Clinical Fellow in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, Orthopaedics inSt Albans inSt Albans PUBLISHED 29 MAY 2024
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The fellow will be timetabled to have independent supervised operating lists, participate in a weekly MDT and attend Out-Patient clinics.
Job summaryApplications are invited from suitably qualified surgeons who wish to obtain advanced training in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, including revision surgery and soft tissue knee.
The post is suited to an individual who has completed basic orthopaedic training, passed the FRCS (T&O) or equivalent and is close to or is in receipt of CCT and wishes to gain more experience in arthroplasty prior to taking up a consultant appointment. The post is available from 1st October 2024, for 12-months, within West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The job is a post CCST positions. There will be ample opportunity to undertake research and audit.There is also the opportunity to undertake lower limb trauma surgery.This fellowship is ideal for surgeons wishing to pursue a career in hip and knee reconstructive surgery.The post is predominantly based at St. Albans City Hospital, and less frequently Watford General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
This fellowship will provide exceptional training in current techniques in primary/revision hip and knee arthroplasty surgery and soft tissues knee surgery.
The fellow will be timetabled to have independent supervised operating lists, participate in a weekly MDT and attend Out-Patient clinics. Applicants must have broad general training in orthopaedic surgery and have sufficient clinical and surgical experience to undertake routine hip and knee arthroplasty without direct supervision.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust!
Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
www.jobsincare.com/job/jjKYxnWZ
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients undergoing Orthopaedic treatment.
To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Patients within the orthopaedic directorate.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
Teaching and training of junior staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients undergoing Orthopaedic treatment.
To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Patients within the orthopaedic directorate.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
Teaching and training of junior staff.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Medical qualification FRCS(T&O) or equivalent GMC registration.
- CCT BSc (or other intercalated degree) Other degrees/ qualifications.
Essential
- Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice.
- Shows awareness of own limitations.
- Evidence of participation in and active involvement with audit
- Paper/ presentation at a national or international meeting or published in a peer review journal
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside speciality
- Demonstrates use of evidence informed practice.
Essential
- Surgical experience in routine hip and knee arthroplasty.
- Experience as an SHO in Orthopaedics.
- Experience of clinical risk management.
- Experience in other related specialties
- Experience as a LAT in Orthopaedics
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Evidence of teaching experience
- Research experience, presentations, publications, prizes and honours
Essential
- Competent with basic primary total Hip & Knee replacement and arthroscopic knee surgery.
- Applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination
- Clear, analytical thinking showing an analytical/ scientific approach.
- Ability to prioritise clinical need.
- Ability to organise oneself and own work.
- Any defined non-essential procedures
- Understanding of NHS, clinical governance and resource constraints; management/financial awareness, experience of committee work.
- Information technology skills.
- Enthusiasm for teaching; exposure to different groups/teaching methods.
- The ability to produce legible notes.
Essential
- Flexibility (able to change and adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances).
- Resilience (able to operate under pressure, cope with setbacks, self-aware).
- Thoroughness (well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, meets deadlines).
- Initiative (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative).
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Medical qualification FRCS(T&O) or equivalent GMC registration.
- CCT BSc (or other intercalated degree) Other degrees/ qualifications.
Essential
- Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice.
- Shows awareness of own limitations.
- Evidence of participation in and active involvement with audit
- Paper/ presentation at a national or international meeting or published in a peer review journal
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside speciality
- Demonstrates use of evidence informed practice.
Essential
- Surgical experience in routine hip and knee arthroplasty.
- Experience as an SHO in Orthopaedics.
- Experience of clinical risk management.
- Experience in other related specialties
- Experience as a LAT in Orthopaedics
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Evidence of teaching experience
- Research experience, presentations, publications, prizes and honours
Essential
- Competent with basic primary total Hip & Knee replacement and arthroscopic knee surgery.
- Applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination
- Clear, analytical thinking showing an analytical/ scientific approach.
- Ability to prioritise clinical need.
- Ability to organise oneself and own work.
- Any defined non-essential procedures
- Understanding of NHS, clinical governance and resource constraints; management/financial awareness, experience of committee work.
- Information technology skills.
- Enthusiasm for teaching; exposure to different groups/teaching methods.
- The ability to produce legible notes.
Essential
- Flexibility (able to change and adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances).
- Resilience (able to operate under pressure, cope with setbacks, self-aware).
- Thoroughness (well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, meets deadlines).
- Initiative (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative).
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Cross Site
St Albans
AL3 5PN
Employer's website
Job summary
Applications are invited from suitably qualified surgeons who wish to obtain advanced training in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, including revision surgery and soft tissue knee.
The post is suited to an individual who has completed basic orthopaedic training, passed the FRCS (T&O) or equivalent and is close to or is in receipt of CCT and wishes to gain more experience in arthroplasty prior to taking up a consultant appointment. The post is available from 1st October 2024, for 12-months, within West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The job is a post CCST positions. There will be ample opportunity to undertake research and audit.There is also the opportunity to undertake lower limb trauma surgery.This fellowship is ideal for surgeons wishing to pursue a career in hip and knee reconstructive surgery.The post is predominantly based at St. Albans City Hospital, and less frequently Watford General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
This fellowship will provide exceptional training in current techniques in primary/revision hip and knee arthroplasty surgery and soft tissues knee surgery.
