Locum Consultant Plastic Surgeon – Breast Microsurgery Reconstruction

Job title:

Locum Consultant Plastic Surgeon – Breast Microsurgery Reconstruction

Company

British Medical Journal

Job description

We are looking to appoint a whole time Locum Consultant Plastic Surgeon with special interest in Breast Microsurgery Reconstruction, to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Based at Royal Hallamshire Hospital for a fixed time period of 12 monthsWe 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.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.Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.Main duties of the jobThe appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues be responsible for the provision of benign and malignant breast surgery work, including microsurgical breast reconstruction, to ensure the continued development of the Sheffield breast surgery and reconstruction service at the Royal Hallamshire. Furthermore, the post holder will support the Trauma service at Northern General site for general plastic trauma and semi-elective conditions.The appointee will be part of a trauma on-call rota (1:18) covering both Trusts involving Northern General, Royal Hallamshire and the Sheffield Children’s hospital. They will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the Department. The appointee will undertake outpatient clinics, elective operating sessions, ward round duties and supporting activities amounting to 10 programmed activities per week.About usLocated on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one if the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than 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 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 description
Job responsibilitiesNon-Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.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

• Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
• GMC registered with General Surgery (Breast) or Plastic Surgery Specialty
• Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview
• FRCS or equivalent
• If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Teaching and Training
Essential

• Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels

Clinical experience
Essential

• Broad experience in the generality of Plastic Surgery with a particular emphasis on breast microsurgery & breast oncoplastic management, including complex breast reconstruction.
• Needs to have current Safeguarding Child/Adult competencies
• Good knowledge of modern surgical techniques including the use of skin substitutes and microsurgical techniques

Research
Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

• Publications in Peer-reviewed journals.

Continuous Professional Development
Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Clinical governance and audit
Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Personal attributes
Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
• Good oral and written communication skills

Management and Administration
Essential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Personal attributes
Essential

• Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do
• Good time management skills

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Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

Sheffield

Job date

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:43:31 GMT

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