applicants who wish to follow the Teesside University MCh Programme in Surgery are welcome to access the opportunities of this programme via this post.

contact

Mr Khalid Osman or Mr Andrew Gilliam

Khalid.osman1@nhs.net / andrew.gilliam@nhs.net

Mr Osman sec) 01325 743501 - Mr Gilliam (01388 455180)

Main duties of the job

The post has a flexible programme, but will be expected to comprise elective and emergency in-patient and day case surgery, general and specialist out-patient clinics and regular ward work. The Department has a commitment to the career progression of Career Grade Doctors and skills required for specialist aspects of the post which will be developed within the post

The post advertised is for a Speciality Grade Doctor working in the department of general surgery at Darlington Memorial Hospital & Bishop Auckland General Hospital. Working as a member of the General Surgery Department Team the successful candidate will provide a high quality service that aims to deliver excellent patient care. Team allocations will rotate to allow exposure to subspecialties including colorectal, upper GI & bariatric, benign hepatobiliary, emergency & breast surgery. These posts offer the opportunity for post-holders to develop/consolidate their surgical skills & experience with direct consultant supervision.

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented

From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary £23,200, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents

Job description
Job responsibilities

These are Speciality Doctor posts that will rotate between the sub-specialist teams providing services for residents within the catchment area of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust. The post is for 12 months, however, it is renewable on yearly basis depending on satisfactory progression. There is another post for 6-8 months only. (Two posts in total)

Applicants who wish to follow the Teesside University MCh Programme in Surgery are welcome to access the opportunities of this programme via this post.

The post is based at Darlington Memorial Hospital the role may involve programmed activities across the Trust. The post includes a commitment to being on-call, providing 1 in 9 cover as part of middle grade rota, full shift.

The post has a flexible programme, but will be expected to comprise elective and emergency in-patient and day case surgery, general and specialist out-patient clinics and regular ward work. The Department has a commitment to the career progression of Career Grade Doctors and skills required for specialist aspects of the post which will be developed within the post.

Duties of the post

To staff outpatient clinics which will include new, review and urgent referrals

Preparation of patients for theatre and post-operative care.

Dealing with both routine and emergency attenders.

Assisting in theatre and post-operative care.

Dependant on experience will undertake certain surgical procedures and minor operations independently.

Be involved in complex clinical, patient management problems and inter-disciplinary planning treatment.

Participation in duty rota. 1 in 9 as part of the middle grade rota.

Endoscopy- training opportunities as part of JAG accreditation process may be available

A face-to-face handover of care must take place at the start and end of the day, with written and verbal communication about all general surgery inpatients.

Completion of electronic discharge summaries is mandatory for all patients on the day of discharge

Help develop new services where needed.

Be expected to take an active part in continuing medical education and undergraduate teaching.

Full engagement with Clinical Audit and Clinic Governance is required.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• GMC
• MBBS or equivalent

Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Ability to assess emergency surgical patients including trauma
• ATLS certified

Desirable

• Evidence of appropriate CPD.
• JAG endoscopy
• ATLS provider

Experience
Essential

• 12 months + training in general surgery or sub-specialties

Statuatory Registration
Essential

• GMC, MRCS or Equivalent

Desirable

• FRCS

Special Requirements
Essential

• Working knowledge of basic principles of surgical research.

Desirable

• Higher degree
• Publications
• Period of research

Employer details
Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX


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