The fellow will be timetabled to have independent supervised operating lists, participate in a weekly MDT and attend Out-Patient clinics. Applicants must have broad general training in orthopaedic surgery and have sufficient clinical and surgical experience to undertake routine hip and knee arthroplasty without direct supervision.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust!
Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
www.jobsincare.com/job/jjKYxnWZ
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients undergoing Orthopaedic treatment.
To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Patients within the orthopaedic directorate.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
Teaching and training of junior staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients undergoing Orthopaedic treatment.
To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Patients within the orthopaedic directorate.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
Teaching and training of junior staff.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Education and qualifications
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Cross Site
St Albans
AL3 5PN
Employer's website
Applications are invited from suitably qualified surgeons who wish to obtain advanced training in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, including revision surgery and soft tissue knee.
The post is suited to an individual who has completed basic orthopaedic training, passed the FRCS (T&O) or equivalent and is close to or is in receipt of CCT and wishes to gain more experience in arthroplasty prior to taking up a consultant appointment. The post is available from 1st October 2024, for 12-months, within West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The job is a post CCST positions. There will be ample opportunity to undertake research and audit.There is also the opportunity to undertake lower limb trauma surgery.This fellowship is ideal for surgeons wishing to pursue a career in hip and knee reconstructive surgery.The post is predominantly based at St. Albans City Hospital, and less frequently Watford General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
This fellowship will provide exceptional training in current techniques in primary/revision hip and knee arthroplasty surgery and soft tissues knee surgery.
The fellow will be timetabled to have independent supervised operating lists, participate in a weekly MDT and attend Out-Patient clinics. Applicants must have broad general training in orthopaedic surgery and have sufficient clinical and surgical experience to undertake routine hip and knee arthroplasty without direct supervision.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust!
Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
www.jobsincare.com/job/jjKYxnWZ
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients undergoing Orthopaedic treatment.
To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Patients within the orthopaedic directorate.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
Teaching and training of junior staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of patients undergoing Orthopaedic treatment.
To share with colleagues responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Patients within the orthopaedic directorate.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing professional development (CPD).
Teaching and training of junior staff.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Medical qualification FRCS(T&O) or equivalent GMC registration.
- CCT BSc (or other intercalated degree) Other degrees/ qualifications.
Essential
- Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice.
- Shows awareness of own limitations.
- Evidence of participation in and active involvement with audit
- Paper/ presentation at a national or international meeting or published in a peer review journal
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside speciality
- Demonstrates use of evidence informed practice.
Essential
- Surgical experience in routine hip and knee arthroplasty.
- Experience as an SHO in Orthopaedics.
- Experience of clinical risk management.
- Experience in other related specialties
- Experience as a LAT in Orthopaedics
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Evidence of teaching experience
- Research experience, presentations, publications, prizes and honours
Essential
- Competent with basic primary total Hip & Knee replacement and arthroscopic knee surgery.
- Applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination
- Clear, analytical thinking showing an analytical/ scientific approach.
- Ability to prioritise clinical need.
- Ability to organise oneself and own work.
- Any defined non-essential procedures
- Understanding of NHS, clinical governance and resource constraints; management/financial awareness, experience of committee work.
- Information technology skills.
- Enthusiasm for teaching; exposure to different groups/teaching methods.
- The ability to produce legible notes.
Essential
- Flexibility (able to change and adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances).
- Resilience (able to operate under pressure, cope with setbacks, self-aware).
- Thoroughness (well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, meets deadlines).
- Initiative (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative).
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Medical qualification FRCS(T&O) or equivalent GMC registration.
- CCT BSc (or other intercalated degree) Other degrees/ qualifications.
Essential
- Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice.
- Shows awareness of own limitations.
- Evidence of participation in and active involvement with audit
- Paper/ presentation at a national or international meeting or published in a peer review journal
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside speciality
- Demonstrates use of evidence informed practice.
Essential
- Surgical experience in routine hip and knee arthroplasty.
- Experience as an SHO in Orthopaedics.
- Experience of clinical risk management.
- Experience in other related specialties
- Experience as a LAT in Orthopaedics
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Evidence of teaching experience
- Research experience, presentations, publications, prizes and honours
Essential
- Competent with basic primary total Hip & Knee replacement and arthroscopic knee surgery.
- Applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination
- Clear, analytical thinking showing an analytical/ scientific approach.
- Ability to prioritise clinical need.
- Ability to organise oneself and own work.
- Any defined non-essential procedures
- Understanding of NHS, clinical governance and resource constraints; management/financial awareness, experience of committee work.
- Information technology skills.
- Enthusiasm for teaching; exposure to different groups/teaching methods.
- The ability to produce legible notes.
Essential
- Flexibility (able to change and adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances).
- Resilience (able to operate under pressure, cope with setbacks, self-aware).
- Thoroughness (well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, meets deadlines).
- Initiative (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative).
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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 .
From 6 April 2, 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. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Cross Site
St Albans
AL3 5PN
Employer's website
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