Job summary
- Main area
- Specialty Doctor Urology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
- Contract
- Fixed term: 6 months
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week (1:6 on call)
- Job ref
- 372-SURG-MD113-D
- Employer
- Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
- Town
- Huddersfield
- Salary
- £52,530 - £82,400 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Urology Specialty Doctor
NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
We are committed to recruiting to our values. Leading One Culture of Care underpins our values by creating an environment, tone and behaviours across all parts of the Trust that are fundamentally rooted in compassionate care.
We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to flex the days of the week, hours and times of work and place of work including: part-time, job-share, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home when appropriate. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any flexibility that you may require.
We received our Silver Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome application to work for us. Find out more - Why Choose CHFT?
Our Future Plans
The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visit https://future.cht.nhs.uk/
Job overview
We are looking for an individual who is motivated and keen to learn. Good communication skills and Urlology clinical skills are essential. You will be expected to work as part of the Consultant-led multi-disciplinary team to deliver high quality patient care.
The appointee will be expected to provide support to the training and supervision of junior medical staff who work with them and will also be encouraged to attend the local teaching programme.
The appointee will be expected to work with local managers and professional colleagues in the efficient running of the Urology department. Subject to the provisions of the Terms and Conditions of Service, the appointee will be expected to observe the Unit’s agreed policies and procedures, drawn up in consultation with the profession on clinical matters, and to follow the standing orders and financial instructions of the Trust.
Applicants must have 3 years postgraduate training, (or equivalent medical experience) a minimum of 2 years of which should be in Urology, and be able to demonstrate clinical competencies equivalent to ST3-ST5 level (although do not have to have completed a formal training post at ST 1 – 2 level or equivalent). Applicants must have full registration with the General Medical Council and hold a License to Practice. Postgraduate qualifications within the specialty are desirable.
Main duties of the job
- To be responsible for the continuing care of patients as designated by consultant staff.
- To participate in minor surgery and fast track clinics in the department
- To participate in audit within the department.
- To participate in the training of junior medical staff and other staff.
- To deputise for colleagues at an appropriate level.
- To carry out appropriate administrative duties in support of clinical commitments.
- Active participation in the Departments Teaching, Audit and Governance programmes.
- To keep up to date with Trust mandatory training requirements.
- Undergo annual appraisal & undertake appropriate professional activity commensurate with GMC revalidation requirements.
- Observe all responsibilities and carry out all duties, whether general to all employees or specific to the post, relating to health and safety in accordance with the Trust Departmental Safety Policies and any statutory requirements.
- Ensure confidentiality of information is preserved at all times, whether at or away from work.
- Carry out requirements within the duties under the Data Protection Act 1984.
The above list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be fully comprehensive and may be amended to take account of changing circumstances or requirements following consultation with the post holder
Working for our organisation
The post holders will be expected to undertake sessions at both Huddersfield Royal Infirmary and Calderdale Royal Hospital, and be required to participate in the Urology on call service.
Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic and successful organisation with a strong organisational and personal development focus. With over 5,500 employees , the Trust provides a comprehensive range of secondary care services to the people of Calderdale and Huddersfield and has an exceptional reputation for service delivery.
The Trust is currently one of the most digitised NHS Trusts in the country having moved to Cerner Millenium Electronic Patient Records (EPR) in 2017. Having also procured a CMR Versius robotic system, training is underway to role this out for Urology Services in September.
The Foundation Trust aims to design and implement services, policies and measures that meet the diverse needs of our service, population and workforce, ensuring that none are placed at a disadvantage over others.
This is an excellent opportunity to join the dynamic, forward thinking team at Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) as we move into the next stages of our reconfiguration to further improve patient care and experience . We are strongly supportive of educational development and will provide/support personal and professional development in relevant and related clinical skills
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further detail please see the job description and personal specification for further information
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
- Applicants must have Full Registration with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to Practise
Desirable criteria
- Relevant higher degree
Experience and Achievements
Essential criteria
- Must have 4 years post graduate experience including 2 years within the Urology Specialty
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of the Urology specialty
Desirable criteria
- Understanding current issues within Surgery and the future direction of the specialty
- Understanding current issues within the wider NHS
- Attendance at a recognised management course
- Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions
Teaching and Training
Essential criteria
- Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff
Desirable criteria
- Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
- Training in clinical and educational supervision
- Attendance at a teaching course
- Formal qualification in teaching/education
Audit and Research
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects
Desirable criteria
- Critical Appraisal Skills
- Evidence of knowledge of research methodology
Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment
Essential criteria
- Good communication and empathy skills with patients
- Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
- Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload
- Ability to manage high pressure situations e.g. clinical crisis
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate staff
- Ability to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical staff
- Willingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost effective healthcare
Practical/Intellectual Skills/Personal Qualities
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of continual learning and development
- Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others
- Evidence of innovation
- Ability to use a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, email and internet browser
General
Essential criteria
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Ability to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
- For areas requiring EPP Clearance (Exposure Prone Procedures), this will also be a requirement of the health screening
- An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required with the Disclosure and Barring Service
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Miss Laura Cooper
- Job title
- General Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07771667710
- Additional information
Mr Yasir Hassanein clinical lead - via 01484 342000
Ms Alison Waterworth , clinical director - via 01484 342000
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